I went in to grab some avocados, and they were wizened and inedible so I skipped them. I grabbed a…read morecan of refried beans and a small bag of chips. She tried to charge me 3.99 for the beans even though they were labeled 2.86 on the can. She tried to charge 3.99 for a small single serving bag of chips which I just put back. She tried to charge sales tax on both he grocery items and blamed it on "a new system" they have plenty of things they could invest in I'm guessing a POS isn't on the top of their list. When I got home I just noticed the beans had expired almost !8! Years ago. Bought 1/27/25 expired 5/22/2017.

Had a very bad experience shopping here. Wanted to pick up a few cheap items, hot sauce jalapeños…read moreand sour cream. Should have totaled about $10. I was charged $28.45. Of course, I knew immediately I was being robbed, but am I going to make a big stink with the abuela manning the register while also minding two niños? Further, after getting home with my thrice as expensive as they should be groceries, I come to find out they're out of date and the hot sauce is actually molded. And, of course, no receipt and no prices on most of the items. I will never shop here again. You shouldn't either.

This grocery store has a really respectable array of fruits, veggies and dry goods from Asia. A…read moregood amount of pantry staples, although not as vast as selection as say, Viet Hoa. What really shines here? Their food stall. I had the spam musubi and immediately went back inside to get 2 more lol. The person working the window even gifted me shrimp toast, which was very sweet. (The shrimp toast is fire). This is more of a pick up and go kind of spot, although they have stools and a counter if want to eat there. Think cafeteria vibes but not in a derogatory way. They sell out often. I know bc I came here yesterday around 2pm, SO excited for spam musubi, only to learn that they sold out of everything at 1pm LOL. Today? I made sure to get there around 1130am. Was able to get garlic butter shrimp (7 BIG shrimp, so flavorful) served with pasta salad (delicious, I usually do not love pasta salad), and rice. I also got a shrimp lumpia (delicious) and a spam musubi for later. Food was phenomenal as usual. The food scene in Madison is not as robust as other places I've lived, but this place? A gem. Def give them a try. Just don't go too late like I did yesterday.

I've tried a few different things when they do have food it's usually great. The bulgogi has great…read moreflavor and it probably my favorite. I like the katsu but it can be a bit dry. I also tried the bbq pork and it has some great flavor but came out a bit cold. You get a lot of food for the price and everyone is super nice. My main issue is that they sell out quick at times and it can be a bit of a disappointment when they are out of something I was really craving.

Really sweet woman who greets you as you come in. After I purchased all my things she asked me how…read moreI was getting home and once I told her I was biking, she helped me pack everything I had bought into my backpack. Great selection of various fresh and dried noodles (including a whole wall of packaged ramen), some bowls and cookware, sauces and spices, lots of frozen options (dumplings, jajangmyun, mochi, etc). Picked up some fresh packaged meals to make at home. I will be back :)

This is a wonderful Asian food store in Madison. It is clean, well kept, organized, and has all of…read morethe essentials you'd need for Asian cooking. They have well stocked pantry, freezer, and fridge sections. The owner is extremely kind, welcoming, and friendly. Prices are reasonable as well. I frequently stop by on my way home from work, and have only had positive experiences. There's a parking lot that's easy to maneuver as well. I recommend this store to any lover of Asian foods!

This is the best grocery store to get all my essential Korean ingredients and even fun Korean…read morefoods. It is so hard to find Korean pears and Asian sweet potatoes and I feel so lucky that they have it here. I like their various selection of Kimchi and tofu. They have most of the meats needed for any Korean recipe along with many seafood options. They try to keep up with the 'trending' chips and instant Ramen from Asia, so its been enjoyable trying them out. They also have a large selection of nori, seaweed, hot pepper flakes and paste, soybean paste, noodles, sauces, and seasonings. Love the owners and well. Very sweet!

The place is my favorite because of the nice graffiti they got on their wall. Always puts you in a…read moregood mood. I've tried some of the ramen options here like the instant packets. They're better than the ones at the regular store for sure. The cashier is nice peeps too. Definitlet recommend this place.

Unbelievably good! This is the most definitive 5 star review I've written this year. Alimentari is…read moresuch a great addition to the area, and it has quickly become a favorite for me! They offer excellent sandwiches with a menu that updates regularly! Last time I stopped in I enjoyed a prime rib sandwich with a bag of chips! On top of their great food, they have competitive prices and an appealing assortment of deli and Italian cooking ingredients! The vibe of Alimentari is as charming as the food is tasty. The service is also top notch, and employees are happy to answer questions, cut your sandwich in half, or anything else you need to ensure a great experience! Pro tip: take your sandwich to the nearby park for a picnic!

While popping between nearby Colectivo and the adjacent park, we popped into Alimentari out of…read morecuriosity, and somehow left with a pre-made frozen dinner for the evening and a Spicy Soppressata sammy to enjoy alongside the lake mere feet away! While they seem to be known for their sandwiches, and for good reason, they have a lot of great artisanal items rooted in Italian cooking. This includes oils, wines, sauces, spices, treats and more. The "more" also includes fresh-made pasta, hand cut meats and cheeses, gelato and a few other absolutely delish items! Back to that sandwich...we were not hungry, but could not pass up a good sandwich, especially one freshly made on locally sourced and baked bread! The bread was the absolutely star of each bite, I mean...sheesh! The sandwich in full was great, and definitely worth the stop in on its own. The store itself is small, but mighty, and well laid out, stocked with all the goods, flows well, clean and in great condition. Service was stellar as well. We were greeted upon entry, checked on while browsing and chatted up while being rang out. Overall, solid spot for a ready-made meal, a special ingredient, a tasty sandwich, fresh pasta, charcuterie or just to wander around in!

Put your complete trust in this place. Everything is amazing and I'm definitely the catering again…read moreasap. Thank you!!

They have kebabs and shawarmas in the back of the market - delicious and fair priced. They are very…read morefriendly and have a little sitting area for a quick bite to eat. Really fun- they also have a huge selection of tea.

I haven't done a complete perusal of this store -- still need to try out the meats from the meat…read morecounter which based on some other reviews I need to do that soon. But the produce is outstanding. I buy about half of my produce here. They have red jalapenos. O...M...G... they have the red jalapenos. They also have an immense selection of tortillas -- including the super jumbo 14" burrito-sized tortillas that are difficult to find.

Excellent Spanish products food service great take out food . Customer service great meat market…read moreand produce perfect for Latino Spanish clients! Go there every week on Saturdays or Sundays!

I shopped here on Tuesday 6/13/2023. I usually shop at the Whole Foods closer to home, but was in…read morethe area, and decided to grab a few items. I was very impressed with the Madison location. The store was very clean, organized, and well-stocked. They had some great deals on items that were on sale, and it was cool to see some of their local products and other items that are not available at the Whole Foods in Illinois where I live. A shout-out to Kaleb for being an excellent cashier, and to Dalinee at Customer Service. I'll definitely stop by again the next time I'm in the area.

We couldn't resist the Prime Day deal: 50% off ice creams at Whole Foods! We stocked up and…read moreprobably spent around $200 over two weeks! This Brooklyn-based brand, Van Leeuwen has quickly become one of our favorites. Their ice cream is rich, creamy, and made with simple, readable ingredients. Earl Grey. Gooey butter cake and caramelized banana are our favorites! Normally it's $7 to $8 per pint, which isn't bad for the quality, but getting it at half price was amazing. We loaded up our freezer and are still enjoying them on these hot summer days!

I had the pleasure of using Fresh Madison Market for my catering needs at my wedding this May. I…read morecannot begin to express how wonderful everything was. They were honest and upfront about pricing, they provided everything that I could have imagined, the food was some of the best wedding food I had ever tasted and they were considerably less expensive then the other 2 caterers I had to choose from. They provided the cake, cupcakes, and food for my 130 person wedding. They were easy to work with, quick to respond, never made me feel like a burden when I would ask questions. The team is great! Save yourself some hassle, money, and time. Don't overlook this grocery store when looking for your next caterer

This store sits in the former Whole Foods location, with a Mediterranean food truck parked outside…read more(not sure about its hours). I first visited in May for produce but found the quality and selection underwhelming. Later, I heard they stocked some unique ice cream brands, so I went back to check them out. While I appreciate the unique selection, the prices were pretty steep--likely due to tariffs, logistics, and convenience. There was only a couple of customers on a weekday lunchtime, so it was quiet. Since I make monthly grocery runs to Chicago suburbs, I ended up getting my specialty ice creams there instead. I also browsed their hot food bar but didn't find anything that appealed to me. There's also a small cafe attached where they sell baklava and other sweets. On the plus side, the location is very central with plenty of parking.

Great produce and prepared food items - particularly appreciated as I don't cook much or well…read more.. Higher priced than Metro and some items at Trader Jo's, but generally less than Whole Foods and a MUCH better overall shopping experience!

Their produce is awful and has been for years. Definitely gone further downhill since they sold…read more Also fading out so many good brands and replacing with their generic store brand. I go here less and less. this photo doesn't show that there were 2 entire shelves full of rotting berries. They don't even try.