Clifton Market

I've only been in this store a coupe of times when they first opened, so I can't really speak on what they are like years later. I don't live in the area, so it isn't a regular place for me. When I did go in there years ago, I thought the prices were too high, for my liking. But the prices are likely average, maybe a little higher, for this particular area of Cincinnati, Ohio. It would be nice if their prices were lower for the community that isn't financially well-to-do.

Be sure to check expiration/sell by dates if you shop here. I stopped in this evening for a snack. I noticed a weird taste and checked the sell by date. This item is expired by EIGHT months. So gross.

I've been shopping in this market for the past 2 months every two weeks, but I'm never shopping there again for a single cause the customer service is so bad; a cashier literally treats me poorly every time I come in (I think he's Indian with colored hair) he doesn't welcome anyone to the store I mean he doesn't even talk to me, besides giving that bad look

I shop here often not out of choice but because it's closer to me than Kroger is. And to be honest, it's never really a good experience. They have a policy where you have to leave any bag at the door which I find absurd because there's no security system in place to make sure someone else doesn't walk out with your bag! I don't see why I have to put my own personal belongings at risk because the store is paranoid about protecting their bottom line. I have to mention too that the bathroom is EXTREMELY disgusting. One of them has been "out of order" for as long as I can remember and I don't think the toilet in the other one has been cleaned for months- there are nasty crusty splatters all over it. Garbage all over the floor, no paper towels, and barely a lick of toilet paper. Also, the light in the bathroom constantly flickers dramatically as if it's a strobe light, which could trigger a seizure if you're epilectic- and I know because I came here with an epileptic friend last summer and somehow it's still an issue that hasn't gotten fixed. I feel like the disgusting bathrooms are an insult to the customers because their prices are so steep. You'd think that a place that tries to sell you expensive, highly marked-up groceries would be the type of place that would offer facilities a step above some shady gas station in the worst part of town, but you'd be wrong. ALSO. The last time I shopped here, I accidentally purchased an item that was leaking and therefore a faulty product. When I tried to call, I found out that they have no real way to reach the staff, only a robot system that leads nowhere. When I went in person to clear up the issue, they basically just shrugged without offering a replacement or refund because "that could've happened after it left the store". Nevermind the fact that I've been shopping here for years and that's the only time I've ever tried to return anything! Seems like it's designed to prey off locals who shop here out of convenience. The whole ambiance is exactly like an understaffed Walmart in a sketchy part of town, with prices as if it were Whole Foods in NYC.

Clifton Market has potential to be a great store. Unfortunately the owner has zero concept of running a store honestly. He comes across as a nice guy who wants to serve you well. The gripes are numbers of times I've given him lists of items that were regularly selling out and now they are gone. Upon his and other employee requests. He comes back with they don't make it anymore. This is bull I can buy them everywhere else. Prices just keep soaring and are incorrect by the time you get to check out today eggs on the shelf say 4.49 at checkout 7.99 I left. I didn't mind paying more for convenience to help the store grow. But after years now it just gets more expensive less quality products spoiled food on shelves and produce as well as expired dairy Tha stays in fridge 2 weeks after it is brought to his attention. I cannot see how his possible to have the review rating he has . Before my final visit this time I still stopped in nearly every day only to find more items still not restocked week after week and replaced with brands I've never even heard of for twice the money. ITS VERY SAD. If only he had a clue that consistency and fair price will bring him a strong business instead of raising prices to make up for what gets expired because people are going elsewhere now. Most people I know won't shop at Clifton Market anymore for the same reasons. Would rather the store be gone despite convenience to not take advantage of the neighborhood I've been a part of for the past 30 years. Needless to say I will never be back and I hope whoever the people are that give 4 plus stars wake up to reality. One star because I had to.

I have never seen something Like this in my entire life. Was living all around globe. Where to start? I guess from the beginning. The whole is so sad.Place has the most disgusting odor, workers does not greets you, prices are ridiculous. Just visit this place for unforgettable experience

It's nice to have a local grocery store nearby that isn't a huge chain, but the prices here are pretty absurd. Also, the cashiers never seem happy to see anyone. Love the walk-in beer cooler with tons of beers and a discount selection.

They sold me a gallon of milk that had been expired for 3 months. Their prices are higher than Kroger, Aldi's, or Jungle Jims. Their produce section is measly in comparison to those other grocery stores. They have a standoffish staff that act like you are a burden when all you want to do is check out. The carts have messed up wheels, and several of them are missing their backs. They have a woman outside the store that is always trying to hustle you out of cash in exchange for like, a Nutrigrain bar or something, which aren't even supposed to be individually resold so that's in violation of the distribution agreement, but I digress. They've got a great pastry display, but no one is ever staffing it so you can't get anything out of it, and if you ask an employee to like, help you, they act like you're asking them to single-handedly bake the thing from scratch just for you. If you don't want to staff the case, just put the goods in a plastic container and let shoppers do it themselves. Overall shopping here is a bad experience. They are coasting off of a convenient location.

I've been there three times to pick up money from western union, every time when I get there I've to wait 20 to 30 min for the owner to show up so I can pick up my money It's very bad service

Employees are always exceptionally friendly and it's a great location. It's really just an overpriced IGA with some specialty goods, and the staff seems to be a revolving door as well. I'm aware staffing is an issue everywhere, but I've heard stories about the ownership that makes me think their issue is specific to them. I was watched very closely and seemingly followed off the property by the owner after checking out. Mr. Singh- if you're so concerned that I was potentially shoplifting $5 worth of goods, perhaps you should re-evaluate your priorities. I think it would actually be more lucrative to replace your apple inventory that's covered in mold and fruit flies. And maybe spend less time being aggressive towards local Clifton residents who are less fortunate, and figure out a way to work on your own store upkeep first.