Don Quijote Market

★★★★☆ 3.6 (14)

"It's a good place to pick up basic ingredients for Latin food. They definitely have you covered for sazon, sofrito, beans, etc. The prices are a little bit more than what you would pay at Shaw's or any other large chain grocery store with a Latin food section, but you're really paying for the convenience here, I guess. The staff is friendly. I love that people will occasionally speak to me in Spanish even though I am a total gringa."

Foodie's Urban Market

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (158)

"Whenever I return to the neighborhood I'm afraid I'm going to see a big open pit on the corner of Washington and whatever and a sign depicting the chrome and glass condo project coming in spring. My kids more or less grew up here and the place hasn't really changed in the 18 years since I first went. The staff was always great and we got to know some of them. Prices aren't terrible and the wine selection is surprisingly decent as are the prepared dishes. I know the review is reading like a 3.5 but being a community anchor is worth a lot. Whole Foods will never have a tenth of the character and charm of a community market like Foodie's. Here's hoping my kids can return to the South End one day and say "this is the place my parents used to take me to", instead of "this mid-rise condo with parking, full-time concierge and a community roof-deck used to be a cool little grocery store".Brought to you with the generous support of the Titanic Nut Company."

Going Bananas

★★★★☆ 3.5 (92)

"A small grocery shop and deli counter in the North End, Going Bananas has a good produce selection, lots of ready to eat and heat and spread stuff and some cheeses, too. Dry goods like cereals and household cleaning stuff too.Service was friendly and helpful."

Market Basket

★★★★☆ 4 (498)

"The best large chain grocery store there is. The store is kept clean, products are affordable and they stock a wide variety of items, and the employees are nice. I wish there were more stores outside MA!"

College Convenience

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (19)

"More like College Inconvenience, with the prices that Universities are charging these days to attend (in the USA - many other countries offer free college education at better Universities), and speaking of prices, these aren't cheap either, at this convenience store focused on college kids and their needs (but not their kneads, because no dough is sold here, just taken at the register).But really this is another great convenience store in Boston, perfectly situated around the colleges, and considering all the convenience stores and the great variety they have like this one, I'm starting to feel like Boston is an extension of New York City. But don't tell anyone in either City that I said that, because they'll possibly probably maybe hate it.It's expensive of course so I can't give it five stars, but I do think it's a great convenience store."

Formaggio Kitchen South End

★★★★★ 4.6 (207) • $$$

"This small shop that not only sells cheese, but also wine and fine meats -- all things for a nice picnic in the park or at home.I had a grilled cheese sandwich from here and oh my! First of all, I am gluten free and do not eat dairy. I usually only eat glutinous items and real cheese whenever I'm back in the EU because I don't get sick from those items there for some reason.But because the Formaggio sandwich looked so good, I decided to take a bite of my portion.But then I became addicted -- I took another one and another one.. . . Secretly praying my stomach wouldn't get sick.I am relieved to report that it has been 24 hours with no stomach symptoms! Meaning, Formaggio definitely has excellent quality items.Now if only the sandwich had zero calories, it would be perfect haha!"

Pemberton Farms

★★★★☆ 4.1 (293) • $$

"My favorite grocery store ever! They have local foods that are just delicious, and the workers are the friendliest. Although their prices are expensive, the taste, quality, and the benefits of buying local are great! Just beware that you'll have to pay ~$1.25 extra, if you buy anything in a glass bottle."

Eataly Boston

★★★★☆ 3.5 (1302) • $$

"When I first walked in, I was amazed by all the sights and smells. The place is a grocery, restaurant, gelato shop, and coffee shop, all in one. There were stands with paninis, desserts, meats, and cheese. One of the restaurants in there, you pick a table, scan a barcode, order food/drinks, and they bring it out to you. When I think of Italy, this place shows me a snapshot of it (never been to Italy). Now why did I give it three stars? The woman at the counter that helped us get out paninis was not pleasant; she was impatient, rude, and not customer service friendly. The panini I ordered was the premade mortadella and cheese; it just was okay. The products in the stores overall seems quality. They had self checkouts and security. In conclusion, a nice place but seems that some of their employees may need customer service training."

Freerange Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (24)

"Great quality food. Friendly staff. Large selection for a small market. Very convenient and nice inside. Lots of local and organic choices. Last night we made a pizza and bought the pepperoni and sauce from The Freerange Market. The pepperoni was sliced fresh at the deli and the jar sauce was a NH brand that I've never seen anywhere else. Made an amazing pizza."

H Mart - Brookline

★★★★☆ 4 (15)

"Woot woot! I'm a huge fan of H Mart and though I don't mind trekking out to Burlington so I can eat at the massive food court, it is nice to have a more local H Mart for all my Asian pantry and snack needs. The selection, unsurprisingly, was pretty limited but my friend and I found (almost) everything we wanted. I was on the hunt for a certain brand of frozen dumplings that I'm obsessed with but didn't see it in the freezer aisle. Right when you walk in, to the right, is the produce and fruit, which I passed up, since the prices there seemed way higher than what you can get at Trader Joe's/even Whole Foods. The hot pot meats, seafood, and snacks are further in the back. There's a section of prepared foods but if you really want to be dazzled by a whole massive wall of banchan, I recommend making the trip up to Burlington. No food court or bakery section here (which is fine, Japonaise is right next door for all your bakery wants). Plenty of street parking along Beacon. And a reminder to bring your own bag! The paper bags they provide don't have handles, which is bad news bears if you buy heavier items and need to lug them back home."

Montrose Spa

★★★★☆ 4.1 (65) • $

"For a little convenience store, I'm shocked that they have everything that corner stores typically don't have - berries, Impossible Meats, salads, and more. While things are cheaper at Star Market (down the street), just go to Montrose Spa if you need something quick and don't have the time to walk or bike down to the grocery store. Just keep in mind that in order to use your credit card, there has to be a $5 minimum."

Thistle & Shamrock

★★★★☆ 4.2 (34)

"Great selection of items for sale. They stock beer, wine and delicious freshly baked bread, which is not something every corner store can say. Fresh coffee every day as well, which is great when I'm in a rush. They do wine tastings semi-regularly and will make a note of it on their sign out front to give passerby's a heads up--they often adorn this sign with funny jokes and facts, which brightens up my commute to work. Also they're dog friendly and always give treats to my pooch! This is one of the only places nearby where I can run in to grab groceries when I'm with Zoey, so I'll always come back here. Fun plants for decor too/excellent vibes all around."

Tropical Foods

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (25) • $$

"I've always wanted to check out this ethnic grocery store, but never entered until this past weekend. It's a bit smaller than Stop & Shop, and was surprisingly not crowded on a Sunday afternoon. Most importantly, the space was clean! Shelves were well-stocked. Push carts were constantly being returned to the store. No funky smells. I only interacted with the cashier, who was friendly and knew to bag the meats separately from other items (bonus points).What to buy here:* Specialty Produce: fresh sugarcane, fresh lemongrass, tomatillo peppers, exotic root vegetables, etc. For all other produce, I still prefer to shop at Haymarket in the city (best price) or at my local Stop & Shop (same price as Tropical Foods).* Specialty Meats: fresh goat meat, chicken hearts, beef feet, etc. Chicken was also cheaper here.* Spanish & West Indies non-perishable items: GOYA products galore, rice, beans, all kinds of Caribbean spices, plantain chips, etc.* Hot lunch special $5.99 includes rice & beans and choice of two meats: pernil (pork shoulder), chicken wings, or ribs. Portion was huge but the meats were on the dry side (we ate late though, around 1:30PM).PS. When driving, enter the parking lot through Williams St (not Melnea Cass Blvd)."

City Feed and Supply

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (372) • $$

"Great little neighborhood market! Excellent sandwiches and customer service. Fresh vegetables and fruits, good selection of grocery staples. The staff on the evening I went was friendly and I was happy to see a varied selection of Coffee (including George Howell Terrier). They have an area to enjoy your sandwiches facing the street, high counters as well as table tops very comfortable and cozy. Street parking can be challenging... or at least it was when I went and I appreciate the fact they were open later. Respectfully Reviewed."

Portside Market

★★★☆☆ 3 (4)

"Decent market. They have more wine than food. They have more specialty items than staples. Overpriced yet convenient."

Carmella's Market

★★★★★ 4.6 (68) • $

"Excellent Italian deli sandwiches. Super fun staff. Lots of hard to find Italian packaged food items. I am in town a few times a year and usually stay at the embassy suites up the road the night before I fly home. If you do the same, take a walk down to Carmella's. You won't be disappointed with the sandwiches. They even have hand stuffed Italian peppers to take home with you."

Nubian Markets

★★★★★ 4.8 (19)

"I tried Nubian Markets after hearing about its recent opening last week. The space is wonderful with a grocery store, restaurant, a butchery, and plenty of seating inside and outside the store. The staff was extremely friendly and I ordered over the phone about 25 minutes before and my order was ready when I arrived. I was in a rush so I couldn't dine in or try too much, so I just got the burger. It was delicious, the mix of flavors was truly unique and made for a special experience. It's wrapped in a house made pita that is equally tasty! I will not be shocked when this burger is rated one of the best in Boston AND a staple of the halal Boston experience. It is a must try! I will be back for the rest of the menu soon!This might just be the best halal restaurant Boston has to offer. To be determined after trying the rest of the menu!"

South End Food Emporium

★★★★☆ 3.8 (44)

"The sell berbere, $9.99, for one of those small soup take out containers. Back corner rack across the household items."

Wholesome Fresh

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (40)

"Specialty grocery plus deli a la Cardullo's, with a bonus hot and cold bar, ramen station, sushi and build-your-own poke bowls!Ten bucks gets you the latter, a filling feast of nearly unlimited veg, a single protein (including cooked chicken?), a sauce and regional accoutrement like Benito fish flake, masago, edamame and roasted seaweed over a base of rice, greens or zoodles! What a literal and figurative mouthful!Everything was fresh and clean, crunchy, crisp and all that jazz. The sauce sesame shoyu was a bit mild, and the whole bowl could have benefited from a little richness, but as far as a turnkey salads with a hearty helping of pink tuna, this corner store on steroids gives good poke!"

Haymarket International Food Co

★★★★☆ 3.8 (17) • $

"If you are in the Haymarket and you like authentic, cheap, Mediterannean street food, then you will basically be thanking your lucky stars that you have found this little basement utopia. Duck your head (I often forget, and a slight concussion often puts a damper on an otherwise lovely dining experience).Get the lentil soup. Get the lentil soup. Get the lentil soup. It's that good.I've also gotten the falafel on numerous occassions, and the tzatziki sauce is heavenly. Yum.The chicken shwarma is also pretty banging. So is the lentil soup.The owner is the nicest man ever, and the second time I went in he asked what took me so long to return! Now he sees me more often than necessary, but what can I say? I love buying apples at the Haymarket and I love lentil soup.Get the lentil soup."

Frank Anthony's Gourmet Market

★★★★☆ 3.7 (74) • $$

"I love the buffalo chicken caesar here. It's crazy how hard it is to find this kind of salad around Boston and the chicken is usually way too dry when you do find it, but FA's does it right. A bit too heavy on parm, croutons, and dressing but you can instruct them as they make the salad. The chicken is very flavorful with a homemade buffalo sauce, nice and moist (although not really crisp), and heated up on the grill before they add it atop your salad. I haven't tried anything other food. I docked off some stars because the service is beyond slow even when there is no line. The salad lady (it's always been this woman from my many experiences here) makes you wait until she has finished some random errand/activity to start making your salad. Seriously, I have waited like 5-10 full minutes until she started making my simple salad. This is in addition to the confusing layout such that you might wait in line for the wrong type of food - there is a specific line for the deli vs. salads vs. bakery. It has an OK selection of groceries, beer, and snacks but expect the prices to be high in bougie Seaport."

Golden Goose Market

★★★★☆ 3.7 (106) • $$$

"For such a small footprint, they really manage to pack it in! This urban supermarket has everything. You can not only get a decent selection of ready-to-heat and ready-to-eat stuff, but you can completely outfit your kitchen. A decent frozen section, a well cared for produce section, fresh meats and chicken, cleaners and paper products, lots and lots of wine and more.There's even a fresh salad bar!This is my 200th review of 2018!"

Foodie's Market South Boston

★★★☆☆ 3 (49)

"I needed. To use the bathroom which turned out requires an employee because they have to bring me downstairs and the guy escorted me and was very gracious. I didn't need to buy anything but I bought a protein bar with low carbs while I was here. I did walk the isles and I'm very impressed by their variety and especially the prepared foods."

The Daily Market

★★★★★ 4.5 (17)

"Found this place quite by accident. Great selection for all food preferences. Grocery, prepared foods, deli, bakery. They have it all. Highly recommend"

Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe

★★★★☆ 3.5 (38)

"Favorite wine shop in town!! Cardullo's has a wide selection of wines; very organized by geographical location (and color) and easy to find in the store. In addition to wine, they carry liquor (just at this store in Seaport), beer, whiskey, and seltzers. The staff is always friendly and willing to help me find whatever I'm looking for. They even allow me to bring my pup inside the store every week while I shop for what I need. Cardullo's has a large selection of quality cheeses, chocolate, jam/honey, spices, candy, meats (prosciutto, salami), and crackers/chips. I've never been disappointed in any of the cheese I've bought here- they're all very tasty (and a handful are constantly rotated so you'll always have new ones to try). They also sell some very local (and niche) products - clam chowder, pickles, cookies, syrup, nuts, and tea. During the day they have a deli area of the store where you can order a fresh sandwich (just expect a long line around lunch time). Prices are fair (and the average) for their wines. Love this store and will keep coming back.Note all the ever-changing gift baskets they have throughout the store; make for great gifts around the holidays or birthdays!!"

Deluca's

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (128) • $$$

"Great sandwiches at decent prices. The rest of the store has many imported goods, expensive luxury items, and the biggest selection of chocolate I've ever seen. Just a great place to look around and explore, it's jam packed inside! Even when the line is out the door it only takes 15 minutes to get a sandwich during lunch rush. Check out is smooth too."

Happy Market & Spirits

★★★★★ 4.7 (29)

"Very very good store with a focus on fresh produce. Not much frozen product here but you won't go hungry.I've had a fair share of produce actually be rotten when I cut it open at home, but it's just something to keep in mind.Very excellent. Thanks Happy Market."

K & 8th Street Market

★★★★★ 4.7 (60)

"K & 8th is a great stop if you're not looking to get to a grocery store or wanting to drive anywhere. They are all friendly inside and the place is usually busy.It doesn't have everything you're looking for, but it has all of the essentials that you could need. All of the meats that they carry are Boar's Head so it can get a little pricey in that aspect.Good selection of fruits and veggies....wish there was better cheese selection. The chicken and steak tips are all marinated very well, good flavor. I think the steak tips are a little pricey but they are delicious. The sun-dried tomato chicken breasts are great.It's a one stop shop for to quickly stock up on the essentials, with great quality from the deli where everyone is nice and attentive."

Brothers Marketplace - Cambridge

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (17)

"AMAZING STORE! I walked in 5 minutes after opening, and the place is well laid out, has a center area for freshly made sandwiches, a soup corner with 5 different varieties of soup, and a large selection of pre-made meals, from pastas and sub sandwiches, to wraps and meat and rice dishes.The reason why this store is so welcome, is because Kendall Square does not have a proper place to buy groceries or get food supplies for the office from. We have plenty of coffee shops and cafes, but no grocery store within miles.We'll see how the quality holds up over time, but this is an excellent start for them!"

Symphony Market

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (41) • $$

"If you realize you're in a fake version of this market, that's not the Symphony, that's a Sym-phoney.Pretty good Market as far as markets go if you want to get some cheap water and other goodies. A lot cheaper than some of the other places around here and not nearly as much of a rip-off as a lot of convenience stores in Boston and especially New York City.Very conveniently located just like your mother's brothel."

Modelo's Market Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (88) • $

"Got take out from across the street and it was raining cats and dogs earlier today so we booked it back to the car. We were parked outside of Modelo's, in a meter parking spot. We decided to go inside after contemplating for 5 minutes if we wanted to go out in the rain again, and I'm so glad we decided to check Modelo's out. The staff was really nice and super helpful with explaining the pastries we had questions about. We decided to try a bunch of their pastries out and were not disappointed. The chicken and cheese coxinha was not like anything I have ever tried before and it was so good, as well as super filling! My favorites from what we got were the cheese bread (Pão de queijo) and the condensed milk coconut cake. The cheese bread is incredibly addicting and has a nice chew. We ended up getting 9 of them to bring home. The coconut cake was super moist and not too sweet at all. It was perfect. **They also have plenty of seating here, including a couple tables & window seats!!We still have a couple desserts left to try out that we didn't get to earlier because we were so stuffed but I have a feeling that they will taste just as good as everything else we have tried from here. 10/10."

Daily Table - Roxbury

★★★★☆ 4.4 (10)

"This is an amazing, affordable grocery store in the South End area. I am able to get a whole weeks worth of groceries for less than $40, and I buy a lot of fresh veggies. I have never found cheaper prices at any where else, as they operate on a nonprofit model and get donations from other businesses. Some selection of the store always stays the same, such as the produce and frozen goods. Other selections are often changing, and there are often items that you would find in a more upscale Whole Foods-eque store. Granted, these items are often close to their expiration date but its an amazing opportunity to try different foods. Their selection includes fresh produce, fruit section frozen food (including prepared meals, frozen meats, frozen fruits), dairy isle, and the typical dried goods section.In the numerous times I have visited, the produce has mostly been fresh but there are a few times especially at the end of the day when there is only the less fresh options left. Often times, there is a small area by the checkout counter with a pile of free food that you can take. These foods are usually very ripened bananas, salads that expire, etc but I love that the store would give them to people rather than just tossing them.A tip about shopping here is to always check the expiration date on products! If you plan on freezing the items, it matters less but especially for the dairy I would suggest considering the date when purchasing. Overall, I love returning here every week for my grocery run and it is always fun to see what has changed in the store! I usually stop here, then at another grocery store to pick up any other items I was not able to get here."

DeLuca's Market

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (89)

"I came to Dealuca's for a free wine tasting. They had 4 options, as well as a whiskey. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would certainly come back! Also important to note that the wine area is a bit hard to find, but they have a great selection."

Roche Bros. - Downtown Crossing

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (193) • $$

"Roche Bros is in the spot where the long gone Filene's Basement used to be. Going there for me brought back memories of my mother dragging me along on a Saturday while she pawed through stacks of clothing looking for the right size. As a kid, I was able to tolerate that because she would say that when she was done, we would go to lunch, which for me at the time was the best part of the trip. Ah...but I digress.The first floor of Roche Bros is mainly items like a prepackaged meal for one plus other to-go items. The grocery store was downstairs, in the basement. I give them credit, they do pay homage to Filene's basement with two enlarged of photos of the crowds rummaging around looking for just the right article of clothing.The first time I went there, I just browsed their offerings. I found the store to not be logically arranged. When it was time to leave, getting out, when you're not buying anything, is complicated. I ended up asking a security guard how to get out. He opened a gate near the up escalator and told me he wasn't supposed to do that but would do it this once for me. Lesson learned.The second time I went there, in a fit of nostalgia, I wondered if they had any Hoodsies. Hoodsies, for those who don't know, are small cups of ice cream that's made by Hood, hence the name Hoodsies. I was all excited to see that they did have some, even if it's in the form of a 6 pack of them. That's okay. We had a fridge with a small freezer in our room. Hoodsies once came with small wooden spoons for each cup. That's no longer the case. So...I had to buy plastic spoons. Back to things not being logically arranged---at first I could only buy fancy plastic spoons, which weren't cheap. Then, I browsed some more and came across the cheap ones. I ask rhetorically---why can't they put them all in one spot?Paying for your groceries means getting into one long line. When you get to the head of the line you wait for an automated voice to stay something like "proceed to register number (whatever number)". At each register there isn't much room to place your items to get rung up which slows down the process. All that said, one thing I did like --- while standing in line, there are cold drinks like water, soda and juice. It made it easier to just add them to your shopping cart.I discovered that stores in Boston no longer give out plastic bags, just paper which is fine but each paper bag costs 5 cents. So...when shopping in Boston, be sure to bring along a bag with you.The best part about going? --- The Hoodsies plus the homage to Filene's basement :)"

Bricco Salumeria and Pasta Shoppe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (165) • $$

"Sharing an unpopular opinion here. We had read the reviews about their sandwiches and thought that would be a perfect little picnic snack to enjoy in the cozy courtyard located outside this small sandwich shop. We ordered a prosciutto, mozzarella and basil sandwich. Unfortunately, there were two little leaves of basil, and the tomatoes seemed on the older end, despite it being fresh tomato season. The sandwich was lacking the flavor you would come to expect from an Italian sandwich. I think had there been much more basil and fresher tomatoes. It would've been a different experience. The shop location down at Cozy little alley memorable and I love that the pasta shop features a large window where you can eat your meal and watch them work their pasta magic. The same, quite a while to make despite they're not being very many customers and the order being fairly simple. Overall, this was an A-OK experience, but I had hoped for more."