“Shopping at Ingles Markets is always a pleasure, and it continues to be one of my favorite grocery destinations. From the moment you walk in, it’s clear that quality and variety are a top priority. Their produce section is especially impressive—fresh, vibrant, and consistently well-stocked with a wide range of fruits and vegetables. It’s easy to find exactly what you need, whether you’re preparing a simple meal or something more elaborate. One of the standout features is the salad and olive bar, which rivals what you might expect from a high-end gourmet market. Everything is fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully presented. The international cheese selection is another highlight, offering a diverse array of options that are perfect for entertaining or simply treating yourself. Customer service at Ingles is exceptional. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always willing to assist with any questions or needs, making the shopping experience smooth and enjoyable. Additionally, the pharmacy is efficient and convenient—prescriptions are filled quickly, and there’s rarely a wait, which is a huge plus for busy customers. Overall, Ingles delivers a consistently excellent shopping experience that keeps me coming back. Their customer service goes above and beyond to provide you with getting you an answer to your questions. Their gas is always priced a lot lower than the local gas stations. Of you use your Ingles shopping card you'll get $.03 off each gallon. Can't beat that.”
“I love this gas station I've been living here for over 21 years and this is by far the cheapest place to get gas, I hardly need 20$ anymore to fill up my gas tank thanks to all the points Ingles has to offer. Love you guys ❤️”
“The only gas station I go to specifically for the overnight female that works there. Maxx makes my day so much brighter as soon as I walk in and her knowledge on the items in the store helps me get in and out in a timely fashion. The store is always clean and smells great on her shift. She’s an amazing employee. #GoMaxx”
“Great location, friendly staff and clean. My only issue is that the store is often closed during the posted open hours. This is the 2nd time in one month I've pulled up to an empty parking lot and a handwritten sign stating they closed early. Maybe its a staffing issue...”
The Cincinnati-based supermarket giant will open about 110 new stores in fast-growing markets by 2029 and introduce three updated store formats, executives told investors Oct. 20 at the company’s Investor Update in New York. Kroger already runs about 2,700 stores in 35 states. The formats come in three sizes, a bit like small, medium and large, matched to each market. Mary Ellen Adcock, Kroger’s executive vice president and chief merchant and marketing officer, walked through the lineup.
Walmart shoppers want a head start on the holidays, and money explains a lot of it. Some 44% of respondents call affording the holidays their top stressor, and 61% say holiday costs shape their shopping mood. Asked what would make the season easier, 70% picked lower prices and 57% picked more deals and promotions. Convenience ranks lower: 30% want one-stop shopping across categories, and 20% want faster delivery.
Walmart wants your groceries at the door before the ice cream softens. On May 29, the retailer said its 30-minute-or-less delivery had reached 33 U.S. markets, adding a wave of new cities across the Northeast. Shoppers in those areas can order from more than 100,000 items, everything from fresh produce and baby formula to pet food, electronics, cold medicine, and prescriptions. Behind the scenes, the service leans on Walmart's store network and an algorithm that factors in order size, available drivers, and distance from the store.
Trader Joe's keeps adding stores, and shoppers keep showing up. The California grocer has marked nine more locations as "opening soon," pushing its expansion into new corners of the country. The grocer also took first place in the American Customer Satisfaction Index's 2026 supermarket rankings. It has held a spot near the top of that list for years.
Target is rolling out its most ambitious store overhaul in more than ten years, with plans to remodel over 130 locations and open 30 new stores across the country this year. The retailer is also putting money into supply chain technology upgrades to keep pace with how shoppers buy today.
