IGA Market Blaine is a locally owned grocery store near Blaine harbor, known for its friendly service and good food. It offers scratch-made donuts, fried chicken, deli salads, and hot prepared meals under $20, providing value and quality for the community. The store features a wide selection of meat, deli, dairy, produce, snacks, and staples, making it easy for families to keep their pantry and fridge full. Customers appreciate the loyal, polite staff and the clean environment, though some find the atmosphere bland due to the lack of music and fewer employees. Prices are comparable to larger stores like Safeway and Walmart, but some shoppers feel they are high and prefer to shop elsewhere for better deals or atmosphere. The store could improve with more vegetarian options, especially in frozen foods. Despite some drawbacks, IGA Market Blaine remains a trusted local spot for convenient, quality shopping, with weekly deals available for rewards members.
The woman at the cash register is ALWAYS fantastic and makes me feel good despite the mediocre fresh meats and foods. Also, what happened to the delicious fried chicken a few months ago? The meat tastes really strange now.
November 2024
This store lacks all atmosphere and the employees are hard to come by. There is no music in the store at all which contributes to the bland atmosphere. Let’s just say I was excited to pay and leave. The prices were about on par with Safeway and Walmart but I would prefer Safeway due to the welcoming atmosphere and existence... read full comment
October 2024
Not for the price sensitive shopper. Blaine is a food island. The Employee Staff is Awesome. Loyal, Local, and Polite. Available.
