“Very interesting shops supporting homesteading skills. There is one shop for quilting, sewing, etc. There is a shop with toys, canning supplies, animal care items, etc., and the last shop is a market. The market has a variety of locally made items, kitchen items, and hard to find healthy food products. Starting in March, they will have a farmer's market as well. Very friendly and helpful staff as well.”
“The Corner Stop ★★★★☆ (4/5) This visit wasn’t just about food—it was about paying attention. Pulling into the parking lot, the first thing that showed up was the smell. Not subtle, not neutral—heavy, oil-forward, loud. For some, that’s the signal to go in. For others, that’s enough information to pause. That moment matters. Inside, the setup is clear: hot case, volume cooking, fried rib tips front and center. No confusion about the identity of the place. What I Ordered * Spicy fried ribs (small) * Peach cobbler * Tea cakes * Pecan pie (did not finish) The Food Spicy Fried Ribs The ribs didn’t land for me the way the reputation suggests. * Visually: dry, heavily breaded, small meat-to-bone ratio * Taste (no sauce): flat, not much going on * Taste (with sauce): improved, but more covered than elevated The structure felt like it depended on sauce to come alive. And because they’re held in a hot case, not cooked to order, texture and moisture take a hit. That’s part of the system. Peach Cobbler This was solid. Warm, sweet, and actually delivered on flavor. No complaints here. Tea Cakes These were the standout for me. Simple, clean, and worth coming back for on their own. Pecan Pie Too filling-heavy for my preference. Not enough pecan presence, so I passed on it. The Experience Service was excellent. Friendly, welcoming, and patient. That part is real and deserves to be said. There’s also something else worth noting: this place clearly means something to people. The reviews reflect loyalty, history, and community—not just taste. That’s part of why it’s lasted. Final Thought This is one of those spots where two things can be true at the same time: * A lot of people genuinely love it * This particular experience didn’t fully connect for me No attacks, no hype—just a report of what actually happened from start to finish. I’d come back… just not for the ribs.”
“Jillian helped me find an amazing cologne and made the whole process easy. He was knowledgeable, professional, and picked out a scent that fits me perfectly. Great customer service and attention to detail. Highly recommend asking for Jillian if you’re looking for a new fragrance!”
“Our church Bought a new fridge from them. They ordered it and was here in about a week. Came out when said, delivered new fridge, and took away old. Also had them service our ice machine. A week later a part went out and they took to shop and replaced for free! Excellent service, would recommend, and use again!”
“We love Aldi where ever we travel, but I simply do not understand why the Corn Square cereal boxes are always smashed to Hell in every store I have ever been to.”
“Thank You Natural Grocers for a infusing Waco with super delicious, super healthy, organic, vegan foods and personal products and household cleaners. This store supports human health, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability. Everything in the store is priceless. Veganism and Organic Sustainability is the only way to heal the planet. This store is the best healthcare. This store is the solution to solving almost all problems in existence.”
“A nice little deli / meat market that also carries lots of sauces and seasonings. It was literally the ONLY place I found Corned Beef recently! Great staff too. They just need a sign along Lake Air Drive.”
“Love this HEB location everytime Im in Waco, between that and there options of groceries. Flaming Bird is a must before I leave . Thank you for keeping up with everything management and employees. ??”
“The town of West, Texas is a speed trap for Kolache fans! Everybody plans a Kolache break at West, Texas on their IH35 road trip. 24 Hour Czech Stop Travel Store with 6 Shell Gas pumps ( *No Diesel ) is right along the frontage road at Oak Street in West. 2 bathrooms inside. If you drive RV, or Towing, the Czech Stop oversize parking is across the street with large signs. CZECH STOP has beers, singles or packs. Many types of bottled soft drinks, waters, etc. Kolaches, sandwiches wrapped to-go, baked goods, snacks. Road trip needs & souvenirs, tee-shirts, etc The LITTLE BAKERY is next to Czech Stop, open daytime hours only. Separate sales from the travel store. Has customer bathrooms also. Little Bakery has Kolaches, Klobaznikis, Cakes, Cupcakes... also Deviled Eggs, Greek Yogurt parfaits, Fruit cups, veggie sticks snacks, and Sandwiches wrapped to-go. Sugary stuff & healthy stuff! At closing time, baked goods are moved over to the Czech Stop ( fresh & day-old discounted ). But finding a Kolache at 1AM is rare! *Life hack: The overflow parking might be easier to park & depart, just be careful crossing the street. The gas pump area gets pretty crazy at times.”
“Went here because my car wouldn't start so I had to get it towed to the house and they was nice to let me call and have it towed to the house thanks for that”
“Just needed two tomatoes on my way home from work and didn't want to have to drive an extra 5 to 10 mi to a regular grocery store. This place was great, they had tomatoes and I could either buy a sack with five or six tomatoes or they made up a smaller sack just for me with two tomatoes”
“It's been a privilege and a pleasure working with Vorie, her staff, her store, the services they provide thier customers - and being able to provide financing for them since 10/2025 for thier equipment. Vorie and her staff are a 1st class operation all the way!”
“One of the nicest, most genuine people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. It's been years since I've had it, but i still think about the strawberry cake, muffins, soup, and other food she'd make!Outstanding quality!”
“Located in the back, middle of Spice Village. All the oils and vinegars can be sampled (pour in little cups or with pieces of free bread). They have a nice selection of fruity (e.g., cherry, coconut, raspberry, peach) and aged balsamics and spiced olive oils. It’s hard to tell the ingredients and where they come from, which I would like to see (website doesn’t seem to provide either).”
“i dont know his name but it was about a month ago and he was extremely rude and screamed at me, havent seen him at the store since so he mustve got fired, so 5 stars for me”
“Honestly it's just a little store but what made it a good experience for me is the baddie that was behind the counter. The music she played and her kindness was on par”
“I had to get dog food. Just a small bag that would last until I could get the premium food from the feed store. Naturally the small bags are a little expensive. But hanging on the shelf were coupons for $3-4 off witch made the deal just right.”
“Love that they have got the market. I don't always want to drive to town and can get most things or something that will work if I don't have everything I need.”
“Ashly your customer service is always soo exceptional and contagious. Your doing a fantastic job maintaining the store and customer flow. Keep up the great work!”
“My car broke down in this area and the owner was very hospitable and generous enough to allow it to be parked there for several days until a wrecker could be afforded! They have everything you could want here, friendly staff, and there is also Grady's Grub food truck out back! Might I also add they do have all grades of Gas available! Stop By, grab some custom looking sun shades and a cool drink!”
“First visit since the most recent remodeling. Outside cart returns were much needed. More of a grocery store like feel, which is a plus. Makes finding what you're looking for better and checkout has improved as well. The self-checkout register only accepts card only, but subject to change at a later update. Overall, I'll continue to return. Keep up the good customer service. Thank you.”
“I come in this Dollar General almost everyday for something. The staff is so friendly. Especially Ashley! She is always helpful when im looking for something. If they don't have it she helps me find something close to it!”
Walmart wants your groceries at the door before the ice cream softens. On May 29, the retailer said its 30-minute-or-less delivery had reached 33 U.S. markets, adding a wave of new cities across the Northeast. Shoppers in those areas can order from more than 100,000 items, everything from fresh produce and baby formula to pet food, electronics, cold medicine, and prescriptions. Behind the scenes, the service leans on Walmart's store network and an algorithm that factors in order size, available drivers, and distance from the store.
Trader Joe's keeps adding stores, and shoppers keep showing up. The California grocer has marked nine more locations as "opening soon," pushing its expansion into new corners of the country. The grocer also took first place in the American Customer Satisfaction Index's 2026 supermarket rankings. It has held a spot near the top of that list for years.
Target is rolling out its most ambitious store overhaul in more than ten years, with plans to remodel over 130 locations and open 30 new stores across the country this year. The retailer is also putting money into supply chain technology upgrades to keep pace with how shoppers buy today.
Kroger is spending $112 million to build two new stores and renovate 15 existing locations across central and northwest Ohio. The company calls it a "record-breaking" commitment to the region. The two new Kroger Marketplace stores will rise in Canal Winchester and Delaware, Ohio, each costing roughly $30 million to build. Kroger broke ground on the Canal Winchester location on March 19 at the southeast corner of Diley Road and Greengate Boulevard. The 118,000-square-foot store is expected to open in late fall 2026 and will create around 250 jobs.
Loblaw Companies Limited is putting serious money into its retail network this year. Canada's largest food and pharmacy retailer announced it will spend $2.4 billion in 2026 to open new stores, renovate existing locations and strengthen its supply chain. The company plans to open 70 new stores in 2026. That includes 34 Shoppers Drug Mart and Pharmaprix pharmacies and care clinics, along with 31 hard-discount No Frills and Maxi grocery stores. On top of the new openings, Loblaw will renovate another 191 stores and continue construction on a roughly 1.2 million-square-foot automated distribution center in Caledon, Ontario.
