Best Dispensaries in Raleigh NC: Your Complete 2026 Guide

Raleigh has 28 hemp dispensaries spread across every corner of the city. That's not a guess — we counted. From 24/7 shops and cannabis cafes to education-focused boutiques and the first woman-owned dispensary in the state, the capital city's hemp scene has something for everyone. North Carolina's hemp industry generates between $759 million and $1.1 billion in annual sales and supports roughly 9,000 jobs statewide (WFAE, 2026). A solid chunk of that activity runs through Raleigh.

This guide breaks down the best dispensaries by category, then maps every shop by neighborhood so you can find one near you. All of these stores sell legal hemp-derived products — no medical card required.

TL;DR: Raleigh has 28 hemp dispensaries. Sherlocks Glass & Dispensary is the top-rated (4.9 stars, 853 reviews) with the widest selection. Hempie's runs two 24/7 locations. NC Hemp Shoppe on Glenwood stays open until 3am on weekends. All hemp products are legal in NC under SB 455 and the 2018 Farm Bill — no medical card needed (NCGA, 2022).

Best Raleigh Dispensaries by Category

Not every dispensary is the same. Some focus on flower quality, others on late-night convenience or customer education. Here are our picks across eight categories, based on product selection, reviews, hours, and what makes each one stand out.

Best Overall: Sherlocks Glass & Dispensary

Sherlocks Glass & Dispensary at 3801 Hillsborough St is the only premium-tier dispensary in Raleigh with a 4.9-star rating from over 853 Google reviews. That's not a number you get by accident. They carry THCa flower, edibles, vapes, concentrates, and one of the Triangle's best selections of American-made glass pipes and accessories. Open 10am–8pm daily, right near NC State's campus on Hillsborough Street.

Best Late Night: NC Hemp Shoppe — Glenwood

Need something after midnight? NC Hemp Shoppe on Glenwood Ave is open until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays, and until 1am on Thursdays and Sundays. Their weekday hours start at 2pm, so this is really a night-owl spot. They stock THCa, Delta-9, Delta-8, CBD, concentrates, glass, and accessories.

Their original Creedmoor Rd location — voted Best of Raleigh — keeps more traditional hours (9am–9pm most days, until 10pm Thu–Sat).

Best 24/7: Hempie's (2 Locations)

Hempie's is the only dispensary in Raleigh that never closes. Their Litchford Rd location serves North Raleigh, while the Lake Wheeler Rd location covers the south side. Both are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

They won the IndyWeek Best of the Triangle 2025 award for Best CBD/Head Shop in Wake County, beating out Sherlocks and NC Hemp Shoppe as runners-up (IndyWeek, 2025). Products include THCa carts, Delta-9 gummies, Delta-8, THCP, and lab-tested edibles.

Best for First-Timers: Trek CBD

Walking into a dispensary for the first time can feel overwhelming. Trek CBD at 3434 Edwards Mill Rd takes an education-first approach, emphasizing quality, value, and a personalized shopping experience. Staff take time to explain products and help you find what works.

Open 10am–7pm Monday–Saturday, 12–5pm Sunday. If you want a more guided experience with delivery added, Modern Apotheca on Falls of Neuse Rd is another strong option for beginners.

Best for Delivery: Modern Apotheca

Modern Apotheca at 8604 Falls of Neuse Rd offers free same-day delivery across the Raleigh area. They're also home to The Burnt Pot Cafe, so you can grab a coffee while browsing CBD and THCa products. Open 11am–7pm daily.

Other delivery options: Hemp Generation on Wake Forest Rd is available on DoorDash. Elevation Hemp Company in Northwest Raleigh provides local delivery, nationwide shipping, and in-store pickup.

Most Unique Experience: Wake-N-Bakery

Wake-N-Bakery at 1213 Hillsborough St isn't your typical dispensary. It's a cannabis cafe blending THC-infused coffee and baked goods with a retail dispensary — Chicago-style meets Southern hospitality. If you want to actually sit down and enjoy a hemp-infused drink or pastry, this is the only spot in Raleigh doing it.

Open 9am–8pm Monday–Thursday, 9am–11pm Friday–Saturday, 10am–8pm Sunday.

Best Locally Made Products: Carolindica

Carolindica is vertically integrated, meaning they formulate, manufacture, and package all their craft cannabis products in-house right here in Raleigh. Two locations: Garner Station Blvd and Capital Blvd. Open 10am–8pm weekdays, 12–8pm Saturday, 12–6pm Sunday.

If "where was this made?" matters to you, Carolindica is the answer. You're buying directly from the producer.

Best Woman & Minority-Owned: The Hemp Store

The Hemp Store at 5801 Farmwell Rd is the first woman and minority-owned cannabis dispensary in North Carolina. All products are US-made and third-party lab tested. They carry THCa, CBD, HHC, Delta-8, and Delta-9 products.

Open 10am–7pm weekdays (until 8pm Fri–Sat), 10am–6pm Sunday.

Every Raleigh Dispensary by Neighborhood

Not sure which dispensary is closest to you? Here's every shop organized by area. Click any name to see their full profile with hours, directions, and product info.

Hillsborough Street (Near NC State) — 5 Shops

The Hillsborough Street corridor has the densest concentration of dispensaries in Raleigh. It's walkable, student-friendly, and close to downtown.

• Sherlocks Glass & Dispensary — 3801 Hillsborough St, 10am–8pm daily. Premium flower, glass gallery, 4.9 stars.
• Hemp Generation — 2402 Hillsborough St, 10am–8pm (Sun 12–6pm). Founded 2019.
• Cannapa THCa — 2526 Hillsborough St, 10am–10pm daily.
• Wake-N-Bakery — 1213 Hillsborough St, 9am–8pm (Fri–Sat til 11pm). Cannabis cafe.
• The Hemp Farmacy — 527 Hillsborough St, 10am–7pm (Sun 11am–6pm).

North Raleigh — 6 Shops

North Raleigh stretches across Creedmoor Rd, Falls of Neuse, and Litchford Rd. Suburban setting, easy parking, and home to several award-winning shops.

• NC Hemp Shoppe — 6030 Creedmoor Rd, 9am–9pm (Thu–Sat til 10pm). Voted Best of Raleigh.
• The Hemp Company — 6500 Falls of Neuse Rd, 10am–7pm (Sun 12–5pm). Family-owned.
• Modern Apotheca — 8604 Falls of Neuse Rd, 11am–7pm daily. Free delivery + cafe.
• Hempie's — 8320 Litchford Rd, open 24/7. IndyWeek 2025 winner.
• Aloha Plus Cannabinoids — 9650 Leesville Rd, 11am–7pm daily. Voted Best CBD Store 4 years running.
• Triangle Hemp Wellness — 4701 Creedmoor Rd, near Crabtree Mall. Also carries Kava. Mon–Thu only.

Glenwood Ave / Five Points — 3 Shops

The Glenwood corridor connects downtown to Five Points and ITB neighborhoods. Best area for late-night shopping.

• NC Hemp Shoppe — Glenwood — 609 Glenwood Ave, open until 3am Fri–Sat. Latest hours in Raleigh.
• Hemp Generation — Wake Forest Rd — 2003 Wake Forest Rd, 11am–7pm (Sun 12–5pm). DoorDash delivery.
• Redhead Hemp — 1809 Glenwood Ave, 11am–7pm (Sun 12–6pm). Also has a Durham location.

Midtown — 1 Shop

• Cannapa THCa — N Market Dr — 1606 N Market Dr, 10am–8pm (Sun 12–6pm). Central location near North Hills.

West Raleigh — 4 Shops

West Raleigh covers the area from Grace Park to Edwards Mill Rd. Several family-owned shops and education-focused options.

• Nature's Releaf — Hollyridge — 5224 Hollyridge Dr, 10am–8pm (Sun til 7pm). Family-owned, large selection.
• Nature's Releaf — Western Blvd — 5517 Western Blvd, 10am–8pm (Thu–Sat til 10pm). Extended weekend hours.
• Trek CBD — 3434 Edwards Mill Rd, 10am–7pm (Sun 12–5pm). Education-focused.
• Elevation Hemp Company — 8111 Rowlock Way, 11am–7pm (Sun 12–5pm). Delivery and shipping.

South & East Raleigh — 7 Shops

The widest geographic spread. Includes Raleigh's only other 24/7 location, the first woman-owned dispensary in NC, and an early-bird shop opening at 8am.

• Hempie's — Lake Wheeler — 2720 Lake Wheeler Rd, open 24/7.
• The Hemp Store — 5801 Farmwell Rd, 10am–7pm (Fri–Sat til 8pm). First woman/minority-owned in NC.
• Carolindica — Garner Station — 1803 Garner Station Blvd, 10am–8pm (Sat 12–8pm, Sun 12–6pm). Made in Raleigh.
• Cannapa THCa — New Bern Ave — 1412 New Bern Ave, 10am–10pm daily.
• Wildflower Hemp Co — 909 Rock Quarry Rd, 8am–8pm daily. Earliest opening in Raleigh.
• Apotheca Cannabis — 117 Small Pine Dr, 10am–8pm daily. Also carries kratom and mushroom products.
• Hemp 2 Heal — 6451 Triangle Plantation Dr, 10am–6pm (Sat 11am–5pm). Specializes in topicals for muscle and joint relief.

Capital Blvd Corridor — 2 Shops

Easy highway access off Capital Blvd, north of downtown.

• Carolindica — Capital Blvd — 3031 Capital Blvd, 10am–8pm (Sat 12–8pm, Sun 12–6pm). In-house products.
• Cannapa THCa — Capital Blvd — 2822 Capital Blvd, 10am–10pm daily.

What Should You Look for in a Dispensary?

The best dispensary for you depends on what you care about. Here's what separates a good shop from a great one.

Third-party lab testing is non-negotiable. Any reputable dispensary should have Certificates of Analysis (COAs) available for every product. These confirm potency, verify that THC levels are within legal limits, and screen for pesticides, heavy metals, and residual solvents. If a shop can't show you COAs, walk out.

Staff knowledge matters more than you'd think. A good budtender doesn't just ring you up — they ask what you're looking for, explain the differences between cannabinoids like THCa and Delta-8, and recommend products based on your experience level. Shops like Trek CBD and Modern Apotheca are known for this.

Product variety is worth considering too. Some shops specialize in flower, others in edibles or topicals. Check if they carry the product category you want before making the trip. Sherlocks has the broadest selection overall, while Hemp 2 Heal focuses specifically on wellness topicals.

And of course, reviews and reputation speak for themselves. Check Google ratings, look for local awards, and ask around.

Is It Legal to Buy from a Dispensary in Raleigh?

Yes. Every dispensary listed here sells hemp-derived products that are legal under both federal law (the 2018 Farm Bill) and North Carolina state law (Session Law 2022-32, enacted via SB 455). Products must contain no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC on a dry weight basis. You don't need a medical card, prescription, or special license to walk in and buy.

There is no state-level age requirement for purchasing hemp products in NC. That said, most shops voluntarily enforce a 21+ policy.

One thing to know: a federal law signed in November 2025 (P.L. 119-37) redefines hemp based on total THC content, which would restrict most Delta-8, THCa, and high-potency products starting November 12, 2026. For the full breakdown, see our guide on Delta-8 legality in NC and THCa legality in NC.