NETA - Northampton (Rec)

Could use arc or two inside the place due to long wait times . They need a line for ppl that know what they want.

Good spot. Great customer service and the menu has expanded, although at times it is limited as is the amounts of whichever item you wish to purchase. Free apples while you wait, and waiting will happen, even using their express line. Overall great quality on the menu and my primary shop.

I've sampled and experienced prerolls, concentrates and flower from NETA first in Northampton, and then I tried Salem's Alternative Therapies flower and their EXTREMELY limited selection of concentrate. I'm so glad my first MASS recreational buy was at NETA, not all dispensaries are created equal! I explained this multiple times today in line, and someone asked me to write a review of my experiences on Leafly. I loved my first NETA budtender and she basically set a high bar, she was originally from Colorado so it was easy to have a conversation versus someone pretending they know a product they are clueless about. I'll drive hours to NETA for the 20% discount on bulk concentrate and the experience, assurance of quality. My next stop was Verilife in Wareham trying to find concentrate NETA does not carry for recreational including live resin, rosin and crumble. I'm posting a combo review here to help others decide where to drive, because many people are driving far distances not knowing exactly what to expect and may be looking for certain products, and I have some comparisons for three of the locations. Best place to order online and pick up the order with a line designated for ONLY reserved purchases is NETA. Really, the overall experience. I promise you will be disappointed if you have experienced other states' recreational and medical dispensaries. NETA is the only dispensary that comes close here. #1 You feel safe, the police are extremely nice and help protect customers not only at dispensary but their is a distinct presence causing less anxiety. #2 Beautiful dispensary with amazing products and NETA's marketing materials are stellar 3# Best budtenders and educational information, also best Website #4 If you do have a medical issue like epilepsy but can't afford a medical card they still can educate you to make the right choice on your own, not medical advice just education #4 You'll love visiting Northampton and the surrounding areas. The people waiting in line at NETA with me were lots elderly in wheelchairs and cancer patients that could not afford the cost of a WEED doctor or Wealthcare. However, the product is still extremely limited at ALL locations if you are looking for a medical solution without a medical card. They reserve high CBD products for medical because they limit products significantly and reserve the best deals and discounts for medical. Verilife is pretty awesome but WAY TOO SMALL, and they allowed news cameras to film inside which many people did not like at all. We did not sign releases or anything. PAX was doing a pretty sweet promo for opening day so if you purchased a PAX era cartridge they gave us an almost free PAX era vape for ONLY $1. They should have advertised this, the wait in line was shorter than all others, 2 hours with preorder for opening day because of the coordination between the police, parking and great shuttle. There were some drug addicts in line which was a little off putting, other locations did not allow intoxication on premises at all. Budtenders and staff at NETA are very well trained, and unlike Verilife, if you order in advance there is a separate pick up line which rarely has a wait when the line goes around the block. I hope Verilife looks to do this in future, since some people just need to pick up and go. Some people need more education, but if you have pre-order capability it does not make sense to not have two lines and make pre-orders behind people taking 20 minutes to decide when there are only two recreational check out lines. Kudos to Wareham for the excellent customer service and security, they do not allow any kind of smoking on the property. Verilife would get a higher rating, up until I got to the budtender and I asked for an Indica dominant hybrid and they suggested Super Silver Haze, a Sativa Hybrid. I pretty much dismissed asking any other questions after hearing another budtender also give misinformation. Many of us in line had more cannabis education than the budtenders. Plus, some of us have traveled and we know what Colorado, California, Oregon and Washington were like from the start. Verilife, for example, sells 5g flower flights with five varieties and this would be great for new recreational users that don't want to choose each one and just want to sample before purchasing larger amounts. NETA has INDICA, SATIVA, and sometimes HYBRID five-pack prerolls selling for $70 for 1gram joints, pretty good deal and highly recommend. Going to Alternative Therapies was the worst of all three experiences currently available. It is in a very sketchy area of Salem with even creepier parking, has longer waits and they are super inefficient and not really friendly at all. Parking is already a problem in Salem. The police presence also did not really care about medical patients and allowed cigarette smoking right in front of the door and in line. It feels like you are entering a prison and they only had four cashiers checking out for recreational and an extremely limited menu. Drive somewhere else, avoid the line and wait. Their flower is okay and not really worth talking about. So I would rate NETA #1 for on point quality and analysis, great flavors, sticky bud and great packaging. They also have a 20% discount if you buy 4+ grams of concentrate. Great products and selection. Other discounts, but you have to check all RECREATIONAL menus for changes daily. I did not feel I had to question the quality. If you are totally new to dispensaries or you are tourist, I still think it is worth it to go to Northampton because the town is beautiful and the security is great, plus great food there. Verilife #2 I loved the PAX promo and actually PAX promo people answered more questions ACCURATELY than any of the Verilife staff, regarding concentrates and vapes. The staff seemed burnt out or improperly educated by noon. I like the prices but not sure about the quality yet though Verilife basically is selling other established and some award winning dispensaries' products. A little worried about safety in line not like NETA because the police in Wareham basically stood at the front of the building talking to each other and unlike in Northampton the police are very UNFRIENDLY. I actually worried about the medical patients at Verilife, some were standing in line and were elderly so luckily I asked them and told them to go directly to the check in person. Many people on my return shuttle were disappointed because Verilife did not issue their ADULT USE menu until today, and they were upset about not being able to buy the 5g Flight Variety flower and bought less overall because we just less choice. Do not confuse medical menus for recreational menus, they are NEVER the same. There were people on my shuttle enjoying Cultivate, I have not been there because their prices are the highest overall, and no one has told me yet their bud was as good as Amsterdam. Some strains from NETA definitely will make you feel you saved on hotel and airfare to AMS. I just hope they open a recreational NETA in Boston. #3 Alternative Therapies I would just say AVOID, who wants to pay 20% tax on an awful experience in a shady place with what seems to be nasty police. Seriously, the Salem police will glare at you, I promise, who wants that? I mean the dispensary put the poor police standing in the rain at the door with barely an awning and I never even saw them get a coffee. They are super disorganized, people cutting each other and arguing, no one watching and I expected to see a brawl during the three hours you may stand out there and they have no warming tents, did not offer umbrellas and literally it was a mistake not leaving the line. They have the worst product packaging! I don't think I will ever tell someone purposefully to go in to Alternative Therapies, unless you want bad service, budtenders with very little social skills and not enough cannabis education. Maybe it is okay if you live there and can throw money away, and don't mind clutching your wallet or purses because several gentleman remarked that someone coud pickpocket you in line and if you had to walk for parking you might get stabbed or robbed.

the place sells dry weed and very rarely have great weed,improvements very nesc.

Very friendly and helpful. Very professional

I love NETA noho... I live closer to a couple dispensaries now, but will still make the over an hour trip because their staff, selection, and experience is way above the other dispensaries.

Had a great experience today when I went in! Had a question about the CBD distillate and the girl helping me was super knowledgeable and friendly! She really took the time to make sure I knew all the answers to the questions I had! Thanks for a great experience!!!

Great staff- helpful, friendly and knowledgeable Great selection- multiple strains available for flower and vape. That’s “‘my world”. I don’t know much about (right now) shatter, wax or edibles, etc. Convenient- about 1 mile off of exit 18 on I-91N. For me, I can get there in about the same time as it would to go to the Brookline location. While Brookline is about 1/2 the distance away, the traffic, parking and hassle of going there makes the ~70 mile drive well worth it. Plus I can hit the Easthampton Antonio’s on the way back. One tip- the APEX ONE vape pen is an all-in-one delivery vehicle. No charging needed. You get about 300mg of pure oil. No PG OR VG fillers. That in itself is a great value. Also, great discounts for new costumers. You can also order ahead via their website.

I've used NETA a few times, and I like their service, and their flower. The dose lozenges are great, they last a long time, and their effect is good. I have used the wishing well tincture too,a nice tasting product, but I really haven't gotten more out of it than just feeling relaxed, but I have only had the hybrid of that, and that may be why. Next time I think I will try an Indica. I also have used the Allay lotion, the extra strength, works great, and relieves my knee pain from arthritis really well. I have also tried the regular strength,It gives some relief, but not much. I would recommend that strength for after you exercise, but the extra strength really better as a short acting very effective pain reliever.

I really don't know how anyone could say this place is not 5 star. I have tried their flower, kief, edibles and oils and it is always top quality. Very professional place. They allow returns for goodness gracious!

Staff seems knowledgeable & friendly. I tried the Dour Tsunami Cataract Kush hybrid & it really helped my arthritic pain.

I went to this location on Tuesday, May 24th and this is the first time I've been to this location. I had an awesome experience. I got there at about 9:45. there were 6 people already there so I was number 7. At 10:00 the guy came out and asked for the first 5 patients. I wasn't surprised to see that everyone there knew exactly what number and what place they were in line. I waited another 5 minutes and was called in. I showed my ID card and license. after a very short confirmation process I went in. the interior was very nice and clean. well lit and I felt a sense of security. I did not wait in line at all and was called right up to the counter. I dealt with Lee and found him to be very knowledgeable and patient as this was my first time visit. Lee helped me pick out a little of everything and freely explained the benefits of each product. I got 2 kinds of flower, wishing well tincture, and some kief. All products were excellent quality I really enjoyed my visit and will definitely be going back.

Great staff. Super nice and personable. Always a pleasure to visit.

I love the Northampton location. The staff is very knowledgeable. There are a couple budtenders that stand out to me. I try to wait for either Tyler or Noah. Both really get it. My brother works in the industry and agrees with a lot of what they have to say. Top Notch. Thanks Guys!

this place was great and has lots of products to offer. Deff will be going here alot and making it a home base for me. keep it up the great work.

I felt so cared about by the staff, who are very knowledgeable. I've had a great experience each time I go here and the products are great. My only slight change I'd like to see would be for the edibles to come down in price, as they have become my favorite items for the discretion factor.

Friendly and very, very helpful.

Great experience!

love it, great friendly staff!

The security outside is terrific. Some better than others but the man in charge is super professional. The line moves well and the service is top notch!!

Love this place. my only complaint is the 1/8 oz limit for recreational use. I puff that in a day, easy.

had a great experience . Hannah served me she made a great impression .. def get her a raise if it works like that.. i know that becuase i remembered her name and i cant remember shit. thank you will def come back . the arcata trainwreck is fire . thank u

Employees are very knowledgeable, courteous, and helpful. I love you atmosphere, the products, and how great I've been taken care of.

This place is unreal, what a cool shop. People are so friendly, way better than what I used to deal with. I got some killer bud called FLO and some called Lee Roy. Got to try some professionally-made wax too good call NETA! See you again soon