El Ray

Had lunch here and loved it! Very fast and so much food, I got a chorizo quesadilla and really enjoyed it. Lots of seating. Located in the back of the grocery store.

Driven by this grocery for years and never been inside. Decided to give it a try since we were having a hard time finding Oaxaca Cheese. Very nice store. Very clean well lit. Had our cheese and my favorite Jarritos Jamica!!

I love to roam the aisles of this store. Lots of lovely produce including chayote & cactus. Cold drinks, candy, Bimbo products, tortillas, all kinds of beans, huge displays of spices, dried peppers & herbs, cleaning products, personal care; everything you need, all with Latino flair. Interesting dim lighting effect, not sure why. Saving $$ on electricity? I can find what I need here, along with lots of things to pique my curiosity.

I've had two off putting encounters with the cashier. First time, My boyfriend and I went to the register to check out and we were not greeted. Instead, we were met with a nasty look by the cashier lady. Her expression looked as if she was in a bad mood or that we didn't belong in there. I tried to brush it off as nothing and asked , "How are you today?". She glared at me while frowning and did not respond. She didn't even tell me the total after ringing up all of the items. I don't want to say that was a racist encounter but it definitely felt like it. I decided to give this place another chance today (3-22-24) even though I was having A LOT of second thoughts while in the parking lot. Fast forward, I went to the register to checkout and it was the same lady. She seemed in a better mood today since her expression seemed okay and she greeted me. I noticed Jesus Rosary necklaces and wanted to purchase one. I asked ,"Could I also add the green rosary necklace?". She immediately said "No" and glared at me. I was a bit confused considering that they're on display with prices on them. But I still decided to ask "Oh... are they not for sale?". She did not answer. She handed me my change (I paid with cash). And I left. I won't be going back somewhere where I'm refused items with no explanation with rude cashiers. I would rate this place 5 stars due to having some great juice but you'all are undeserving of that. Treat everyone the same and with respect. I will be spreading the word around about this place. Good luck.