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I am a 100% disabled veteran, wounded in Iraq in 2003. I have severe pain, PTSD and social anxiety just to name a few things. I really didn't know what to expect going here, it's an hour drive for me so it was long. When I got there, nervous as hell, first thing you do is check your temp on a wall mounted thermometer. Being my first time there was a page I had to fill out. Honestly I don't remember a single question (I have a tbi) but I know it was basic stuff and quick. The lady at the front desk was nice. Was a quick 5 min exchange of stuff i.e the paper work and your card n whatnot. The normal. Then they let u in the back. The budtenders are friendly, knowledgeable easy to talk to people and beautiful. All in all it's a awesome dispensary. Def better prices and amount of stock than my previous dispensary in Brookville. The boss gave me a free hat!! I know it's just a hat but Ayr Wellness definitely takes the time to make sure all of its customers are well taken care of.

Everyone always says hello with a smile. Maggie was helpful going through the menu with me.

Meak and his team are awesome people. Always smiling and ready to help!! When I'm having a bad day they make it better!! Thanks everyone keep rocking on!!

I went the other day, and the employee Aden was very kind!

This is my go to dispensary outta the two here in Erie, people are awesome and friendly and also very knowledgeable, they can help you recommend a strain or vape cart for your specific needs the atmosphere is great, I've never had an issue with anyone here at this dispensary I'd recommend this dispensary to everyone they do a great job....thanks and see yah soon!

The staff is always so friendly and helpful! Great products, amazing rewards and discounts.

The staff is always so patient, kind, and helpful! They are always willing to answer my questions and seem knowledgeable about the products.

Kay the Budtender and every employee there were super positive and had a great vibe. Atmosphere is awesome and the deals were great.

I liked the blue dream, the one I didn't like were black maple, not Terpy. friendly awesome staff, you go in the first door to check in, they have a tablet to select your order, they have some accessories and bings available I didn't get a look on pricing. the security guard was friendly, everything is good

The service is spectacular! Quick, easy & efficient! This place is my go to

DJ was very good at guiding me and had a great personality. Thanks DJ...

Rise is my favorite dispencery to go too. The deals are amazing half the time the people are very friendly you walk out feeling like you're part of one big family lol I have to give a huge shout out to (LU) She's very friendly! Her customer service skills are great! She made a comment that had me smiling the rest of the day. She interacts with people very well in my opinion! Thank you for helping me in every way possible when I visited rise! I will definitely recommend rise to anyone!

such anice welcoming place and love what I got from them

Natalie Rae was so wonderful with knowledge and products! I recommend her for new people seeking knowledge!

Twice before while purchasing I had Zack for filling my order. What a knowledgable, kind, professional young man. He reviewed products specific to my questions and symptoms. He even provided multiple web sites and explained full spectrum and products to research with different terpines. I changed dispensaries and now will only go to PGH west, north Fayette. Very pleasant experience and a joy to talk to. Thanks Zack! Pamela.

Staff was very knowledgeable and professional. Great deals for first time customer. Shop was clean and professional looking. I highly recomend!

Cool spot, out of the way and unassuming location. Staff does a good job of meeting you where you are at and helping without pushing aimless sales. It’s the home town shop and it’s comfortable.