Absolutely love this place. My husband and I refer to it as "the red barn in Dartmouth". Not only…read moredo they have some amazing deals weekly, their meat and produce are always very clean and fresh. They only carry beef, pork and chicken. No lamb or goat or organs. The first time I came in I was energized by all the hustling and bustling in this place. I was also surprised that it was smaller than I expected. Then I realized there were other parts of the building that weren't "store front". We usually come here to stock up on steaks, ribs or whatever meat they have on sale that week. If you're into raw food for your pooch they've got that covered too. Another thing I've noticed is their cashiers are very efficient, aka fast! Walmart and Superstore should send their cashiers here for training. If I really have to be picky, I'd have to say that this is not a place to bring your children. We can only come when one of us stays in the van with our young children. For one, their shopping carts are small. And secondly, this is a very busy place with limited floor space. Also the parking lot on the weekends is a zoo. But even with these "hindrances" we still manage to buy groceries here.

Went in to see what all the fuss was about. Recently expanded. The store looks huge from outside…read morebut the actual retail area is quite small - and packed with bargain shoppers. There are definitely some fantastic bargains for food there. Many people go for their meat. There is a double barreled check out area. Lines are long but they are quite efficient at checking people out.

Getaway is a great shop for your pork and beef needs…read more The belly bacon, when it isn't sold out, is fantastic. Thick cut, and I swear it loses less weight when it's cooked; not sure if this is because it's less fatty than regular commercial bacon or if that stuff is water chilled, but I'd say you're getting more bang for your buck in both quality and quantity. I think it clocks in at $8/lb. The breakfast sausages were a substitute for me when they were out of bacon on a recent visit. They have a fairly mild seasoning to them, and not quite that typical breakfast sausage flavour, which I am admittedly a sucker for. They're a bit more coarsely ground than most sausages, and could use a bit more fat added in as they are a bit on the dry side for a sausage.$7/lb. I picked up a batch of maple-cured English bacon on my last visit, which I'm looking forward to trying! Your more basic cuts of meat are fairly reasonably priced, but be ready to suffer some damage to your wallet if you're getting any of the high end cuts.

This is a great place to get local meats and the cows are grass fed. I have tried the ground beef…read moreand some of their sausages and both are delicious. I highly recommend the apple rosemary sausage. They also have maple sausage and banger sausage. You can see them cutting the meat in front of you so you know it's fresh. Their website goes into detail how they raise their cows and why it's better for the environment and the cows. I am happy to support this business at the Farmer's Market. Taken from their website about the importance of eating grass fed beef: "Grass-fed beef and lamb are now considered a health food of the highest order. Compared to grain-finished meats, it is higher in omega-3 fatty acids, beta carotene, and especially conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), an essential fatty acid largely missing from modern diets and found almost exclusively in the dairy and meat products of grass-eating ruminants (cattle, sheep, and goats)."

New favourite spot!…read more I love international grocery markets. Indian Groceries makes use of the space they have and even though the store is slightly crowded, it is not overly uncomfortable to shop in. I find hidden and not so hidden vegan treasures everywhere. They have vegan masala burgers, ready meals in the freezer, Staff of Life veggie samosas, spices, snack foods, veggie spring rolls, cookies and so much more. Prices are fairly reasonable considering most of the items would be imported. I'm sure next time I go I will find even more cool things I didn't notice before.

I ordered vegetable pakoda and did call to make sure it Should be fresh but the person who attend…read morethe call had poor customer service firstly. And when i got order it was soggy and stale. Wasn't fresh at all.

I really love Asian grocery stores, organized confusion at the best of times, slowly revealing its…read moretreasures in one of six random languages, none of which are English nor french. Big Ray is the only Asian grocery on this side of the bridge, and it does not disappoint. From Soba Noodles to Argentinian corned beef, this is a fun spot for foodies alike. With 5 separate fridges holding fresh and frozen treasures from Kim-chi to Eels, a nicely organized space which is locally owned. Looking at it quickly you may think its a convenience store, but is a hidden gem for Dartmouth..

They have a good selection of interesting and exotic foods including cans of jackfruit and veggie…read moreworchesire sauce.

One of the Asian groceries that carry a broad collection of products from most Asian brands. A…read morereliable place to find mostly what I need.

The other day we were driving home and making our way through the South End when we came upon yet…read moreanother Asian grocery store. It was closed at the time, so we went back yesterday. All I can say is...WOW! Huge! Impressive! First off...it's on two floors. The first, where you enter is filled with huge bags of rice, over sized ceramic planters and a bazillion bamboo steamers in every size imaginable. Upstairs, well let's just say you could get lots for hours. It took me a half an hour to just check out all the beautiful blue & white traditional Chinese plates and serving dishes, the woks and other Asian cooking paraphernalia. I expected rows and rows ...and then more rows and rows of Chinese, Korean (and to my joy, Japanese) bottles and bags of sauces, spices, noodles, candies...the usual, but in much larger and more varied quantities than the other Asian markets I've visited in Halifax. What I didn't expect was fresh - you heard me - fresh bok choy, plump lemongrass, napa cabbage, kai lan and persimmons, among other fresh Asian vegetables. There were fridges and freezers filled with sticky buns, other Dim Sum dumplings, Chinese pepperoni (I love it) other Asian cured pork. The staff was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. So all those interesting and intriguing packages - like dried lily leaves, were explained, and how and when to use them. I didn't realize, until I was two blocks from home in the North End that this is the retail arm of of Ca Hoa Enterprises, importers and distributors of Asian fare. I pass their trucks every day and never gave it a thought. Things are different now though!

I first went here Inwa in grade 6 my teacher and boxing coach to me for a sandwich 1974 and still…read moregoing you can smell it in the air the fresh pepperoni being smoked along with may other items this place is a landmark staff faces are the same and you won't find a better pepperoni in Canada. If your visiting Halifax stop in its fresh and better then buying it any grocery store

This deli has been in Halifax for long as I remember. It's a staple in the Halifax food scene…read more Best known for their Polish sausage - you can get it hot in the early afternoons after they are done being smoked. Not just sausage, you can purchase other deli meats - their bacon is fantastic!!! Very reasonable pricing. Friendly service. What's not to like!!!

Local Source is a great place to get all of your Farmers' Market goodies when it's not Saturday…read moremorning. It's so nice to have a spot that serves as a baby-grocery store, offering great local produce and delightful items, like cheeses from Nova Scotia and grains from New Brunswick. They also sell goods like maple syrup, frozen local and organic berries, as well as a variety of meats. You can even stop by for lunch, as they have sammies and salads, as well as coffee, tea and sweets. I love biking over in the summer and stocking up on apples. One of my favorite things to buy is their raw milk cheese from Quebec - it's a real treat, and although it only comes in small blocks it really goes the distance with its rich and flavorful taste. I support this business' mandate of offering local and mainly organic food year round, while fostering a very nice community space. You should swing by and pick up some yummy consumables today!

Local Source Market is an excellent place to head if you're the type of person who enjoys…read moresupporting local business as well as consuming food that hasn't traveled extensively. In a cross section done in the recent Coast 'Green Halifax' guide you can see that buying basic items such as: Speerville Mills oatmeal, apples, eggs, butternut squash and chicken-- can be found cheaper at Local Source Market, or at least on par with the Halifax Farmer's Market. Some of the things that I found particularly of note: *The Coast Green Halifax Guide *Boates Cider *Meadowbrook maple sausage *Terroir pear honey and sun gold tomato ketchup *Dragons Breathe cheeses. Lots of great choices at Local Source! Be sure to check the bulletin board for community announcements.

I had a falafel wrap. The falafel was in a house made flat bread which was excellent. The falafel…read moreballs were perfectly cooked and flavourful. It came with a lovely yoghurt sauce and a side of crispy delicious fries. The restaurant and patio are very inviting and comfortable. Well worth the drive to Sackville and right next to a really good craft brewery. Highly recommend.

The flavours and spices are awesome. The chicken or lamb skewers are very recommended…read more Lunchtime lamb burger is my go to.