Higher Tolerance Cannabis Dispensary

4.8 (127)
Cannabis store Albany

About Higher Tolerance Cannabis Dispensary

On South Pearl Street in downtown Albany, Higher Tolerance is a Black-owned dispensary that pulls strong loyalty from regulars. Reviewers describe the space as upscale but unpretentious, with security at the front and a calm interior that feels intentional rather than corporate. Customer service is the headline. One reviewer mentioned buying a fruit-flavored vape by mistake and being allowed to exchange it — that kind of flexibility shows up across the review feed. Budtenders are described as knowledgeable, the price point hits well, and the product range covers what most shoppers come in for. Hours run 10 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday, with a shorter Sunday window from noon to 5 PM. The downtown location makes it walkable from much of central Albany. With a 4.8 rating across 127 reviews, it sits among the higher-rated newer shops in the city. Good fit if you want a downtown stop with personality and a team that treats returns as a normal part of doing business.

Customers mention:
  • Black-owned business
  • Generous exchange policy
  • Calm, upscale interior
  • Knowledgeable bud tenders

Business Details

Address
121 S Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
Area
Downtown, Albany
State
New York
Phone
(518) 313-1339
Int'l Phone
+1 518-313-1339
Website
highertolerance.com
Category
Cannabis store
Status
Open
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Opening Hours

  • Monday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday12:00 – 5:00 PM

Amenities

Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible parking

Customer Reviews

Joseph McCauley

Amazing selection and even better customer service. I recently bought a product spontaneously with 0 research and it turns out it was fruit flavored and was clearly labeled to have been fruit flavored if I had bothered to read LOL. fruit flavored weed vapes are not personally my thing and Higher tolerance were super accommodating and let me exchange my unopened product for something more my style which was extremely cool. The owner and his daughter who checked me out were extremely chill and kind (sorry I'm stoned and shit with names)

Natural Queen Dee

Absolutely the worst weed I’ve ever seen, smell or tasted. I called and asked which batch was the freshest they lied to me. Or maybe it being January 2026 August 2025 is fresh to them. Don’t order go in person idk if that’s better but wasted $100 I was sick! But definitely try One Stage they get batches each week. No mold smell or sitting on shelf and marked down for 4-5 months. Very educated men working in there too.

Kim

I’ve visited a lot of dispensaries in the area, but Higher Tolerance is truly the best. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming and clean. The staff are incredible! So friendly, helpful, and never make you feel rushed or intimidated. Let alone they have the BEST selection around no doubt from my experience. Everything is super high quality, I'm so impressed with this place every time I go. They also have great deals going on always. It's definitely now my go-to spot, I highly recommend you check it out!!

Lexi Donnelly

HT is the place to be!!! If you’re looking for some good smoke I’m telling you goooooo to Higher Tolerance. The environment is super calming and enlightening. Even upon entering you feel a little bit more boujee despite it being in downtown, there’s security at the front that ensures that you stay safe while shopping. All members and people working are friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable in the assistance of finding the best flower, pen, or edible for you. It’s also locally ran and operated with the owners being present more often than not, which gives a more personalized relationship between customers and the business. If you are looking to support a small black owned business that gives you the best quality product ALL of the time go to HT!!!!!! I promise you’ll be smoking on gas⛽️

Janisia Hachicha

Absolutely love higher tolerance! Amazing customer service from the lovely people at the door to the knowledgeable bud tenders! They always have great products and recommendations and the best prices around! Love supporting a black owned business in our area!! Would 10/10 recommend

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Higher Tolerance's hours?
Open 10 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday hours from noon to 5 PM.
Is the shop Black-owned?
Yes, reviewers regularly call out Higher Tolerance as a Black-owned business they enjoy supporting in downtown Albany.
Where is it located?
At 121 S Pearl St in the Downtown neighborhood of Albany, NY 12207.
Will they exchange a product I picked wrong?
Based on customer reviews, the staff has handled exchanges gracefully when shoppers grabbed something that didn't match their preferences.