Lexington, Kentucky, January 16, 2026
The Speakeasy Dispensary has officially opened in Lexington, Kentucky, becoming the second medical cannabis dispensary in the state. Located in the Hamburg area, the dispensary is currently limited to flower product sales, with edibles and topicals expected soon. Embracing a speakeasy theme, it features a horse-themed lobby and a hidden door leading to the sales floor. Enthusiastic patients lined up despite cold temperatures for the grand opening, highlighting the growing demand for medical cannabis in Kentucky.
Lexington, Kentucky – New Medical Cannabis Dispensary Opens Amid Limited Access
Lexington, Kentucky – The Speakeasy Dispensary opened its doors on January 15, 2026, marking the second medical cannabis dispensary in Kentucky. Located in the Hamburg area, the dispensary offers patients with qualifying conditions access to medical cannabis products. However, product availability remains limited, with only flower products currently for sale. Other forms, such as edibles and topicals, are expected to be available in the coming weeks. Patients are not permitted to smoke cannabis; instead, vaporizing is allowed.
The dispensary operates in a former Frisch’s Big Boy restaurant, featuring a horse-themed lobby and a hidden door leading to the sales floor, embracing the speakeasy theme. The opening was met with a large line of customers, some arriving as early as 5 a.m., despite cold temperatures.
The Speakeasy Dispensary is the second dispensary to open in Kentucky, following The Post Dispensary in Beaver Dam, which began operations in December 2025. The state’s medical cannabis program, established under Senate Bill 47, became effective on January 1, 2025, allowing patients with qualifying conditions to legally purchase cannabis products with a medical card. The program has faced challenges in supply and distribution, leading to limited product availability at dispensaries. Governor Andy Beshear has expressed a desire for a faster rollout of the program to better serve patients across the state. As of January 2026, Kentucky has licensed multiple dispensaries, cultivators, and processors, with more expected to open in the near future to meet the growing demand for medical cannabis. Patients are encouraged to check the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program’s official website for the most current information on dispensary locations and product availability.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Speakeasy Dispensary?
The Speakeasy Dispensary is the second medical cannabis dispensary in Kentucky, located in the Hamburg area of Lexington. It opened on January 15, 2026, offering patients with qualifying conditions access to medical cannabis products.
What products are currently available at the Speakeasy Dispensary?
As of the opening, only flower products are available for sale. Other forms, such as edibles and topicals, are expected to be available in the coming weeks. Patients are not permitted to smoke cannabis; instead, vaporizing is allowed.
Where is the Speakeasy Dispensary located?
The dispensary is located in the Hamburg area of Lexington, Kentucky, in a former Frisch’s Big Boy restaurant. The interior features a horse-themed lobby and a hidden door leading to the sales floor, embracing the speakeasy theme.
When did the Speakeasy Dispensary open?
The Speakeasy Dispensary opened its doors on January 15, 2026, marking the second medical cannabis dispensary in Kentucky.
What is the status of Kentucky’s medical cannabis program?
Kentucky’s medical cannabis program, established under Senate Bill 47, became effective on January 1, 2025. The program has faced challenges in supply and distribution, leading to limited product availability at dispensaries. Governor Andy Beshear has expressed a desire for a faster rollout of the program to better serve patients across the state.
Key Features of the Speakeasy Dispensary
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Location | Hamburg area of Lexington, Kentucky, in a former Frisch’s Big Boy restaurant |
| Opening Date | January 15, 2026 |
| Product Availability | Currently, only flower products are available; other forms like edibles and topicals expected soon |
| Patient Access | Open to patients with qualifying conditions; smoking cannabis is prohibited; vaporizing is allowed |
| Interior Theme | Horse-themed lobby with a hidden door leading to the sales floor, embracing the speakeasy theme |
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