Cannabist Dispensary in Sarasota, FL
Based on 502 reviews
Buerto Z.
1724855019
Great place awsome service friendly staff, i was in and out in no time Miranda was very friendly and helpful
Cindy G.
1723655113
We are brand new to Cannabist and love it. Kasey if fantastic and so knowledgeable. Only our second visit but really appreciate the location, staff and availability of products. Our new go to!!!!!
Suzanne L.
1720728309
I Love Cynthia who is my favorite counter helper.About Canibust in general… the prices are outrageous ! $60. per gram cartridge… even with the sale it was 42… per one carrridge and you have to buy three to get that discount. No wonder this place is always dead. I just left and checked my regular dispensary GROWHealthy… todays sale at this pace today was 1 gram cartridge $25 or two half grams for $25…Highway robbery. Showroom is beautiful at cannabist.. i guess they are trying to pay for it? Anyhow , love cynthia, hate their prices here at cannabist.
Joey D.
1720527189
Julie was very knowledgeable about the products on hand and helped me make some good choices. Thank you Julie 👌😊
Michael H.
1719510688
Beautiful store! Great staff! Kasey got me an unexpected amazing deal today! Can't wait to shop again!
Nick S.
1718385202
Kasey is amazing. He had great recommendations, good customer service, and helped me get my cat out of a tree.
Daniel G.
1716304220
Christopher was awesome thanks. Found me best offers after listening to my needs. The cafe style dispensary is very cozy, inviting and staff is always genuinely friendly. Prices and specials are great too. Keep up the great work you do and thanks again. Sincerely, Dan
Emily P.
1713567336
Raegan was great with everything and was so knowledgeable on the discounts and products, as well as had very good recommendations
Patricia S.
1713526555
Christopher was amazing. He explained everything to me with patience. Great customer service
Makenzie H.
1713214959
I love Cannabist and all the employees are so helpful always hooking it up with the discounts! Kasey was awesome making sure I didn’t miss out on any sales.
Amber B.
1712009991
Always a great experience. Kasey was super helpful and had some great recommendations.
Daniel G.
1711491696
Niko was awesome thanks. Found me best offers for my needs after listening intently.I came in thanks to Cynthia's birthday message of special month offers so kudos there as well. Keep up the great work you do and thanks again. Sincerely, Dan
Wendy K.
1707268800
Reagan was so helpful! It was my first time there! Loved the first time discount also!I will be back… a nice and comfortable set up there!!!!
Eric J.
1705962992
Christopher was awesome, always is, calls me when my favorite products are in and lets me know the best way for me to get the best deal! Absolutely incredible team and atmosphere.
Windsor W.
1705752850
Wonderful experience. I am fairly new to this whole experience, and Sarah made my first visit here extremely pleasant. Will recommend to all my friends and family.
Stephanie F.
1704937341
First time patient at this dispensary. Placed my order online and it was ready within minutes. Cute welcome desk. Nice express checkout. Great deals and even better customer service (Eduardo). I will definitely be back.
Erik “Loki” J.
1700162853
First time walking in and Eduardo was beyond helpful and knowledgeable. He gave me recommendations and showed me some of the newer stuff that I didnt know existed. Extremely nice place and I am very very likely to come back. Can't wait!
Kelley Lemay R.
1699634703
Cynthia, as well as Eddie are amazing. Their knowledgeable, kind attitude, and willingness to educate the patient does not go unnoticed, and is much appreciated. Especially with the stigma around this. I am beyond lucky to have them as a source of information, and a good laugh EVERYTIME I go 🙂
Tony F.
1699571518
Exceptional Experience at Cannabist, Thanks to Christopher!After just one visit to Cannabist, I can confidently say it’s a game-changer compared to my two disappointing visits to Trulieve. Christopher, the specialist who assisted me, provided top-notch customer service. The products are of excellent quality, and the prices are unbeatable. My first visit here has already made Cannabist my go-to choice. Kudos to Christopher and the entire team for creating such a positive and satisfying experience. Highly recommend! 👍
Yesenia A.
1699065661
I was just in town for the weekend and it was my first time going in and they made me feel at home. Especially Cameron who checked me out. Thank you if I ever come back in town i know where to go 😊😊
LuAnne K.
1698765465
Christopher was so professional , knowledgeable and friendly. He really knows his stuff! Thank you for all of your help Christopher!Eduardo is so personable… he really loves helping people with their medical problems and takes the time to explain every detail.He is very knowledgeable and professional..Thank you for all of your help Eduardo!!!Again Eduardo was such fantastic help with detailed information and friendly personality.. thank you Eduardo!!!Julie is always knowledgeable, friendly and professional !!! Always a smile on her face.Thanks Julie
Bill L.
1697887242
Julie took the time to discuss my needs and preferences before making suggestions about which products would work for me. When I tried it at home. She was right. Went back for more the same day. Good job Julie!
LOCO 8.
1695940380
5/5 experience. Christopher was very knowledgeable, very friendly, and very patient. The atmosphere and cleanliness of the facility was immaculate and modern. Im definitely recommending to anyone looking to go the medical route.
LuAnne K.
1691936115
Christopher was so professional , knowledgeable and friendly. He really knows his stuff! Thank you for all of your help Christopher!
S. L.
1687814613
The representatives are very helpful at this store and knowledgeable. I greatly appreciate the wonderful customer service and enjoy their products for my medical needs.
Tracy H.
1687633997
Despite me being a bit of a pain Sarah was happy and helpful. She had to change my order for me a few times and make several trips to the back but never seemed to mind. Hard to find in today's retail world but the whole store is always bright and cheerful and happy to help.
Logan D.
1686942787
Sydney was Very helpful and easily relatable and gave me a lot of knowledge on the products I was interested in. Overall a great experience!
Alex J.
1685201350
So this is my go-to store for the last year. However, I don't think I will shop there again. They were already more expensive than their competitors when I got there. But they cleaned up and made interior of the store much more welcoming and got a few above average strains in dablicator pens, which I really like, so I stuck around even though they are barely open Saturday and closed Sunday. But recently they have jacked up their prices even higher. They claim discounts up to 50% but not every day and you need to spend hundreds on multiple products to get their discount (usually 30%). But the new prices are astronomical and getting that 30% discount if I spend $300 still leaves whatever I buy about a third higher than the next store, where I can buy a single cartridge with compatible test results for $40 instead of spending $77 each on it after buying 3 at $98. Not sure what the ownership is thinking, but their expectations are higher than what they can get me
Franz C.
1682075175
Best customer service! Danielle Taylor! Can’t say I’ve experienced better help at any dispensary! Thank Danielle for the amazing help. She deserves a raise! Keep the good work up!
Cliff C.
1681422025
She was knowledgeable, had patience and to make even better super pretty! I would definitely go back.😁. Prices are about the same almost everywhere ,but pretty good deals for your first time
Christine S.
1679149703
Always a pleasant experience. Spoke with Christopher yesterday on the phone, since I was having issues with ordering on website. I also had him as my rep this morning picking up my order. Thank You for your time and patience. Christine
Greg S.
1677115867
2/22/23 - I made my second trip to Cannabist today and was assisted by Cynthia. What a wonderful experience. This is only my second time purchasing medical marijuana. Cynthia was great in answering my questions and in guiding me to the right cannabis product. The whole experience with the entire staff was exemplary.
Austin H.
1676652791
Cynthia was AMAZING! First off the staff at the front desk, and door attendant were super friendly. It was my first time at the location, so they explained the entire check-in process and how I get my account set up. The look and feel of the facility was unlike any other rec or med dispensary I have been in. It was a very cool soft contemporary vibe with lots of greenery and natural wood. The touchscreen menu was very insightful and fun to play with while my account got setup. I was called over to my girl Cynthia, and the fun began. She had great recommendations, made it clear she wanted to get me the best deals on everything, and had great product knowledge. VERY high-end experience. Overall, I look forward to coming back, recommending, and advocating for this business. They know what they are doing! Thank you, Cannabist!
Genia C.
1674581738
River is extremely knowledgeable on all products and so positive and cheerful anytime I see her! She is amazing!
Brendan O.
1670420153
Cynthia made my day with a great experience. She’s knowledgeable, friendly, and fun to work with. I am very happy with my choice.
Robin S.
1668114573
I had excellent friendly informative service. I will be a repeat customer.Nathalie was the best. She saved me from making a blunder on my first purchase. I will try to do business with her whenever possible. She is excellent. Very friendly.
Amanda S.
1663870567
Hadn't been in for awhile since the store is a bit out of my way. The store welcomed me back with a smile and an extra savings. Danielle was so helpful and made me feel like I was her fave of the day. I'll be back soon!
Susan M R.
1662381486
I found an experience I think others would want to emulate. You were organized and clear in the systems you have which made it easier to get to what I needed and wanted to discuss. I found professionalism and information and now that I have tried the product - a satisfactory formula. Thank you for aiding my journey to health. Great help and eduction JoDanna. Very grateful to you all
Alejandra V.
1661472390
Nathalie was extremely helpful in breaking down the extensive menu and had great suggestions. Everything so far is delicious! I haven’t been here since they made the switch and the store is set up nicely and customer service was top notch from the time I walked in until I left with my goodies. Other incentives and reward programs were also shared which makes me want to frequent this store more. Don’t be intimidated by the big menu or prices, they have some great quality products that other dispensaries don’t have!!
Carol S.
1660074974
Atmosphere was very nice. Variety was good and the woman who waited on me was wonderful. She was knowledgeable and personable. As it was my first time here I got an incredible discount.
CityFarmFamily
1658526859
Amazing place. Very clean and nice throughout. Sales people are knowledgeable and helped me talk about my options. They have oz’s too for around $200 I believe if I remember correctly. And $50 of first visit if you spend $150. So could get an oz for $150. Have not tested yet but looks great!
Lauren J.
1658446908
Favorite dispensary 🙂 staff is always friendly, patient, and helpful and the product is on point too! Anytime I walk in if Rachel or Jody is working they ALWAYS make me smile (all around just a welcoming group of people who are genuinely interested in helping their patients)
BoricuAna A.
1656963707
Jodanna, I told you I'd do you that 5star review. Thank you for your positive and can-do attitude. Your awesome in providing such a gr8 customer with a smile experience. Stay fabulous and always safe.
Sami B
1656776114
These people are absolutely amazing and loyal to their customers. I honestly go there before I go to any other dispensary. Thank you all for an amazing experience EVERY time I come in
Timothy M.
1656632082
The entire staff are very friendly and not only informative, but they are well informed.Inside the store is very well decorated/designed, and quite cozy in a clean way.Plus the quality of product is among the top tier in FL.Much love for this place
Amie P.
1656614396
Jodanna is awesome. She me feel very comfortable and is very knowledgeable .She talked with me and listened . She knew just what to recommend. Gentlemen at the front desk was also welcoming and fantastic. I will be back ! Highly recommend! Great for a newbie.
Michael C.
1656523588
A pleasurable experience as always interacting with Danielle Taylor!! She is always helpful, kind and fun to deal with. Your top notch staff is the reason I keep coming to this specific location. Keep up the great work!
timothy O.
1654448391
Love this place the person who is helping me jodanna was amazing and she helped me out with everything that I needed definitely will be showing back up here!
David M.
1653745621
I love this place! I've been coming here for year's and everyone is great!! From Wayne to Danielle, Natalie, Cynthia, Nickie, and everyone! Much love and appreciation!!!💛🧡💚❤️💙💜
Jim P.
1650675459
Great place for everything!! The flower is great. The customer service is fantastic !! Love going to Cannabist.
Josh J.
1650669367
Best dispensary in the state hands down!! Best staff, best prices and consistently great products. Would recommend to anyone and everyone!
Sarasota R.
1650135765
Cannabist of Sarasota ,FL was phenomenal. They promised a higher experience . I will say " they followed through ". What an amazing experience. Their staff were A++. My budtender River was thourogh, wise, cheerful, all smiles and really helped me to set this place as my #1 go to. Amazing products , great staff (Jody, Jim, security.TY) and 2nd to none on selection of our medication needs. Thank you Cannabist Sarasota for the experience of all dispensaries. The highest experience there is? Cannabist Sarasota is were you'll find it.
mike S.
1645907760
This place has really looks great inside with the new branding. The vibe reminds of the upscale rec stores in CO. Danielle was my budtender and was very courteous and knowledgeable. I will definitely be going back.
Chris K.
1645296587
First time at this dispensary... I was helped by River. She was very knowledgeable and polite. She spent extra time helping me make an informed decision on products based on my personal experience with similar products available elsewhere. Based only on her service I expect to return in the future.
Donna J.
1643980322
Nice I was in again andy is outstanding i just want everyone to know she is so knowledgeable people very helpful I want to add I have been in recently and I live in Englewood so its a little drive they gave me a birthday discount on top of my senior citizen it was great you gotta come here cynthia was great thanks you guys
Kyle T.
1643847145
Great flower selection and knowledgeable staff. Brian is great. Thanks y’all!!!
Leonardo Martinez N.
1641510994
Bryan Del Valle did an amazing job along with the team helping me find what I was looking for. Also Bryan took the time to take care of me on every question I had with a smile. I felt at home. Thanks Bryan!
Randall Q.
1640216138
Great experience from very knowledgeable staff, especially River. Got the best deal an an ounce I've ever gotten in my life. Pineapple Express for $90, & not "smalls". Top Terps: Terpinolene 0.8%, Ocimene 0.24%, Limonene 0.2%. And it's not crumbly & dry. Perfect moisture! Thanks!
Jill H.
1638995081
I was amazed by Melissa who waited on me. She was so genuine and the store was absolutely beautiful. It was the best experience I've had in a dispensary in a long long time. Highly recommend. Melissa gave me some very helpful information and educated me on the different terpenes as well. She was amazing
Suzanne P.
1638985296
So grateful to All the Wondetful Employee'sWhat an Amazing Face-lift. Many BlessingsLove you 😍
Michael M.
1635275552
Bryan is the man and literally makes me want to come here so he can assisst if needed. The rest od the staff is amazing as well. They really are patient and friendly. I appreciate them alot.
Linda J.
1634684597
Awesome staff. Very knowledgeable. Great experience!!! Highly recommend
Danielle T.
1634676861
Best dispensary in town! Always a pleasure working with the most knowledgeable budtenders! Love the flower 💚 constantly dropping new products! So many choices! Thank you to the SRQ store! 👏🏼
Stacey J.
1633698597
Staff is always friendly, helpful and very educated. Nathalie went out of her way to research a strain for me. Quality of product is superior to any other in the area.
River N.
1632497311
Wait times are incredibly short and the dispensary is always decorated to the nines. Staff is extremely knowledgeable on the products and happy to take the time to help you find something that will fit your needs. My favorite bud is the Jungle Fruit (hybrid, 2nd photo); Even at 12% percent THC, it has powerful effects and a beautiful fruity smell!The photo on the left is the Mojito flower, a wonderful sativa.
Tymia B.
1632436515
Great customer service. Fast convenient wait time, friendly staff
Marco S.
1629833501
This is my neighborhood dispensary. The staff in general is very pleasant and I'm always greeted by my first name. An indispensable staff member Nathalie has always provided exceptional service whenever I showed up whether I have a pre-order or ordering at time of visit. I appreciate all of you.Thanks!
thosha G.
1627141443
I genuinely love coming here! I love Cynthia and everyone working there. They are so helpful and are really knowledgeable with their products. There is never any judgement and I have never had a bad experience. Thank you to the staff for all their hard work!!!!
Bailey S.
1625664160
While pretty inside the ladies behind the counter could barely be bothered with a visit. I said I had never been in before and a grungy binder was pushed to me to pick. I probably won’t be back.
bud m
1623709169
Poor QualityBought smalls, witch I have bought before. This time they are very small. Some are the size of a pea. Bottom is shake & stems.And it contained leaves.Columbia said too bad, can't or won't help. Won't be buying there anymore.
Ciara B.
1621328019
It was like an enchanted forest with cute lil gnomes & twinkle lights in trees. Definitely worth visiting.
idk S.
1619797373
The amount of product this dispensary has in stock is tremendous. The flower was cured perfect not to mention a 1/2oz smalls container for 100 bucks what a steal! Definitely a hidden gem! The staff is extremely knowledgeable regarding their products as well as very friendly.
Richard T.
1619437003
I had my first visit to Columbia Care on Saturday. Bryan was my bud tender, he was quite patient with all my questions and had a great attitude and substantial knowledge on everything. It was a fun, great shopping experience everyone there were friendly and good vibes overall. Make sure this dispensary is at the top of your list to visit. I'll certainly be back 😄
Dan K
1618150790
I leave a 1 start with a heavy heart. Friendly staff, Andy is awesome.But the medicine has taken such a turn the last couple of months that I don’t know how they can stand behind anything they are selling.I could leave a really detailed review but I won’t.We all work hard for our money. Medicine isn’t cheap. I feel like I have wasted a lot of money at this place the last couple of months.Just trying save you the headache.Shop around, more and more options.
Timothy L.
1618008394
Great quality. Honey child is amazing. Hell fire is awesome as well. Good hospitality people. I would recommend you try them out. I went to the Sarasota location and delt with Bryan.
Jessica W
1615516701
They are always really helpful and professional. Although they are occassionally out of the products my mom uses regularly, they have made great suggestions that have given us more options that work for us.
Bob B.
1614872220
The medical wax I purchased from Columbia Care shouldn’t even be allowed to be sold to patients. Nasty brown mids color and tastes worst than something I extracted myself. Extremely unrefined I wouldn’t even feel safe inhaling this product. I can’t really speak on their flower as this experience completely turned me off from ever going back.
Chris N.
1612667608
Great atmosphere. Knowledgeable tenders. Top shelf product. I will be a returning customer for sure.
Alan
1611502283
The facility was very clean, employees very helpful, and pretty good flower but the shatter I purchased was a mess. It was immediately the consistency of wax and was nearly impossible to get off the parchment paper without ripping. It won't even go back to shatter unless its immediately out of the freezer, and still then it gets waxy so fast I can't get all of the medicine off. Had to throw half of it out, never had this issue at competitors.
Frank W.
1611290503
Amazing service every time I’ve been in.Products are always outstanding ,especially lately.I can not say enough about how great an experience it is this location.Thank uEric
Gene F.
1609210320
great dispensary!!excellent staff, always friendly and helpful.usually less than 5 minutes wait and quick service.great place for flower.you can call them and they will answer your questions.nothing bad to say!!BEST DISPENSARYgive them a try.btw, you don't have to ring the bell to get in, security will open the door when he sees you. nothing wrong with them wanting to keep staff and customers safe.
Sweedindeed
1608132060
My Favorite Dispensary!Absolutely Great Flower!Try the Mint Chip, it is so good.Tons of Discounts!I'd like it if you guys had merchandise or a Venice location. Hahaha Its faster for me to drive out to Sarasota and go to Columbia Care than to go to the Trulieve 5 minutes away.
Scott W.
1607446985
Amazing customer service and clean facility. They offer great discount opportunities and discounts for Vets and Students. The product is great for what you pay, shatter was amber colored and good consistency. Rosin smelled great, nice and chunky and not melted. Flower was mid tier but for the price you can not beat it. Columbia Care trumps Trulieve by a long shot when it comes to prices and customer service.
Rose S.
1602280338
Atmosphere really does make a difference! I felt immediately comfortable. It doesn't feel like a retail storefront, more professionally therapeutic. Cynthia was very helpful and friendly!
J A.
1602171143
Staff was great!! Nice place!! Not packed like some other dispensaries! Definitely be back!
mike S.
1601057584
This place has really improved in the last few months. Their prices used to be too high relative to the area competition, but now they are very competitively priced and have great flower. Nathaly was my budtender and was very courteous and knowledgeable. I will definitely be going back.
Alan P.
1596895846
This place has the best popcorn flower out of the four dispensaries I've been to. Their flower is always consistently good
Stephen S.
1596566955
I love Columbia Care. The staff is great and they run a great store. Friendly, efficient and informative. I go for the flower and it never disappoints. Not always a large selection but whatever they do have is BEAUTIFUL.Perfect Example: today they only had one variety. But it was Incredible large, well cured flowers of Pineapple Express at over 20%Call ahead. Not everything is online.
Arthur G.
1595706072
BEST BUDS IN THE STATE. Friendly staff. The Buds are dense and grown correctly.
Ilona D.
1595380252
Coming into this store is an extremely pleasant experience every single time. The staff is super friendly, knowledgeable and follow safety protocols. Other dispensaries don’t compare, the product is amazing.
Tone C.
1595273113
They go out of their way it seems to make you uncomfortable. They will make you remove your glasses, hat, and anything else but then force you to wear a mask. They will then tell you how everything they do is the Law. Other Dispensaries do not lock the front door, make customers remove their eyeglasses, make customers remove their hats, force all people to wear a mask(no exceptions, even health reasons) When you ask any questions at all about any of these things, then you get BS delivered in a very unprofessional way and told it is the LAW or a state Statute or some other BS. Even though it is not the Law, and it can be proven that these Columbia policies are NOT Law. So this place has no problem making up things and even after being sick and in pain for years and finally getting some relief, I made to feel like I'm a criminal as soon as I walk in the door.
Tina W.
1594333814
Awesome flower at great price one of 2 of my go to disp for flower. In and out
Scott G.
1592844767
went to try new dispensary near my home on siesta. thought this will be nice because its less than 10 min away, but when i got to store someone walked in before me coughing and sneezing, then rang the doorbell outside and was let in. I waited for door and doorbell to be cleaned and it never was. I had to leave because i have pre-existing health conditions I can't risk getting covid-19.
Tyler W.
1592841570
I went out of my way to try Columbia Care in Sarasota, Florida as I’ve read and heard good things about them. I was put off when I first arrived because I had to touch/ring a metal door bell before entering, I guess this location hasn’t heard of the on going pandemic? I was instructed to give them my card and was then handed a clip board and pen (both of which were not cleaned prior to me using them and there was nothing to indicate that has ever happened) and told to fill out the information the same exact information is located on the medical marijuana card. Seemed a bit redundant, but nothing I could do. I was greeted at register 6 by Cynthia who was not very friendly and a bit abrasive to put it lightly. I asked her a few questions and was rudely interrupted when I didn’t realize I had to answer the “where did you find us?” question. She wasn’t very knowledgeable, but luckily there was a competent employee (nice guy) who was able to help. After I left, I received a call from a number I didn’t recognize which I answered and it was the receptionist from Columbia Care, I was called because she Wanted to inform me that “I left my card on accident”. I was a in traffic and already a few miles down the road, so I asked “would tomorrow be ok?” She replied “Ummm ok, I’ll keep it at the front desk”. That’s when I realized she didn’t hand me back my card nor did she even attempt to. I called back because she was weirdly adamant about it being my fault that I forgot the card and she said “I put it on the counter, you must not have seen it. We can mail it back to you if you’d like”. I told her to please do so, I won’t be coming back. The flower I got was also very low quality and nothing like the OG Kush and Chemdog I was accustomed to (I was a Red Card Holder in Colorado)I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.EDIT:Wayne,I can tell by the way you're addressing an unhappy customer that a lot of this stems from your inability to conduct yourself professionally. I can ASSURE you that the doorbell was NOT cleaned after I touched it and again it was not CLEANED AFTER the person who came in behind me. I'd be willing to bet whatever you'd like that it was NOT cleaned as frequently as you stated. if you actually were intelligent enough to do your due diligence all it would take is you reviewing your security camera footage to see that I am without a doubt 100% correct. I'm sorry if technology isn't something to comes easy to you and your generation I am sure you team attempted to pass the blame to me rather than own up to their inability to provide quality customer service, especially if you're the person setting an example for them to follow. I'm sure you clean things, but not after each use which is what I addressed in my review. For you to insult me and refer to my statement as asinine further solidifies the fact that the reason for my sub-par experience is because you yourself need more training on how to properly interact and engage your customers.Do you even know how to sort through your reviews because there are 4 other people who have left
Tyler W.
1592259284
I went out of my way to try Columbia Care in Sarasota, Florida as I’ve read and heard good things about them. I was put off when I first arrived because I had to touch/ring a metal door bell before entering, I guess this location hasn’t heard of the on going pandemic? I was instructed to give them my card and was then handed a clip board and pen (both of which were not cleaned prior to me using them and there was nothing to indicate that has ever happened) and told to fill out the information the same exact information is located on the medical marijuana card. Seemed a bit redundant, but nothing I could do. I was greeted at register 6 by Cynthia who was not very friendly and a bit abrasive to put it lightly. I asked her a few questions and was rudely interrupted when I didn’t realize I had to answer the “where did you find us?” question. She wasn’t very knowledgeable, but luckily there was a competent employee (nice guy) who was able to help. After I left, I received a call from a number I didn’t recognize which I answered and it was the receptionist from Columbia Care, I was called because she Wanted to inform me that “I left my card on accident”. I was a in traffic and already a few miles down the road, so I asked “would tomorrow be ok?” She replied “Ummm ok, I’ll keep it at the front desk”. That’s when I realized she didn’t hand me back my card nor did she even attempt to. I called back because she was weirdly adamant about it being my fault that I forgot the card and she said “I put it on the counter, you must not have seen it. We can mail it back to you if you’d like”. I told her to please do so, I won’t be coming back. The flower I got was also very low quality and nothing like the OG Kush and Chemdog I was accustomed to (I was a Red Card Holder in Colorado)I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.
Marina D.
1591981833
Great first visit! Brian was patient with me and quite helpful. Definitely will return. Flower is 💥
Jacob B.
1591933461
Great flower. They have limited options but I still give it 5 stars because they are new and it’s high quality so far
Tara N.
1588826707
This place is great my son has autism and has extreme difficulty reading.They treat him like a person with respect and made him feel comfortable in a situation that would normally be impossible for him Thank you Columbia Care Sarasota!
Johnny C.
1584207548
Very nice place with friendly and helpful people and good deals on great products. Looking forward to returning.
amanda V.
1583353864
Love the product and love the people here❤🧡💛💚💙💜
R. C.
1582133461
Picket up some of the famous Pineapple Express. Was fantastic. Would love to see CC get into the concetrate game with some of their plants.
Lady Triforce 4.
1578084385
Very friendly and professional service. Knowledgeable staff and just a beautiful facility.
Mat S.
1575731449
Picked up some Master Kush and Granddaddy Purple. Very pleased with the flower. You can only buy two per visit and you can't use discounts for flower. Those are my only two complaints. Master Kush is definitely strong with an awesome taste.
Robin G.
1568915915
I love Columbia Care's dispensary! The staff is extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. I didn't know anything about medical marijuana, but after a few minutes with Judy, (who was very nice and informative), I feel comfortable with the products. Thank you for such a great experience!
Zoey M.
1568915822
Best customer service I've experienced in the Sarasota dispensaries!The Patient Consultants/Sale Associates genuinely seem to care and listen to your individual needs. I'm looking forward to October, when they will carry flower.Convenient location with nice parking lot.
6979 S Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34231
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Everyday Deals and Discounts
- 1st Time Customer: 40% Off
- 2nd Visit: 30% Off*
- 3rd Visit: 20% Off*
- *Must Be Used Within 90 Days of the First Visit (Not stackable)
- Card Renewal Discount: 10% Off (Stackable)
- Veteran Discounts: 15% Off
- Seniors Discount 60 & older: 15% Off
- Student Discount: 15% Off
- Sundays: 20% Off For Seniors, Veterans, Students/Educators. (Saturday at Sarasota Location)
- Medicaid, Medicare, SSI, SNAP Discount: 15% Off
- Birthday Discount: 15% Off (Stackable)
- Industry Discount: 15% Off
- Pediatric Discount: 15% Off
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ABOUT THIS DISPENSARY
Cannabist, located at 6979 S Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, is open to help medical marijuana card holders find the right THC or CBD products.
Medical: Yes
Recreational: No
Delivery: No
Delivery Fee: Not Applicable
License Number: MMTC-2017-0011
This dispensary, officially referred to by the state as a medical marijuana treatment centers, or MMTC for short is licensed by the Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU).
Cannabist is vertically integrated, as are all of the Florida cannabis brands. Being vertically integrated means they oversee the entire process from seed to sale. Cannabist dispensary products are grown from their own cannabis plants from seed or cuttings, harvested, and processed into a variety of products. Then packages and distributed within their own network.
Product types, different strains and availability can vary from store menu to store menu, depending on demand. If Cannabist in Sarasota does not have what you are looking for, your Florida MedCard is universally accepted at any dispensary in the state.
Purchasing Marijuana Products at Cannabist
Upon arrival at this dispensary, you’ll enter a designated waiting area before going into the retail area with staff. The dispensary staff work with you to explain all of the cannabis products available. Budtenders may make recommendations that are based on your doctor’s recommendation.
If it’s your first visit, you’ll be required to complete intake forms. This lets the dispensary staff confirm your patient status and see what you were allotted by your medical marijuana doctor.
What Marijuana Products are Available at Cannabist
The best way to see the different product options before visiting the dispensary is to check out their online menu. If enabled, Cannabist in Sarasota online menu may be available on FL Dispensaries to reserve your order.
If you have an active medical card, you can pick from a wide array of cannabis products. Various delivery methods of the different cannabinoids have been approved by the DOH, including edibles, inhalation, oral, sublingual, topical, traditional flower and even suppositories. There is no obligation to buy your entire milligram limit at once; instead, you can purchase less if you so desire and then buy more during another visit or at another dispensary. It’s important to find what works for you.
Low tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) cannabis with higher CBD products are available to patients as well who prefer the non-euphoric effect.
Please enjoy medical marijuana products from this dispensary responsibly!
Contact the dispensary if you encounter product-related issues or problems. Cannabist has a policy & procedure for this.
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What People Are Saying
Based on 502 reviews
Buerto Z.
1724855019
Great place awsome service friendly staff, i was in and out in no time Miranda was very friendly and helpful
Cindy G.
1723655113
We are brand new to Cannabist and love it. Kasey if fantastic and so knowledgeable. Only our second visit but really appreciate the location, staff and availability of products. Our new go to!!!!!
Suzanne L.
1720728309
I Love Cynthia who is my favorite counter helper.About Canibust in general… the prices are outrageous ! $60. per gram cartridge… even with the sale it was 42… per one carrridge and you have to buy three to get that discount. No wonder this place is always dead. I just left and checked my regular dispensary GROWHealthy… todays sale at this pace today was 1 gram cartridge $25 or two half grams for $25…Highway robbery. Showroom is beautiful at cannabist.. i guess they are trying to pay for it? Anyhow , love cynthia, hate their prices here at cannabist.
Joey D.
1720527189
Julie was very knowledgeable about the products on hand and helped me make some good choices. Thank you Julie 👌😊
Michael H.
1719510688
Beautiful store! Great staff! Kasey got me an unexpected amazing deal today! Can't wait to shop again!
Nick S.
1718385202
Kasey is amazing. He had great recommendations, good customer service, and helped me get my cat out of a tree.
Daniel G.
1716304220
Christopher was awesome thanks. Found me best offers after listening to my needs. The cafe style dispensary is very cozy, inviting and staff is always genuinely friendly. Prices and specials are great too. Keep up the great work you do and thanks again. Sincerely, Dan
Emily P.
1713567336
Raegan was great with everything and was so knowledgeable on the discounts and products, as well as had very good recommendations
Patricia S.
1713526555
Christopher was amazing. He explained everything to me with patience. Great customer service
Makenzie H.
1713214959
I love Cannabist and all the employees are so helpful always hooking it up with the discounts! Kasey was awesome making sure I didn’t miss out on any sales.
Amber B.
1712009991
Always a great experience. Kasey was super helpful and had some great recommendations.
Daniel G.
1711491696
Niko was awesome thanks. Found me best offers for my needs after listening intently.I came in thanks to Cynthia's birthday message of special month offers so kudos there as well. Keep up the great work you do and thanks again. Sincerely, Dan
Wendy K.
1707268800
Reagan was so helpful! It was my first time there! Loved the first time discount also!I will be back… a nice and comfortable set up there!!!!
Eric J.
1705962992
Christopher was awesome, always is, calls me when my favorite products are in and lets me know the best way for me to get the best deal! Absolutely incredible team and atmosphere.
Windsor W.
1705752850
Wonderful experience. I am fairly new to this whole experience, and Sarah made my first visit here extremely pleasant. Will recommend to all my friends and family.
Stephanie F.
1704937341
First time patient at this dispensary. Placed my order online and it was ready within minutes. Cute welcome desk. Nice express checkout. Great deals and even better customer service (Eduardo). I will definitely be back.
Erik “Loki” J.
1700162853
First time walking in and Eduardo was beyond helpful and knowledgeable. He gave me recommendations and showed me some of the newer stuff that I didnt know existed. Extremely nice place and I am very very likely to come back. Can't wait!
Kelley Lemay R.
1699634703
Cynthia, as well as Eddie are amazing. Their knowledgeable, kind attitude, and willingness to educate the patient does not go unnoticed, and is much appreciated. Especially with the stigma around this. I am beyond lucky to have them as a source of information, and a good laugh EVERYTIME I go 🙂
Tony F.
1699571518
Exceptional Experience at Cannabist, Thanks to Christopher!After just one visit to Cannabist, I can confidently say it’s a game-changer compared to my two disappointing visits to Trulieve. Christopher, the specialist who assisted me, provided top-notch customer service. The products are of excellent quality, and the prices are unbeatable. My first visit here has already made Cannabist my go-to choice. Kudos to Christopher and the entire team for creating such a positive and satisfying experience. Highly recommend! 👍
Yesenia A.
1699065661
I was just in town for the weekend and it was my first time going in and they made me feel at home. Especially Cameron who checked me out. Thank you if I ever come back in town i know where to go 😊😊
LuAnne K.
1698765465
Christopher was so professional , knowledgeable and friendly. He really knows his stuff! Thank you for all of your help Christopher!Eduardo is so personable… he really loves helping people with their medical problems and takes the time to explain every detail.He is very knowledgeable and professional..Thank you for all of your help Eduardo!!!Again Eduardo was such fantastic help with detailed information and friendly personality.. thank you Eduardo!!!Julie is always knowledgeable, friendly and professional !!! Always a smile on her face.Thanks Julie
Bill L.
1697887242
Julie took the time to discuss my needs and preferences before making suggestions about which products would work for me. When I tried it at home. She was right. Went back for more the same day. Good job Julie!
LOCO 8.
1695940380
5/5 experience. Christopher was very knowledgeable, very friendly, and very patient. The atmosphere and cleanliness of the facility was immaculate and modern. Im definitely recommending to anyone looking to go the medical route.
LuAnne K.
1691936115
Christopher was so professional , knowledgeable and friendly. He really knows his stuff! Thank you for all of your help Christopher!
S. L.
1687814613
The representatives are very helpful at this store and knowledgeable. I greatly appreciate the wonderful customer service and enjoy their products for my medical needs.
Tracy H.
1687633997
Despite me being a bit of a pain Sarah was happy and helpful. She had to change my order for me a few times and make several trips to the back but never seemed to mind. Hard to find in today's retail world but the whole store is always bright and cheerful and happy to help.
Logan D.
1686942787
Sydney was Very helpful and easily relatable and gave me a lot of knowledge on the products I was interested in. Overall a great experience!
Alex J.
1685201350
So this is my go-to store for the last year. However, I don't think I will shop there again. They were already more expensive than their competitors when I got there. But they cleaned up and made interior of the store much more welcoming and got a few above average strains in dablicator pens, which I really like, so I stuck around even though they are barely open Saturday and closed Sunday. But recently they have jacked up their prices even higher. They claim discounts up to 50% but not every day and you need to spend hundreds on multiple products to get their discount (usually 30%). But the new prices are astronomical and getting that 30% discount if I spend $300 still leaves whatever I buy about a third higher than the next store, where I can buy a single cartridge with compatible test results for $40 instead of spending $77 each on it after buying 3 at $98. Not sure what the ownership is thinking, but their expectations are higher than what they can get me
Franz C.
1682075175
Best customer service! Danielle Taylor! Can’t say I’ve experienced better help at any dispensary! Thank Danielle for the amazing help. She deserves a raise! Keep the good work up!
Cliff C.
1681422025
She was knowledgeable, had patience and to make even better super pretty! I would definitely go back.😁. Prices are about the same almost everywhere ,but pretty good deals for your first time
Christine S.
1679149703
Always a pleasant experience. Spoke with Christopher yesterday on the phone, since I was having issues with ordering on website. I also had him as my rep this morning picking up my order. Thank You for your time and patience. Christine
Greg S.
1677115867
2/22/23 - I made my second trip to Cannabist today and was assisted by Cynthia. What a wonderful experience. This is only my second time purchasing medical marijuana. Cynthia was great in answering my questions and in guiding me to the right cannabis product. The whole experience with the entire staff was exemplary.
Austin H.
1676652791
Cynthia was AMAZING! First off the staff at the front desk, and door attendant were super friendly. It was my first time at the location, so they explained the entire check-in process and how I get my account set up. The look and feel of the facility was unlike any other rec or med dispensary I have been in. It was a very cool soft contemporary vibe with lots of greenery and natural wood. The touchscreen menu was very insightful and fun to play with while my account got setup. I was called over to my girl Cynthia, and the fun began. She had great recommendations, made it clear she wanted to get me the best deals on everything, and had great product knowledge. VERY high-end experience. Overall, I look forward to coming back, recommending, and advocating for this business. They know what they are doing! Thank you, Cannabist!
Genia C.
1674581738
River is extremely knowledgeable on all products and so positive and cheerful anytime I see her! She is amazing!
Brendan O.
1670420153
Cynthia made my day with a great experience. She’s knowledgeable, friendly, and fun to work with. I am very happy with my choice.
Robin S.
1668114573
I had excellent friendly informative service. I will be a repeat customer.Nathalie was the best. She saved me from making a blunder on my first purchase. I will try to do business with her whenever possible. She is excellent. Very friendly.
Amanda S.
1663870567
Hadn't been in for awhile since the store is a bit out of my way. The store welcomed me back with a smile and an extra savings. Danielle was so helpful and made me feel like I was her fave of the day. I'll be back soon!
Susan M R.
1662381486
I found an experience I think others would want to emulate. You were organized and clear in the systems you have which made it easier to get to what I needed and wanted to discuss. I found professionalism and information and now that I have tried the product - a satisfactory formula. Thank you for aiding my journey to health. Great help and eduction JoDanna. Very grateful to you all
Alejandra V.
1661472390
Nathalie was extremely helpful in breaking down the extensive menu and had great suggestions. Everything so far is delicious! I haven’t been here since they made the switch and the store is set up nicely and customer service was top notch from the time I walked in until I left with my goodies. Other incentives and reward programs were also shared which makes me want to frequent this store more. Don’t be intimidated by the big menu or prices, they have some great quality products that other dispensaries don’t have!!
Carol S.
1660074974
Atmosphere was very nice. Variety was good and the woman who waited on me was wonderful. She was knowledgeable and personable. As it was my first time here I got an incredible discount.
CityFarmFamily
1658526859
Amazing place. Very clean and nice throughout. Sales people are knowledgeable and helped me talk about my options. They have oz’s too for around $200 I believe if I remember correctly. And $50 of first visit if you spend $150. So could get an oz for $150. Have not tested yet but looks great!
Lauren J.
1658446908
Favorite dispensary 🙂 staff is always friendly, patient, and helpful and the product is on point too! Anytime I walk in if Rachel or Jody is working they ALWAYS make me smile (all around just a welcoming group of people who are genuinely interested in helping their patients)
BoricuAna A.
1656963707
Jodanna, I told you I'd do you that 5star review. Thank you for your positive and can-do attitude. Your awesome in providing such a gr8 customer with a smile experience. Stay fabulous and always safe.
Sami B
1656776114
These people are absolutely amazing and loyal to their customers. I honestly go there before I go to any other dispensary. Thank you all for an amazing experience EVERY time I come in
Timothy M.
1656632082
The entire staff are very friendly and not only informative, but they are well informed.Inside the store is very well decorated/designed, and quite cozy in a clean way.Plus the quality of product is among the top tier in FL.Much love for this place
Amie P.
1656614396
Jodanna is awesome. She me feel very comfortable and is very knowledgeable .She talked with me and listened . She knew just what to recommend. Gentlemen at the front desk was also welcoming and fantastic. I will be back ! Highly recommend! Great for a newbie.
Michael C.
1656523588
A pleasurable experience as always interacting with Danielle Taylor!! She is always helpful, kind and fun to deal with. Your top notch staff is the reason I keep coming to this specific location. Keep up the great work!
timothy O.
1654448391
Love this place the person who is helping me jodanna was amazing and she helped me out with everything that I needed definitely will be showing back up here!
David M.
1653745621
I love this place! I've been coming here for year's and everyone is great!! From Wayne to Danielle, Natalie, Cynthia, Nickie, and everyone! Much love and appreciation!!!💛🧡💚❤️💙💜
Jim P.
1650675459
Great place for everything!! The flower is great. The customer service is fantastic !! Love going to Cannabist.
Josh J.
1650669367
Best dispensary in the state hands down!! Best staff, best prices and consistently great products. Would recommend to anyone and everyone!
Sarasota R.
1650135765
Cannabist of Sarasota ,FL was phenomenal. They promised a higher experience . I will say " they followed through ". What an amazing experience. Their staff were A++. My budtender River was thourogh, wise, cheerful, all smiles and really helped me to set this place as my #1 go to. Amazing products , great staff (Jody, Jim, security.TY) and 2nd to none on selection of our medication needs. Thank you Cannabist Sarasota for the experience of all dispensaries. The highest experience there is? Cannabist Sarasota is were you'll find it.
mike S.
1645907760
This place has really looks great inside with the new branding. The vibe reminds of the upscale rec stores in CO. Danielle was my budtender and was very courteous and knowledgeable. I will definitely be going back.
Chris K.
1645296587
First time at this dispensary... I was helped by River. She was very knowledgeable and polite. She spent extra time helping me make an informed decision on products based on my personal experience with similar products available elsewhere. Based only on her service I expect to return in the future.
Donna J.
1643980322
Nice I was in again andy is outstanding i just want everyone to know she is so knowledgeable people very helpful I want to add I have been in recently and I live in Englewood so its a little drive they gave me a birthday discount on top of my senior citizen it was great you gotta come here cynthia was great thanks you guys
Kyle T.
1643847145
Great flower selection and knowledgeable staff. Brian is great. Thanks y’all!!!
Leonardo Martinez N.
1641510994
Bryan Del Valle did an amazing job along with the team helping me find what I was looking for. Also Bryan took the time to take care of me on every question I had with a smile. I felt at home. Thanks Bryan!
Randall Q.
1640216138
Great experience from very knowledgeable staff, especially River. Got the best deal an an ounce I've ever gotten in my life. Pineapple Express for $90, & not "smalls". Top Terps: Terpinolene 0.8%, Ocimene 0.24%, Limonene 0.2%. And it's not crumbly & dry. Perfect moisture! Thanks!
Jill H.
1638995081
I was amazed by Melissa who waited on me. She was so genuine and the store was absolutely beautiful. It was the best experience I've had in a dispensary in a long long time. Highly recommend. Melissa gave me some very helpful information and educated me on the different terpenes as well. She was amazing
Suzanne P.
1638985296
So grateful to All the Wondetful Employee'sWhat an Amazing Face-lift. Many BlessingsLove you 😍
Michael M.
1635275552
Bryan is the man and literally makes me want to come here so he can assisst if needed. The rest od the staff is amazing as well. They really are patient and friendly. I appreciate them alot.
Linda J.
1634684597
Awesome staff. Very knowledgeable. Great experience!!! Highly recommend
Danielle T.
1634676861
Best dispensary in town! Always a pleasure working with the most knowledgeable budtenders! Love the flower 💚 constantly dropping new products! So many choices! Thank you to the SRQ store! 👏🏼
Stacey J.
1633698597
Staff is always friendly, helpful and very educated. Nathalie went out of her way to research a strain for me. Quality of product is superior to any other in the area.
River N.
1632497311
Wait times are incredibly short and the dispensary is always decorated to the nines. Staff is extremely knowledgeable on the products and happy to take the time to help you find something that will fit your needs. My favorite bud is the Jungle Fruit (hybrid, 2nd photo); Even at 12% percent THC, it has powerful effects and a beautiful fruity smell!The photo on the left is the Mojito flower, a wonderful sativa.
Tymia B.
1632436515
Great customer service. Fast convenient wait time, friendly staff
Marco S.
1629833501
This is my neighborhood dispensary. The staff in general is very pleasant and I'm always greeted by my first name. An indispensable staff member Nathalie has always provided exceptional service whenever I showed up whether I have a pre-order or ordering at time of visit. I appreciate all of you.Thanks!
thosha G.
1627141443
I genuinely love coming here! I love Cynthia and everyone working there. They are so helpful and are really knowledgeable with their products. There is never any judgement and I have never had a bad experience. Thank you to the staff for all their hard work!!!!
Bailey S.
1625664160
While pretty inside the ladies behind the counter could barely be bothered with a visit. I said I had never been in before and a grungy binder was pushed to me to pick. I probably won’t be back.
bud m
1623709169
Poor QualityBought smalls, witch I have bought before. This time they are very small. Some are the size of a pea. Bottom is shake & stems.And it contained leaves.Columbia said too bad, can't or won't help. Won't be buying there anymore.
Ciara B.
1621328019
It was like an enchanted forest with cute lil gnomes & twinkle lights in trees. Definitely worth visiting.
idk S.
1619797373
The amount of product this dispensary has in stock is tremendous. The flower was cured perfect not to mention a 1/2oz smalls container for 100 bucks what a steal! Definitely a hidden gem! The staff is extremely knowledgeable regarding their products as well as very friendly.
Richard T.
1619437003
I had my first visit to Columbia Care on Saturday. Bryan was my bud tender, he was quite patient with all my questions and had a great attitude and substantial knowledge on everything. It was a fun, great shopping experience everyone there were friendly and good vibes overall. Make sure this dispensary is at the top of your list to visit. I'll certainly be back 😄
Dan K
1618150790
I leave a 1 start with a heavy heart. Friendly staff, Andy is awesome.But the medicine has taken such a turn the last couple of months that I don’t know how they can stand behind anything they are selling.I could leave a really detailed review but I won’t.We all work hard for our money. Medicine isn’t cheap. I feel like I have wasted a lot of money at this place the last couple of months.Just trying save you the headache.Shop around, more and more options.
Timothy L.
1618008394
Great quality. Honey child is amazing. Hell fire is awesome as well. Good hospitality people. I would recommend you try them out. I went to the Sarasota location and delt with Bryan.
Jessica W
1615516701
They are always really helpful and professional. Although they are occassionally out of the products my mom uses regularly, they have made great suggestions that have given us more options that work for us.
Bob B.
1614872220
The medical wax I purchased from Columbia Care shouldn’t even be allowed to be sold to patients. Nasty brown mids color and tastes worst than something I extracted myself. Extremely unrefined I wouldn’t even feel safe inhaling this product. I can’t really speak on their flower as this experience completely turned me off from ever going back.
Chris N.
1612667608
Great atmosphere. Knowledgeable tenders. Top shelf product. I will be a returning customer for sure.
Alan
1611502283
The facility was very clean, employees very helpful, and pretty good flower but the shatter I purchased was a mess. It was immediately the consistency of wax and was nearly impossible to get off the parchment paper without ripping. It won't even go back to shatter unless its immediately out of the freezer, and still then it gets waxy so fast I can't get all of the medicine off. Had to throw half of it out, never had this issue at competitors.
Frank W.
1611290503
Amazing service every time I’ve been in.Products are always outstanding ,especially lately.I can not say enough about how great an experience it is this location.Thank uEric
Gene F.
1609210320
great dispensary!!excellent staff, always friendly and helpful.usually less than 5 minutes wait and quick service.great place for flower.you can call them and they will answer your questions.nothing bad to say!!BEST DISPENSARYgive them a try.btw, you don't have to ring the bell to get in, security will open the door when he sees you. nothing wrong with them wanting to keep staff and customers safe.
Sweedindeed
1608132060
My Favorite Dispensary!Absolutely Great Flower!Try the Mint Chip, it is so good.Tons of Discounts!I'd like it if you guys had merchandise or a Venice location. Hahaha Its faster for me to drive out to Sarasota and go to Columbia Care than to go to the Trulieve 5 minutes away.
Scott W.
1607446985
Amazing customer service and clean facility. They offer great discount opportunities and discounts for Vets and Students. The product is great for what you pay, shatter was amber colored and good consistency. Rosin smelled great, nice and chunky and not melted. Flower was mid tier but for the price you can not beat it. Columbia Care trumps Trulieve by a long shot when it comes to prices and customer service.
Rose S.
1602280338
Atmosphere really does make a difference! I felt immediately comfortable. It doesn't feel like a retail storefront, more professionally therapeutic. Cynthia was very helpful and friendly!
J A.
1602171143
Staff was great!! Nice place!! Not packed like some other dispensaries! Definitely be back!
mike S.
1601057584
This place has really improved in the last few months. Their prices used to be too high relative to the area competition, but now they are very competitively priced and have great flower. Nathaly was my budtender and was very courteous and knowledgeable. I will definitely be going back.
Alan P.
1596895846
This place has the best popcorn flower out of the four dispensaries I've been to. Their flower is always consistently good
Stephen S.
1596566955
I love Columbia Care. The staff is great and they run a great store. Friendly, efficient and informative. I go for the flower and it never disappoints. Not always a large selection but whatever they do have is BEAUTIFUL.Perfect Example: today they only had one variety. But it was Incredible large, well cured flowers of Pineapple Express at over 20%Call ahead. Not everything is online.
Arthur G.
1595706072
BEST BUDS IN THE STATE. Friendly staff. The Buds are dense and grown correctly.
Ilona D.
1595380252
Coming into this store is an extremely pleasant experience every single time. The staff is super friendly, knowledgeable and follow safety protocols. Other dispensaries don’t compare, the product is amazing.
Tone C.
1595273113
They go out of their way it seems to make you uncomfortable. They will make you remove your glasses, hat, and anything else but then force you to wear a mask. They will then tell you how everything they do is the Law. Other Dispensaries do not lock the front door, make customers remove their eyeglasses, make customers remove their hats, force all people to wear a mask(no exceptions, even health reasons) When you ask any questions at all about any of these things, then you get BS delivered in a very unprofessional way and told it is the LAW or a state Statute or some other BS. Even though it is not the Law, and it can be proven that these Columbia policies are NOT Law. So this place has no problem making up things and even after being sick and in pain for years and finally getting some relief, I made to feel like I'm a criminal as soon as I walk in the door.
Tina W.
1594333814
Awesome flower at great price one of 2 of my go to disp for flower. In and out
Scott G.
1592844767
went to try new dispensary near my home on siesta. thought this will be nice because its less than 10 min away, but when i got to store someone walked in before me coughing and sneezing, then rang the doorbell outside and was let in. I waited for door and doorbell to be cleaned and it never was. I had to leave because i have pre-existing health conditions I can't risk getting covid-19.
Tyler W.
1592841570
I went out of my way to try Columbia Care in Sarasota, Florida as I’ve read and heard good things about them. I was put off when I first arrived because I had to touch/ring a metal door bell before entering, I guess this location hasn’t heard of the on going pandemic? I was instructed to give them my card and was then handed a clip board and pen (both of which were not cleaned prior to me using them and there was nothing to indicate that has ever happened) and told to fill out the information the same exact information is located on the medical marijuana card. Seemed a bit redundant, but nothing I could do. I was greeted at register 6 by Cynthia who was not very friendly and a bit abrasive to put it lightly. I asked her a few questions and was rudely interrupted when I didn’t realize I had to answer the “where did you find us?” question. She wasn’t very knowledgeable, but luckily there was a competent employee (nice guy) who was able to help. After I left, I received a call from a number I didn’t recognize which I answered and it was the receptionist from Columbia Care, I was called because she Wanted to inform me that “I left my card on accident”. I was a in traffic and already a few miles down the road, so I asked “would tomorrow be ok?” She replied “Ummm ok, I’ll keep it at the front desk”. That’s when I realized she didn’t hand me back my card nor did she even attempt to. I called back because she was weirdly adamant about it being my fault that I forgot the card and she said “I put it on the counter, you must not have seen it. We can mail it back to you if you’d like”. I told her to please do so, I won’t be coming back. The flower I got was also very low quality and nothing like the OG Kush and Chemdog I was accustomed to (I was a Red Card Holder in Colorado)I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.EDIT:Wayne,I can tell by the way you're addressing an unhappy customer that a lot of this stems from your inability to conduct yourself professionally. I can ASSURE you that the doorbell was NOT cleaned after I touched it and again it was not CLEANED AFTER the person who came in behind me. I'd be willing to bet whatever you'd like that it was NOT cleaned as frequently as you stated. if you actually were intelligent enough to do your due diligence all it would take is you reviewing your security camera footage to see that I am without a doubt 100% correct. I'm sorry if technology isn't something to comes easy to you and your generation I am sure you team attempted to pass the blame to me rather than own up to their inability to provide quality customer service, especially if you're the person setting an example for them to follow. I'm sure you clean things, but not after each use which is what I addressed in my review. For you to insult me and refer to my statement as asinine further solidifies the fact that the reason for my sub-par experience is because you yourself need more training on how to properly interact and engage your customers.Do you even know how to sort through your reviews because there are 4 other people who have left
Tyler W.
1592259284
I went out of my way to try Columbia Care in Sarasota, Florida as I’ve read and heard good things about them. I was put off when I first arrived because I had to touch/ring a metal door bell before entering, I guess this location hasn’t heard of the on going pandemic? I was instructed to give them my card and was then handed a clip board and pen (both of which were not cleaned prior to me using them and there was nothing to indicate that has ever happened) and told to fill out the information the same exact information is located on the medical marijuana card. Seemed a bit redundant, but nothing I could do. I was greeted at register 6 by Cynthia who was not very friendly and a bit abrasive to put it lightly. I asked her a few questions and was rudely interrupted when I didn’t realize I had to answer the “where did you find us?” question. She wasn’t very knowledgeable, but luckily there was a competent employee (nice guy) who was able to help. After I left, I received a call from a number I didn’t recognize which I answered and it was the receptionist from Columbia Care, I was called because she Wanted to inform me that “I left my card on accident”. I was a in traffic and already a few miles down the road, so I asked “would tomorrow be ok?” She replied “Ummm ok, I’ll keep it at the front desk”. That’s when I realized she didn’t hand me back my card nor did she even attempt to. I called back because she was weirdly adamant about it being my fault that I forgot the card and she said “I put it on the counter, you must not have seen it. We can mail it back to you if you’d like”. I told her to please do so, I won’t be coming back. The flower I got was also very low quality and nothing like the OG Kush and Chemdog I was accustomed to (I was a Red Card Holder in Colorado)I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.
Marina D.
1591981833
Great first visit! Brian was patient with me and quite helpful. Definitely will return. Flower is 💥
Jacob B.
1591933461
Great flower. They have limited options but I still give it 5 stars because they are new and it’s high quality so far
Tara N.
1588826707
This place is great my son has autism and has extreme difficulty reading.They treat him like a person with respect and made him feel comfortable in a situation that would normally be impossible for him Thank you Columbia Care Sarasota!
Johnny C.
1584207548
Very nice place with friendly and helpful people and good deals on great products. Looking forward to returning.
amanda V.
1583353864
Love the product and love the people here❤🧡💛💚💙💜
R. C.
1582133461
Picket up some of the famous Pineapple Express. Was fantastic. Would love to see CC get into the concetrate game with some of their plants.
Lady Triforce 4.
1578084385
Very friendly and professional service. Knowledgeable staff and just a beautiful facility.
Mat S.
1575731449
Picked up some Master Kush and Granddaddy Purple. Very pleased with the flower. You can only buy two per visit and you can't use discounts for flower. Those are my only two complaints. Master Kush is definitely strong with an awesome taste.
Robin G.
1568915915
I love Columbia Care's dispensary! The staff is extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. I didn't know anything about medical marijuana, but after a few minutes with Judy, (who was very nice and informative), I feel comfortable with the products. Thank you for such a great experience!
Zoey M.
1568915822
Best customer service I've experienced in the Sarasota dispensaries!The Patient Consultants/Sale Associates genuinely seem to care and listen to your individual needs. I'm looking forward to October, when they will carry flower.Convenient location with nice parking lot.
