We went to Whole Paycheck to get Banana Leaves (i'd seen them in the produce section one) and were…read moreunsurprised when we discovered they only carry them on occasion. I was surprised that the produce woman sent me to ZZ's - never heard of it. We drove up and I was sure I was the fool of a cruel bougie-grocery-store joke. Nope. ZZ's is awesome, and proves that YOU CAN NOT JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER. This is the best spot we've found in the area for "ethnic" produce i.e. banana leaves, taro root, shiso, thai basil, fava beans, green almonds... I mean, the works! Not only that, they have a lot of chilies, onions, canned latin and middle eastern foods, and the only mission-style sized tortillas i've seen outside of San Francisco. If you're a serious cook you will absolutely love this place. A COOKS MUST!

Their produce are definitely way better than the grocery-chains. You can also find those rare…read morefruits and veggies that you can't find in regular stores. Their prices are very good as well. I'd rather shop here because they're more delicious and I also would rather support local businesses. Thank you ZZ's!

This small family market is the exciting reason to support local businesses. Adam has dedicated his…read moremarket to local farms and services. His family is amazingly kind and helpful. I will always get my restaurants Michigan produce from here.

I love the vibe here! This is a cute local grocer that has prepared, local, fruits, veggies, and a…read moresmall selection of cheeses/meat/ spices/ dry goods. They carry some zingermans products and their catering is very convenient around the holidays. They carry Christmas trees in the winter and lots of herbs, flowers, etc outside in the warmer months. I *love* their quiches. They have become a holiday staple in our family on Christmas and Thanksgiving morning. Lately I've been coming for postpartum prepared meals because I know their ingredients are decent. Everything is a bit pricey, but I know the stuff is quality and we've had such a good experience with their catering department. That we will be shopping here for a long time.

Fun specialty grocery store! They live up to their namesake of Produce Station with a beautiful…read moreselection of fresh fruits and veggies, with a lot of local sourcing. Only place in town I could find rhubarb the last week of March - Michigan grown! I was surprised but delighted to browse their extensive selection of craft beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages. This is definitely a good place to go if you're looking for something fun to try, or to bring something unique to a dinner party etc. They also have meat, dairy, a lot of ready-mades, and a nice looking salad bar. It is overall more expensive than other grocery stories, but presumably shopping here is supporting a local business and local farmers.

Quick little update 5 years after my last to say they're still just as amazing as always, expanding…read morequite a bit of their offering since last I reviewed. First I was so excited to see strawberries in stock, given they have had such a rough crop this summer. And not only did they have them but they had quite a bit! They're small but mighty delicious! Also, love all the local brands/makers they carry and they just keep upping their game outside of produce as well. In particular I'm mightly geeked that they carry Bird Dog Baking from Ypsi (love their rye teacake), White Lotus Farms (my husband can't stop raving about the pistachio blackberry croissant I brought him), Why Not Pie?, Harvest Kitchen, and more. And of course, my beloved Crust. Everyone here is so kind. The mission is so important. And their products are so great. Love having them so close by!

I travel regularly to Argus from Jackson to buy local organic produce; being a vegan, I can't…read morestomach the idea of eating grocery store food. This is as local as you can get, without visiting the farm personally. They also have a great selection of locally sourced meat and dairy; and a cozy enclosed patio to enjoy a coffee and a fresh pastry. The vibe is earthy and relaxed, without a red cap in sight. If you care about your food, you need Argus in your life.

I've always had the best experience here, but today especially. I was running around after my…read moreworkout and I wanted to get myself some iced coffee and needed some filtered water. Once I got to the register with my items, my tap to pay was not working. Amber at this store was an angel sent from above and was able to pay it for me (I Venmoed her back don't worry). I've been coming here for all 4 years of college and now 2 years post grad. Can not say a bad thing

Wow this place reminded us so much of Sprouts! The layout is soo similar and the food…read more There is plenty of parking and lots of grocery carts! We found some unique sweet potato chips and some fruit (the blueberries were 2 for $5). We also tried the blueberry muffin (it is ok, a little too moist for a muffin). The selection is great and prices are slightly better than Whole Foods.

Amazing. Love the idea of supporting small and local farms. The cafe also works to support local…read morefarmers as well. Our cappuccino and caramel coffee were delicious. Great ambiance and community spot.

This cute little neighborhood grocery store and coffee shop is an Ann Arbor icon for stocking…read morelocally made premium food. Great if you need a host gift to take with you. They work hard to create community by hosting board game nights and other events especially in the basement and by having no laptop tables in half the upstairs to encourage conversation. Service is good. Only 4 stars instead of 5 because parking is very limited and those premium ingredients come at a premium price.

I never seen the market before and I found it quiet interesting. It remind me of whole foods which…read moreis in California. I was in the area and decided to walk in and see. It looked so cute from the outside and fancy at the same time. I was right , it's fancy for sure. I fell in love when I saw the $10 cherries, I knew it was going to be the top of the line fruit. They have a wine part that looks like something you would see in the movies, you the when the actor/actress are walking in the store and the store is amazing and you think this store can't be real, it's real ladies and gentlemen. The people are super helpful and nice. They have a chip isle with no chips you would recognize ie Doritos, Cheetos etc. they have all the health chips and snacks. Their cheese area is crazy amazing, if I could I would taste everything lol. The butcher part is something to see too right along with the area you can buy hot food. Everything I bought was good and I was excited and still excited til this day.

Pricey specialty grocer. They have excellent quality produce and some really nice, albeit…read moreexpensive, prepared foods. They also have an exceptional wine selection. They also carry baked goods and various other prepared foods from local businesses like Zingerman's and Avalon. They do $6 sushi rolls after 8pm every night as well as some excellent deals on baked goods (50% off). The sushi is usually $11-15 a roll so the discount is great. It's not the best sushi in the world but it's very good for grocery quality. Otherwise, they (unsurprisingly) mostly carry organic and small-business brands. They have good sales sometimes but even then you can expect prices to be about 25% higher than what you'd see at a "normal" grocery store. Overall it's a fun place to go if you want high quality products but it's not really a feasible substitute for everyday shopping due to the prices. Will go back for the sushi at a minimum!

Quaint place with fresh fruit and veggies inside and lots of flowers outside (not as many…read morehouseplants)! Parking in front. It's a fun place to browse.

A great place to get amazing seasonal produce, flowers, canning supplies, Calders milk, butters ,…read moreJared jams and jellies.. the staff is very helpful and friendly and the local produce us top notch!

I have had many moments of grace at Trader Joe's in Ann Arbor. They have treated me with kindness,…read morepatience and humanity in moments of what could be incredibly stressful. The cashiers and management have had my back. With the students back, it has been more crowded than I've ever seen it. I'm still adapting to the new layout. But at its core, the people who work there are kind, human and graceful. And the store has policies that allow for it. Thank you Trader Joe's.

Trader Joe's continues to shine. I always say that their employees are the nicest , and I know…read morethey're playing it up a bit for show, but it's definitely a good show they're putting on! You're lucky if the cashier will even give you eye contact at most grocery stores, so the customer service and their overall friendliness is where TJ excels. I dropped in to pick up a few things to bring for a small gathering in Ann Arbor. I didn't need a ton of items so I was in and out pretty quick but some seasonal items always catches my eye, so I of course bought more than I needed. All in all another solid TJ.

My partner attended the University of Michigan for undergrad all the way through her PhD (roughly…read more10 years). When I met her in 2018, she introduced me to the wonderful place that is By The Pound (we affectionately refer to it as BTP), and it was always a treat to visit. We always stocked up on their candy (which, by the way, is of the highest quality and with EXTREMELY fair prices), coffee, almost any flour you can think of, and any odd spice that you may need. If you only need a tablespoon of something for a recipe that isn't in your cupboard, you don't have to go to Meijer and buy a whole bottle of something you'll rarely ever use! The employees are all very friendly as well. Whenever you need assistance, they go above and beyond to help. Since, we moved to Athens, GA, and BTP is at the top of the list (right next to Sparrow Meat Market) of stores we miss. We often talk about tossing our graduate degrees and just opening up a bulk foods shop here in town. We miss having this resource at our fingertips. The past 2 years, we return to the Michigan area during the winter holidays and always make sure to stop at BTP. Their treats make great stocking stuffers, and I ALWAYS have to stock up on those dark chocolate coconut clusters (I just finished the last one -- hence writing this review -- and I'm sad I can't find anything like them on the internet or here in town). Anyways, highly, HIGHLY recommend By The Pound.

A friend turned me into this place! A little of everything packed into this cozy well located…read morespace. Loads of dry goods in terms of food including nuts, lentils, beans, cereals, flour (all kinds), teas, spices, candy but also some liquids - honey, vanilla extract, etc. love that I can choose my own amount 1/4 lb 1/2 lb etc. but now super conscious when I'm using too much plastic bags. Price are decent - you pay a little more for convenience of options. Employees are friendly and helpful. This is my new go to for Brazilian nuts, split peas, dark chocolate covered cherries, and more ! Conveniently located off Stadium & South Industrial. Highly recommend