Love Big Bear. Great prices, lots of local staples. Re: the "I never see white people here" comment, I think a lot of folks just don't notice local grocery stores right away. Took me about a year of living in the West End before Big Bear really clicked for me too. read more

I still genuinely love shopping at this store--it's my go-to and the only convenient, walkable spot where I can grab last-minute essentials since I don't drive. Because of my schedule, I often rely on making it there right before closing. That's why it was so frustrating to see the new police officer working September 12, 2026 around 7:45 PM turn away about 17 to 20 people (including myself) who were trying to get in about 15 minutes before the store actually closed. I've frequently been able to enter 5 to 15 minutes before closing in the past without any issues. Turning away that many customers is a huge hit to business, and honestly, the workers are there getting paid to work until closing time anyway--they want their paychecks to reflect that they worked right up until the doors shut. Moving forward, I really hope management speaks with this new security officer so regular customers aren't locked out early. read more

BB always comes thru.. Great selection of meats & produce. Been there forever. Q: I've never seen a white person in Big Bear.. I know thier in the neighborhood.. what gives? read more

Big Bear has everything you need for the holidays friendly staff and helpful ideas to cook through out the week read more

Big Bear Foods - Grocery Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Big Bear is a reliable place to shop, for the diversity, equity and inclusion people. Convenient and on the transit line are both locations. Not to mention the prices are affordable. read more

Big Bear Foods - Adam-21 Re-Empowerment Agency office - Grocery Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

It was clean and somewhat neat for a small supermarket. The meats looked very fresh too. Floor team wonderful. Cashier not so much. On the cell phone talking about personal stuff. read more

I have been coming to this location since I was little girl with my grandmother. They're meats and fruits are always fresh, friendly customer service and great location! read more

I only go for fruits and vegetables. They often sell the packaged fruits and vegetables past the sell by/ best by/ expiration date. Don't know about other food. I complained, they said they could do it. BE AWARE. read more

I appreciate management for having security on lock. Besides that man they have some good prices! Wish it was closer to where I live but I was really digging the store. Checkout was a little backed up but I've come to the realization that is what happens when you go shopping at the beginning or end of the month. read more

Are you serious came to Big Bear because I was in the area haven't been here since the remodel yes like every thing the prices up a little bit the meat packs a bit skimpy to make the prices look reasonable but still a few dark packs the produce you still have to dig through and find something shelf prices up but you can expect that but them doggon cashiers the same rude as they been forever all I need is hello and thank you not put it up here all this your you gotta push it up in they Mr.T voice never again will I go I would rather drive a little farther i guess the employees have to much run of the place but they do carry a lot of items that's hard to find I just want come back and the place stink read more

First things first. You cannot rank Big Bear against other, major, brand name chain grocery stores. You can't even expect that sort of experience when you walk into its doors. If you're over a certain age and were born and raised in the South, chances are you had a discount grocery store like Big Bear somewhere in or near your 'hood. If your family wasn't able to afford a lot of fresh produce or meats, chances are you shopped at a store like Big Bear growing up. For that reason, I consider the store something of a cultural throwback. It's very popular with 'West-End-ian' seniors who are on restricted incomes - it's a place where they can make their dollar stretch. It's a treat to be able to rub elbows with the seniors there, even though they can git a little ornery if you take too much time at the often-crowded produce section. My personal recommendation? Shop the outside aisles only - meat, produce, some frozen goods - as the products there are significantly cheaper than you will find ANYWHERE else in the city. You won't find exotic offerings here either - just the basics. So fill your basic meat and produce needs at Big Bear and do the rest of your shopping at a big box grocer. The amount you'll save on the Big Bear items makes it worth 2 stops to complete your grocery list. If "female food stampers" (as reviewer David K. so tolerantly describes the patrons there) unnerve you or make you feel a little too self-conscious about your obvious privilege, then it might be best for you to avoid this place. Perhaps you're better off going somewhere where shopping is a pleasure, instead of somewhere were you'll actually have to engage with people who may be of a different gender, color, or socioeconomic background than you are. read more

Big Bear Foods - big bear storefront - Grocery Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I actually enjoy this supermarket, albeit old and dingy. I've been a patron here for many years. They have 12 pack Faygo colas and DIET Faygo cola, my favorites. The only place in Atlanta that I know of that carries them. Some of the meat can be pretty sketchy or is it because the meat coolers look terrible? They always have fresh turkey wings and a big section of smoked meats. I do buy chicken breasts here because they are small sized and well priced but I have to be picky because sometimes they don't look "right". The real star is the vegetables. They have snap beans, okra, collards, fresh herbs, etc, reasonably priced. This is the ONLY place I buy sweet potatoes from. I love sweet potatoes! I'm always amazed at how much food I have for so little money when I'm at the register. I support this store because they are smack dab In the middle of the hood in a food desert. While there is a big chain grocery closer to me, I will always support this store for the service they provide the West End neighborhood. read more

I love Big Bear! I drive cross country to shop there because it's worth it! I get fresh meats and produce. The store has been clean and neatly organized during each of my visits. The cashiers are exceptionally pleasant. They don't roll there eyed when I approach their lane with my basket overflowing. They seem to appreciate the fact that I chose "their" store above all others. My totals with everything in tow, cheat treats included, is always less than I anticipated. It's worth the drive. read more

Great great for meats and produce. I've been going to this place for many years and I've always been treated kindly and the service is great. If you ever want to know what grocery stores must have felt like when the actual founder and owner worked there this is the place. I also enjoy seeing the many different cultures and the people who remind me of my own grandparents. read more

Although I've enjoyed fresh , orange's, broccoli etc., for years @ the West End location. It seem profit over QUALITY is the menu of the NEW BIG BEAR. The clerks are as pleasant as one can want, professional yet, connected to the broader community, which is why the doors are still open. But for me and my Family, we will spend a little more for food that's FRESH and not ROTTED read more

So this store is... interesting. Let me just start off by telling you that this is the store you'll go to when you wanna make soul food. Seriously. I really only ended up here because I needed a couple items for a recipe I was trying and didn't feel like driving all the way to space to get them. This is literally about a 2 or 3 minute drive from my house so I thought I should give it a go, and keep money circulating in my neighborhood at the same time. The produce section is tiny (actually, the whole store is kindof small), and filled with things you see on a Southern Sunday dinner table. They even sell the butter equivalent of "government cheese" lol. I just found that amusing. It could be cleaner, but perhaps it looks more dingy than it is because it's been around since Moses parted the Red Sea and they haven't updated it since. It provided me with what I needed though. I might go back and have a more thorough walk-through one of these days, just to get a better guage of what I can grab in a hurry. read more

Big Bear is the best. It's super convenient when you want to run in and buy enough items for dinner. The butcher counter is unbeatable and I always find super great deals and delicious cuts. The produce is great too and usually it's in-house packaged. I've never had a problem with their staff being discourteous, on the contrary, people are always super nice and helpful. Big Bear feels like a small town country store from years past. I really enjoy supporting local mom and pop establishments and with these prices and convenience, it's hard to beat. I look forward to shopping here for a long time to come. read more

sort of like save-a-lot, but with known brands. Ordinary prices, lower than Kroger or publix. They do have some deals going on like a regular market, not as many as I've seen in publix circular (i.e. Buy one get one free deals) however they're not as large of a chain. The produce was priced decently and looked better than the west end save a lots and mlk Walmart (which is getting better, the GM is there often) anywho, I'll post my receipt. Good service. I encourage the locals to shop here. They have a small beer and spirits selection (all refrigerated). I think there was a butcher. All in all decent market, I do recommend, and I'll be returning of course. read more

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The best of the best cashiers Y'all best folks The big bad so very a new place so very nice everyday I already know that I am Derrick Lewis Sheppard James E Leeks Jr Grand Daddy Is ComeAt Big Bear Supermarket Thursday Right Now & Derrick Lewis Sheppard read more

German chocolate cake at $2. That is my highlight for Big Bear. The produce is hit or miss. If I do just need one or two things, I will stop there but I really do hate that place. Can you say diabetes? They carry a lot of very nasty food products laden with high fructose corn syrup and other crap. I would not recommend this place for real grocery shopping unless you are trapped which I think a lot of their customers are which is why they just keep their shelves stocked with CRAP. They have a big opportunity to serve the neighborhood and fill in where Kroger drops the ball but the owners don't care. You can tell from the inside and the outside of the building. They do have herbs which is awfully nice of them and probably the only place in the West End to cop some for cheap. read more

I'm not sure how they do it but I'm so thankful that Big Bear finds a way to bring fresh produce to the West End at affordable prices. We stop in nearly every other day to see what the options are. read more

This place is what it is , its The Local Chain Grocerry store unlike Krogers they have only 2 locations I usually go to the one on James P Brawdley never been to the one out in Decatur but I can say this is my 2nd choice from Kroger being its soo close to home and the prices aren't too bad , yes they do need to keep it a little more clean . read more

Been shopping here since I waa a little girl with my mom and grandma ... now as an adult... love the service!!

I love Big Bear for its fruit and veggies. I like to juice and do smoothies in my Nutribullet, and it allows me to get so many fruits and veggies for about a week or two, for under 20 dollars. If I'm buying in bulk, I won't go anywhere else. read more

To be honest,iam on a budget,there meat prices are great,you do have to make two shopping stops,,,,,there inside aisles are real high,,,,,,,,i do understand,by it being a small chain store,Some of the cashier,have a ghetto attitude,I over look them,you cant beat the prices on the meat,......I tell any body on a budget,please go,,,As for the ghetto girls,get ghetto with them, read more

I love Big Bear on Candler also, because of produce and butcher shop but the store prices otherwise are too high.

Some thing are a little to pricey. Can goods could be little more cheaper, nice place to shop for meats, but not the ingredients are sides useless vegetables. read more

I purchased fruit from Big Bear on Sunday, April 1st (nectarines, mangos, blue berries, and strawberries. On Monday, April 2nd, I prepared my lunch using the berries in a salad and decided to take a nectarine as a snack. Once I took a bite out of the nectarine, it was brown inside (hindsight is the reason they were 5 for a $1.) On Tuesday, April 3rd, I returned to Big Bear where I purchased the nectarines only to be told that I had three days to return anything once I purchased it. Since I did not have my receipt, the manager said I could not return the items. Remind you, we are talking about $1. Where I actually spent $30 on my visit. REALLY!!!! I am going to cut each one and send photo to the appropriate authorities to see what can be done. I live in East Point, GA and traveled to get to Big Bear because I used to work in the area. read more