The best cannabis flower strains from leading brands like Runtz, 5Boro, Good Green, and Back Home Cannabis Co. are now available at Stoops NYC near Union Square.
We’ve put together a list of the 18 picks to try when you’re in the area, including popular sativa, hybrid, and indica strains.
Runtz
Lemon Candy Runtz | Sativa Hybrid
Runtz Ether | Indica
5Boro
Amnesia Haze | Sativa
Forbidden Fruit | Hybrid
Summer Zhootout | Hybrid
Good Green
Apple Cobbler | Hybrid
Sudzz | Indica
Zacks Cake | Hybrid
Back Home Cannabis Co.
Acapulco Gold | Sativa
Super Lemon Haze | Sativa
White Widow | Hybrid
Legacy Indica Strain | Indica
ElectraLeaf
Oreoz | Indica Hybrid
Bubble Gum Gelato | Hybrid
Super Mac | Hybrid
Silly Nice
Diamond-Frosted & Live Resin Infused Flower
Rythm
Honey Zanana | Hybrid
The Soap x Cherry Cheesecake | Hybrid
SlapZ | Hybrid
Cannabis Flower Near Union Square: Top 18 Picks
Runtz
Runtz brings sativa-hybrid strains like Lemon Candy Runtz and relaxing indicas like Runtz Ether to NYC.
These strains are known for their sweet aromas, colorful buds, and a smooth, euphoric high.
Here are top Runtz strains you can grab near Union Square:
Lemon Candy Runtz | Sativa Hybrid
Flavor & Aroma: Bursting with citrusy lemon zest and sweet, candy-like notes, this strain delivers a bright and tangy profile that’s as flavorful as it is potent.
Effects: Balanced between uplifting cerebral energy and light body relaxation, making it perfect for daytime sessions when you want a creative, social, or active boost without heavy sedation.
Best For: Midday adventures, brainstorming sessions, or a weekend hangout with friends.
Runtz Ether | Indica
Flavor & Aroma: A complex mix of earthy undertones and subtle sweet notes, with a smooth finish that pairs well with its deeply relaxing effects.
Effects: Expect full-body calm, gentle euphoria, and a stress-melting high that leans heavily into indica territory—ideal for evenings or days when you need to fully unwind.
Best For: Nighttime relaxation, post-work stress relief, or cozy weekends indoors.
5Boro
5Boro offers classic NYC-rooted strains like Amnesia Haze, Forbidden Fruit, and Summer Zhootout, known for quick onset and balanced effects.
Here are the top 5Boro flower picks:
Amnesia Haze | Sativa
Flavor & Aroma: Classic earthy aroma with subtle pine and citrus notes, offering a clean, authentic taste for those who love traditional cannabis flavors.
Effects: Known for its uplifting and cerebral high, Amnesia Haze brings mental clarity, energy, and creativity while keeping the body light and functional.
Best For: Daytime use, social settings, or creative projects when you want focus without feeling weighed down.
Forbidden Fruit | Hybrid
Flavor & Aroma: A flavorful cross of Cherry Pie and Tangie, combining tropical sweetness with hints of pine and spice.
Effects: Delivers deep physical relaxation while maintaining mental ease, making it perfect for evenings or post-work wind-downs.
Best For: Relaxing nights, stress relief, and anyone who enjoys flavorful, aromatic cannabis.
Summer Zhootout | Hybrid
Flavor & Aroma: Rich earthy undertones with a fresh, natural finish, staying true to classic cannabis character.
Effects: Balanced high with fast onset, providing stress relief and mood elevation without heavy sedation.
Best For: Day-to-night versatility—functional relaxation whenever you need it.
Good Green
With a lineup that includes hybrids like Apple Cobbler and Zacks Cake, Good Green delivers balanced effects and bold flavor.
Here are the most popular strains you’ll find at Stoops NYC.
Apple Cobbler | Hybrid
Flavor & Aroma: Tangy sour apple meets sweet blueberry, grounded by earthy pine and a spicy finish.
Effects: Light euphoria, mental clarity, and a gentle body high perfect for creative or social sessions.
Best For: Daytime or early evening when you want uplifting yet balanced effects.
Sudzz | Indica
Flavor & Aroma: Rich, classic indica aroma with herbal and earthy notes.
Effects: Deep relaxation, stress relief, and a calming body high ideal for nighttime use.
Best For: Evening wind-downs, managing tension, or a quiet night at home.
Zacks Cake | Hybrid
Flavor & Aroma: Sweet, dessert-like notes with earthy undertones for a smooth, flavorful session.
Effects: A well-balanced high offering both mental uplift and physical calm.
Best For: Versatile use—day or night—when you want balance and flavor in a larger quantity.
Back Home Cannabis Co.
Back Home Cannabis Co. brings sun-grown quality to Manhattan with options like Acapulco Gold, Super Lemon Haze, and White Widow.
Here are some of the top strains you can find at Stoops NYC:
Acapulco Gold | Sativa
Aroma & Flavor: Earthy, with roasted chestnut undertones and delicate tea leaf notes.
Effects: Clear-headed calm at 22% THC—ideal for those who want mental clarity and relaxation.
Best For: Evening chill sessions, thoughtful moments.
Super Lemon Haze | Sativa
Aroma & Flavor: Bright, citrusy aroma with a sweet lemon candy twist.
Effects: At 32% THC, this strain is all about creative energy, social vibes, and daytime motivation.
Best For: Morning or afternoon use, creative work, and anyone looking for a lively, citrus-forward sativa.
White Widow Pre-Rolls | 6 Pack | Hybrid
Flavor Profile: Earthy pine layered with herbal spice, rounded out by a subtle floral and blueberry sweetness for a smooth, classic taste.
Effects: A balanced hybrid with uplifted focus, mild body relaxation, and no heavy couchlock. Perfect for daytime or early evening use when you want calm without losing energy.
Best For: Everyday smokers, beginners seeking a mild high, or anyone who loves balanced hybrids.
ElectraLeaf
ElectraLeaf produces premium small-batch flower with strains like Oreoz, Bubble Gum Gelato, and Super Mac.
Order online for pickup at Stoops near Union Square.
Oreoz | Indica Hybrid
Flavor & Aroma: Sweet undertones meet earthy spice, creating a dessert-like aroma that lives up to its name.
Experience: With THC levels often testing above 25%, Oreoz gives you a deeply relaxing, full-body effect with a euphoric mental edge.
Ideal For: Nighttime use, stress relief and sleep support, and indica lovers craving a flavorful, potent high.
Bubble Gum Gelato | Hybrid
Flavor & Aroma: Sweet, candy-like notes blend with creamy gelato flavors, offering a smooth and aromatic experience with every inhale.
Experience: This balanced hybrid delivers uplifting cerebral effects followed by mellow body relaxation. It’s a versatile strain for daytime creativity or evening chill sessions.
Ideal For: Creative projects, social settings, and midday relaxation.
Super Mac | Hybrid
Flavor & Aroma: Gassy, earthy, and pungent with subtle citrus sweetness, Super Mac offers a classic cannabis aroma with a modern twist.
Experience: Known for its balanced high, Super Mac delivers mental clarity alongside a calming body buzz, keeping you relaxed yet functional throughout the day.
Ideal For: Afternoon or evening use, relaxing after work, and balanced hybrid fans.
Silly Nice
Silly Nice, a Harlem-based Black- and Veteran-Owned brand. Their standout product is the Diamond-Frosted & Live Resin Infused Flower. It’s slow-burning and extra potent.
Diamond-Frosted & Live Resin Infused Flower
Potency & Purity: 47.75% THC, 55.47% total cannabinoids
Flavor Complexity: Terpenes like Limonene, Valencene, and Bisabolol deliver tropical fruit sweetness with earthy spice and floral undertones.
Entourage Effect: Minor cannabinoids like CBG, CBN, and CBC layer calm and euphoria for a balanced high.
Slow Burn, Big Flavor: Dense, resin-coated buds deliver smooth smoke and long-lasting sessions.
Ideal For: Experienced cannabis enthusiasts looking for high-potency flower.
RYTHM
Honey Zanana | Hybrid
Flavor & Effects:
Sweet, aromatic flavor with smooth, balanced hybrid effects.
Promotes mental clarity and physical relaxation without heavy sedation.
Perfect For: Daytime creativity, light social sessions, or winding down while staying clear-headed.
The Soap x Cherry Cheesecake | Hybrid
Flavor & Effects:
Sweet cherry and creamy cheesecake blend with earthy undertones.
Produces a balanced, euphoric high that keeps you relaxed yet uplifted.
Perfect For: Evenings at home, low-key hangouts, or flavor-seekers who want rich terpene profiles.
SlapZ | Hybrid
Flavor & Effects:
Earthy, sweet, and herbal notes with smooth smoke and balanced potency.
Delivers uplifting mental energy with relaxing body effects for a versatile hybrid experience.
Perfect For: Social settings, creative work, or weekend adventures when you want balance and flavor.
Cannabis Shopping in the Union Square Area
Operating Hours and Best Times to Visit
Stoops NYC in Flatiron is open 7 days a week:
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
For first-time visitors or those arriving close to closing time, keep in mind that transactions may stop a few minutes before official closing hours.
If you want extra time to browse or chat with our team, try visiting earlier in the evening or mid-morning on weekdays for the most relaxed shopping experience.
Product Selection: What Can You Buy?
The legal cannabis market in New York City is booming. Our menu goes far beyond just flower.
Here’s a list of available cannabis products you can find in the city:
Flower Buds
This is the classic, unadulterated cannabis bud. You’ll find a variety of strains categorized by their dominant effects:
- Indica: Often associated with relaxing, body-high effects, perfect for unwinding.
- Sativa: Known for more uplifting, energetic, and creative effects, great for daytime use.
- Hybrid: A blend of Indica and Sativa characteristics, offering a balanced experience.
Pre-rolls
Ready-to-light joints. No need to grind or roll.
Vape Cartridges
Pre-filled cannabis oil cartridges. They offer a discreet and often more potent way to consume.
Disposable Vapes
All-in-one vape devices that come pre-charged and pre-filled, discarded once the oil runs out. Ideal for on-the-go use.
Edibles
A delicious and discreet way to consume cannabis, often providing a longer-lasting effect. Common forms include:
- Gummies: Perhaps the most popular, coming in various flavors and dosages.
- Chocolates: Rich and decadent, offering a different texture and taste experience.
- Beverages: Cannabis-infused drinks, from sparkling waters to teas.
Concentrates
Highly potent forms of cannabis, typically consumed by dabbing or vaping. These include:
- Wax: A soft, waxy texture.
- Shatter: A brittle, glass-like consistency.
- Oils: Versatile and potent, often used in vape pens or for dabbing.
Tinctures
Liquid cannabis extracts consumed by dropping under the tongue or adding to food/drinks. They offer precise dosing and a discreet consumption method.
Topicals and Creams
Cannabis-infused lotions, balms, and patches applied directly to the skin for localized relief, without psychoactive effects.
Accessories
You’ll also find accessories like rolling papers, grinders, pipes, and sometimes even branded apparel.
CBD Products
Edibles, vapes, flower, and oils, for those seeking the therapeutic benefits of cannabis without the psychoactive effects.
What to Know Before Your Visit
Age: The legal age requirement for purchasing cannabis in New York is 21 and over.
Identification: When you enter a licensed dispensary, you’ll need to present a valid government-issued photo ID. A driver’s license, state ID card, or passport.
Payment options: Cash, debit cards, or Dutchie Pay.
Return and exchange policies: In most licensed cannabis dispensaries, all sales are final. Once you purchase a product, you can’t return it for a refund or exchanged. There might be rare exceptions for defective items.
In-Store Pickup
Your time is valuable. We offer streamlined purchasing options like ordering ahead for in-store pickup.
In-store pickup services are a fantastic way to save time. You can browse our entire product selection from the comfort of your home or on the go using our online menu.
Once you’ve made your choices, you can place your order online, and we’ll prepare it for you. When you arrive, your order is ready.
The benefits of pre-ordering online are clear: you secure your desired products, avoid potential sell-outs, and significantly reduce your time spent in the store.
Why Choose Stoops NYC Dispensary
When you’re looking for a dispensary near Union Square, you want more than just a place to buy cannabis—you want an experience that feels true to New York City. That’s exactly what we’ve built at Stoops NYC, a proud Latinx-owned business in Manhattan’s Flatiron District, just minutes from Union Square.
What Makes Us Unique
We like to think of ourselves as your neighborhood stoop, the kind of place where everyone’s welcome to “come through” and grab what you need.
It’s not just about buying weed; it’s about finding your cannabis home in the city. We’ve poured our hearts into creating a space that combines the best of New York’s community spirit with top-notch cannabis expertise.
Every single item on our shelves has been carefully chosen and tested for quality, potency, and safety.
We’re picky about what we carry because we know you deserve the best.
Our Staff is Here to Help You Shop
What really makes us special is our people. Our friendly, knowledgeable budtenders are cannabis enthusiasts who genuinely care about helping you find what you need.
New to cannabis? They’ll walk you through everything patiently.
Looking for something specific? They know our inventory inside and out. It’s like having a knowledgeable friend guide you through your cannabis shopping.
We’ve worked hard to create a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere where good energy and good people come together over good weed.
Walking Directions from Union Square Park to Stoops NYC
Stoops NYC is only a short walk from Union Square Park. Here’s the simplest route:
Start at Union Square Park – Head northwest on E 17th St toward Union Square West.
Turn Right onto Broadway – Walk about 0.2 miles along Broadway, enjoying the shops and restaurants along the way.
Turn Left onto E 22nd St – After a few blocks, make a left onto East 22nd Street.
Turn Right onto 5th Ave – Walk about 150 feet, and you’ll see Stoops NYC at 182 5th Ave, right across the Flatiron Building.
The walk takes about 7 minutes depending on pace, and you’ll pass plenty of local spots like Bluemercury, J & S Imports, and Flatiron Wine and Spirits along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions about Stoops NYC
Does Stoops NYC Have a Loyalty Program?
You bet!
Our loyalty members get rewards that go toward future purchases, access to special offers, or even early notification about new product drops.
Click here to sign-up to become a loyalty member.
Why Stoops Over a Closer Dispensary?
Stoops NYC was built by native New Yorkers who want to reflect the authentic community energy of stoops, parks, and shared city spaces.
Instead of a transactional feel, we’ve created a welcoming, boutique atmosphere where you can shop comfortably and get real guidance from people who actually know the products.
We also feature NYC-born cannabis brands that locals and tourists love like Silly Nice, 5Boro, and Back Home Cannabis Co.
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