“This place is unreal. It has everything we need as a family that eats high quality food -> Organic and gluten free. We go to the Oak & Spruce resort right down the road often, and we used to buy groceries from Whole Foods in Albany. We didn't realize this gem of a store has literally EVERYTHING WE NEED and more. From grass fed beef, to organic chicken tendies, and a mountain of healthy snack options. In fact, in some ways, it almost doesn't make sense that such a high quality store is out here in the middle of nowhere... BUT I AM GLAD IT IS!!!”
“Exceeded expectations for sure…we had the Nic Griddle sandwich and the corned beef hash and eggs, and both were fantastic. What might seem like a basic diner place takes extra pride in its food. The corned beef hash was diced fine with peppers added, the hollandaise was unique in a great way, and my wife loved the maple flavored muffin for the Nic Griddle. We will be back for sure!”
“This is a great local market that truly has it figured out! Really fresh and hand picked produce, and the prepared foods are to die for! As you might expect, higher prices, but supporting a business like this one is worth it. If you're in the Berkshires, try and stop in! Grab some prepared foods for a hike and enjoy!”
“Guidos, please after shopping at your store for 33 years I wish you would make returning an item a less fraught experience. In the 33 years which I have shopped regularly I can count on one hand the number of items I have returned. Every time I have been met with rudeness. I love your store but sometimes (rarely) an item does not meet your (mine) standards. This happened with your grilled artichokes recently which were really poor. Not a big deal, it happens. I returned it and did not have a receipt although there is no other business that sells these in the area. The manager reluctanty gave me a $6 credit (having deducted the couple of artichokes we sampled). I said thank you, she (tall, thin, blond) walked away without either apologizing or even saying you're welcome. I know this sounds silly, definitely first world problem but Guidos if you're reading this remember - folks like me are your bread and butter throughout the year. Treat your very loyal customers (which I am) and not just the summer time crowd, with a bit more courtesy. Julia Allan”
“This is hands down my favorite store in all the Berkshires. Isabel and Bernie took a good store and, over the past three years, made it iconic. Step by step they modernized it, reimagined the offerings, staffed it with a wonderful team.When most of us were staying home during the pandemic years, they showed up every day, demonstrating to the community that when you are essential, and food certainly is, you serve even at your own peril. Thank you.Contrast it to what we typically find now in the food deserts we call our small towns. At the local "marts" you'll find highly processed foods that are terrible for you. Here, at Loeb's, you can delight in local breads, fresh meats, sandwiches made with love, organic vegetables, food staples that are good for you. All at prices that are reasonable! Who knew it was possible. Bernie, Isabel, all I want for Christmas is for every small town in America to have a store, and store owners, with your vision and dedication to the hard work of being the best you can be. Keep it up. You make the challenge of greatness look so simple when in reality it is an art form.”
“We spend summers in the Berkshires so Big Y is my go to grocery store. I love it! Everyone is very friendly and helpful! A shoutout to Brian C. who knows where everything in the store is!! ?”
“Really great market. The fresh food options are great. The meat and fish counters have a large selection of high quality food. All of the employees are friendly and helpful. I always find something I didn't know I was looking for when I go.”
“Great place to get eggs, baked goods, alcohol...etc.... The owner is quiet but very kind and a great conversationalist.
If you visit Aruba or would like to, he is a wealth of knowledge ...feels good to support a local business whenever we can ?”
“A great little store for the most part - a bit overpriced, but not egregiously so. They have a good selection of dry goods, frozen dinners, produce, etc. and the staff are always quite friendly and helpful. They also host some great community events.It loses some points because it's not actually a co-op in the traditional sense - it's owned by anyone in the community who can pay enough to become an "owner," not by the employees.Also, the cafe and hot bar are ludicrously overpriced and chronically understaffed, and lately the hours have been unpredictable. From what I understand the "owners" have decided that the cafe should be run by one or two people max, leading to long wait times and poor service. The staff are fantastic, but these days I mostly stick to their great selection of premade foods in the cooler.”
“Great small spot to stop on the way to Bousquet Mtn ! or if your staying down in Lee just a short trip for a great sandwich. friendly staff younger women at the front especially. ( i was the green shirt guy if you see this) Corey.”
“I love this place. I don't live in the area but every time I'm here, I make a trip into this magical little store. The bakery, and all its wonderful offerings, are to die for. The cheese department is out of this world and quite frankly, dangerous. I don't even try to control myself. I love wandering the aisles and just grabbing random, interesting items. There are wonderful local items in their freezer meat and dairy case; I've had some of the best raw scallops of my life from their fish department. Their prepared foods are high quality and they even have a great little kitchen supply store. Every person I've ever spoken to there is kind and helpful. If I ever move up here, this store will be one of the major reasons why. It's every food lovers dream.”
“They always have what I need. Everyone is great. Love that Bonnie takes the time to catch things about what i purchased if it's seems not right. Class i especially was grateful she checked them. Customer service is supreme. Love my pharmacy.”
7AM - 10PM
1 Dan Fox Dr, Pittsfield
Grocery Stores
“It's a big store, like really big. Prices don't seem competitive at all. But, it might be only on the items that I would normally buy. Best roasted chicken around the area. Great selection of deli and at normal prices. Produce seems way overpriced compared to Market 32 and crazy overpriced compared to Aldi.”
“The new mgr,there has totally cleaned up the store ,I live near by and go there often and the store has been in bad shape for a long time,I was so surprised to see it looking so good I asked her name and she is the mgr I think it's jessica,I had to tell you because she deserves to know her hard work is noticed in a great way!!!”
“The Main Street Cafe entrance is inside the general store. We ate in the cafe. They had a large selection of sandwiches and wraps, and some special desserts. We enjoyed our sandwiches and got pumpkin bread pudding to take home.”
“This food store was perfectly located near our hotel that included a fridge and freezer and microwave. We saved at least a hundred bucks not having to eat out for lunch. In addition, breakfast was included so we were able to afford a few high end restaurants and taverns within Lenox after Tanglewood performances. This store had everything, including hard liquor! Convenient, clean, friendly staff. Plenty of parking. Also, the CVS is in the same lot!”
“Great cheese, breads and spreads but way too much attitude. I wouldn’t mind spending so much if it felt a bit more welcoming. Not paying to feel like I’m wasting their time.”
“I love to eat at the Y. Come here quite a bit today. I just ran in to pick up a few soda pops they carry. A brand that makes birch beer. Some of the best birch beer I have shoved down my throat. If you like birch beer, you should definitely try these locally made soda pops. Additionally, they make subs in the back. The meatball sub is very good many times they run out of meatballs because it is so popular, I keep telling them you can never have too many balls. Some of the other subs are good. Also never had the pizza or the soup but a lot of people seem to get it overall pretty good store with lots of parking.”