Having visited many markets in Fairfield County over the years, I was astonished to just discover this hidden gem. Slightly off the beaten path, I surmise it is well known to Darien residents. The layout is somewhat unusual -- you enter into the dairy aisle, with produce at the other end of the building. Make sure you try the prepared foods -- the chicken scarpariello meatballs are our favorite item so far. Soups were excellent -- chicken matzo ball, sausage gumbo and carrots ginger all pleased. Pulled pork was savory but could have used some sauce. At Easter they were sampling delicious ham and scalloped potatoes. Fresh meats appeared to be of high quality, I can vouch for the hamburger patties. The fish counter is small and is not attended by a fishmonger. I've only had free samples of the baked goods so far, but they look great. Produce is solid, but as expensive as you would expect from a gourmet market in Darien. Service from the counter folks and check out was uniformly excellent. read more

Great little market located across the street from the Norton Heights train station. This market has a nice variety of unique sourced foods (Little Lad's popcorn from ME/NH) and great bakery items (ie Sticky Buns). Overall place is clean, well stocked with plenty of parking. read more

Shopping at Palmer's is always an experience. Yes, the prices might be slightly higher than Whole Foods, but that's really beside the point, you're not just buying groceries, you're investing in a lifestyle. Where else can you stroll the aisles with a free coffee in hand, pretending you came in for "just one thing," while slowly filling your cart with items you didn't know existed but now absolutely need. And the rotisserie chicken might be the best financial decision in the whole store. Somehow it's the one thing that feels like a bargain while everything else gently reminds you that quality comes at a price. In the end you walk out with great groceries, a lighter wallet, and the comforting feeling that at least you did it with a cup of free coffee in your hand. Honestly, worth it. read more

This place was fine. The design and layout of the store is nice. The prices are on the high side, but not unexpected given the area. I've tried a bunch of the prepared food and didn't really love anything. I would go back though and keep trying. read more

Everyone that works there looks underpaid and miserable. Even management. The blonde woman she is pretty miserable too. I'd rather go to Wegmans or stew Leonard's. Place is also way too expensive read more

To update my review -- I really do like this store and the quality. Holiday brunch was catered from here and everything was fresh and delicious. Once had an issue with something and the customer service was so nice and helpful. Really impressive and the home goods section is awesome! Definitely worth checking out. read more

The vibe in this store is sitcom worthy. Wealthy older folks who enjoy watching you contort yourself to get around their basket as they lift not a single muscle to get out of the way. If you can handle the hilarity of the clientelle, the whole roasted chicken is top notch and only $10. Everything else is obscenely marked up. read more

A feeling of curated products. Good service. Meatloaf and turkey are great. Get in and out fast.

First time at this market and ordered cupcakes for a kids birthday. These were sooooo good! Real gourmet style- idk what the frosting was but we were all raving about it. It was creamy and sweet without being like sweet icing, if that makes sense. And the bakery is so cute- there's a chandelier! Super friendly workers. Adorable market and would order these cupcakes again for sure! read more

Palmer's Market - Chocolate and vanilla cupcakes - Grocery Near Me - Darien, Connecticut

Have been a customer for many years. They never disappoint. The food selection is great, customer service is the best, and I love to admire the flower section, and the household and gift section. Their bakery selection is wonderful - the cheesecake, the cookies, the breads and rolls, the flan, and the rice pudding. it just has everything you need and want in the best quality, without being a huge superstore. read more

Palmer's is my all-time favorite Market and this is coming from someone who lives in California. However, I visit Darien often and I always look forward to shopping at Palmer's! Their quality of Deli, Meats and Specialty Foods is top notch and their staff always courteous and knowledgeable. It is a treat to explore their well-stocked and immaculate aisles. I also want to give a special "shout out" to Thomas Simpson for being so accommodating with my most recent "unusual" request. Needless to say, I find shopping at Palmer's an enjoyable and always satisfying experience. Coby T. read more

Palmers is a excellent store, with Great quality meats, produce, and Deli, and bakery department's The staff, are always helpful and Courteous... It's always a great experience shopping there... I would highly recommend this store to any foodie.... Awesome.. Thanks, Rick schock read more

Everything about Palmer's is five star. Sandwiches are terrific. We love your soups, but REALLY wish you put them in large paper cups similar to the small one at the soup/etc. stand read more

When you walk in you feel like home. The staff is so amazing and helpful. The food is amazing!Each department will answer any questions you have and has giving me great recipe ideas. It's my favorite place to shop! Jennifer Olivieri read more

Outstanding, more than a "supermarket." Palmer's is an experience! Family owned and operated, outstanding selection of goods. If you don't see it, ask and if they do nit have it they will make every effort to obtain it for you, Sandy Bliss read more

I thought the two trays were wonderful! Tea sandwiches, one more delicious than the next! And the cheese and fruit tray with freshest array of colorful fruit, crackers, and pretzel stix and a choice of several cheeses! Everything was cut some in star shape and arranged expertly! It was a hit with lady friends who read and discuss great books in Fairfield! Thanks for the staff who were very kind! read more

love the products, staff is very friendly and helpful. Very convenient location and the store has good shopping hours.

The service is remarkable, the food is the best, everything about this market is amazing

Travelling a long distance, I work in the area and Palmer's Market is my choice for prepared meals. I have many favorites from their salad counter, one is the Mezze Snack Pack. Other alternatives they offer include ingredients and tastes from around the world, such as a Thai noodle salad, plus they have prepared sandwiches and wraps. Their produce is fresh, their bakery items are scrumptious and there is no wait at the checkout counter where I have been greeted with friendly staff. Palmer Family members may be present and are most helpful and conversant. Palmers Market sets a high bar for quality food and healthy choices for shoppers. read more

I ordered several tea sandwiches, scones, and a dessert platter for a ladies' afternoon tea party. The food was amazing (scones were a HUGE hit) and having everything catered made my life so much easier for the party. Can't wait to have another party so I can try some of their other options! read more

Palmer's Market - Tea sandwiches - smoked salmon, egg salad, cucumber, curried chicken salad - Grocery Near Me - Darien, Connecticut

Okay. I know it's pricey. Let's get that out there before I get into the details. It's also why I hold back a star. If you want specialty foods or want to try a brand new product every time you go to a grocery store, this is totally the place to go shopping. You want produce or meat or basics and you're looking to save some money? Head elsewhere unless you're buying stuff on sale. Their prepared foods are fantastic. I recommend the curry chicken salad, their soup bar, and the exhaustive selection of prepackaged cooked meals in the back. My fav is the Spa Salad and the chicken quesadilla is a pretty good meal deal if you're looking for something not too expensive. The rotisserie chicken is really good. REALLY good. But for $10 it's definitely smaller than the ones you can get at other supermarkets/wholesale clubs. It's all natural no GMO and no hormones so that might be why it's not enormous and the size of a small dog. They also have a specialty bakery that does a great job on custom cakes for special events. We've ordered several times and it's always been very good. They usually have these oversized cookies that are amazing though. Ya gotta try 'em. My fav is the chocolate chunk. My 3yo loves pushing around the mini shopping carts and sometimes they have lollipops at checkout for the kiddos. All around good experience. read more

It is such a joy to shop at Palmers. The staff is so kind and helpful! Everything is displayed so beautifully and the food always delicious! read more

I just moved here from the South and was crushed to find the grocery stores were as nice. UNTIL I went to Palmers!!!!!! I am thrilled beyond my expectations! I am so relieved to find Palmers! It has made my move much easier to know I have a grocery store that I can feel good about shopping at. Thank you Palmers! read more

My holiday dinner was delicious and could not have been easier. I would highly recommend and use their services again

Great upscale market. They need a better selection of gourmet boxed chocolates, but otherwise superb.

I've shopped there for over 25 years. Nice stuff, outrageous prices. Now I won't be shopping there because they refuse to mandate masks for workers or patrons. read more

We used Palmer's Catering twice this month -- once for my father's 85th and once for a memorial with 100 guests. Both experiences were top notch and we'd use them again in a heartbeat. Christina, the manager, was gracious and helpful every step of the way. The waiters were prompt and professional. The food displays were beautiful and the food was delicious. They were kind enough to change out croutons for fresh bread for us and made other similar small changes without hesitation. The chef was flexible. The produce and meats and cheeses were farm fresh. From soup to nuts, it was a lovely experience. You can't go wrong with this catering company. read more

I will forever love Palmers Market! They carry amazing products. The prepared foods are so good! Cindy is so sweet and nice!

This grocery store has great prepared food (sandwiches, salads, etc) and housewares too. Wish I had one like this near me in NYC!

I was unsure what I wanted for a wedding cake, but with Palmers guidance, I truly had the wedding cake of my dreams! Melissa and her staff are wonderful to work with and very responsive to any and all requests. Picking the cake was the easiest part of wedding planning! I will absolutely be going to Palmers for any special occasion cake in the future. Also, friends and family still talk about how delicious it was, and our wedding was three months ago! read more

palmer is always the best!!! presentation, those pink boxes and very profession staff!!

They're solid if you need sandwich or soup in a pinch. The staff is courteous and nice. However, for more selection I would go to Whole Foods up the block if you're going to have overpriced items might as well have more selection! read more

Such a wonderful store and caterer. Palmer's catered my sons first birthday party and Shannon (who was awesome and very patient!) worked with me to make a custom and vegan menu - it was delicious, so creative, and beautifully presented. Exceeded my expectations in every way. The staff who worked that day were absolutely lovely too. Can't wait to use them again. read more

Beautiful store, excellent bakery, food well presented and prepared. Clean, well maintained and brightly lit. High quality produce. Huge selection of coffees and ice cream. Top shelf gift shop & florist! I love this store, and especially the welcoming family atmosphere. read more

So yea they're located in a supermarket BUT theyre rated highly on theknot.com for a reason! We had them do my baby shower cake this past wknd and I came up with a design which they executed really well and made beautiful cupcakes. We had carrot cake, red velvet with cream cheese frosting and vanilla with chocolate and all flavors were delicious! The cakes were also moist! Since I recently moved to CT, I didn't know of any bakeries and this one was a delight to deal with and the cakes were good! read more

Palmers is a great market always the products you expect from a supermarket but also unique items you won't find everywhere. They have a excellent prepared food selection with a few staples your always happy to see in the case ( Thai Flank Steak ... Yumm...) the bakery had an entire redo a few years ago and the def worth it. They offer everything from homemade baked muffins to custom wedding cakes. they also have a gift selection and home goods , the flowers are to die for. You could really go there for most everything you would need on a daily basis. let's not forget the Catering Department... One glance at the menu and your dreaming up reasons to throw a party. The food is really exceptional and fresh , Always fresh that's most important to me. This is a family owned market that everyone should go check out , trust me you will want to go back all the time. read more

I wanted to give a GREAT review of Palmer's. The store is nice, very clean, nice atmosphere, but what we really come here for is the BAKERY! they have the best cupcakes and I have always come back, I was reminded to write this review, because on a different post for a different bakery someone else mentioned Palmer's and going there just to go to the bakery is worth it, have been going for about 5+ years now. Try everything! read more

I think all the other reviews sum it up. Chef Megan is Great and i would not be surprised if she gets a James Beard Award During her carrier. She also Has a keen eye for hiring talented chefs. Palmers has one of the most talented kitchens I've seen work. the prepared food is second to none. if they only had a small cafe to sit and enjoy some of the culinary masterpieces. Chef Megan and her team put the word Art into Culinary Art's. read more

I had a rush order for same day delivery of some baked goods and Palmer's went above and beyond to accommodate my request. They answered their phones, forwarded me to the person I needed to speak with, and subsequently called me back in a timely manner. They were so friendly, and even though this type of local delivery wasn't something they normally do, they were able to make it happen for me in less than 4 hours! And the cookies were DELICIOUS! Would definitely recommend. read more

If you guys want the best in CT, Palmer's is it. I make sure to come here at least once when I visit CT. They're friendly, and have great quality food. If you want a suggestion, I say go for their vanilla cupcakes and blueberry lemon scones. Yum! read more