Once upon a time there was a girl. She was born in Chicago, Northwestern Hospital to be exact to a…read morewoman named Becky. Becky named that girl Pure Pure Light (See translation here: millennialWAtts.wordpress.com). That girl went on into the world alone, after her mother was slain by the mean gargoyle named Hairowwin, finding herself among the wicked willyums. The willyums took her identity under the direction of samyouwell (the cloaked murderer whom collects the souls of young orphans to feed a machine that makes pixie dust for fairy godmothers). Not understanding the task they were conditioned to follow at all costs due to their inability to read the newspaper that said that the activity of snatching the identities of young orphaned souls was now frowned upon, the willyums continued their devouring of the spirit of the girl until she became no one and everyone at the same darn time. Hi, Welcome! My name is Sandra Coin and I am a writer, scribe and philosopher who's really good at writing things off the cuff in real time about stuff that no one else is thinking. I went to Rise Dispensaries in Joliet and let me tell you how this happened. I entered the town of Joliet after several run ins with very bad guys of no integrity kicking my ass and kicking me out for no other reason than me being strongly happy in my education, religion and personality. I was told I was stupid for thinking that love conquers all. I was told that I was dumb for praying to God daily. I was told to leave my shelter simply because I chose to wear underwear on the porch. Well, I got to Joliet for shelter through a service that is supposed to help women like me and that is how Rise and I met up. I never really took the Pace bus for anything besides going to see a boy I met ...so I thought, why don't I take the Pace bus to meet some people who knows about weed and gives me a receipt for my purchase? I have nothing but receipts to represent my activity and day to day...I trust that I will be fairly treated as a consumer and citizen so I continue to patronize cannabis stores for the engagement and safe keeping. Well let's start on convenience. After being told the specific route on the bus through google, I then got on to notice that the bus gives no announcement about where tf youre at. Being new to this town, I don't really know my surroundings to truly know where I am, so an announcement of stops would be helpful. So, I missed the stop before and got off sooner the next time and then the third time, I stood near the driver and inquired about where to go. The driver was very helpful, so I appreciate that. When I arrived at my stop near the Mcdonald's, I noticed that Wendy's was near my destination through another peek at google and thought "dang, I should have eaten a jr. bacon cheeseburger instead of this McDouble"...I sighed, got up and crossed the intersection to get to Rise. Once I got inside. I was warmly greeted at the entrance where a security guard was patrolling and smiling cashier was servicing. After she received my identification, I went inside to order from the kiosk. I declined the help since I am familiar with the process at other dispensaries and order a hybrid popcorn flower which was divine. I partake in cannabis because I'm a loner...and then I partake in cannabis because I'm a friend zoner. Nothing is better than knowing how to relax your mental while suppressing thoughts of abandonment and worry. if you'd like to hear more of the story that accompanies the intro, please checkout the hashtag "sandracoinent" on Linkedin for semi-real-time updates. CIAO!

Super helpful & go out of their way to get the right product just for you. Great values huge…read moreselection

I hadn't used marijuana or thc products in over 20 years, and I came in looking for help. Every…read moresingle person in this place is super chill and friendly and enthusiastic about helping people. I learned a lot, and each time I come in I learn more and every person working has been very supportive and welcoming.

As always greeted by the happiest people and receive great service. Thank you…read more Alex and Koda super helpful !

Stopped in the Rise Naperville location and Miguel was amazing. He has the BEST customer service…read more It is so awesome to have associates who care about their customers and work hard to help. Stop in and ask for him you won't be disappointed

Great staff// they have great retention of employees lately and the men and women working there…read moreknow their stuff-- long time patient giving props to the staff- kids working today were soo nice and helpful-- happy to come here and see smiling faces Happy holidays staff and keep on Smokin!'

This business keeps negative notes on their customers profiles based on how they "feel" your…read moreinteraction with them is. Once we met a employee here welcoming my girlfriend and I to check out the free stickers, we used to go all the time.. then the next time we went a guy busted out the door and called out my girl by her name saying she's on camera and she can't go lookin for free stuff. The next time we go, I kid you not, the manager busted through a door when we were there and straight up told us there was a note against us. Just over a free sticker. We told him we know already, and we're disgusted to hear they have notes like 'write ups' on their customers. The manager apologizes that he brought it up and gives us a free pre roll for harassing us again. ( BUT was the note ever deleted?) next time we go in the original employee who yelled at us greets us at the door and tells us that because my id has a little damage that he's going to "start giving us a harder time " about it... We get checked in and the dude holds my ID at the register. He raises his arm with my ID in the air... I say dude I got another ID in perfect condition just use this one. Dude takes both my id... holding them both from me without my consent, OK This guy is not law enforcement. He cannot detain my iDs without my consent. And he calls over his manager. The same manager who gave us a pre roll before.. I say ' hey he's now got 2 forms of my identification and he's bugging you now.. can I please just buy something now .?" And the manager says ooh sure! And as I'm handing over my cash the manager whispers to our cashier " talk to me in the office once your done here" So then 4 days later I go to send my girlfriend in for a new purchase and they tell her that she's BANNED. And I'm BANNED to. when the employee had BOTH my ID in HIS raised arm and the manager is Busting out the door a second time towards us, apparently his first thoughts was to bann us both because he "felt I raised my voice" in this situation.. When I literally said " can I please just buy something now?" Pretty much right off the bat. My girlfriend, realizing that she's now banned for no reason, calls aura light and they put the manager on the phone. she says, "what did I do?" And he emails her an attachment with vague descriptions saying Harassment, harassment.. (no real explanation) from random days were we looked or were reminded to not look... for Free stickers. All we ever did was get yelled at for looking for Free stickers, that advertise Their brands. We were totally into Aura light.. but watch them, they don't treat you like a guest. They may apologize to your face and distract you with a preroll gift but their notes and their ability to Bann you 4 days later still remains. Try Market 96, friends.

Facility is clean, staff is friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. This place is family owned and…read morelocal. Support small!

PLANET OF THE VAPES…read more This Bolingbrook dispensary has solid products, good prices, and nice vibes. I've been coming to Ivy Hall since they first opened back in June 2023.  You can find them on Route 53 & Lily Cache Ln in the space formerly occupied by Golden Chopsticks (a beloved Chinese restaurant). The staff here are friendly and knowledgeable.   Placing an order online is fastest, but you can also browse in-store via large touchscreens.  They've got glassware and other accessories on shelves gently illuminated by pink neon signs.  My wife said she really liked the energy here, and she's very perceptive at picking up on vibes. Depending on the week, I'll usually pick up a 1/2 gram cart with fun terpenes; Fernway is my favorite brand and their "white widow" hybrid is pretty terrific.  In the past, I've also purchased a pre-roll 2pk and 7g of flower (a 'quad', IFKYK) at very fair prices. It's definitely worth signing up for their points system - I once spun their prize wheel at the Taste of Bolingbrook and won $15 worth of store credit!  They also have new customer deals, end-of-month sales, and seasonal promotions so there's always an opportunity to save $$. * TL;DR * Ivy Hall stocks a wide variety of things that can send you to outer space. They have a generous rewards program and a vast selection of items, from edibles to bulk flower, vape cartridges and tinctures.  I've always been able to find something suitable, whether it's chill nighttime indica for the wifey, or an energetic daytime sativa for yours truly. I HIGH-ly recommend Ivy Hall for all your joking, toking, and midnight smoking needs.

Coming back for a second review because I had to get pictures of how cool this dispo is. A whole…read morevibe! I always have a great experience here. Ambiance is 10/10, music is always a hit, and their deals are better than any other dispo I've been to

My go to dispensary. I've been coming here for a while and I love that you can stack discounts. The…read moreworkers are friendly and definitely remember faces.

Horrible customer service... old lady with dark hair threw my product all around, didn't even…read morepresent the product to me before sale. Then got mad because I asked for a bag???Didn't want to walk out of store with cannabis items in hand non discrete. . Had an attitude the whole time. if you're spending your money, spend it with people that actually treat you with respect.

Great customer service. One big problem ( at least for me ) the sleep gummies I was purchasing are…read morejust too expensive. Like the store but I'm priced out. Won't be able to come back. Good luck to all.

Good discounts, cute Speakeasy feel, nice customer service and an easy order electronic computer…read morescreen. It can be intimidating going into a Dispensary but they are all so nice and make you feel at ease: the woman greeting customers explained how everything worked so it wasn't overwhelming. Easy parking, I went when early in the morning on a Saturday and there was only one other person shopping.

As a medical card holder the selection is horrible at Rock Creek mostly Rhythm products which I…read morewill not purchase again. Due to the fact that if you buy any Rhythm product over 3.5 grams half is garbage they call buds the size of canned peas and then sell it as premium flower. No craft cannabis just the large brands. I used to shop here regularly I get better deals better flower and a better customer rewards program from Ivy Hall in bolingbrook

I started in 2018 with 3C in Naperville and stayed when they switched to RISE medical AND REC. I…read moremoved and now the Joliet location is easier- less of a selection. A few weeks ago I got an email from Rise, that I found to be AWFUL to send out, ESPECIALLY to MEDICAL PATIENTS. They are supporting rec users become MEDICAL, they will have access to OUR ALREADY LIMITED MED INVENTORY. MANY OTHER REASONS. It's being PROMOTED in the store when you walk in- One of the reasons the sign states compares MED taxes vs REC taxes. It was at 12:26 on 4/30- TODAY. Today a woman walked fast to get inside before me, I didn't care. She got in the REC line- She is NOT a medical patients. She is a recreational cannabis user not being used as medication your doctors want you to try or take. The guy was rude and not helpful at all about my capsule questions and was just rushing. As I walked away I saw the REC lady walk right up to him, the MEDICAL PATIENT said something about it, I did not hear what she said, but she said something. The REC lady said no I've been waiting, it was about 3 minutes. THE EMPLOYEE SAID- YEAH SHE'S BEEN WAITING LONGER. THAT'S NOT THE POINT OF A MEDICAL LINE OR MEDICAL CANNABIS. To SELL MORE, you're PROMOTING people WITHOUT THE HEALTH NEEDS FOR IT TO get a MEDICAL CARD for savings and to dip into your SMALL POT OF MED INVENTORY AS IS. I've since I received that email, switched to CURALEAF in NEW LENOX- They are VERY helpful, never rush, DO NOT treat MEDICAL patients differently, and many other things but I'm tiring of typing. **I've only. been there if I NEED a product they DON'T have. 2018-2026 I've used 3C and then RISE. I am super disappointed as a med patient- I jumped through hoops to get my medical card and my doctor and that process is very expensive, and obviously insurance does not cover a dime. Fingerprints, mini photo, background check ETC. I'll never return UNLESS I can't find a product I need ANYWHERE else. Rise Joliet is really getting bad. The Naperville location was no where near as bad as this location. Try again. But you did lose a patient TODAY that has supported RISE since 2018-2026. Good Luck!