This is a pretty damn bit Woolies, a chain known for big shops. It's nicely set out, there's…read moreplenty of space in the aisles - you won't be stuck if two people with trolleys are having a chat while you're trying to get down the other end. The staff are pretty nice. I hadn't really spent much time in the area, but after having a quick chat with the checkout chick while she was swiping all my groceries I had a pretty good list of decent places to go and eat in the area.

First, I have to say that if you're looking for a Woolies with a bottle shop, then don't go here…read more This Woolies is well set out, with all the usual supermarket goodies you'd expect in a Woolworths supermarket. It never seems that busy, which is great if you're in a rush. They have a good range of specialty products too, like proper mozzerella cheese. The fresh food section is nice and big, and all the produce looks fresh and vibrant. My only issue is no bottle shop! I don't drink that often, but it's so much easier to be able to duck into the bottle shop after I finish shopping for my groceries if I need to!

Ah Coles. The Bridgewater Coles, like all supermarkets was once shiny and new. Today is a different…read morestory. Long gone are the days when hoards of people from all over the hills would flock here for the large variety of products at competitive prices. Apart from at really busy times (like Christmas) there are rarely more than 3 checkouts open. Also the variety that once graced the shelves has all but dissapeared, it isn't uncommon to be faced by an entire wall of the same brand, or same product. The staff are still friendly, but unfortunately this isn't enough as most hills supermarkets are blessed with quite friendly staff. If you're looking for a decent supermarket, might be best to look elsewhere.

My favourite supermarket in the hills for range, price, friendliness and convenience…read more I wasn't a fan of the store layout at first, but it's grown on me. The checkout area, with it's huge glass windows and high ceilings feels like you're in an airport. And just like at the airport, I always feel as if I'm forgetting something. I like seeing the wide range of local, South Australian and Australian products. Some might think three different sections dedicated to cheese throughout the store is too many, but is there really such a thing as too much cheese? Probably. But only if you eat it all at once.

Foodland Supermarkets are something for South Australian's to be proud about. Really, I think it…read moretakes a strong business model and a very proud and loyal following to stand up to other corporate giant's in the supermarket business in Australia. As for the Romeo group who owns the Foodland in Stirling, you need to go there to see why their business is thriving. Generally, you will find a lot of produce from around the world. They are very particular in offering quality products amongst bigger brand names. In particular, the Romeo group Foodlands have amazing cheese, bakery and vegetable sections. Everything is fresh and a lot of it is locally sourced. Apart from the cheese of course; they have a huge variety of some of the best cheeses from around the world. Be sure to speak to the staff about the cheese, they are very knowledgeable for a supermarket. As for the layout of this store, it is easy to navigate. It is new, clean and well stocked in a logical order. There is nothing worse when you spend a while having to walk up and down isles to find simple things like shredded coconut. I am one of those loyal customers of Foodland. I refuse to go to the larger supermarkets unless it is an emergency. Be sure to support a business that supports it's community by selling local produce.

One of the many family owened supermarkets of the Adelaide hills, this one is by no means the…read morebiggest or best, but what is done with the space provided is really quite impressive. Despite being a tiny supermarket I can usually find what I need here, can even get away with doing the big weekly shop. Occasionally there'll be something I can't find, but the same often happens in the bigger supermarkets. Parking is usually easy, but being the Adelaide Hills, the carpark is sloped, making trolley wrangling a fine art. Also most of the parking is uphill from the entrance, so a fine art whilst pushing up hill... Maybe just use a basket.

The hub of a vibrant Adelaide Hills town, the Uraidla Shop has been an important part of the…read morecommunity for generations. The staff are always friendly, and the coffee is consistently of good quality. However as far as being a Friendly "Grocer" goes, there is some room for improvement. The range of foodstuffs is very limited, if you're looking to make something for dinner, best head to a supermarket. There's an ample takeaway food menu, as well as a good selection of pies and pasties. To suit the often fickle hills weather, both indoor and outdoor seating are provided if you choose to eat in. The shop is also a licenced post office, with locals dropping in to collect mail and packages throughout the day, adding to the small town atmosphere. (The Friendly Grocer is currently on the market, so if you've ever wanted to own a shop in a country town, get on it!)

I am trying to contact you but Optus keeps telling me your number is disconnected. Our car broke…read moredown in front of your shop and the tow truck are coming up today to pick it up. I am sorry it was not done this morning, but asap they have told me. Thank you for your kindness yesterday. Christina Posgate

Aldi... is a weird store. If you haven't heard of the major supermarket chain, it is because it is…read morestill rather new in South Australia. They started rolling out the stores early 2016. But, Aldi was originally from Germany and now spans internationally. I have been meaning to check out the store for a long time. I have heard stories about what they sell in this store. What will you find here? Well.... "Simplee Noodles" which kinda look exactly like Maggi noodles. Then there is "Expressi Coffee Capsules" which kinda looks exactly like Nespresso Coffee Capsules. It's like they copy the exact packaging and then just change the name. Not sure how they get away with it with Intellectual Property and Copyrights. But, maybe there is some psychology behind it? Like, are we so used to buying these bigger "brands" we more inclined to buy them when we recognise the colour and shape of the branding? It's not all copies here though. They do stock real brands here too. I saw Nutella and Coke being sold here. The thing I think that makes Aldi successful is just the real cheap prices. As for quality? Well, I got some frozen potato wedges to give them a go. They are ok. Did not really taste different to major brands. But, the thing that makes me nervous is that I do not know where they were manufactured? The labels say that their head office is in NSW and doesn't really say where the product is being made. There is a whole fresh fruit & veg section. Some of the price tags say that the produce is from South Australia. But, then the label has the NSW sticker on it. I asked the staff about it and he said it is a generic label they use from head office. Should we trust what they put on the labels? I am a skeptic and don't trust corporate giants. So, I don't think I will be buying any other food from here. But I might buy plastic bags or cleaning products. Not sure? There is just too much ambiguity here and it makes me uneasy.