Best Rated Dispensaries in Ontario 2022 Edition

March 23, 2022

Best Rated Dispensaries in Ontario 2022 Edition

It makes sense that Ontario, Canada’s most populated province, is also the biggest spender when it comes to cannabis.

There are a lot of people who call Ontario home—14.7 million to be exact—and the province also welcomes millions of visitors each year, with many partaking in the country’s legalized weed market.

And while certain provinces are seeing a decline in recreational cannabis sales, they are only going up in Ontario.

The province accounts for 42% of all recreational cannabis sales nationwide. Last year, according to the Ontario Cannabis Store, overall legal weed sales in the province topped $394 million in the second quarter—a sizable increase from $204.3 million over the same period the previous year.

Legalization has been good for Canada’s overall economy, too. According to 2022 research by Deloitte, the cannabis sector has contributed $13.3 billion to the provincial gross domestic product (GDP) since legalization began in 2018, and $43.5 billion to Canada’s overall GDP.

There’s no denying it: Ontarians love that good, good green.

Highest-rated recreational weed dispensaries in Ontario

Ontario has an almost overwhelming number of cannabis stores in operation right now, with more than 1,200 province-wide.

Experts warn that this kind of growth isn’t sustainable, but we’ve got faith in these 15 best-rated weed dispensaries in Ontario. Thanks to their superior customer service, shopping experience, and the quality of their products, these dispensaries have rave reviews.

Here are the best cannabis dispensaries to shop for weed across Ontario, according to Leafly reviewers.

RELM Cannabis Co.

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4031 Fairview St. – Burlington, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 4.5 star rating (70 reviews)

Nothing elevates an in-store shopping experience quite like encountering friendly and knowledgeable budtenders, and patrons praise Burlington’s RELM for exactly that.

Its staff get lots of love on Leafly reviews, a true testament to how much the city’s top weed shop and its staff truly care about their patrons and the bud they’re working with.

The shop itself is bright and airy and its location, which is just a stone’s throw from the QEW, only adds to the appeal.

High Tea Cannabis Co.

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60 Ross St. – St. Thomas, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 5 star rating (10 reviews)

Locals rave about High Tea Cannabis Co., located in the 40,000-person town of St. Thomas.

Southwestern Ontario has a ton of cannabis retail shops, but High Tea shines for its unique location, which is tucked inside of a brick heritage homestead in the city’s downtown.

The location is cool, but it’s the price point that truly gets people coming back. Bonus points: High Tea allows dogs in its shops, and even encourages folks to bring them. So next time you’re in the area, pop by with your four-legged friend and restock your stash.

FIKA Local

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171 N. Queen St. – Etobicoke, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 5 star rating (17 reviews)

FIKA Local has an impressive 16 locations across Ontario, and many of them are province-wide standouts (as you’ll see scrolling through this list).

FIKA’s Etobicoke shop on North Queen St. continues to maintain its 5/5 ratings on Leafly, most notably for its elevated design, informative staff, and top-tier products. Thanks to its sleek in-store shopping aesthetic and high-quality cannabis, one user called this FIKA location the “Gucci of all cannabis retailers.”

Top praise if we’ve ever heard it.

Bonnefire

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244 Queen St. W – Toronto, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 4.8 star rating (19 reviews)

It can feel like there’s a dispensary on every corner in Toronto’s downtown core. Because of that density, weed retailers have to up their game in order to stand out.

Even though it’s sitting pretty in prime real estate at the intersection of Queen and John, the vibe inside Bonnefire is more country cottage than a concrete jungle.

Like most of the other Ontario dispensaries on our list, Bonnefire offers both online shopping and delivery services in addition to in-store shopping. Its competitive prices mean it’s a spot you’ll feel good about spending your hard-earned dollars at.

Purple Moose Cannabis

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575 Laval Dr., Oshawa, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 4.2 star rating (15 reviews)

If you find yourself in Durham Region, Purple Moose in Oshawa is the must-visit spot for green. These guys sell a range of legal cannabis products from budget-friendly bud to high-end craft pre-rolls, edibles and more.

Located at the intersection of Laval Dr. and Stevenson Rd., Purple Moose has found itself a convenient home that welcomes locals as well as passersby on the 401 alike. The shop is small, but mighty, and is led by a stellar roster of budtenders who go above and beyond to educate their customers.

Sessions Cannabis

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4700 Dufferin St. – North York, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 5 star rating (16 reviews)

Located at Dufferin and Finch across from Dufferin Creek, Sessions is a quaint shop that prides itself on welcoming newcomers and returning customers. Still, cannabis newbs genuinely appreciate Sessions’ staff and their patience.

“Amazing recommendations for first-timers,” wrote one Leafly reviewer. Another echoed, “The budtenders are all clearly enthusiasts and they love their product.”

Other folks love the ability to order online and pick up quickly in-store without having to wait in line. To top it all off, there’s ample parking, so you never have to worry about finding a spot.

Tweed

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75 Bayly St. – Ajax, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 5 star rating (11 reviews)

Tweed is arguably one of the most recognized Canadian brands in the weed realm, and they continue to push boundaries with their Ontario retail locations. The second Durham Region spot on our list is Tweed’s Ajax shop where folks are impressed with both the budtenders and the overall vibe.

“The employees are very knowledgeable about the products and provide excellent customer service,” one user wrote. “The store itself is bright, modern and welcoming.” First-time shoppers also praise the staff for putting them at ease and providing top-shelf advice.

Harvest Cannabis Co.

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59 Dalhousie St. – Brantford, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 4.7 star rating (12 reviews)

Customers always seem to have an enjoyable experience at Harvest Cannabis Co. Located in a modest space, just a stone’s throw from Laurier University’s Brantford campus, this cannabis dispensary is a one-stop-shop for all of your weed needs.

This store offers a solid variety of products: Top-shelf flower, shatter, edibles, and vapes, plus more wallet-friendly options for the value-seeking customer. Both university students and residents alike appreciate Harvest Cannabis Co.’s no-fuss, no-pressure approach to business.

One Plant

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43 Milner Ave. – Scarborough, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 5 star rating (34 reviews)

You’ll find One Plant conveniently located in a plaza just off the 401 at McCowan, north of the Scarborough Town Centre. What patrons love most about this cannabis shop is its consistent competitive pricing.

“Every day they always have [something] on sale and the best part is, people there are really nice and really helpful,” wrote one Leafly reviewer. Another added, quite sagely: “There are some other places that price match, but why go there when you can go straight to the plug?”

Tokyo Smoke

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1000 Wellington St. – Ottawa, ON

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 4.6 star rating (19 reviews)

Tokyo Smoke is another Canadian cannabis brand that’s become somewhat of a household name among tokers. It has seven locations in and around the country’s capital, but its Wellington Street location reigns supreme.

Like other Tokyo Smokes, the in-store shopping experience and the overall interior design both pass the vibe check—welcoming and contemporary with a minimalist aesthetic. But what customers really appreciate is the click-and-collect option, which allows patrons to place an order online and pick up their goods in-store within hours.

“Order was ready as soon as I arrived, the staff [were] incredibly knowledgeable and extremely efficient,” says one reviewer. “Best cannabis store in Ottawa? You bet your bottom dollar it is.”