Harvest HOC - Reading

Frustration. That is the feeling I got after leaving the dispensary a second time and getting home to find out that the leaf form was completely dried up. 1st visit was no different except I wanted to give them another chance. Shame on me... I contacted the dispensary about my issue and spoke to the manager who informed me that this has been an ongoing problem and that she suggests I call the manufacturer, 😒 or drive back there to return the product. Why sell the product in the first place if you are aware of the issue. Ironic thing is I could go to Allentown or King of Prussia and purchase the same product and it be fresh.Not going back. Other dispensaries are more than worth the drive.

This dispensary is brand new to the Reading area and has only been open for a little over a month or so. Because of this, they are short staffed with limited hours/days that they're open; they're also limited on the strains & amounts of flower they have on hand, therefore often selling out by the end of the week. With that being said, I've never had to wait more than 5 minutes to be helped when I went in. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. The pharmacist, Stephanie, is very knowledgeable and patient when I have questions. You really wouldn't know that this dispensary isn't fully staffed yet, except for the limited days they are open. If you're in the area and are looking for a bright, clean, friendly, knowledgeable dispensary to get your medicine, I highly recommend Harvest of Reading on 5th Street Highway.

Great spot in the center of Berks County. Clean, welcoming. Short on product because of a very successful opening, but I am glad to have a dispensary so close by now!

This is only the 2nd dispensary I've gone to.. it is the closest one at the moment. I did not like it at all! Atmosphere is way too cold and sterile. I did not feel comfortable at all. My partner was not able to go to back with me. The product is more expensive for less product..I wil not go back..I will drive the extra miles to Bethlehem where everything is soooooo much different.. more comforting. Reading also doesn't have any kind of selection.

First time was good, second time had a horrible experience. I received dried out powder for my "flower" and the employee(not the pharmacist) told me to contact the grower. I explained that I didn't buy it from the grower I bought it from you and use an analogy similar to "if I bought bad wood at this place they wouldn't tell me to contact a timber company to make it right". I tried to explain to her that one of the containers had instructions for calling the grower, but BEFORE I COULD TELL HER IT WASN'T THE BRAND THAT WAS DRIED OUT...SHE SAID: "Well would ya look at that!!!(sarcastically) and HUNG UP ON ME!!! When I tried to call back they didn't answer. I grew in another state and am 200% that bud should have moisture and that countermeasures exist for that express purpose, like, "BOVEDA"(HINT) bags, or simply a humidifier. And I could see if I was belligerent, but I was asking questions and that apparently offended this employee to the point of hanging up.

I love this place. The current staff is extremely friendly and I always feel welcomed when I walk in. While wait times for check out can be slightly long during peak hours, I completely understand that they’re still trying to figure things out and hire new people. Keep up the great work Harvest!

I have given this dispensary more chances than I should have because of the convenient location. I wanted to like them and have them as my main dispensary. A few reasons I find myself disappointed is pricing and ignorant staffing. Recently, I would call in phone orders and ask to verify they had the items requested from their online menu, then when I showed up they would not have half the order in stock and need to substitute. I have tried Mission, Beyond-Hello, Cure, Keystone shops, Terravida, Harvest, and Rise with the service from Harvest on 5th street being the worst experience collectively from all companies I have interacted with since my medical card was issued. The breaking point for me with this company came when I had an issue come up that prompted a supervisor to be involved and Supervisor Darlene left me with a strong enough opinion of the company that I will never be using Harvest again. Luckily Beyond-Hello just opened up a new building in reading so we have options in the area now.

This is considered MEDICATION, how is it possible to sit with a pharmacist of Cannabis and find the right STRAIN IF THEY ARE NEVER CONSISTENT WITH THEIR PRODUCTS???? Some of us have been on OR are on high amounts of MEDICATION WHEN ONE NATURAL PLANT HELPS SO MANY OF THE SYMPTOMS NOT NEEDING TO USE THE MEDICATIONS THAT MAKE YOU DEPENDENT PHYSICALLY AS OFTEN ?? Harvest we are SO GLAD YOUR FINALLY in the area, BUT PLEASE START THINKING ABOUT YOUR CUSTOMERS OR PATIENTS THAT ARE NOT LOOKING TO GET STONED ( I hate that feeling) BUT I HATE BEING IN PAIN WORSE, plus the right strain HELPS PEOPLE WITH ANXIETY AND THEY CAN ACTUALLY GET OUT OF THE HOUSE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN YEARS!! Also, NOT all of us NORMALLY SMOKE 😗💨 CANNABIS, IS IT POSSIBLE TO GROW LOWER STRAINS OF THC w CBD ?? Im NOtT complaining... I just Spent Hundreds of dollars on STRAINS THAT I CANT USE, PLEASE TAKE THIS POST SERIOUSLY, this really helps with so many issues but if you CANT EVER GET THE CANNABIS/MEDICATION THAT WORKS ITS FRUSTRATING..... also, Just an idea, isnt there a way to introduce SMALLER SAMPLES SO WE ARE NOT WAISTING OUR MONEY ON SOMETHING THAT DONT WORK FOR OUR MEDICAL ISSUES .... just a thought/ idea 🤔 , dont get me wrong, Im sure most of us are honestly grateful for your store and its rather new, but when your on every chemical the doctors can give and the strains are not available it leaves many of us still struggling 🥺

Went in to get the grapefruit durban and fruity pebbles og and I must say since there grand opening the selection of flower has gotten alot bigger and better. employees are friendly and the pharmacists on site answer any question you might have. I did buy the terrapin and It was a little dry but I got 4gs in an 8th can so I cant complain, like the last person who left a review. All I am saying is from the good selection of products to the friendly and knowledgable staff Harvest is great and I will be returning very soon.

I’ve been a patient gut over a year and I have visited many dispensaries on the eastern side of the Commonwealth. Harvest (which is the closest dispensary to my house) is by far the worse. I once purchased a gram of an Ilera strain and there was nothing in the container. I called Harvest (and went to the location to show them the empty container) and the manger laughed at me - she wouldn’t believe me. Ilera replaced the product when I wrote to them. I’ll go out of my way NOT purchase from this dispensary.

No bells and whistles. This place just gets straight to the point. They didn't waste the money on making the place look like Day Spa or lounge. I like to get in and out, and this is by far the quickest service I have experienced. The employees are also extremely friendly, approachable, knowledgeable, and down to Earth.

The dispensary is clean. I have been to this location 10 times. Most times, I have not had a problem. Continue to read if you wish to hear why ive rated them so low. Their staff has always been nice. Work at a weed shop, why not? They suggest to call ahead to reserve your items. Their inventory changes at a light-speed rate. My drive is about 25 miles, 35 minutes of driving, give or take. I called ahead twice and "reserved" items. When I got there the items were either incorrect or not there at all. This has happened on two occasions now. The first time I understand, it happens. However considering the very first visit, I recieved a package which the safety seal was broken. Twice Ive had problems getting what I reserved. Thats an hour drive minimum, and both times they said, Sorry we were busy. People are buying medications and selling it. This is why they now have a limit. I hope that helps. The prices are higher than anywhere else by a few dollars. So out of 10 visits, ive had 3 incidents plus a bum cartridge, which the manufacturer did replace. Not without having to go around Harvest, they were no help in the return process. The way I calculated thats a failure rate of 40%. 4 out of 10 trips have been a hassle, expensive and they tried to give me something different than I reserved. Their reserving or calling ahead policy is no good. Im not mad but I wont be returning anytime soon. Hopefully the landslide of recent negative reviews they can use to improve.

If I could give negative 10 stars I would. I have been using this location since they opened. In the beginning they had friendly staff but now it's a cash grab, they don't care about their customers. To add to terrible service and mean front desk trolls, they never lower any prices. It is legalized drug dealing at this point. No one needs 14 grams of flower daily unless they are dealing it, yet the money grabbing company Harvest does everything they can to work around the system and treat people like ATM's and not human beings. Stay far away from this place.

The staff is super friendly and helpful. The dispensary itself is clean and bright. Selection has greatly improved since opening. Great location overall.

Highest prices in PA for same product. Dirtiest of all dispensaries I have visited so far.

over priced

Being a medical patient with severe issues, who MUST smoke daily (this is my only medicine). 14 grams is mandatory for some of us (referring to previous comment). Harvest, you have never let me down & are wonderful! Thank you!! And Wyatt is awesome!!!

These people are amazing like heaven on earth

Product selection was very good.Like the 20% veterans discount.

Love the location and the staff is very knowledgeable. They are extremely helpful and show great customer service.

Very nice inside everyone very helpful and friendly

I got my medical marijuana card in November. I went to the cure in Phoenixville and had an awful experience. I came here and have been coming ever since. Everyone is very kind and helpful. The waits aren't long at all and you are able to call the day of to have medicine held for you to pick up sometime during the day. The only downfall is the prices and discounts provided by other dispensaries are much better. (:

Perfect location 👍 Definitely a great service team. Perfect place to get my medicine.

I appreciate having this dispensary close-by. Friendly, helpful staff from nurse to associates. Popular strains sell out fast but are often quickly replenished. Great.