DISPENSARY
MEDICAL & RECREATIONAL
The CDC
Portland, OR
4.5(382 reviews)
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382 Reviews of The CDC
4.5(382)
4.5
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4.5
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4.3
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November 13, 2016
I have never been disappointed and continue to find more reasons to keep me coming back. The friendly staff and easy to read layout make this an easy place to revisit and feel confident you will be satisfied with your purchase.
December 2, 2015
I walk in to what looks like a trailer, with three parking spots outside, to a guy behind a counter full of glass who is semi-friendly. He checks me in and tells me to wait a sec the back room is a little crowded. So I watch up on a little monitor to see when it thins out, and make my way to the back room. Once again two semi-friendly employees, helping other customers. I wait my turn while looking at their menu then she asks what my selection is I go with the Mango Kush, it's a hybrid with a decent thc level 20.2%. I purchase a quarter and walk to my car to check it out. I pop open the top and I'm surprised that there is little to no smell, get home and take a picture with my flash, I zoomed in and there's hardly any crystals. So I loaded a bowl and began to medicate and there was literally no taste or cough. Needless to say I will not be returning and I was not satisfied!!
December 3, 2015
What do I think about this places LOCATION?
Well, it's close, convenient, and carries a constantly rotating stock of superb sticky icky icky! Then again, claustrophobia can be crippling with too many customers cars crowding the cramped parking lot...honestly, that's the reason for the 4 star "atmosphere" rating. (just keeping it real, in sure they can't do anything about that, but hey I'm reviewing what i experienced)
I can't recall the door man's name, but the whole process from checking my ID to walking out grinning took little more than 5 minutes, with a line of several other patients/customers in front of me.
While I cannot seem to recall the curly haired young man who checked me in, my actual Bud tender was banned Tyler, and--quite literally--had the answer to every single obscure question I could think to ask, from cbd/thc ratios to upcoming specials and discounts.
Tyler was the real reason I was able to get in, out, and, on my way in the short time it took me... thank you, CDC! You've got a new "loyalty card" holder in me!
August 8, 2017
Friendly and knowledgeable staff, large selection of herb and glass, great rewards deals. I love this place
J. Roller and the whole team at CDC are so friendly and helpful. My go to dispensary in Tigard!!!
September 25, 2020
I loved this place. It was just down the road from my house, the staff was always friendly, the selection was good, and their prices were okay.
Today, bought a cartridge on their recommendation, only to discover about an hour later that it was defective. I returned with my receipt to exchange the cartridge and was told that "because of Covid" they could not exchange or refund me.
I have been told repeatedly at multiple dispensaries to keep my receipt in the event of getting a defective cartridge to exchange them. As recently as last week, a dispensary in N. Portland reminded me when I purchased one.
There is no logical reason why Covid should prevent them from exchanging a defective product. Your inability to get your money back on it should not be passed to your customers.
My household have been regular customers for the last two years, but that ends today. I suggest if you want to support a local dispensary in the Tigard area, you patronize Juan and his crew at the Magic Castle. They know how to take care of their customers. Clearly, whoever is making policy decisions at the CDC dispensary, does not.
June 12, 2016
This is, in fact, the one and only dispensary that I can stomach going to, most are either overpriced or shady. I love it's location...it has to be somewhere one is directed to find, being in a lot w a storage facility; I find that it helps w keeping the volume low enough to combat long lines and waiting times 😁
My VIP dispensary, the CDC.
January 28, 2019
J Roller was awesome! He was super knowledgeable and very friendly. love this place.
June 23, 2016
Lots of variety.
February 9, 2019
I've been going to The CDC for awhile now with my partner who is Deaf. Every time has been an amazingly pleasant experience for the both of us. They Bud Tenders always take their time and don't rush at all. We really appreciate this because I have to translate between the three of us. Today we took some extra time and the guy who helped us was so knowledgeable. We usually go in for oil and we asked for some recommendations for my vape pen. He recommended the Blue Bianca and it has not disappointed at all. The first time we went in we were for sure shocked by the location, but that all fades away during your visit due to the friendly atmosphere. Thanks for being awesome keep it up!
July 21, 2019
This is the only company go too!! They are very consistant and always have the same people so they remember you, excellent Customer Service!! Thank you CDC 😊
October 7, 2017
Their selection is great, and the staff is friendly and quite knowledgeable. I've been going there for years and their rewards program really makes a difference.
September 26, 2016
I frequent this establishment fairly regularly, and usually enjoy the visits. Yesterday, an employee was having an off day and was quite a buzz kill.
October 6, 2016
The only dispensary I've ever visited!
The 4 times I went, the employees were nice, wait times were short, and the marijuana was actual marijuana ....not clumps of cat poop dusted with the crumbs of an artificial Christmas tree. It was pretty good. Effective. But, I don't really enjoy marijuana that much and am no 'bud-snob.'
In fact, I find the effects of THC to be, not relaxing or comforting, but confusing and somewhat frustrating. Room-to-room, for 2 hours, going, "What was I just thinking?" Or, "Why am I holding this apple again?" Or, why is my mind throwing up script ideas for Charles in Charge. This review. Whatever. It kinda scatters the mind is what I'm saying and we all should just stop smoking it right now. I'm not kidding.
April 19, 2016
I decided to give this place a second chance, and they actually stepped their game up. While the parking is still a big issue, the quality of their concentrates was decent. I didn't really look at the flower. Maybe next time. They had a lot of familiar products, and I liked that. The service was great. I could tell my budtender was working hard to be informative and helpful as best he could. The other budtender assisting my friend was also very friendly and funny (he had really curly hair and a cool hat). Atmosphere overall felt a little bit cramped. I felt like I was blocking the display when other people came in to browse. I'm glad I gave you guys a second chance. Cheers!
December 2, 2016
a friend recently recommend this place to me and I'm glad I checked it out! good selection and atmosphere, and Jason gets a big 5 stars!! I will definitely be going back.
February 9, 2017
Friendly staff with nice selection of
buds. Never takes too long to get in and out with exactly what I want
March 17, 2017
if I'd like to know they are open to rec.. thought I received an email saying it was March.. my favorite place, feels like years!!
August 15, 2017
I really enjoy this location because it's close to my apt and has a great selection as well. I really enjoy the daily deals and the staff is very nice to deal with.
October 2, 2015
Very accommodating and friendly staff! Could use a little bit of sprucing up on the inside.
September 10, 2015
Great location, friendly people and good bud
January 26, 2018
This place is a great re-up stop, catering to those in the Washington Square area. Small parking lot and small floor, the staff are helpful and not pushy as they help you get your gear and go on your way quickly. Friendly staff like Dylan are on hand to answer questions and problem solve to ensure the best value for the customer. On a busy day expect a line and not a lot of room to wait, but a well stocked inventory and a low pressure sales environment makes for a reliable and consistent experience for local customers who know what they're looking for.
February 13, 2018
This is my favorite dispensary, (the staff is very friendly, and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this place.
November 28, 2015
Not impressed. Small offices in a Mini-storage facility, the nice but rushed staff, acceptable bud, terrible insufficient parking.
What I can't accept is the 25% higher prices to recreational users. They are not subsidized by the state for medical clients. This is greed pure and simple. I will not be back.