This is a bit of a random one! Everyone sort of knows what they are getting with big chain…read moresupermarkets. They try but to make themselves as attractive as possible with deals and convenience but to be honest there isn't that much competition on this side of town. There's two Tesco stores within about a mile radius of this shop but that's all I can think of. We decided to visit Asda on Monday evening for a wee change from the norm and I have to say I was impressed, well as impressed as you can be with a supermarket. Ok so what's different and why should you go! Well, as boring as it sounds there is good parking an ATM and it's easy to get to. Next up the choice. It seems like Asda has really stepped up it's game in terms of fresh fruit and veg and meat. They have outsourced their butchers counter here to McGee's, a local brand and they provide fresh cuts of meat for decent prices. It's kind of like a throwback to the bygone days where people would shop local - suppose this is the closest we can get in a supermarket. Few other points to make, they sell booze and often have good deals on. There's also an electronics and clothing section selling all the usual suspects. All in all a good store - I don't think I have ever said I am a fan of a supermarket before but on this occasion I am!

As supermarkets go this one frustrates me, I used to find what I was looking for with ease but…read moresince they revamped the store it seems less well organised and aisles are narrower than before sometimes making it difficult to get around with a trolley when people stop to browse. I used to shop here frequently but have found myself less inclined to call in since the changes. North Belfast doesn't have the best selection of supermarkets though and this would be one of the larger options unless you head out to Glengormley/Newtownabbey

Unless the staff know you forget about customer service. Would stand talking to people even after…read moretheir bags were packed and ignore other customers and the job they are paid to do. seen this many times. Brought back a top as the security tag was still on not a single word was spoken to me.

It's a 24 hour store. Has a petrol station and large car park…read more Handy location, as it's near the motorway to easily accessible. Open 24 hrs is handy when you need to grab something and random times of the day or night. Well laid out store and easy to find whatever you are looking for. Late night shopping is great for the introvert how doesn't want to deal with queues and battle trolley rage.

Not the biggest of tescos I've been in, but it does the trick. It has all the essentials needed and…read moreit also has parking outside (if your lucky to get a spare that is) the parking isn't free during the day but is after 6pm. This store Opens until 11pm Monday to Sunday which is good to.

Sainsbury's is my favourite supermarket. Its quality products are the best available and it sells a…read moregreat range of items. I'm a fan of their vegetarian foods and Sainsbury's own brand items (love Sainsbury's Nut Cutlets and veggie mince). They have the best labelling of all the supermarkets with all their own brand products clearly labelled as to whether or not they are vegetarian or BUAV approved (not tested on animals). In addition their brand match scheme ensures you don't pay more with Sainsbury's than with another supermarket. As per Sainsbury's website "When you buy ten or more different products, we'll tot up the comparable brands in your basket. If you could have paid less at Asda - even because of the deal - we'll give you a coupon for the difference off your next shop." I always use my brand match vouchers at my next Sainsbury's grocery shop. Plus their wine selection is superior to all other supermarket selections. Quality store with unbeatable prices, pleasant to browse and lovely, helpful staff. Perfect. At Christmas and New Year Sainsbury's have a special range of fabulous food you can order and collect in store, I would especially recommend the: *Three nut roast with cranberry sauce *Butternut & mushroom en croute *Limoncello buche de Noel If you want indulgent, treat foods try Sainsbury's 'Taste The Difference' range. This blows every other supermarkets 'luxury' items clean out of the water. Definitely the best you'll get, bar none.

Sainsbury's is the main supermarket in the Forestside shopping centre, so for this reason it is…read morealways packed, no matter what time of the day it is. The supermarket has all the stuff you would expect and more, and is a good place to get all your weekly shop done. They have a very large fruit and veg section, complete with salad bar if you are that way inclined, with a very large delicatessen meat and cheese counter. The store also has a large range of magazines, books, CDs, DVDs and games, and is always worth a check for a better price if you are about to buy a recently released item from HMV. As for the rest of the store there is a large range of everything as you would expect. The store has its own cafe which is good for pacifying those who have been dragged along or those who have worked up a hunger in their arduous shopping trip! The store also has installed self scanning machines, which is a real boost to customers as they can get in and for a few items much faster than in the past! I will sign off with a tip: try the white chocolate and cranberry cookies from here. You will not find a better cookie from any supermarket, pinky promise!

For American Information, Tesco is a European convenience store chain. Think QT or 7-Eleven meets…read morea bodega. Founded over a century ago in England, they are in five countries. This express store offers liquors, snack cakes and sundry. Locals shop here, but to an American it would probably seem small for a supermarket. The lines aren't too long, and I run in for the odd pack of gum or sweets. The prices are competitive, and they offer teas and coffee vended drinks.

This is a smaller, 'bitesize' version of the megastore you get dotted around the country. This…read moreparticular Express version isn't that great. Although the prices are the same as their bigger versions, the selection is poor. Even though this is supposed to be the 'essentials', the shelves are often empty and the security man at the door makes you feel like you are shoplifting even though you aren't. Chances are what you want isn't in this shop. It's a mish mash of bits and pieces, but it simply isn't good enough. I'd recommend walking a little further, or driving on down to the Lisburn Road shop and get what you need from there. Disappointing and painfully small

My biggest pet hate ever happened in this Spar today. I went to the counter with a drink costing…read moreunder £1 and they told me they didn't accept card for purchases under £5, even though they had contactless installed, which meant the transaction would have been quicker than paying with cash. So I then had to go outside use the on site ATM and withdraw £20 (they didn't have any tenners) for a 98p drink! Surely it's time to accept card for all sales? The shop itself is actually quite good, it's in the heart of student Belfast so it stocks all the essentials, party snacks, energy drinks, pot noodles, ready made sandwiches. It also has a coffee machine and as mentioned an ATM on site! Losing a few stars for their ridiculous card rule!

As far as convenience stores go this Spar is actually pretty good. It has a great deli counter…read moreselling a range of cooked breakfast items, freshly made sandwiches, wraps and salads. Additionally they have a coffee machine and stock freshly baked croissants, pastries and cakes. There are a lot of other items too - magazines, stationary, prepackaged sandwiches, fruit, ready meals, bread, confectionary, household cleaning products, painkillers, deodorants and shower gels etc. Much better laid out than a lot of similar shops and the prices are reasonable, plus there's an ATM outside. Only one drawback exists - this Spar is located near Queen's University and in a main student residential area, hence it's swamped with customers during uni term time. Can be extremely busy, especially around midday.

Gorgeous fresh produce replenished daily! Plus, I got 2litres of milk for 80p!…read more You often find all manner of odd fruit and vegetables in this quaint little grocers. I've found they regularly stock celeriac (something very hard to come by elsewhere) and I've seen things I haven't even known what they were. then tried and adored! I just love this store as it's the sort where wee old grannies come in and chat away to the staff who'll fetch their shopping for them while catching up on the latest gossip. Great little corner shop, one of a dying breed which I think is so sad. Outside the shop stands an old grocers cart full of the days best produce. It sells the likes of fruit, veg, milk, juice, crisps, pet food, herbs, flowers, fire sticks etc. The staff are friendly and helpful, they know all the regulars by name and it's obvious they enjoy their days work.

As Spars go this one packs a lot in (sometimes too much) the store had a recent revamp and layout…read morehas improved. There is a decent selection of fresh produce although stock control isn't always the best so dates need to be checked before buying. There are regular offers available instore and certainly a great spot to pick up top ups to a main shop. At the back of the store is a Subway, a new addition at the front of the store is a self service barrista bar which provides a half decent cup of coffee on the go. Another recent addition is an icecream station, I've yet to try it but certainly seems to be popular with local kids. Staff are generally friendly although there are a few that don't seem to have any interest in being there and it shows. They also sell a selection of coal, gas canisters and plants. Top up machine instore for bus cards, gas, electricity etc. Outside is a reasonable carpark although some of the markings have been redone at an odd angle and can make manoeuvres tricky unless you have a small car. There is a Danske bank cash machine outside. Long opening hours (7-11) and only close on Christmas day

A fully stocked local convenience store with a subway franchise located in the back…read more If you have forgotten something from you 'big shop' this would be the place to get it, sometimes it even stocks items the bigger stores may not have. For such a small store it has everything in offer. A cash machine is also located in the premises and there is a reasonably sized car park out side it as well which saves you parking on the road or side streets.

I started to use Lidl simply because it was closer to my house than Tesco. Shorter distance to…read morecarry loads of heavy, fresh veg and big bottles of fizzy water! It was only then that I realised it was actually quite good. Fruit and veg arrives daily with nice additions like papaya, watermelons, kumquats and persimmons. The little bakery has fresh baked bread made on site along with pastries, buns, donuts, cookies and scones. All really well priced. There is a big selection of regular bagged breads, pancakes and wraps etc. Also gluten free ranges of bread, rolls and rice/corn cakes. Irish, grass fed beef is pretty good. Reasonably big range of fresh meat and already cooked. The beef pastrami is very good! The constant rotation of different county produce each month is a great addition. Things like lovely Greek yogurt, olives, spreads and very good pittas from Greece, baklava, hummus and beans from Turkey or flavoured oils, vinegars and cured meats from Spain. The have 10 pack of Belgium caramel waffles at £1.50 that taste exactly like Starbucks 2 pack that cost about 62 quid There is a forever changing middle section with homeware, kitchenware, gardening, tools, school stuff and fitness etc. The alcohol section has some super cheap beer and cider deals. Most of the spirits are cheaper brands(the ones that give killer hangovers) Some things to avoid: The herbs/spices, they are pretty wick apart from the white pepper. Baresa olives! The black ones are awful. Dentalux toothpaste. The staff are mostly friendly.

The prices here are so cheap! You can buy good chocolate for well under $1. Check out is quick as…read morewell.

Top place.... has post office open from 6am til 11pm Mon through Saturday. Do passports, car tax…read more Money and post!! Also very well stocked supermarket with fresh groceries, butchers and bakery. Of course there is also fuel available and it's situated in an excellent location.