BUFFALO, N.Y. — When Dank opened up in downtown Buffalo last summer as the region’s first dispensary, owner Aaron Van Camp anticipated enthusiasm and good sales. More than a year later, he said the enthusiasm hasn’t really waned with 300-400 customers daily.
“The numbers are holding very true to last year as far as people through the door. It’s just more of a basket size issue that’s got the numbers down a little bit but that’s a good thing for the consumer because the products are getting cheaper and more affordable,” Van Camp said.
Dank has not had too much competition during his first year and change in business. There are roughly 20 dispensaries currently in the region but a quick look at the state’s proximity protected locations map shows several dozen more pending…