When Woody Harrelson and Bill Maher set out to open a cannabis dispensary together, the result was never going to be ordinary. Two of Hollywood's most outspoken cannabis advocates, both with decades of personal and professional investment in the plant's normalization, The Woods is as much a statement as it is a store.
Open since 2021, The Woods quickly became one of the most talked-about cannabis destinations in the country — not just for who founded it, but for what it actually is. Walk through the doors and you're not greeted by stark retail shelving and fluorescent lights. You're welcomed into a lush, living environment that feels more like a private garden than a place of commerce.
The Experience
The centerpiece of The Woods is its consumption lounge — one of the first and finest in California. Guests who purchase can stay, sit, and consume in a space designed for exactly that purpose. The garden features a serene koi pond, resident parrots that have become something of mascots, and open-air seating that makes the whole experience feel unhurried and intentional.
It's a deliberate contrast to the transactional nature of most retail cannabis — and it works. The Woods has built a loyal following not just among locals but among visitors to Los Angeles who make it a specific destination.
"We wanted to create a place where people could actually enjoy the plant the way it deserves to be enjoyed — not rushed out the door."
The Product
The selection at The Woods reflects the same philosophy as the space itself — curated, considered, and unapologetically premium. The focus is on sun-grown California cannabis, sourced from producers who share the founders' commitment to quality. Flower, concentrates, edibles and accessories are all presented with the same care you'd expect from a high-end retailer in any other category.
Staff are knowledgeable and unhurried, happy to walk first-timers through the selection or dive deep with connoisseurs. The experience is accessible without being dumbed down.
Getting There
The Woods WeHo is located at 8271 Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood, California. Delivery is available throughout the greater Los Angeles area. The store is open daily from 9am to 10pm and welcomes adults 21 and over with valid ID.