THE DISPENSARY by Taratera is a cannabis shop located on Sala Daeng 1 Alley in Bangkok’s Silom district. It holds the distinction of being among the first cannabis dispensaries to open in Bangkok following Thailand’s decriminalization, establishing itself early in the city’s emerging cannabis retail scene.

Products and Pricing

The shop displays its cannabis in glass jars on the counter and shelves, allowing customers to see and smell the product before purchasing. Flower prices range from THB400 to THB800 per gram, depending on the strain and quality tier. The shop carries both THC and CBD products.

Notable strains include Painkiller, an indica-dominant variety often chosen for its relaxation and pain management properties, and Pineapple Express, a popular sativa-leaning strain known for its uplifting daytime effects. Gorilla Glue (GG) is another staple, a potent hybrid typically recommended for evening use. Both Pineapple Express and Gorilla Glue are typically priced in the mid-range.

Location

Sala Daeng is a prime area in the heart of Bangkok’s Silom business and entertainment district. The shop is a short walk from BTS Sala Daeng station and MRT Si Lom station, making it one of the most transit-accessible dispensaries in the city. The surrounding area includes Patpong Night Market, numerous restaurants and bars, and the embassies and office towers that line Silom Road. Lumphini Park, Bangkok’s most famous urban green space, is also just across the road.

Pioneer Status

As one of Bangkok’s original dispensaries, Taratera has had more time than most to build relationships with suppliers, refine its product selection, and establish a loyal customer base. The shop’s straightforward approach — quality flower displayed openly with transparent pricing — set a template that many later dispensaries followed.