The Forbidden Cannabis

Local dispensaries in Midtown West don’t always stand out, but The Forbidden Cannabis is tucked into a slice of Ninth Avenue most pedestrians breeze past. Walk into the 650 9th Ave #652 storefront between a Thai takeout and a bodega buzzer, and you’ve arrived. Consultation starts with a clean product list and IDs verified at the door—no surprises once you get inside.

A small waiting area leads to quick service, which covers the essentials: eighths and halves, pre-rolls in mixed sizes, cartridges for standard and distillate lovers, and edibles packaged in child-proof tins. Accurate weight measures avoid last-minute surprises on THC totals, and patients note option clarity helps novices navigate options without a steep learning curve. If you’re in the market for concentrates, the glass jars are labeled with potency percentages rather than vague descriptors—useful when you need precision. And yes, you’ll need to ring 212-586-9700 only if capacity caps hit; otherwise the shortest queue has you out in less than ten minutes.

Directions are easiest via subway, or plug the exact address into your maps app at https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c25853db756e55:0x58fe405ae578f543—the pin drops right in front of the entrance.