Alternative Remedies

Tim was my budtender when I dropped into Alternative Remedies last week, and of course my stoner-ass is just getting around to writing the review... There are a few things I would like to mention about Tim and my experiences at Alternative Remedies: 1) This neighborhood dispensary has a calm, clean and cozy environment, with lots of educational posters and various helpful informational handouts to provide context for #2. 2) All the budtenders that have helped me with my purchases have been delightfully and scientifically informative, without seeming condescending or overly “bro”-y. As someone who has been to many dispensaries in many states, I have encountered a lot of different types of budtenders, but the ones at Alternative Remedies have left one of the best impressions by providing scientific, thorough and relevant information to my shopping experience. For example, I mentioned that one strain Tim presenter to me smelled like mango! And he got this bright-eyed look and told me all about the terpene “myrcene” that is found in high quantities in mangos (and hops), and of course, certain strains of cannabis. I love shit like this, and sure enough, there was a poster behind me that had even more information about terpenes that I was invited to take a picture of. 3) The products I have purchased have been of excellent quality for the price. Lately, Oregon is notorious for its affordable cannabis, and I have noticed that you often get what you pay for when it comes to “cheap” ounces. Alternative Remedies’ “cheap ounces” are, by far, of superior quality! I was pleased to hear that Tim would let me mix and match strains as well, which seems to be an increasingly rare option when it comes to purchasing flower from dispensaries. 4) I have gotten free shit more than once for asking questions and just being generally observant. This is not a tourist’s dispensary and feels like visiting a better-equipped version of your old weed dealer, so relationships matter. They are generous and true weed aficionados at Alternative Remedies, and for that reason I felt compelled to actually write a review! Thanks again <3

I have found my FOREVER DISPENSARY!! Everyone here was incredibly helpful and kind. I highly recommend this business for anyone who uses marijuana for medical issues, as they are well versed in the different strains and their individual effects for certain ailments. I have MS (Multiple Sclerosis) which comes with too many side effects and pain to even begin to describe. They were able to break down which strain/form would help each separate ailment. Vanessa & Bryan were SO HELPFUL and more than happy to go through the different strains with us. -The CBD strain (Nubia) helps me sleep without the regular pain medication I would have to take -- It relaxes the muscles and fights insomnia. -The transdermal patch is also fantastic as well. You can cut the patch also so the dose is as low as you need. -The Irie CBD Dab Rocks are probably one of the best highs out there- it is something I use to get motivated in the mornings and gives a very different feel than any other CBD strain on the market. -We also purchased some of the Truly Pure Pens & Cartridges. They have several different pens to choose from, but these do always last the longest. The ATF cartridge was primo. Took away the pain while offering a good dose of the giggles. They are bringing the personalized experience to every customer and are not just a 'pot shop' like a lot of the places here. IF YOU WANT A DISPENSARY THAT ACTUALLY CARES ABOUT THEIR CUSTOMERS---THIS IS THE PLACE!!!

The best dispensary I have visited since the advent of dispensaries. A small space but great quality, superior service and a mellow but educated band of "Budtenders." For those on the tall side, beware of the counter area-I have hit my big dumb melon head on the top part of the service window frame 3x-some of us are slow learners. I love this place, great deals, excellent quality and service.

This dispensary doesn't wow you from the outside and it feels a little cramped inside, but they certainly deliver where it matters. I visited today and picked up a 1/2 ounce of their Purple Urkle, which was priced in the premium tier, for $102.00. This included the 15% discount that they have for that tier on Thursdays, but I was still completely blown away. Their premium tier is actually premium as well as I have not seen Purple Urkle flower this beautiful before. Completely covered in trichomes, gorgeous deep purple color, not too dry and smelled like heaven. I used to pay $115.00 for a 1/4 of premium flower at a dispensary I frequented in Beaverton so finding this dispensary was a great surprise. The budtender that helped me was very kind and respectful as well. Great flower, kind and helpful budtenders and amazing prices. 5-star dispensary all the way.