If you’ve never set foot in a dispensary, the first visit can feel like a big deal. It isn’t — and at Wildflower, it’s designed to feel like the opposite. Here’s the complete walkthrough.
Before you go: what to bring
One thing: a valid government-issued photo ID showing you’re 21 or older. Driver’s license, state ID, or passport all work. Every guest gets carded, every time — it’s Minnesota law, and we take it seriously. If you’re a registered medical cannabis patient, bring your program documentation too for your permanent discount.
When you arrive
You’ll check in at the front with your ID, then step into the shop floor. No clinical vibes, no rush — our stores are built to feel like a place you’d actually want to browse. Products are displayed with menu cards showing THC/CBD levels, terpenes, effects, and pricing, so you can explore at your own pace.
Talking to a specialist (recommended!)
Every Wildflower budtender is a certified cannabis specialist. Tell them what you’re looking for — “something relaxing for movie night,” “I don’t want to smoke anything,” “I haven’t touched cannabis since college” — and they’ll narrow the menu to a few good options. There are no dumb questions, and nobody will upsell you.
How to pay
- Cash — no fees
- Debit card — works like a cashless ATM ($2.75 processing fee; totals round up to the nearest $5 with change given in cash)
- ACH — available in-store, online, and on mobile orders
- Wildflower gift cards — redeemable at any location
Pro tips for your first run
- Skip the line: order online ahead of time and pick up in store.
- Get paid for it: download the Wildflower app before you visit — your first purchase starts earning rewards points immediately.
- Start low, go slow: especially with edibles, which can take 30–90 minutes to kick in.
- Don’t drive impaired: operating a vehicle under the influence of cannabis is illegal in Minnesota.
Come say hi
We have three Twin Cities locations — North Loop, Northeast Minneapolis, and Bloomington — all open seven days a week. Your first visit will take about ten minutes, and you’ll wonder why you were ever nervous.