New York City Bans CBD Edibles From Restaurants The New York City Health Department has cracked down on CBD. CBD, or cannabidiol, has become increasingly popular in cocktails, coffee and food. CBD comes from the marijuana plant and is known for its calming and healing abilities. President Trump signed the farm bill in December, which made most forms of CBD legal in the U.S. The FDA still bans restaurants from adding CBD to food and drinks. Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, via statement Eight restaurants have been asked to stop using CBD so far. Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, via statement