Ponderosa Dispensary - Tempe/Mesa

I should have written this review before smoking because my budtenders' names are now lost in time. But I can say that as early as I was there (with a price miscommunication between leafly.com and Ponderosa), both were much more patient and kind than one might expect from folks so early in the day, haha. But they were fun, kind, friendly. I added some flower in addition to my vape purchase and (it's coming to me now) Randa(?) really knew their stuff in terms of effects one might expect from what strain and so on. This is the second company (at least in name) that I've patronized in that space and everyone's always made it a great experience. I was going there when I lived in Mesa and I'm still happy to pop in when I'm in the valley up from Casa Grande. Thank you all for making this anxious nugget feel relaxed in your space, every time. -Tony

went in yesterday 10/17/2025 and I purchased peak flower grease lightning and its harvest date was from 1/20/2025. 9 month old herb that tasted like crap.

Since the takeover by Keys, the Flower deals have not been that great. I used to shop here once a week, now I barely check the deals.

Great area, easily accessible. Awesome place to go if you don't want to feel rushed. Matthew was outstanding. Will definitely be back in.