Living out in Far East Austin (969/973 area), you learn real quick--it's often way easier to head toward Manor than deal with getting in and out of Austin proper.
So when I heard H-E-B was opening in Manor?
ELATED doesn't even begin to cover it.
And let me tell you--it did not disappoint.
This store is HUGE. Like, take your time and wander a bit because there are so many options kind of huge. The variety alone had me stopping mid-aisle more than once... and the frozen pizza section??
WOWZERS. I didn't even know there were that many choices in existence.
But what really makes it feel like my HEB is the people. Everyone is so friendly in that genuine, "hey neighbor, how you doing?" kind of way. And yes, HEB is known for that--but it just hits a little different out here.
Is there a BBQ spot inside like some of the bigger locations? No.
Do I care? Also no.
I would much rather make the easy drive to Manor, shop in peace, and actually enjoy my grocery run than deal with the chaos of heading deeper into Austin.
This store has officially earned its place in my regular rotation, and I'm genuinely excited about something as simple as grocery shopping again--which says a lot.
Manor, you did GOOD with this one. read more