The Botanist Columbus Dispensary
About The Botanist Columbus Dispensary
In the Arena District at 115 Vine St, The Botanist Columbus Dispensary serves the downtown Columbus crowd along with travelers passing through. The 4.5-star average across 813 reviews paints a mostly positive picture: friendly staff, patient explanations, a welcoming and judgment-free space. Budtenders earn name mentions like Meagan, Jillian, and the goth lady reviewers specifically remembered. There's also fair criticism about online-deal mismatches, where a sale price shown on the website didn't match what showed up at checkout. That's a recurring complaint with corporate dispensary websites, and worth knowing before you drive in for a specific deal. Hours stretch impressively long: 8 AM to 10 PM every single day of the week. That's some of the best access in downtown Columbus. For visitors staying in Arena District hotels or locals who work odd shifts, those hours genuinely matter. Verify online deal pricing in-store before paying, and you'll have a smooth Botanist visit.
- Judgment-free atmosphere
- Late nightly hours
- Knowledgeable budtenders
- Downtown convenience
Business Details
- Address
- 115 Vine St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
- Area
- Arena District, Columbus
- State
- Ohio
- Phone
- (614) 924-2155
- Int'l Phone
- +1 614-924-2155
- Website
- shopbotanist.com/locations/columbus-dispensary/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp
- Category
- Cannabis store
- Status
- Open
- Google Maps
- View on Google Maps
Opening Hours
- Monday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Amenities
Customer Reviews
They had an item listed on sale on their website. I ordered it online and drove 20 minutes to go pick it up on my day off. I drove past several other dispensaries that I would have been more than happy to go to but came here expecting a good deal I found online. I get to checkout and they show me a completely different item. I tried to show the budtender what I ordered online but she didn't care at all. Basically told me tough luck and I can get the original items I ordered at full price. I probably won't ever come back here specifcally because of this. There are just too many other dispos to go to in Columbus. Update: I spoke with a gentleman over the phone who claimed they would honor their mistake of the mislisting online. I came back to the store to be told by a manager that this isn't their problem and I should have been able to read the description of the item. I kindly informed her there are tons of people in Columbus who might not be able to read well (poor eyesight, lack of education, etc) or have English as a second language so what about those people. The manager said "Doesn't matter they should be able to read." Highly disappointed in The Botanist for pulling me back and forth. Then ultimately telling me that a problem they created is now my problem. And if I want to order at full price I can.
Amazing experience. Informative and professional! I learned so much, I walked in to learn and I felt welcomed properly! If you are Lucky (Meagan )might be there, she's a 💎 gem, she really stepped forward with her great energy !!! A safe space is here, judgement free and the variety will bring you back ✨️ The whole team has great attitudes and are cool unique individuals 😊
This has been my loyal place since they opened. The actual staff have been helpful and kind. However, they allow their head of security to be rude and very intimidating. This is not the first time with person. I am 63, 5'4" female and don't feel I am threatening at all. I spoke to the manager before I left. Then as I was left and looked into the entrance, there they all were having a good laugh. I think it's time to move on.
The service is always amazing and the sale deals they have are great. I appreciate this place so much and I never have an issue finding a strain that fits my needs due to the great customer service they provide. Highly recommend!!! ****FYI parking is available across in the lot that has the Botanist signs so you don’t have to pay****
Awesome little place! Highly recommend if you’re traveling through the area, the staff is so friendly and helpful and very knowledgeable. I appreciate the lovely goth lady (I didn’t get her name but she was so nice!) helping me pick out my stuff and Jillian I think was the other girls name but she got our stuff together for us and explained everything really thoroughly at check out. Everything was so streamlined and professional and still laid back. 10/10 I will be back if I’m ever in the Columbus area again.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is The Botanist Columbus located?
- At 115 Vine St in the Arena District of downtown Columbus, Ohio.
- What are the hours at The Botanist Columbus?
- Open 8 AM to 10 PM seven days a week.
- Does The Botanist Columbus serve recreational customers?
- Yes, the dispensary is licensed for both Ohio medical patients and adult-use buyers.
- Should I verify online deals in-store?
- Yes. A few reviewers mention online prices not matching in-store checkout, so confirming before paying is wise.