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Small corner store offers fresh produce at fair prices and curbside pickup for ease. Staff are helpful with WIC benefits and guide customers through purchases. Baby formula costs more but shopping here saves time with a clean, practical setup.

Helpful staff assist with groceries and ensure all items are gathered. The store offers a practical shopping experience that saves time compared to other supermarkets.

People are saying

"The staff at this grocery store are so helpful and kind."

Good to know

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Mother's Nutritional Center offers curbside pickup for convenience.

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The store is open to the public, allowing everyone to shop.

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Prices for baby formula may be higher than at larger retailers.

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Store offers wide selection of groceries with low prices and fresh meats like beef tri tip at $5. Atmosphere is quiet and calm with ample parking and plenty of carts. Shelves stay well stocked and clean, making shopping easy and convenient.

Prices stay low with fresh meats like beef tri tip at $5. Shelves hold a large selection of groceries with varied options at cheaper rates than most markets.

People are saying

"This grocery store has great prices and good deals."

"This market has great prices and a huge selection."

"I found plenty of parking available."

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Food 4 Less offers a wide selection of groceries at competitive prices.

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The store is always clean and well-stocked with essential items.

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Parking is ample, with plenty of spaces available for customers.

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Supermarket shines with authentic Mexican products and a busy butcher counter offering fresh, premium meats. Clean, welcoming space includes an in-store flower shop and a vast selection of prepared Mexican dishes. Friendly staff enhance the vibrant, ethnic shopping experience.

A huge area offers prepared Mexican dishes and a wide selection of ethnic and imported ingredients. The store stays very clean and features fresh meat at low prices with friendly staff.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is amazing, the staff treats you like family."

"This grocery store has a great selection and reasonable prices."

"I thought the bakery here was excellent."

Good to know

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Vallarta Supermarkets offers a wide selection of authentic Mexican seasonings and foods.

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The butcher counter is well-stocked with fresh meat at affordable prices.

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Expect to find unique items not available in other supermarkets.

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Narrow aisles buzz with a crowd drawn by freshly made tortillas and a hot deli serving authentic Mexican dishes. Shoppers enjoy great prices on fresh vegetables and meat, plus a friendly, helpful staff. Bright energy and a wide selection of Spanish brands make shopping a lively experience.

Offers a wide variety of products with fresh vegetables and meat. Prices are some of the best in town and the staff is friendly and helpful.

People are saying

"I found this grocery store to have great prices and quality."

"I thought the fresh flour tortillas were the best."

"I loved the fresh meat and produce at the Deli."

Good to know

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Hot food costs $10.99 per pound, which can add up quickly.

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Parking can be tight, especially during peak hours.

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Carnival Supermarket has a good variety of fresh meats and produce.

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Supermarket feels like a small Manila with Filipino foods and fresh seafood as highlights. Narrow aisles lead to a dine-in mini restaurant and bakery. Offers a wide range of ready-to-go food options alongside Asian and American groceries.

Offers a wide range of Filipino products alongside Asian and American groceries. Features a large selection of fresh fish, ready-to-go food options, and a dine-in mini restaurant with a bakery inside.

People are saying

"I found the seafood selection to be fresh and awesome."

"I found all the Filipino groceries and dishes I needed here."

"I loved the bakery's many choices for native snacks and desserts."

Good to know

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Seafood City Supermarket offers a wide variety of fresh fish and seafood.

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Parking can be challenging due to its location in a busy shopping center.

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The store is clean, organized, and well-maintained.

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Offers wide variety of Mexican foods and fresh produce at affordable prices. Clean, well-stocked store with respectful staff and busy butchers ensuring fresh meat. Small restaurant area provides a relaxing spot to eat before shopping.

Supermarket offers a wide range of Mexican goods but lacks dry-goods like appliances. Staff provides respectful and attentive service across all departments.

People are saying

"This grocery store has so many Mexican products you can't find elsewhere."

"I found lots of cheap items, especially on fruits and vegetables."

"I found the sweet bread to be extremely delicious."

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El Super offers a wide variety of foods, including traditional Hispanic ingredients.

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Prices at El Super are generally lower than at other grocery stores.

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Parking at El Super can be challenging, especially during peak hours.

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Fresh meat and organized shelves create a clean grocery store experience. Outdoor seating offers TJ style street tacos with various meats and guacamole. Pistachio ice cream is a competitive price treat, making it easy to enjoy good food and groceries in one spot.

Freshly cooked food comes straight from the market with an option to eat outside. The store offers a wide range of groceries and good food, making it easy to find everything needed in one spot.

People are saying

"I found the food here so good and cooked fresh."

"I exclaimed that it was the best carne asada burrito I had ever had."

"I exclaimed that the carne asada burrito was the best I had ever had."

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They serve hot food on Saturday and Sunday.

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The store is clean and well-organized.

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The meat looks fresh and high quality.

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Market shines with freshly made tortillas and great produce in clean aisles. Mexican dishes and sushi offer tasty variety. Prices are high but weekly specials add value. Parking is ample and atmosphere stays subdued.

Variety mirrors a market in Mexico with typical dishes and fresh hot food. Clean, organized aisles hold great produce and delicious bakery goods alongside sushi.

People are saying

"This grocery store has delicious fresh food and bakery items."

"The fresh items at this Market are super yummy."

"I found the tortillas here to be freshly made and awesome."

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Parking is readily available with plenty of spaces.

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Expect to wait about twenty minutes for 'Good to Go' orders.

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Prices for items like chicken wings have increased significantly.

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Small Filipino grocery store shines with fresh seafood and a wide selection of Asian sauces. Enjoy ready-to-eat Filipino dishes in a busy, clean space. Unique Filipino products and a great food court make shopping special.

Offers a Filipino food market with a great food court. Stocks Asian sauces and lesser known Filipino products not found in larger stores.

People are saying

"I could get homemade Filipino food like pancit and adobo at this grocery store."

"I found a large variety of fresh fish available."

"Parking available here is easy, with a big lot in the back."

Good to know

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Hot food is available inside the store, including Filipino dishes.

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Parking is available in a large lot behind the store, but it can get busy.

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Seniors over 55 receive discounts on their purchases.

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Small Asian grocery store offers fresh seafood with live fish tanks and a wide range of Asian spices and sauces. Filipino products and fresh fruits add variety. Prices stay reasonable in a clean, friendly space with an old storage unit vibe.

Fresh seafood and a wide selection of Asian spices and sauces stand out here. The market also offers Filipino products, fresh fruits, vegetables, and a variety of snacks and specialty items.

People are saying

"I found the fish here to be really fresh."

"I found a great variety of Oriental food here."

"This grocery store has an amazing selection of fresh seafood and Asian ingredients."

Good to know

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The market offers a wide selection of fresh seafood and Asian products.

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Parking can be challenging, so plan accordingly.

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Expect a good variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.

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Grocery store

Small market offers hot food like carne asada and Tilapia, plus fresh produce and meats. It accepts EBT and stocks staples and pantry items. Atmosphere feels unwelcoming, which may affect shopping comfort.

Small local market offers hot food and quick grocery options. It serves as the nearest grocery store for the neighborhood but can feel uncomfortable to shop in for some.

People are saying

"The staff at this grocery store always offered a friendly smile."

"I love this Market for the delicious Talapia fish lunch."

Good to know

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Big Ben Market accepts EBT for eligible food purchases.

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The market offers a good selection of produce, meats, and beverages.

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Expect a small, local market vibe with ready-to-eat food options.

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Asian grocery store

Asian grocery store shines with Vietnamese specialty items like rice paper and shrimp spring roll ingredients. Clean space offers a boba drink bar and hot foods such as steamed BBQ buns. Shelves feature many instant noodle flavors and unique spam varieties, making it a true Asian-centric market.

Offers a solid selection of Vietnamese specialty items like rice paper and shrimp spring roll ingredients. Most popular items are easy to find, but American groceries are scarce and many products are hard to identify.

People are saying

"This grocery store has tons of Asian specialty items and instant noodles."

"This market has so many spam flavors and instant noodle options."

Good to know

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The supermarket specializes in Asian food ingredients and snacks.

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Prices for coffee, snacks, and sauces are generally fair.

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They offer a variety of spam flavors and instant noodle options.

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