This is a pretty cool, modern Lidl store, it is located in front of the Tesco on Timpson Rd in Baguley, close to both bus and Metrolink services, making it easily accessed through public transport, if you're in a car they also have a decent-sized car-park.
I was positively surprised at the facilities in the store which included toilets (rare for a discounted supermarket), a bakery and some branded goods, although I do prefer big brands, Lidl isn't known for selling brands, considering this I was impressed with the selection of brands, even for thing such as potatoes.
I was able to pick up a bag of Albert Barlett potatoes, which is my favourite brand of potatoes for just £2, this would have been £2.75 at Ocado, meanwhile, I picked up a Dolmio Meatball sauce which is normally £1.79 at other supermarkets, for only £0.99, a saving of almost 45%, the prices were pretty good in most areas.
I would have liked to see a better selection of fresh fruit and vegetables, including pre-packaged and pre-prepared fruits, which seemed non-existent here, it also was hard to find a staff member on the shop floor when I needed one, so I had to end up leaving without some of the items I required.
I do think it's a shame all the checkouts are manned checkouts, I would love an option to scan as you go on your phone, similar to Tesco next store and many other rival supermarkets, or at least have self-scanning machines.
4* - I'm normally sceptical of these german discounter supermarkets but this location, even with its flaws, isn't bad. On a personal milestone, this marks my 200th review of 2021 and is a nice place to do so. read more