“We've been going here for years and find they're the best place in Downtown NW for produce. The value and the selection are always there, and they cater to what's in season. My husband and I go almost once a week.”
“Besides the vegan options, there are always fruits and vegetables at a discounted price. I also love the Brazilian items Updated from previous review on 2026-02-08”
“Helpful staff, good parking and the flash frozen foods are excellent. The chicken breasts, beef and pork pot roasts, and desserts are particularly worth mentioning.”
“My Plant Curious plant based deals book had a couple of coupons for Living Tree Foods in New Westminster so I used those coupons and treated myself to a mini shopping spree at Living Tree Foods!They're a small retail store and everything that they sell is plant based. I came home with plant based versions of chicken wings, crab cakes, bagel thins, smoked salmon, cream cheese, ravioli, and chicken pot pie.My husband and I feasted on the Breathe Kitchen Chick'n Pot Vegan Pie, as well as the Living Tree Foods fish free smoked salmon and dairy free cream cheese spread on top of O'Doughs bagel thins for dinner that very same night, and while the food may look quite simple, it was all soooooooooo good! Our Ninja Foodi machine made the prep work super easy too as I was able to cook the Chick'n Pot Vegan Pie in only 20 minutes, instead of 40 minutes as was mentioned on the instructions. Really looking forward to trying out the rest of the goods that I brought home.They've got all sorts of cool foods at their store. I was quite tempted by the Mac n Cheez with Bacon bits pie, the Cheezburger pie, and the Tiramisu. Three more reasons for me to go back to the store sometime!If you're some who's skeptical when it comes to eating plant based foods, the food from Living Tree Foods just might change your mind about it!Service: GoodParking: Free parking on the streetLocation: 1025 Royal Ave., New Westminster”
“My family regularly comes here. Even though we don't speak tagalog, we always feel very welcome. We are often greeted each time we go through the door. The stock changes, so we aren't always sure what will and won't be available, but that's pretty normal. I especially love the desserts they have at the cash register. I always like to take a peek to see if my favourites are available!”
“Good local shop. Have most of what you need for slightly-above-grocery-store prices. It's a "conveinience" shop after all, but they do have some good deals on produce and certain items as well. Great when you just need a couple items and don't want to go far. Very friendly.”
“I stopped by last week to grab a few things and noticed some items I’d been searching for, so I planned to return. After a friendly chat and paying for my stuff, the lady suddenly said, “Wait, I want to give you some beans.” I was stunned—me, a beans lover, getting a whole bag for free! This review isn’t about the beans, though—it’s about her genuine kindness and outstanding customer service.”
“Love the store and products but really need to hire competent staff. The amount of times they don't understand basic questions really affects the experience there.”
“Produce prices are reasonable, usually less than Save-On and often much less. Produce is consistently good quality. There are many other grocery items as well - almost always have what I'm looking for, even when it's a bit unusual! Staff are very friendly too.”
“bought a watermelon on Saturday, cut it up on Monday evening and it was already rotten inside BUT I was given another one when I spoke with the manager the following week :) great customer service!!”
“Rent a U Haul van twice from this location. I have good experience both times. The owner is fair with fuel top up and there was no hassle. I advise going to pick up your reservation 5-10 minutes earlier, particularly during month ends. The owners are a couple and one is busy serving both convenience store customers and U Haul reservations while the other checking, cleaning and handling the van maintenance”
“I am not particularly familiar with Caribbean food but they seem to have a wide variety. The store is small but well-stocked. Prices looked very reasonable. Staff were friendly and polite both on the phone and in person. So happy to find the Jamaican patties from The Patty Shop here!”
“Was pleasantly surprised how well stocked it is with so many products from India. Produce seemed fresh and food.the service too was excellent. If I couldn’t find any thing the people were helpful to show me where it was. Will go back there again. Clean friendly store.”
“I went in to get something hot for lunch. A very pleasent and funny young man was working the hot food deli area. I inquired about the bandage on his forhead. He mentioned it was because of a piercing he had recently aquired and it was fround upon by the management. I poke some fun and he laughed with me. He made my day. I hope the company gives this man a raise!”
“Good neighbourhood store, they don’t carry everything but have most things. A little on the more expensive side but the staff are friendly and helpful.”
“The staff are very friendly and helpful. The boy at the billing counter, Muhammed S, was especially kind and polite. He helped me register for more rewards and made the whole process easy. I also noticed that he treats other customers with the same kindness and respect. Excellent customer service!🤩”
“Not sure why the reviews are so bad here. I've been using this pharmacy for many years, and they've always been great to me. Staff has always been helpful and friendly, and the pharmacists all seem knowledgeable and compassionate. No complaints.”
“Great lunch time spot ! Great grocery store ,clean and friendly staff ! I love the sandwiches bar and have been coming for 15 years ! Starbucks located inside and easy to get to with the skytrain right upstairs as it is part of the station! I would recommend”
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