My first impression was that this store must be new, particularly given the empty retail space…read morenearby. However, there are google reviews that predate this one by a year. This makes it less excusable that the store just didn't seem to be fully stocked. The produce section was a small corner of the store. Prepared foods was a much bigger entrant, as was the freezer section. The lack of fresh items seems contrary to the health food vibe. On the upside, you'll struggle to find a place that has more niche brands with vegan, gluten-free, and other specialty items. The local focus is also appreciated. On the downside, I was surprised how expensive it was, and that's with shopping the sale items and the $1 credit I apparently picked up by shopping at the Roanoke Earth Fare. Frankly, that one is better.

Earthfare is a place where they really care about the people, the food we eat, the products that we…read moreuse on/in our bodies. They have great quality produce and meats with great prices.

Since the new owner took over2 years ago, employees won't stay. Local and unique selections of…read morebeverages is gone replaced by boring cookie cutter domestic fare which is often not stocked. Two days ago, no Dr. Pepper and fountains machine kaput. Place is understaffed now, and for me a last resort than a go-to for quick snack it once was. Owners are riding this place into the dirt drooling on the new apartment complex across the street.

I love crystal springs 711 especially the employees. There always nice and hard working. Especially…read morethe asst. Manger Christine, she is wonderful. Hands down the best 711 in roanoke!!

These guys are the best. They're very knowledgeable and professional. They have a wide variety of…read moremods, juices, and accessories, as well as CBD.

I'm new to vaping so I really like gaining knowledge from more seasoned ppl, and brick and mortar…read moreusually is a good place to test juices . The selection here is ok , but if you are brand new to vaping this may not be the spot for you , because the staff interaction seems kind of limited however, the location is ideal , and the selection is good enough to get you through in a pinch . I do really like the mall area vape store idea . Makes a very convenient stop in while you get other errands done , without the hassle of finding parking again .

Where there is growth, there are new exciting opportunities. And that is precisely what is…read morehappening in downtown Roanoke. Starting from the replacement of the old Campbell Court bus station to the the award winning Third Street Station, and its replacement by The Bower, a large mixed-use development featuring apartments, retail, dining, and office space, with its new transit hub (Third Street Station) relocated a few blocks away for better integration, and allowing for a vibrant community hub. A young gentleman in his early 30's, graduate of Roanoke Catholic High School, and with an Accounting degree from a major college, and a steady job at a Law Firm downtown, saw the need for a convenience store in the area and when a key location store space became available, he immediately seized the moment, and took the opportunity to open a convenience store which he named The Blue Ridge Bodega. A bodega is more than just a convenience store, it's a place you can go to connect with your neighborhood. And if you live or work in downtown Roanoke, or even if you are a tourist visiting, for that moment in time, it is your neighborhood. And that is precisely why he named it Bodega. He wanted it to be inclusive and welcoming. As a matter of fact one of the things he and his staff do when a new customer enters his store is to ask them what items they think he should carry in the store and he will either provide it to that particular customer in a couple of weeks, or if there a common need, make sure he carries it as a regular store merchandise. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to see for yourselves the enormous variety of products it already stocks after having been opened for only a few months. It also has a second floor with some tables and chairs where customers can stay to enjoy drinking their coffee or eating their hot dog or soup, for a more affordable price than in other more expensive establishments. We welcome this Bodega with open arms because there really was a need for a locally owned and operated store of this nature in this area of the city. And I urge you to give it your total support.

Just wow! I am so blessed to have left my phone in the Uber. Waiting for its return, I had the…read moreextra moment to notice all the exceptional things about this huge, tiny corner market: * IMMACULATE premises; * Family vibe that made this out-of-towner feel as though he'd just pulled in the drive on Thanksgiving; * REAL food (hot dogs, soup, etc.) that you serve yourself with tongs and labels -- not thrown in a bag; * Orderly, well-stocked shelves that suggest they really care about the customer experience to a fault; * Incandescent lighting that creates ambience; as opposed to fluorescent lighting with its energy-robbing frequency and irritating buzz; * Family vibe with genuine smiles and contagious, conversational spirits to back them up;; * Inventory well-stocked with things you need, even things you didn't know you needed; * Awesome coffee kept hot and fresh in thermos dispensers, not stewed into mud on a burner - accompanied by a great selection of creamers; * A tasteful and eclectic beer selection meant to appeal to beer connoisseurs.with a wide selection in right-sized containers, not ginormous bottles of Icehouse meant to separate vulnerable people from their last few dollars; * Huge, crystalline windows that make the magic of this store evident even from the street, only partially obscured by whimsical, bold-colored characters lovingly festooned by a real artist! No vinyl clings that take mere seconds to apply; * Acoustic peace, interrupted only by laughter, and the stage directions of a papa bear obsessing over everything being sensibly stocked and presented; even the door annunciator sounds like a doorbell. When you open the door at a 7-Eleven, the pitch-challenged chime suggests you just did something wrong (and you did - make no mistake - lol); * A steady flow of local souls whom they know fondly, and who seem to know them fondly... I could bullet-point all day, but I have to get moving. My only disappointment of the visit found itself in Yelp forcing me to tag this as a "convenience store" and not a corner market, or bodega as it is proudly identified in its name. The difference is more than linguistic. The distinction is spiritual, generational. Robotic vendors of the future will be woefully incapable of serving this human grace with such stewardship, such ambassadorship. With no gamble on hyperbole, you owe yourself a visit - a lifetime of visits, even if it means walking or driving a couple of extra minutes. Bring your kids! Show them how it used to be done right. That humans pulled this off. Simply remarkable. ***** Addendum. I've only done like four Yelp reviews since God was a Boy Scout. I could barely contain my Asperger's excitement for them to take the 90 seconds it would have taken to read their first Yelp presence, for in fact, they had written it. But in under an hour, their warm greeting had yielded to something between irritated dismissiveness and the bum's rush. I'd tried my level best to bless their blessing back, and now felt like a pesky gnat. They were palpably relieved to see me leave. Do go, but make it snappy. Even in a place as exceptional as Blue Ridge Bodega, the robot spirit has its toes in the door. It's later than you think. ****** That last bit may have been unduly cranky. I was sleep-deprived and the Snickers had made me gassy. I've moved on to other places, so if you have a marvelous experience, please add your review!

The very first time I visited this store was when I needed to make copies of some keys. I remember…read morehow well I was treated. Since it was my very first time shopping there I was invited to become a member, downloaded their app, and did so and the keys ended costing me almost nothing for using a coupon one of their helpful employee gave me. But what I remember the most is how well I was treated. Since then I enjoy visiting their stores for most of my hardware needs. After being awarded the NC Triad Yelp Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And this ACE Hardware Store on 2303 Williamson Rd NE, in Roanoke, Virginia, is a perfect example. ACE ultimate goal is "to be the most helpful hardware store for customers, offering quality products and convenient shopping experiences with expert advice." Through personal experience I have found out that their employees go the extra mile for its customers. And they have such a variety of products, that throughout the Seasons I like visiting the store because you never know what you'll find there. Anything from pumpkins to local honey during this time of the year. As a matter of fact, the other day I had to make a gift of local honey, and here is precisely where I found it. As soon as I walked in a friendly young lady greeted me, welcomed me to their store, and made herself available to help me find anything I needed or was looking for. I could see why their slogan "ACE is the place with the helpful hardware folks," was very true indeed. As I walked through the store I was amazed at all the different products they had in such a limited amount of space compared to places like Home Depot and Lowe's. And their prices if you add the excellent service you get are not bad at all. The service they provide is extraordinary. I read in one of their ads that if you purchase one of their large barbeque grills they will go out to your house and put it together. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and give them a visit. It is by supporting local stores like these that we can show our appreciation for their service and the great contribution they make to our community.

The best service and selection. The only issue is there are two parts to the store and half is…read moreupstairs. Rough for a disabled person. Go to the back for that entrance and not the front worn the iron pan out front. They are super friendly and can explain anything to anyone. Fair prices and personalized service. These people know what they're talking about and not just bodies in a store.

I did an online pick up and everything was very simple. My order was ready within 15 minutes and…read morethe staff was very helpful. It was processed out quickly without any issues. There are plenty of spots in front of the entrance and it's wide enough for a walker or a wheelchair. The area is also accessible for disabled persons. I did not shop in the store this time so my rating is based on my online order and pick up experience.

The service and attention given customers.is unmatched by other similar businesses. It was my first…read moretime visiting O'Reileys stores, as I usually went elsewhere, but now these stores are my choice for auto needs, etc.

Great selection and great prices. They have the BEST CBD items there, too.read more

ordered my wife an arrangement for her brithday and paid $28($110.00 total) to have it delivered…read more it said it could be delivered within 1 hour but didn't want to rush them. requested delivery between 12 and 2pm, giving them 3 1/2 to 5 1/2 hours to get it delivered. my wife had to work till 430. the arrangement was not delivered until 445. when you are in the "special occassion" business, you should be very good at it or get of it. this place is not good at it and i will never use them again. i can't even get anyone to respond to my emails. if they had, i would not have shrared my disappointing experience. i gave them the chance to fix it. consumer be aware!!!!!!!!!!!

horrible! I used them for years they are a joke now ! they even don't have a delivery person they…read moreuse DoorDash.