Top 10 Best Cannabis Dispensaries in California
Updated October 2026 · 1538 licensed dispensaries in California
★ 4.8606,212 reviews across 300 dispensaries in California
The California cannabis market includes 1,538 licensed dispensaries spread across 322 cities. Use this page to drill down by city, or jump straight to a featured dispensary below. The largest local markets include Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Oakland, and Long Beach.
Dispensaries across California looking to bring in more customers can start with our dispensary marketing playbook, or read how cannabis SMS marketing drives repeat visits.
California has 1,538 licensed cannabis dispensaries across 322 cities, averaging 4.8 out of 5 in customer reviews.
Cannabis in California — quick answers
- How many dispensaries are in California?
- California has 1,538 licensed dispensaries listed in 322 cities.
- Which cities in California have the most dispensaries?
- Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento and Oakland lead California for dispensary count.
More dispensaries in California
#734.9(1,448)
#74
4.9(3,116)
Xzibit's West Coast Cannabis Dispensary
4.93,116 Google reviews
WM4.6(51,843)
$
9155 Deering Ave, Chatsworth, California
- dual
#75
4.9(1,191)
Sweet Flower - Westwood Cannabis Dispensary
4.91,191 Google reviews
WM4.4(550)Leafly5.0(51)
$
1413 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, California
- dual
#76
4.9(2,539)
#77
4.9(1,054)
Catalyst Cannabis Dispensary Palm Desert
4.91,054 Google reviews
WM4.9(51,708)
$
39420 Berkey Dr, Palm Desert, California
- dual
#78
4.9(1,675)
Firehouse365 Maywood’s Store Cannabis Dispensary
4.91,675 Google reviews
WM4.8(53,007)
$
6118 S Atlantic Blvd, Maywood, California
- dual
#79
Verified4.7(2,288)
Golden State Greens
4.72,288 Google reviews
WM4.8(54,720)Leafly4.8(5,326)
$
3452 Hancock St, San Diego, California
- dual
- pickup
- delivery
- recreational
#80
Verified4.7(1,556)
The Healing Center Weed Dispensary Needles
4.71,556 Google reviews
WM4.8(53,624)AllBud4.4(510)
$
1400 Needles Hwy #100, Needles, California
- dual
- pickup
- curbside
- delivery
- recreational
#81
4.9(5,080)
Catalyst Cannabis Dispensary Pomona
4.95,080 Google reviews
WM4.8(5,888)
$
456 E Holt Ave, Pomona, California
- dual
#82
Verified4.8(1,593)
Cannabist Dispensary - San Diego
4.81,593 Google reviews
$
4645 De Soto St, San Diego, California
- dual
- pickup
- delivery
- recreational
#83
4.9(978)
#84
4.9(6,332)
LA KUSH - Cannabis Dispensary
4.96,332 Google reviews
WM4.8(6,826)
$
5470 Valley Blvd, Los Angeles, California
- dual
#85
4.9(3,385)
HAVEN Cannabis Marijuana and Weed Dispensary - Los Alamitos
4.93,385 Google reviews
WM4.6(5,832)
$
3401 Norwalk Blvd, Long Beach, California
- dual
#86
4.9(4,608)
SWED A SNOOP DOGG Dispensary LAX
4.94,608 Google reviews
WM4.9(2,235)
$
5494 W Centinela Ave, Los Angeles, California
- dual
#87
4.9(2,791)
#88
4.9(1,683)
#89
4.9(5,534)
#90
Verified4.8(1,276)
ECO
4.81,276 Google reviews
Leafly3.9(57)
$
2435 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, California
- dual
- pickup
- delivery
- recreational
#91
4.9(2,440)
#92
4.9(1,969)
The Higher Path Dispensary and Delivery
4.91,969 Google reviews
WM4.8(1,821)
$
14080 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, California
- dual
#93
4.9(1,193)
LA KUSH - Cannabis Dispensary
4.91,193 Google reviews
WM4.8(6,826)
$
4439 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California
- dual
#94
4.9(3,427)
420 Central Dispensary - Santa Ana
4.93,427 Google reviews
Leafly4.7(525)
$
420 W Central Ave, Santa Ana, California
- dual
#95
4.9(3,113)
#96
4.9(8,613)
Cookies Modesto Dispensary
4.98,613 Google reviews
WM4.5(817)
$
1944 W Orangeburg Ave, Modesto, California
- dual
California cannabis prices & deals
Statewide price intelligence built from live California dispensary menus — every figure rolled up from listings that publish a real package size.
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Every category ranked by comparable unit price, city by city.
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Cheap ounces in California →Real 28g packages statewide, cheapest first.
Cheapest concentrates in California →1,633 comparable listings in 57 cities.
Cheapest edibles in California →7,250 comparable listings in 108 cities.
Cheapest flower in California →104,553 comparable listings in 204 cities.
Cheapest infused pre-rolls in California →5,270 comparable listings in 81 cities.
Cheapest pre-rolls in California →3,332 comparable listings in 60 cities.
Cheapest carts & vapes in California →78,170 comparable listings in 184 cities.
All California dispensaries (1,000)
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Sunset Herbal
4.6173 Google reviews
$
11503 Burbank Blvd, North Hollywood, California
- dual
- pickup
- delivery
- recreational
The Highlands Weed Dispensary And Delivery
4.5175 Google reviews
$
7000 Tesla Rd, Livermore, California
- dual
Nela Rd | Los Feliz Marijuana and Weed Dispensary
4.7166 Google reviews
$
1870 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, California
- dual
- pickup
- delivery
- recreational
Fat Bunny | Purveyors of Fine Cannabis
4.9154 Google reviews
$
8025 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California
- dual
La Botica Wellness Dispensary
4.5167 Google reviews
$
2420 Portico Blvd Ste A, Calexico, California
- dual
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Browse California dispensaries by city
Browse California dispensaries by county
San Diego County
72 shops
Alameda County
43 shops
Los Angeles County
30 shops
San Francisco County
10 shops
Contra Costa County
3 shops
Siskiyou County
2 shops
San Mateo County
2 shops
Fresno County
2 shops
Tulare County
2 shops
Santa Clara County
1 shops
Napa County
1 shops
Santa Barbara County
1 shops
Riverside County
1 shops
Monterey County
1 shops
Orange County
1 shops
Sacramento County
1 shops
San Bernardino County
1 shops
Cannabis laws in California
Cannabis dispensaries in California operate under state-level licensing. Every shop listed here is required to verify customer ID, follow posted possession limits, and sell product that has been lab-tested for potency and contaminants. Federal law still classifies cannabis as a controlled substance, so dispensaries generally accept debit or cash rather than credit cards, and cannot ship product across state lines. Always confirm the rules that apply to your specific situation — medical vs. recreational eligibility, daily purchase caps, and where consumption is legally allowed.
The California dispensary market
The California retail market is dominated by flower and pre-roll volume, with growing share for vape cartridges, live-resin concentrates, and dose-controlled edibles. Most California dispensaries carry a mix of in-state cultivator brands and house-branded SKUs, plus a rotating deals shelf for budget-focused shoppers.
How to use this directory
Browse the cities below to see how many shops are in each local market, or scroll down to "Top dispensaries in California" for a curated set of featured and highest-rated retailers statewide. Each listing links to a full dispensary page with hours, address, contact info, services, and verified reviews.
Visiting California?
If you're traveling through California, plan a quick stop at a licensed dispensary rather than the unregulated market — you'll get tested product, posted potency, and a receipt. Bring a valid government ID, expect a card check at the door, and budget for cash if the shop doesn't accept debit. Never drive impaired, and remember that cannabis still cannot legally cross state lines, even between two legal states.
Learn more about cannabis laws in California or see current deals and discounts in California.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many cannabis dispensaries are there in California?
- Weed Dispos currently lists 1,538 licensed dispensaries across California, spanning 322 cities.
- Is recreational cannabis legal in California?
- Cannabis laws in California are set at the state level and change periodically. Check each dispensary listing — recreational shops serve adults 21+ with a valid government ID, while medical-only shops require a state-issued patient card.
- Which California cities have the most dispensaries?
- In California, the largest local dispensary markets include Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Oakland, and Long Beach. Click any city in the list above to see every licensed shop indexed there.
- Do California dispensaries deliver?
- Many do, but coverage varies by ZIP and by retailer. Open an individual dispensary listing to see whether delivery is offered and which areas they serve.