Food Basics is a grocery store known for its variety and affordable prices. Customers appreciate the friendly environment and the range of items available, which often encourages spontaneous purchases. While the store offers decent food options at reasonable prices, some reviews mention the need for more ethnic food choices, especially halal meat, which is limited to pricier brands. The store has undergone renovations, improving its cleanliness and shopping experience, though it can still be crowded. Prices can sometimes increase unexpectedly, such as on Tuesdays when a student discount is supposed to apply. Overall, Food Basics provides good deals and is a convenient option for students and everyday shoppers, despite occasional concerns about cleanliness and limited ethnic selections.
This is a nice store. But my rating is solely based on my pleasant interactions with the cart-person, Bill. He is a lovely human who makes for great conversation! He genuinely makes shopping here a better experience, because he exudes kindness. :)
January 2026
It's a well appointed grocery store, clean, well laid out amd reasonably priced.
December 2025
Often good sales, nice selection of Canadian products as well as International foods.
