Posted August 16, 2010

I have worked with Greenway as a vendor almost every week for over 3 years. I have watched thousands of customers going through security and purchasing their medicine. I have never seen any of the staff being rude or unfriendly to even the most obnoxious customers. They are alwasy friendly, helpful, and well informed. There selection is better then I have seen at any of the dozens of clubs I have visited in the bay area. They have lots of Keifs, hashes, edibles, and usually about 30 + kinds of indoor and outdoor ranging from $30 to $60 including the 9% county sales tax. I have been to lots of clubs in the bay area, and while some look very professional, the staffs are often strung out, or don't know what they are talking about. From a vendor prospective, these guys have always treated me very well. While they do take a while to pay sometimes, I have never had them waste my time, cheat me, or lie to me about pay outs. The bottom line is, if you want a club with 30 kinds on the shelf, and you want to put large quantities of your product on consignment, it's going to take a while for them to dispense it all. If you'e in a hurry I suggest you take it somewhere else. While I have no particular loyalty to this club, of all I have been to, it's my favorite to do business with and I see lots of very happy customers.

Posted July 31, 2010

I cannot believe how down hill this club has GONE. The medicine is less weight than it says. It is very dry and really doesn't get you pain free.On the pre rolleds they use to have twice as much medicine in them now they are less than half the size they were. It is totally a waste to buy as you are being ripped off. I would have rather they left the prerolleds the way they were and maybe raised the price a bit, but now its a total rip off. I will give them a chance to make it right otherwise me and my money and will be driving back to Berkeley for my medicine. Word of mouth can really bite you on the butt. Please fix the problems before you go under as you are very nice people and I use to really enjoy coming in and visiting.Thanks

Posted July 26, 2010

I would never leave meds on consignment. It's not that I don't trust them, it's just bad business. So I have never even walked in the store although I have spoken to them on the phone. They didn't give me a good feeling.

Posted June 22, 2010

This is just a follow up. I do want to let everyone know how Greenway operates. First off, I have been a vendor in the Bay Area since 1996. I have done everything from managing clubs to being a co-owner of one. I thought that I had seen it all, but it is clear to me now that this place not only sells inferior product, but they also are very unprofessional and downright despicable! When I came to vend my product, I noticed an old man (maybe in his sixties) come in and slam the product that he had just purchased on the counter, stating that it was, and I quote"toxic and horrible". I should have taken that as a hint. I had a meeting with the head buyer and he and others went through each elbow checking it carefully, then saying, "This is quality stuff". "We will take it all on consignment". I then left and after 3 months they call me back to say that they had a payment for me and to come pick it up.

I went ahead and drove down and when we got there, I found out that they had lied to me on the phone and that they were not planning on paying me what they owed me at all. What they did was lie right to my face again by stating that what I gave them had Powder mildew. This is after they went through it thoroughly, bought it, and sat on it for three months. I have never, ever had that complaint in over 20 years of growing. So when I get there to pick up this payment which I have been waiting for, they give me back the remainder of what they said was mine and told me that it was afflicted. If it was so bad then why did they jump at the chance to buy it? I have never been treated so poorly in 20 years.I don't know what happened to this place, but I can tell you that these people have no clue what they are doing! They buy low and sell high, they take donations and turn around and sell them. They take samples of my concentrate that's meant for the customers to try and keep it for themselves.

Prop 215 is meant for people who are sick to get the medication that they need. This place is just like most other dispensaries in that they are out to make money off the backs of those who are trying to help (growers) or the people who are sick (patients). Bottom line, I would strongly advise anyone who is thinking about going to Greenway to get their meds to go somewhere else! When you enter you are treated like a felon and for that you get to pay the most exorbitant prices in the state for some of the lowest grade meds! They claim that it's the law that we must give up our cell at the front desk, but anyone who has been to any other club knows this to be false. Take a look at this comment board.. For every one good comment, there are 10 negative ones. Coincidence, I think not! I'm even betting that the good comments that are there are posted by people who are affiliated with the place, so don't be fooled. In summation, this place sets a bad example! I strongly recommend to go anywhere else but there! If I could give no stars I would. This place is an abomination filled with a bunch of money grubbing people who don't give a flip about anyone or anything but themselves! Thank you for listening and thank god for sites like this so that people can garner the truth before going to a place like this!

Aloha and MaHalo

Posted June 19, 2010

Too bad they ruin all their nice pot by packaging it in those plastic containers. It is the reason people complain about the quality in my opinion. It reduces everything they have to the same low grade stuff by drawing all the cannabinoids in to the plastic, in a surprisingly short time. They refuse to change if you mention it. It makes me sick to see someone ruin all that nice stuff that way, but obviously they have not noticed the difference in their own medication.

It can't be the price or availability of glass containers, after all, peanut butter and things like baby food that are fairly cheap come in glass containers that are probably easy to find. They should be able to afford a non destructive way of packaging for the amount they charge there.

They are very nice people but it doesn't make up for poor quality, especially when it came in better. Phooey on the testing. Change the package.

Posted June 8, 2010

Greenway has reduced their prices starting this week. Clones are coming soon, and we should be open on Sundays very soon, too. Everything is being Lab tested. Santa Cruz has the strictest ordinance in the state. We apologize if you have to get wanded with a metal detector, and no phones can be used on the property, but that’s the law for Santa Cruz. Have a “current” DL or ID, that’s to abide by the Attorney General guidelines. As for vendors, we do our best, but sometimes things get missed.

If anyone has a bad experience come see me, Just ask for Scott. I will do whatever I can to help.

Posted June 7, 2010

I really don't understand the hate. Today was my first time in the club and I felt like I was a celebrity just walking in. The security was so nice and helpful, they made me feel so welcome and comfortable. Additionaly, the girl behind the counter helped me decide what strains would be best for me based on my specific needs. Yes it is pricey, but they have a great selection. Honestly, the shop was really nice and the staff were great!

Posted June 2, 2010

As the person stated below, I am also a customer and a vendor. I have been waiting well over three months for the rest of my payments. This is considerably longer than I was quoted. I have placed many calls to not only the head buyer but also the head of security and the owner. I used to be treated with respect here, but lately see that they seem to be not too interested in talking with me. I bring very good organics to the club and put it on consignment. I have noticed that it has been gone for quite a while and I still have not been paid? I am sorry, it's just not the same. There is kind of a bad taste in my mouth on this one.

Posted June 2, 2010

As the person stated below, I am also a customer and a vendor. I have been waiting well over three months for the rest of my payments. This is considerably longer than I was quoted. I have placed many calls to not only the head buyer but also the head of security and the owner. I used to be treated with respect here, but lately see that they seem to be not too interested in talking with me. I bring very good organics to the club and put it on consignment. I have noticed that it has been gone for quite a while and I still have not been paid? I am sorry, it's just not the same. There is kind of a bad taste in my mouth on this one.

Posted May 13, 2010

This place gets zero stars. Santa Cruz grows some great cannabis... Greenway is not the place to get it. I bought an overpriced gram of C4 (a favorite strain of mine) while waiting as a vendor. Poor quality medicine, and it seemed old, commercial and bland.

If you are a vendor, never sell to this place!! It took a month beyond my original paydate to get all my money, and when my final date came, the purchaser I had worked with the entire time didn't have the guts to show up! I was just going to give him a piece of my mind but since I couldn't I'm posing it here. Completely unprofessional!

I will say the budtenders are nice people, but that is the only thing this place has going for them. As mentioned before the security is a bunch of rude goons. Many of their strains seem to be made up and the top shelf selections are piss poor! I mean paying for a gram of boring Salmon Creek Big Bud is a travesty. To Greenway staff... get it together or get out of town!!!

Posted May 9, 2010

I went there and have to say "Way over priced"!

Posted May 1, 2010

Incredibly rude security guy made the experience slightly less fun than getting a cavity search when entering prison. The medicine is too expensive.

Posted April 27, 2010

I used to really like this place, but that was before there were quality clubs in the San Jose area. They have discontinued their discount for disabled patients. The entire staff was grumpy last time I went there. Selection was greatly reduced. I won't bother to make the trip over the hill for my medication anymore.

Posted April 19, 2010

This place is awesome. The people there are helpful, knowledgeable, and very pleasant. Usually pretty funny people, too. I went in there and they were very welcoming and unassuming. Their stuff is great, and they have a lot of options. They have stuff for people with a budget, too. That being said, it is the first walk-in dispensary I've been to and I haven't been a card-holder for very long.

Posted March 11, 2010

Can I give no stars? This place is terrible. I'd never recommend it. I've been to lots and lots of clubs and this place has the harshest meds and I happen to know for a fact that they knowingly buy moldy medicine and trim it up and sell to public. I heard this direct from their product manger. I think their edibles are ok but the medicine is awful, toxic, and tastes like chemicals. Green way does have stress if your looking for it. Avoid Greenway, their medicine is trash. They charge taxes as well and they treat you like a terror suspect at an air port, not very friendly. I can't stress how toxic their medicine is. It can make your lungs quite ill, I know from experience.

Posted March 6, 2010

Have shopped here almost 2.5 years. Coco capsules that I rely upon for pain/sleep are inconsistent in strength. Just overpaid $65 for #30 count and find that the THC did not make its way into the coconut oil. Not only was I overcharged, there is so little THC in these expensive capsules that they have no effect. Took 2 on an empty stomach and waited 3 hours = no effect. Repeated next night and waited 4 hours = no effect = $65 bucks for nothing. I have cancer and dislike Ambien and other sleep meds due to side effects etc.
So very disappointed and I feel so silly having put my health in alternative "medicine."

Posted February 13, 2010

So the only important thing I can say is:
This place has no mercy, they should be relocated to L.A. because they operate the same down there. It's all about the organics, baby, not mediocre hydro and outdoor!!! Doesn't even deserve a whole star! The sad thing is: I used to go to this location every day. Sorry Greenway Uncompassionate!

Posted February 4, 2010

Dang, where can I even start. Well first off I knew before I even went to this shop that they were sketchy because a guy I used to play ball with is a vendor who donated 335 pre-rolled joints (made from his small budlettes and trim) to this club in order to provide severely sick and low-income patients with "free medicine". They thanked him and agreed. He walks in a week or so later to find them on sale for $10 a piece. He asked to speak with the manager about this and after a small argument was told that their "buisness decisions" were none of his business and was asked to leave.

I don't grow myself and went in their yesterday to purchase some high grade meds. Sign up was friendly but their security guard wasn't very knowledgable on the current medical marijuana laws and I can see how alot of people probably get turned away when they shouldn't be. I went inside and to my surprise all their good meds were $65-$75 an 8th. I got some Silver Erkle (Super Silver Haze x Purple Erkle) for $65 that was pretty chronic, but not what you would get in SF or OAK for the same price. I would say it is worth $45-$50. Do not visit this club. Mediocre customer service and overpriced good (not the best) medicine.

Posted January 29, 2010

The security guards at Greenway are always friendly and efficient. Parking is always easy and there is little waiting. However, I am a bit disappointed in the bud tenders. I am on social security disability and cannabis therapy is new to me, and coupled with my natural shyness, it is really embarrassing to purchase product. I am ill and no longer pretty, and I have a hard time getting waited on by the bud tenders. The capsules that I rely on for sleep and pain relief come in 15 or 30 count. The small bottle is significantly more expensive and the bud tender would not combine two small bottles to save me some dollars, nor would he offer me a discount due to my social security disability. I'm not purchasing to "get high" so I am a tad saddened and humiliated by the experience. Maybe next time will be better.

Posted January 15, 2010

This is a very professional, safe, and caring company. They have a wonderful selection and a very informative staff. The prices are high, but the quality is great!

Posted December 29, 2009

I have been a Medical Marijuana Patient for eight years. I have been to dispensories up and down the State of California - and have had the most wonderful experiences - but this place "Greenway" should be put out of business. What a huge rip off.

I went there in late November with my newly updated prescription, from the same doctor I have always used, and my Medical Marijuana ID Card that was good until December 16, 2009 - which legally is still valid for 30 days past 12/16/09 - but the kid "security" guard tried to tell me that I wasn't legal with Greenway or the Cops and then proceeded to take both my license and my ID Card into the back to show, I presume, his Mother, who own's the place. He came back out and said "O.K., you're legal for today" and then proceeded to "Wand" me with a metal detector.

Are these people kidding? The I.D. card is voluntary. All I need to enter is my Prescription and my Drivers License. I told that youngster to give me back my license and ID card and that I would NEVER give money to these ignorant, uninformed and incompassionate "see your pot dollars at work with our fancy glass packaging and huge entrance wanding area" freaks.

This place sucks.

Posted December 26, 2009

The security is tight but it's justified in my opinion to safeguard the business, it's staff and customers. I have no problem with bringing someone in to wait in the lobby for me rather than in the car. I have been going there for more than a year and have found the staff to be friendly and helpful.They know the kind of medication I prefer and have made great recommendations. Important to note that anyone on medical disability can get a discount. Every little bit helps when you're income has been cut due to illness. I'm recovering from stage 3 cancer. Would highly recommend Greenway based on their products and their staff.

Posted November 15, 2009

Hello.

I am the Security Director for Greenway Compassionate Relief Inc. in Santa Cruz. If you have a complaint about the service or procedures of Greenway feel free to send me an email. I would be happy to settle any disputes or problems with service. I cannot by the City ordinance comment on price or product via the phone or email, but if you have had a negative experience at our club I would like the opportunity to correct the problem. Our primary responsibility is to our patients.

Thank you
Scott

Posted October 10, 2009

I was very surprised at the prices for an 1/8, $60.00, for the good meds. Those are San Francisco prices. I can get better for $45.00 in Oakland. They also frisked me with a metal detector, and this is santa cruz, not gangster town. The parking absolutly sucked. I was told that the person in the car with me either had to come inside or park elsewhere. They also wanted to see what was inside my backpak, and kept my cell phone and camera at the front. I do not think I would go back.

Posted October 6, 2009

Way overpriced. Eighths go up to 65$. The bud is quality for the high priced eighths. I don't recommend buying anything other then their bud if you're forced to go here. Their pre rolls are clearly trim and shake. Don't buy them. I haven't had a lot of their edibles, but I haven't gotten high off any of the ones I bought. My only experience with their concentrates is their kali mist kief. It sucked and it was the closest thing to a sativa that isn't a hybrid on their menu. Remember, with these guys the more expensive the more quality.

All in all, this place is good if you have a lot of money to spare. If you don't have money to spare this place sucks a lot.

Posted September 28, 2009

It is my belief that GCR's pricing is closely priced to the "black market" trends because they want to keep Medical Marijuana legal.

If somebody illegitimately uses their Medicinal Marijuana card to buy ounces of Medicine, and turn it around and sell it on the street, they will not see much profit with the current price structure.

If Medicinal Marijuana was cheaper than the black market prices, however, people would Make a larger ROI, resulting in bad publicity. I don't know about you, but the last thing I want to hear on the news is that Medicinal Marijuana is fueling the black market's illegal drug trade.

Posted September 5, 2009

Over priced Prop 215 was originated to help the sick and needy not the fat and greedy. I do not know to many sick people that can afford there crazy prices.This is a club for metro sexual yuppies that can afford an eight insane. Beware

Posted May 2, 2009

Awesome place very friendly and offers discounts to disabled vetreans. Will always go here easy to find. Grat prices for the quality. Also the jars are cool please remember recycle.... Bring them back to be refilled. Have a great 4/20

Posted April 12, 2009

Fun and interesting. Try to avoid going on Saturday it's packed with a wait. Nice selection of meds during the grow season but kind of weak the last couple of times there. Was disappointed. The one real negative is how much they charge. Bring tons of money because nothing is cheap here. Staff is good.

Posted April 2, 2009

As the other reviewer said, the guard is nice but the other people there can leave something to be desired.. I find it hard to get even basic information out of them about whether a strain is indica or sativa. I realize that its listed on the board but sometimes there are a lot of people in there and its easier to just ask the person directly. Their hash is terrible and not worth the money. The strains are good but definitely seem overpriced, I am going to keep looking for another club in the area.

Posted March 4, 2009

I was suprised at easy it was to find, there is a sign on the street that is very visable. The man at the front counter asked me for me card as soon as I walked in, of course. The entire process took about 5 minutes, which I was happy about, and after that you get to enter "The Room." They had a very nice selection including Maui Waui, Snowcap, a great selection of Diesels and Kush's and many more. I was suprised at how many choices for edibles they had as well. They had really decent prices dropping down to $35 an eighth for the lowest quality meds and $6 being the lowest priced edible brownie. Great prices on Kief too, $11 being the lowest and $43 being the highest. I definitley recommend it for anyone in the area looking for low prices with pretty good quality.

Posted January 28, 2009

The guard was nice, but for the rest, like my momma taught me, if ya don't have something nice to say...you get the point. I will never return!

Posted December 19, 2008

Visited for the first time today and I was pretty impressed with the selection of meds. Lots of strains, lots of hash and keif, and a huge selection of edibles and other novelty items. Only drawback: expensive! They say they absorb the tax, but it kinda didn't seem like it. The "Budtenders" are very nice and knowledgeable and I got a lot of info while there for only 15 minutes! I will go here again to purchase my meds, but not for everyday smoke.

Posted July 28, 2008

My first visit to Greenway was a very pleasant experience. I found it to be a very clean and safe envornment. The staff was very polite and helpful. Inside I found a very large and variable selection of Cannabis items. I have been back several times since my initial visit and will not go anywhere else. I highly reccomend Greenway to anyone. Aloha

Posted July 7, 2008

High price, no compassion.

Posted May 23, 2008

I was going to this place and when I came out this place a SUV with two guys and a blond girl who knock me over and her took my picture she called me "A drug addict and said God will punish you." I found out that she put my picture onto the internet saying I was a drug addict. My work found out and had me drug tested and I failed and because of that I was fired.

Posted May 12, 2008

First off, I am a new marijuana patient, not a first time smoker. Going into Greenway, the guard and receptionist dude were friendly. I signed a form, they called my name. Then I walked into a candy store full of buds. The help is awesome. Great selection and great prices. The edibles rock! I even got a free sample of bud for being a first time visitor!

Posted May 9, 2008

I went to this place and even though I have all the legal papper work he was very rude and turned me away. When this other couple walked and said that the same thing happened to to there brother the man told both of us to leave. The couple suggested another collective, and comfrimed what I knew was right and true, that I had the right papper work.

Posted April 28, 2008

Very friendly folks at Greenway. They often the best selection of meds I've seen in the South Bay.

Posted April 4, 2008

Walk right in and you'll be in the waiting room. You have to fill out paperwork.

Once you get in you'll find a line of large glass cabinets with lots of hash, pre-weighed weed in nicely labeled jars, and plenty of edibles. My visit was quick, so there was probably more than I noticed. I asked to see their best stuff ($65/8th), and I wasn't very impressed with any of them, so I just went with an 8th of what was recommended ($60 - Blueberry Wreak). I also got some Sweet Jane's brownies for $10 each. They took a while to kick in, but they were eventually great. I would buy those again, but not the 8th that I got.

I've talked to another person that was happy with their hash quality/price/selection. They said the recommended stuff isn't always so good, but he liked the weed he got for $45 and his $20 gram of hash.

They didn't rip me off like the last reviewer, or give me that feeling. They're real friendly and official, but just make sure you have everything when you leave.

Posted January 28, 2008

These caretakers really know how to befriend every customer that comes in to purchase their meds.

They are patient, kind, laid back and users as well. However, the clerks at Greenway ripped me off good and they wouldn't let me check my stuff in my car, I asked for O.G. Kush and this guy sold me an ounce of Brick Mex with seeds and holes in the ziplock baggy.

Patients should go somewhere else untill Salinas gets their dispensary.