Jim's Foodmart, established in 1969 and family owned, is a well-known grocery store in Houghton that serves the local community and the Michigan Technological University area. The store offers a wide variety of groceries, including everyday essentials, local products, and specialty international items such as Asian and African ingredients. Customers can find a large international aisle with unique and hard-to-find foods, along with local coffee and products. Jim's also features a well-stocked beer, wine, and liquor section, known for its good prices and extensive selection of beers, ciders, and spirits, including 1-liter Buds and international options. The store provides a convenient shopping experience with friendly and helpful staff, making it suitable for quick shopping or full grocery trips. While the grocery prices may be slightly higher than big-box stores like Walmart, the location and support for local business make it a popular choice. Customers appreciate the store’s care for quality, variety, and community, with many noting that Jim’s never disappoints and offers a unique shopping experience.
Slightly overpriced, but extremely convenient and amazingly nice and helpful staff.
April 2025
Great little store, little bit of a bodega vibe but in a good way. I really enjoyed the selection of soda and non-alcoholic drinks as well as the variety of ramen. The staff was friendly and the store was clean. I'll be back again to shop some more.
February 2025
We all love Jim’s (except when they charge you for 10 Reece’s big cups and you only got 9).
