βActually an eastern European & Balkan & Turkey store, not just some russians pretending to be Europeans. Smallish, but you can find some pretty interesting stuff here and broaden your horizons a bit.β
9AM - 8:30PM
4580 Duke St, Alexandria
Supermarkets
βNo complaints... Aldi is the no-frills, minimum investment for highest yield grocery store
A lot of random, one shipment only finds...
Housewares include pots, pans, silverware, glassware, mugs, coffee station supplies, bakeware and baking supplies
Also gardening tools and supplies... seriously!
They have indoor and outdoor furniture and even plants, flowers, herbs in pots and bouquet flowers!
They have greeting cards for holidays and special events
U can almost always find organization gadgets and items
They have some supplies for vehicles
They have pet toys, gadgets and supplies
This truly is 1 of the most random store I've seen! All stores don't have same inventory; some have larger selections
BUT a lot of stuff is low quality soooo choose wisely!
But it's best 2 shop within first week or so, when items come in season because employees say they can't order additional inventory
AND their systems are so antiquated that data isn't accurate... systems may show amount in stock but store may be sold out!
βββ READ FOOD LABELS βββ A LOT of items have genetically modified ingredients! Also bio-engineered ingredients!!!β
βThis place is a great place to get fresh meats. They explained things to me about the meats. They helped me pick out seasonings and marinades for the meats. I will definitely be coming back again. When you walk in, you do not smell any hint of meat smell like you would in a regular grocery store. They even cut my rack of lamb up for me.β
βIt was the best food , specially the Godn tibs which is recommended by the server. The server was very knowledgeable about the foods and gave us an excellent service,β
βWorld Food / Alem Gebeya is more than just a store — it’s a true community hub for Ethiopian and Eritrean families in the DMV area. The owner is incredibly kind, and the customer service is always A+. They carry everything from fresh injera and gluten-free injera (the best you’ll find anywhere in the DMV!) to quality meat, spices, and other authentic food products. It’s the perfect place to shop for all the essentials, and you always feel welcomed like family. Highly recommend!β
βReally Great store I give it a 10/10, great prices and you have a variable of foods available. Staff is really friendly and ready to help out. Really recommend this place.β
βAmazing customer service, a true neighborhood gem. Very kind staff and owner. Everything you need for cooking, baking, entertaining all in one place. Meat is fresh and prepared with care by the butcher. Great local business to support.β
9AM - 8:30PM
425 E Monroe Ave, Alexandria
Supermarkets
βI love this store. The staff are very efficient and friendly. It also has self checkout so even if the line is long the wait isnβt. The prices are also considerably less than the big name stores.β
9AM - 8:30PM
8256 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria
Supermarkets
βThe parking lot is sketchy, there’s homeless folk, drug users and people begging for money passing through. Thankfully, the security guards and hard working staff here make up for it with their smiling faces, positive attitudes and efficiency. There’s a Hispanic lady who’s manager during the day. I can’t remember her name but she went above and beyond to help me locate my cell phone after I accidentally left it in a shopping cart. In my experience, customer service here is excellent and continues to exceed my expectations.β
9AM - 8:30PM
6218 N Kings Hwy, Alexandria
Supermarkets
βSpacious and clean atmosphere. Good selection on most major grocery brands and priced below othe major grocery stores in the area. Surprisingly good produce selection.β
βFood Lion staff is unmatched, at this location from the store Store Manager Ms. T down to the sales floor associates, staying ready and their level of courtesy and assisting and engaging with customers is above and beyond!! I wanted to point them out for their Amazing work they committed to making a difference in grocery shopping everyday!
They build neighborly relationships and it makes me happy to see that each encounter matter to them.
Keep up the greatness!β
βMoroccan Market really feels like home. You can find real Moroccan products, good spices, and familiar flavors that remind me of Morocco. the quality is great, and the people are very welcoming. Iβm happy to have a place like this nearby. Highly recommend.β
9AM - 8:30PM
6129 Backlick Road, Springfield
Supermarkets
βLooks a bit run down, but clean, well-stocked, and great prices. Meat prices are better than Lidl, as are frozen foods. No self-checkout, so the lines sometimes get long, but the cashiers are fast and they are good about opening other lines. I only go to Giant for pharmacy and things Aldi's doesn't carry.β
βGreat Place to shop. You will find most of west African foodstuffs.The real problem is like with all African store the high price. On average, African stores tend to be more expensive than their counterpart: Hispanic, Asian and American groceries.This is really awkward, if we know that Africans make less than all than all these ethnicities.β
β(Translated by Google) The tamales are delicious, good prices, they have a little bit of everything(Original)Los tamales son deliciosos, Buenos precio, tienen de todo un pocoβ
βDuring our purchase, we encountered an unfortunate situation where the atta bag we bought was discovered to be opened upon lifting it into our car. When we attempted to return it, the manager, along with other staff members, displayed rude and unprofessional behavior. They declined responsibility, stating that the issue occurred outside the store and was therefore not their concern. However, it was the exceptional assistance of the counter lady that salvaged the situation. Her efficient and customer-oriented service stood in stark contrast to the manager's dismissive attitude. It was only due to her intervention that the problem was eventually resolved. The conduct of the manager and some of your staff members were unfair. The role of a manager should be centered on conflict resolution and customer satisfaction, not dismissive behavior that drives customers away. I hope this feedback prompts a reevaluation of the store's customer service policies and staff training, as this incident reflects poorly on the store's reputation and has resulted in the loss of a loyal customer.My review is for improvement for betterment.β
βThis place has great meat for making carne asada. They cut it to order and it is always tender. Their avocados are also amazing. Very big and delicious. The people behind the meat counter speak mostly Spanish but a little English and i generally have no problems ordering what i need from them.β
βThe owner of the store never is consistent with there store hours of operation. They open and close there Mart whenever they see fit and they don't care about inconviencing there customers whatsoever!!!β
βI came across this store while looking for Queso Seco. A cheese thatβs hard to find. Not only did they let me try it to make sure I liked it but the employees were very kind. It made me feel like they cared for my customer satisfaction. Will be coming here to buy my cheese and some other Mexican groceries that have been hard to find.β
βGreat experience at India Bazaar Springfield as an Instacart shopper. Roop was really helpful with finding items and made the whole shopping much easier. She was very polite and friendly too. Really appreciate the support thank you!β
βA great community market with food a many places in the world, focused around Ethiopia. When I came in I was greeted and given suggestions based on my likes. They took the time to cook up my food, put on traditional spices, and make sure the experience was amazing! Great attitudes, amazing people, a strong pulse of the community!β
9AM - 8:30PM
7008 Columbia Pike, Annandale
Supermarkets
βMy experience with Aldi has been consistently positive, making it my go-to grocery store. The standout feature is undoubtedly their affordability without compromising on product quality. Aldi's commitment to providing budget-friendly options while maintaining high standards is truly commendable.The store's layout is efficient, creating a streamlined shopping experience. The smaller selection of products compared to larger supermarkets actually makes the decision-making process easier. I appreciate the focus on essentials and the inclusion of unique, often organic, items that cater to various dietary preferences.Aldi's commitment to sustainability is evident, with an emphasis on reducing packaging and offering reusable bags. The checkout process is swift, thanks to their no-frills approach. The staff is generally friendly and efficient, contributing to the overall positive shopping atmosphere.In conclusion, Aldi has consistently delivered on its promise of providing quality products at affordable prices. The shopping experience is straightforward, and the store's dedication to sustainability adds to its appeal. Aldi remains a top choice for those seeking a cost-effective yet quality grocery shopping experience.β
βGreat friendly people at the counter. They even make fresh sandwiches. Nice place to pick up last minute wine. The laundry is inexpensive and the results are great!β
βThis store lowkey does not pass the vibe check.
TL:DR - Hiring process is crap and annoying to deal with, Hispanic section is good, and their donuts are AMAZING.
Come here AT LEAST for the donuts, fr worth it.
8 of my friends (9 including me) never got any kind of response when we applied to work here, plus the managers always seemed to mysteriously unavailable to be spoken to.
I've literally called the store, got told to call back the next morning, called the next morning, "Manager on vacation" :/
when will they be back? " X date." Thanks so much.
Called back on X date, "She'll be here tomorrow morning" thanks.
Calls back tomorrow morning, "Hi, not here. Call again tomorrow morning."
At which point I came INTO THE STORE to speak with this elusive hiring manager, just to be told that they were on vacation and won't be back for a while.
: )
So suffice to say, hiring process seems messy, outdated, unreliable, and flat out non-functional at times.
The website needs to be updated, the employees need proper customer service training because regardless of what I'm calling about, and who's answering, it's always in a tone that sounds like I might aswell be interrupting a neurosurgeon mid incision.
The only redeeming quality of this store is what it sells, and I'm not talking standard groceries.
Not only does Shoppers have a decent spread of hispanic foods, ingredients, drinks & snacks, but it's also got some of, if not THE BEST donuts you could buy from a store.
The donut chains like Dunkin or Krispy Kreme got nothing on SFW donuts, they got Croissant donuts (Cronuts), marble iced, Holland Creme (my favorite), jam filled, lemon pudding filled, boston creme, and of course all your standard donut types like powdered, brown sugar, plain and glazed, not to even mention some specialty ones they have on occasion like the apple pie filled brown sugar, or marbled icing cronuts.
Plus they're reasonably priced, which automatically raises the rating for me.
(Next I get donuts I'll snap some pictures and add them!)β
βI've ordered dinner from Rahama a few times over the past couple of months. I was satisfied every time, I don't have any complaints. The food was tasty, hot and well portioned. I tried the spicy kebab this evening and loved it. My favorite so far is the cassava leaves with fufu, goat & chicken. Peanut soup is very good as well. Well spiced food, try and you won't regret it.β
βLa Latina may be small, but she is powerful! I found a variety of tablet chocolates from Mexico, Colombia and El Salvador, to melt into delicious hot chocolate. Can't wait for a really cold, preferably snowy, night!β
βThis place is packed with options! The case lot sales spill onto the sidewalk and provide steep discounts (with tax free benefit). The cashiers are friendly and the store is clean. I did see a short female employee walking around with a “thuglife” t shirt on though, interesting they don’t have a basic standard acceptable outfit policy for employees.β