“I moved to Carlisle a few years ago and Fairway is a great part of the community. The staff are friendly and they hire a number of the students from the community. Fairway is not only a great grocery store with a mazing meat market, it is a integral part of the community.”
“A few boxes in the aisles is much better than being shoved out of the way at Walmart in Indianola by the employees filling online orders in those humongous rolling carts. This DG has friendly employees and you will usually find what you need. Employees are filling shelves and when a customer needs checked out quite often the employee has no choice but to leave a box in the aisle because a customer is at the checkout. It's not because no one is stocking or cleaning. The self check really needs to comeback. That will allow more time for employees to stock shelves, empty the box and take it to the back room.”
“Always an excellent experience! Great variety of meats and cheeses. Counter sandwiches are yummy and fresh. Best fresh Mozzarella! Get with somebsliced pepperoni and *chef's ?”
“All Spice is my favorite local business in the Des Moines area! I come every time I’m in town. It is my go to for any and all of my spices. 95% of my spice cabinet comes from this place. Every worker I have ever interacted with is incredibly knowledgable about the product and is so kind. Customer for life!”
“First time shopper, the experience was great and the staff member was really kind and patient. My Kids loved the many different selections of snacks. Will for sure be back.”
“First time there today walked in as strangers. Walked out as good friends. Loved the food the atmosphere the tour of the cooler to see a great Beef product in there? And great food samples. Really loved there homemade Italian sausage. Great group of people. Definitely be back. Sad part was i wasn't in the picture Kent Keech”
“Not one word said to me bout my service animal. Shopped freely. Guess it depends on the side of town and the people who shop there. I will return to this store but will make sure others know of the friendly staff at this store. Compared to the one on the other side of town.”
“Always gotta support Fareway if I need groceries and im on the side of town. And I prefer their meat from their meat counter than hyvee because they usually have more selection.”
“Excellent store to grab dinner: rotisserie chicken, barbacoa, carnitas, rice, beans, tortillas(warmed), guac, salsas all ready to go + great selection of Central American staples”
“Everything there offers an opportunity to make authentic Mexican dishes and the pricing is awesome. They even have a small section of authentic Mexican clay pottery and dishware available for purchase.”
“This review is specifically for Brandy ( sorry if I misspelled your name ) she’s one of the bakers at the bakery & she made my baby shower cupcakes and they came out so beautiful and delicious !! She is an amazing baker and brings things to life with the way you want it to be AMAZING. I recommend her and will continue to go to her for future occasions ! 💗 ( the only picture I got because it was such a busy time but they were beautiful and really set the tone !)”
“Not much else around east side of fairgrounds. HyVee and Fareway all the way east in Pleasant Hill at least a solid 4 miles plus the nasty University Ave race track driving. Anyways, this is a smaller Aldi compared to say Windsor Heights with tons of greater selections plus a huge self service checkout which this location does not have unfortunately. This Aldi is a great GREAT catch all imo for needed items on the way home. Their cashiers are 10 out of 10, everyone of them. Stockers might give the cold shoulder at times, but hey that’s a norm all over these days. Most of the time all regular items in stock, milk, eggs, breads, produce, waters, juices, ice cream (a staple no?), etc., etc. Parking lot tuff sometimes at peak periods and sometimes the typical homeless (according to their handheld signs) standing entrance if parking lot or occasionally at the door. Same thing at QT few blocks east. Store is good because of its location and I don’t wish to go another 10 minutes each way down to Pleasant Hill or 20-25 minutes to Altoona 8th Street shopping area. Go in with a frown and cashiers will turn that around, at least with me anyway.”
“The employees are excellent, kind, and helpful. But not enough of them are staffed and they're made to work too fast. The company is able to afford to staff more employees and should do it - it's the only thing that tarnishes the store's image, in my eyes.”
“Mostly famous family owners Market with prices So So No up,no down, Also security from Des Moines Sheriff Department to keeping protection to customers. On Historic Oak Park Mall.”
“Found Double Dragon while cruising. Went in and it gives me early 2000s SF Bay Area Asian market vibes. Packed aisles with everything that you know you need and a lot of what you didn't know that you needed. Fresh vegetables and herbs on the south and east sides of the market, fresh noodles on the back, north has all types of proteins both fresh and frozen. Pricing is competitive and selection is abundant! Staff is always kind and helpful. Note: they stay busy and their time is valuable. Respect it! I'll have to try the baked items at the counter next time. I really like this place. Seasoning selection alone needs it's own review post. Enough reading, just go!”
“the food is always great and there are many other treats and drinks you can buy in-store. Staff is always friendly, I love taking with Alondra in there when I'm able to!! i recommend getting quesabirria but if you're not all that hungry at the moment but still want something refreshing, try the esquites!!”
“This place is amazing! They have everything! And the price is always so reasonable...actually beyond reasonable. I go in with a shopping list and if I don't know where it's at....they will run and show me where it's at. They are so nice and I will never stop going here.”
“This is one of our favorite Hispanic grocery stores! The owners are always so kind, welcoming, and friendly. Every visit feels like you’re being treated like family. Their carnitas are absolutely delicious and are my parents’ favorite. We always enjoy stopping by for great food and excellent customer service. Highly recommend!”
“Great Hy-Vee did not think they ge this elaborate they have their own candy shop like extravagant and own beauty area like any other high end retail store .also sales specialty soda Polly's pop check out Polly's pop products such as Polly q sauce own BBQ sauce and pioneers spring water at Hy-Vee locations all around”
“The people are so friendly here if they don’t have what you want, they will definitely get it! They always go above and beyond for all of their customers!!! This is my go to place and has been for years!!!!”
“This is for the woman working on 3/28/26 who rang up and bundled my flowers for me. Despite how busy the store was at the time she radiated a contagious joy that you couldn’t help but smile along with. I think she somehow made my flowers prettier just by being around them❤”
“I love Dollar General 1803 West 2nd avenue in indianola iowa. The staff are so amazing. I was there last week and saw that things were going to he changing. We walked into Dollar General on 2ndAvenue, and we wete so wonderful surprised.. they remodel the whole place. It looks so amazing. Thank you for keeping this Dollar General and making it look so nice. Charisse Ozella ??”
“Great customer service. Huge remodel!!! Updating my review because I love the new look. Hispanic bakery in the back has delicious sweet fresh pastries and breads.”
“I've only been here a few times and can say it's a small store but they are super nice and respectful. They let me bring my dog in when it was cold outside and have reasonable prices on some items. A full 25 lb bag of rice for 25 bucks is pretty worth it to me.”
“The sympathy floral vase that was ordered was gorgeous and personalized to fit our relative's interest. Dottie was A-One to work with on this order! Highly Recommend to others!”
“Small store with some hard to find African food and products. Still think they need more items though. Good prices. Parking is in the back of the store then you walk around to the front entrance. Friendly staff and excellent customer service.”
“Yesterday I went shopping in the morning, a cashier helped me with hairy hair, the lady wanted to charge me more apart from that, she has no way to attend to her. I started to tell her that she was carrying so much because she was charging me so much and she said that's what she wants to carry or not, very rude, I'm not coming back. return”
“The store has the good quality food. They provide service in timely manner and I would recommend this store based of a best experience in DES MOINES AREA They are welcoming”
“Best pharmacy ever. Very personable and friendly. They see me walking up and already know who I am and get my Rx prepared. They are so good that a couple employees even remember my kids names and grab their Rx once they see me! (and my kids don't even have the same last names as myself). Efficient, they work hard to make things smooth and easy on the customer. Been going to them for years. Only downfall is no drive thru.”
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