RISE Lounge & Smokeasy offers unique experience
RISE Mundelein, Green Thumb Industries’ first medical cannabis dispensary in Illinois, opened in 2015 and added adult use in 2020. Last year, GTI saw an opportunity to incorporate plans for a safe consumption experience and updated the dispensary space to add an onsite smoking lounge.
The now open RISE Lounge & Smokeasy creates an environment that feels familiar, similar to a bar or restaurant, for those who want to consume cannabis onsite. RISE Lounge & Speakeasy’s mission is to help to normalize the use of cannabis while also empowering guests with information.

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At RISE Lounge & Speakeasy, guests can enjoy tableside cannabis service where they can consume products purchased at the adjacent dispensary, try devices before they buy with servers available to give a tutorial, and ultimately connect with people through the plant.
The lounge mixes a moody atmosphere with sleek, modern design, and ample smoking accessories. RISE Lounge & Speakeasy also regularly host events, including brand pop-ups, music, and standup comedy. Hours of operation are Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
“Across the country, we’re seeing more Americans turning to cannabis for well-being,” said RISE communication team. “Offering an environment where people can consume safe, high-quality cannabis products and educate themselves is imperative to helping normalize consumption.”
RISE Lounge & Speakeasy also offer complimentary device use and free entry fees for all reservations. RISE also offers soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages.
“The goal for the lounge is to offer a safe experience for all customers and to have knowledgeable servers on-site who can help educate guests whether it’s your first or hundredth time consuming,” said RISE communication team. “The most exciting thing to come out of cannabis lounges is the opportunity to learn. Servers are trained to walk new consumers through the different products, strains and devices they can use for their cannabis experience. Being at the forefront of normalizing cannabis consumption is extremely exciting but also a responsibility.”
RISE Lounge & Speakeasy is located at 1325 Armour Boulevard in Mundelein, about 30 minutes north of Chicago and is the only cannabis consumption lounge east of the Mississippi permitted for onsite purchase and consumption.
Reservations are available and encouraged to visit the lounge. Guests can book reservations here or contact General Manager Taurin Lyons at Taurin.Lyons@gtigrows.com. RISE Lounge & Speakeasy can be found on Instagram @risemundelein and Facebook @RiseMundeleinIllinois.
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