John Brooks Supermart

I was impressed, i had not been to a John brooks since we lost the SE one. Its small, but clean and well stocked, if you want to shop local, its got a nice variety of NM products all through the place, stuff looks as good or better quality than smiths or albertsons.. people were super nice, you don't even have to empty your own cart. They hire real people to checkout and bag, and was even met at my car by a employee in a wheelchair to haul my cart back in. Wow its like how groceries were 40 years ago... Found local cheeses, Anasazi beans, good looking produce. This was a win. Far from home but will shop here again.

I really love this store. It has almost everything that I need. Oftentimes, I stop by John Brooks several times a day. Despite this store having a smaller footprint, they carry most of what I need. My trips to larger stores take longer because they're farther away, and I have to walk around to find everything. Here, I can get what I need more quickly.John Brooks stocks mostly brand-name items, but they carry generic items, too. That means saving a dollar or two for the generic item, over the brand-name item.

John Brooks is our local go-to market that has every thing one could want, including some higher grade items you wouldn't expect (European cookies, Gerolsteiner water, etc). The staff here are always really nice, and there's something comforting about coming back and seeing the same folks time and again.Their meats are very good, and they have a full line of New Mexico made products, which can't be overlooked. The one downside is the building, parking lot and adjacent stores, which are run down and seedy. The landlords don't do any upgrades or maintenance, so the parking lot is full of huge potholes, and the paint is peeling. Too bad, John Brooks deserves better and so does the neighborhood.

The Breakfast Burritos are amazing. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. Really like shopping here when in the North Valley.

As a child, going to John Brooks and getting a wink and a smile from long-time manager Jackie was always a treat. I remember when the store burned down and everyone was devastated by the thought they would not rebuild--but they did! Moving back to the neighborhood after decades away, I'm so glad to return to the friendly customer service of a neighborhood institution. You know how when you go to Trader Joe's everyone is friendly and talks to you? And the layout is cozy and homey feeling? Good on TJ's for that winning business strategy. But at John Brooks, it's ALWAYS been that way, and it feels extra genuine. Even after years away, it feels like I'm checking out with a long lost relative. Unlike many of the other grocery stores I've visited in ABQ recently, service is very efficient as well. The checkout line is always quick, and if you ask for something like, say, another variety of the Christmas cookie tins they are already putting away because the holiday has passed, within seconds they are pulling out the packed box from the store room to let you pick through and find the tin of your dreams. ;) I'm not totally sure what the hipsters are complaining about regarding selection. Last time I was there I noticed vegan tamales, gluten free burritos, Amy's and Annie's organics lines, almond milk, kombucha in several varieties, Earth Balance butter spread, etc. It may not be Whole Foods, but it's not stuck in the past either. I will concur that not everything in the produce section is always amazing, but with the Fruit Basket a block away, who cares? And one thing I really appreciate is the fact that John Brooks stocks a LOT of local, made-in-New-Mexico products that you can't get everywhere. It's not perfect - the displays when you first walk in can feel a little cluttered, and the hipster in me wishes Horizon wasn't the organic milk brand they sell, but overall, this is a solid place that I am so glad is in the neighborhood.

Johnny. Johnny, sit down. Let's talk about who you are today and what your future holds, can we?Let me ask you, are you happy? Are you satisfied with what you've accomplished, are you where you want to be? Where do you see yourself ten years from today? Go on, be honest.Really? You mean that. You think you're doing "just fine". Well. Okay.Well, since you asked, I'll be honest: I think we all expected a lot more from you. You've always had potential. And I can imagine there was a time, not so long ago, when you provided some valuable meat and produce to the neighborhood. Back then, the Valley was a community of Old School New Mexican families, families who had matanzas, and baked scores of biscochitos each Christmas, and made the best enchiladas in the world. And to some extent, that's still true. You still serve that demographic. You do this very well. You know what? You deserve a sticker for your hard work. There, there you go. Do you like your unicorn sticker?So anyway. A new generation of people now reside in the Valley, and to be honest, you haven't been paying attention. You've refused to adapt, to change, and for a business, that can spell death. When I wander your aisles, I can feel the Grim Reaper breathing on the suspect meat section, the cardboard-skinned tomatoes, and the discount greens which will go bad tomorrow in that refrigerator. I suppose I'm being a little harsh, here. You did update the freezer section and you renovated the liquor department big time, and you now feature an acceptable variety of micro brews. But a man cannot live on pot pies and porter alone. This new generation of Valley residents actually cares about eating produce that wasn't picked in Argentina and will drop a lot more cash on a bite to eat if they know it's nutritious.I think you need to re-evaluate your life, Johnny. I think it's time. You're not competing with anybody here, and dammit, I'm sick of driving across town for groceries. Get with the program.

My husband returned today to Brooks. They saw fit to refund $ for meat. I appreciate that. I had strong words with the manager the day before then I called back to apologize. I was still mad but it was the right thing for me to do. I am glad the manager was professional enough to see beyond the argument . The good news I can keep going to John Brooks. It is still my home store. Crises averted.

Come see the new and greatly improved Produce Section at John Brooks Market.We want to thank you for your years of loyalty and support!

This store is outrageous in price and they sell nothing but out-dated food and very old produce.

The store often has what I need. I agree with the other reviewers who note that they typically have items you wouldn't expect that are gluten free, organic, sugar-free, New Mexico products, higher-end, and those from overseas. They even have a small liquor store with a decent selection. I'd have to say that sometimes the produce freshness can be hit-or-miss, but that's often the case in a grocery store that's not well visited for those types of items. But, this is a better store than their neighbor that's just a little bit northeast of this corner, who has avery limited selection, and it is certainly friendlier, and more enjoyable, than their larger competition...further north in the valley.I know my visit will always be quick. I love to go there on Saturday mornings when there's not a lot of people around.