Empire Cannabis Clubs
About Empire Cannabis Clubs
On 8th Avenue in Chelsea, Empire Cannabis Clubs runs a membership-based cannabis model that's drawn 548 reviews and a 4.2 rating. The setup is different from a typical NYC dispensary. Customers describe it as reminiscent of California or New England cannabis culture, with a 1st-class feel and an extensive product line covering flower, edibles, carts, and more. Reviewers note a short line is common but the wait is worth it once you're inside. The staff is repeatedly called knowledgeable and the strain lineup gets high marks from connoisseurs. Hours run 11 AM to 10 PM on Mondays and Tuesdays, with later closes through the rest of the week, including midnight on Wednesdays. Sundays close at 9 PM. As a cannabis club rather than a traditional dispensary, Empire requires membership rather than a medical card. For Chelsea residents and visitors looking for a curated, social cannabis experience in Manhattan, this spot has carved out its own niche.
- Extensive flower edibles carts
- First-class dispensary feel
- Knowledgeable staff lineup
- Membership-based easy access
Business Details
- Address
- 147 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USA
- Area
- Manhattan, New York
- State
- New York
- Phone
- (347) 899-7348
- Int'l Phone
- +1 347-899-7348
- Website
- order.empirecannabisclubs.com
- Category
- Cannabis store
- Status
- Open
- Google Maps
- View on Google Maps
Opening Hours
- Monday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Thursday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Amenities
Customer Reviews
My favorite dispensary. Do not waste your money at the bud trucks on wheels this is the place to go for real smoke. They have the best THC ice cream I've ever had. Great selection and friendly staff.
I didn't want to share too much because that will ruin the surprise. This is a 1st class dispensary reminiscent of California and New England in its services. There may be a short line when you arrive but it is definitely worth the wait. The line up is full and the staff is incredible. Flower, edibles, carts! They have all the essentials. Shoutout to Culleen at the door for getting us set up and introducing us. Thank you to Christopher for showing us the inventory and giving us opinions and facts on selections. Thank you to Josiah for the friendly check out and care. Great Green! Great Staff!
Love love this place. It is a bit pricey but the products are worth it . Great customer service.
Now as a bit of a cannabis connoisseur myself NYs new legal platform interested me. So I decided to go purchasing from a dispensary since i am a cardholder. As I looked on Google maps i came across Empire and though they arent an actual dispensary it appeared to be similar and interesting since they required no card. What they do require is membership to purchase.. basically a fee on top of whatever the price is. The fee is $15 for a 24 hr or $50 for a month long membership but you get a free $10 preroll ... which is even cheaper than their previous deal of giving $25 discount. Prices go from reasonable to unreasonable to ridiculous after you added the membership ship fee. The flower looked decent in display however my 1/8 was dry and partially crushed when i got it someone even told me too watch for PM based on a pic i posted. If you already in NY itll be cheaper to stay with your connect or join a real dispensary. This place more concerned with over charging than quality in my opinion.The staff was great tho and the flower wasn't bad at all just way too much and i dont mind paying for great weed but not overpaying
I LOVE EMPIRE CANNABIS CLUB! This store opening and me being able to visit and shop for cannabis product like any other store was amazing and a dream fulfilled for a cannabis customer. I was already to apply for the med card and came across an article about Empire. It was a great find. Everyone is knowledgeable, product line is extensive with strains and they have everything from candy to flower to drinks. Everyone is so NICE! I love that you get an escort upon entering the store and browse freely with them as they answer all your questions. All you need is to show id to enter. If you want to buy they have 2 membership options $15 for 24hrs or $50 with $25 discount for a month. If you want a cool, nice spot to venture into the new NYC cannabis world this is a GREAT place to start. You'll buy before you leave. Thank You Empire!
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Empire Cannabis Clubs a regular dispensary?
- No, it operates as a cannabis club requiring membership rather than a medical card. The model is closer to a private club than a retail dispensary.
- Where in Manhattan is it?
- They're at 147 8th Ave in Chelsea, near 17th Street. Easy access from the A, C, E, or 1 trains.
- What are the hours?
- Hours vary by day. Monday and Tuesday run 11 AM to 10 PM, midweek and weekends close later, with Sundays ending at 9 PM.
- What products are available?
- Reviewers mention flower, edibles, carts, and pre-rolls. The selection is described as extensive with multiple strains across categories.