Genesee Valley Center is a large shopping mall with over 1.3 million square feet and 125+ retailers. It is anchored by Macy’s and JCPenney, with Barnes & Noble located in its Outdoor Village. The mall features one-of-a-kind shops and newly opened stores. It hosts many free community events, including an outdoor summer concert series and kid-friendly programs. The mall is described as clean and pretty with good shopping options and helpful staff in the stores. Visitors note it has great anchor stores and decent options. However, many reviews observe that there are a lot of empty stores and it is less busy than in the past. Some areas, like the parking lot, appear unkept and empty, while cleanliness, particularly in bathrooms, is sometimes found lacking. The food court is noted for having very few choices, though some food items receive praise. Overall, it remains a place where families can have a good time, but there is a shared hope that it will bounce back, see a return of stores, and receive renovations to become more inviting.
