Uptown

Currently serving medical patients only

Chicago’s first cannabis operator is also one of the city’s most beloved, featuring a beautifully well-designed space showcasing soothing woods and tasteful sketch art located a short walk from Hopleaf and Chicago Magic Lounge. With recreational sales currently suspended, medical patients are currently being asked to shop only if it is “absolutely essential” and to expect delays due to social distancing requirements. Dispensary 33 typically plays host to the annual Waldos Forever 4/20 festival outside the store, which has been rescheduled for September with the dispensary’s 4/20 festivities moved online -- including the chance to win a “Stoner Starter Kit” on Instagram.

Logan Square

Currently serving medical patients only

Another of Chicago’s best known cannabis operators, this Logan Square hotspot operated by the owners of the local Emporium arcade bar chain is known for its educational events and cannabis markets in addition to an array of standout offerings in a cool loft-style space located near a number of equally cool bars such as Slippery Slope and Emporium Logan Square. With events now on hold and recreational sales suspended, MOCA is currently only open for medical patients and caregivers who place orders online. The store is also offering remote assistance for prospective cannabis patients during the coronavirus crisis.

Brighton Park

Currently serving recreational on weekends only

While there aren’t too many flights taking off from Midway these days, traffic still continues to flow to this Southwest Side operator located less than three miles from the airport. Currently only allowing recreational customers on weekends, Maribis does not offer online ordering but is known for deals and specials regularly posted on Leafly. Yet its lobby is large enough to accommodate a decent number of people in the social distancing age. After picking up your stash, round out the experience with a visit to next-door Leon’s Barbeque (currently open for takeout).

Jefferson Park

Currently serving recreational by appointment only

Operating 33 facilities in 11 states plus Washington DC and Puerto Rico, Columbia Care is a large-scale international operator known for introducing the country’s first legal credit card for cannabis purchases. Located in Jefferson Park near the Gale Street Inn and Jefferson Park Blue Line, admire the store’s sleek black and white minimalist design while you shop for recreational products including French onion soup mix, THC-infused Epsom bath salts, and a potent 28.5% THC Indica known as Mag Landrace.