Rhode Island Reef
About Rhode Island Reef
At 492 Thames St in Newport, Rhode Island Reef blends a cannabis-adjacent dispensary with a head shop in a small, character-filled space. The 4.6 rating across 125 reviews reflects an experience that leans more boutique than warehouse. Reviewers describe vintage lighters, glass pipes, seashell-shaped bowls, and locally-themed custom apparel alongside the CBD product menu. Nishan, the owner, gets named in multiple posts as the personality behind the shop. Flower mentioned in reviews earns positive notes on flavor and burn quality, with online orders shipping out quickly. The Thames Street address puts it on Newport's historic harbor walk, walking distance from Bowen's Wharf and the downtown restaurant strip. Hours run 11 AM to 6 PM Monday through Friday and Sundays, with Saturday opening earlier at 10 AM. For visitors browsing Newport or locals looking for a smaller, curated stop rather than a large chain, the Thames Street shop fills a specific niche on the island.
- Curated 420-friendly head shop
- Newport harbor walk location
- Custom local-themed apparel
- Fast online order shipping
Business Details
- Address
- 492 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840, USA
- State
- Rhode Island
- Phone
- (401) 213-9661
- Int'l Phone
- +1 401-213-9661
- Website
- rhodeislandreef.com
- Category
- Cannabis store
- Status
- Open
- Google Maps
- View on Google Maps
Opening Hours
- Monday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Amenities
Customer Reviews
Staff is always awesome when I over. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Placing orders online get shipped out quick and always arrive quickly Flower has amazing flavor and burns perfect, relaxing effects would highly recommend
super great selection of pipes, bongs and other bowls. they sell clothes inside too and the vibe is great. Our guy Nishan was super helpful and hooked us up pretty nice with some good deals. definitely recommend
My wife and I recently stopped into Rhode Island Reef, a small dispensary and head shop tucked away with a surprisingly charming setup. The shop itself is clean, well-decorated, and has a unique selection of vintage lighters, glass pipes, and seashell-shaped glass bowls that really give it some personality. It's a cool little spot for those looking for cannabis products and classic smoker accessories in Rhode Island. The customer service was friendly, but not exactly informed. The gentleman working was clearly under the influence, which impacted the overall shopping experience. We were interested in some of the vintage Zippo-style lighters, but he insisted they were butane lighters — even though they were clearly fluid-based. My wife still purchased a brass Zippo-style lighter for $55, thinking it was a rare find. After looking for fuel and extra wicks for the lighter, we unfortunately found the exact same lighter online for less, which was a bit of a letdown. In short, Rhode Island Reef is visually appealing and worth browsing if you're in the area, and definitely try the liquid THC they have!!
Nishan created a fun space full of 420 friendly items. You can get some great CBD products plus a few other varieties of smokables. He's got some custom graphic sweatshirts inspired by the area that are pretty sweet too. Check it out! You won't be disappointed.
Guy inside said they only had one joint for sale that was a 1g pre roll hybrid. I’m not understanding that value this store provides if they are only selling 1 product. Maybe I walked in on the wrong day? But it was empty for a 2pm Saturday. Idk. Guy seemed unwelcoming and didn’t want to say anything unless I asked a bunch of questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Rhode Island Reef sell?
- A mix of CBD products, glass and smoking accessories, vintage lighters, and locally-inspired custom apparel alongside other 420-friendly items.
- Where is the shop located?
- At 492 Thames St in Newport, Rhode Island, on the historic harbor walk near Bowen's Wharf and the downtown restaurant strip.
- What are the hours?
- 11 AM to 6 PM Monday through Friday and Sunday, with Saturday opening earlier at 10 AM.
- Does Rhode Island Reef ship orders?
- Yes. Customers report that online orders ship out quickly, with flower arriving in good condition.