Absolute love Country Grocer! Always so friendly and always have what I need!…read moreI love that they have specialty foods too, and ready made lunches.

Disappointed again I ended up with outdated produce. Last time it was outdated cheese. Time before…read morethat it was deli salad. Get it together country grocer. I don't have this problem with Thrifty foods.

Decent place but always crazy busy, including the parking lot, when I stop by in the afternoons or…read moreevenings. As someone that uses a cane, I do worry about this. As many drivers are distracted trying to see signs, navigating their way to coffee fix and with this oddly laid out but decent sized parking lot it makes it a bit of a take a risk to shop vibe. As I do find the layout is an accident waiting to happen, I try to assess the busy level by driving by to do other things before going here. So far this is a good strategy for my mobility. The grocery itself is conviently located off the main highway and for Duncan, it is halfway along the drive itself. So nice to have a grocery in that area as you can easily add it along your stops. Food is always well stocked and place is well kept up. I always enjoy seeing their seasonal dispalys (turn right and near the floral area is usually where you'll notice the creation). Great selection of items like at any Thrifty's place but I do have to say for price point, I don't feel like it is a cheaper option (like the name might suggest to some). Staff is always friendly and quick to help if you have a question but you don't see a lot on the floor. So there was a few times I would buy vitamins and supplements if I had help locating them but there was no one to be found. That definitely could be an improvement being that they make an effort to stock so much for that section. I really do like their take away items for single people and always find something new to try when I'm shopping. Sometimes even as a gift for a friend. Overall a decent place to shop. Just be mindful of that parking lot situation.

Unlike most other grocery stores in the area Thrifty appears to do their best at stocking only USA…read moreproduce. I'm surprised they are not handing out MAGA hats at the entrance. Then there is the deceptive labeling "USA or Mexico" . Not a single item was from Mexico,all of it from USA.

Good coffee! I also consider myself a breakfast burrito connoisseur and this place had an unusual…read morebreakfast burrito that included egg, bacon and raw (!) vegetables, not sautéed/cooked. While the burrito shell was too dry and stiff, I loved the burrito with cold crisp veggies. Very cute place. Did not shop in the market. I do recommend stopping in for coffee and quick breakfast.

Cutest little deli! Only saw locals here. On our way from the ferry to the Butchart Gardens, we…read morewanted to pick up a light sandwich and this place was perfect for it. Good local feel, friendly staff and yummy food. There's also a little patio in the back which was nice. The burger was big and juicy, the pork burger had a great taste, and the roast beef wrap was refreshing. Definitely a great stop!

Can't trust them- false advertising - posts sale prices in store, but you pay regular prices unless…read moreyou happen to watch the numbers coming up, ask, go back and retrieve the sign YOURSELF, not only do they not care, but you get all kinds of grief at the till. Pretty sure that's the definition of false advertising?

We actually drove here twice during our little vacation to buy sandwiches for picnics and food for…read morethe ferry ride. The market is awesome! Their sandwich/salad bar can't be beat. Fresh bread, fresh produce, fresh everything! Great customer service. If you don't want to be dining out your whole vacation you must stop here.

We couldn't get enough of this place during our brief time on Saltspring Island. We stayed at the…read morehotel directly across from Thrifty Foods, and though most things were closed for the holidays- Thrifty was an open shining healthy beacon. I stocked up on organic trail mixes, kombucha, blueberries, stevia, matcha, and much more during my excited visits here. This place has everything that you could dream of - when it comes to health related goods and products. Their staff are laid back and they let you peruse everything without bothering you - so definitely feel free to take your time in here. I'm a firm believer that a quality grocery store can truly help shape the culture of a small town. Saltspring is blessed to have such a phenomenal resource like Thrifty Foods. Though there are plenty of lovely local farms on this magical island - it's nice to have a haven where you stock up on produce, essential oils, and other bulk items. Trust.

When I imagine the lady or gentleman who dictates the prices of groceries at this SSI stop, I…read morepicture an evil genius in a dark and shadowed room cackling "THE POWER!". ... there are only a few spots to snag groceries on the island and mmmaaannn can you tell. If you're spending a few nights or over from the mainland - expect sticker shock to hit you like a freight train. And our American friends? Bring someone with you to speak soothingly while you shop... It's expensive. Ridiculously expensive. But beyond that, it's your pretty standard grocery store. The pros: 1. To balance the exorbitant grocery costs, they have some seriously stunning deals on produce. $1 for a quart of strawberries?! 0.98/lb for oranges?! Hot damn. The money you save will buy your $2.99 SINGLE AVOCADO. 2. They have really good, fresh baked gluten free bread. 3. They carry Krema Honeylicious. Bonus points every time. And goat's milk yogurt which can be tricky to track. 4. Everyone who works there is SUPER cheerful. Actually most people on SSI are super cheerful. Must be something in the air... It's one of two. So you're just going to have to deal with it. But hey, look at the positives and stuff your gullet with strawberries.

Great place, just wonder why we are selling yesterday's sushi at full price? The sushi is always…read moregreat when fresh but please take it off the shelf at end of day.

Bought $50 worth of food and on our way out we were stopped because an employee "saw" us put 2 cans…read moreof pop in our pockets, which is ridiculous we would never do that. Not shopping at this location anymore.

We love this shop. I was looking for some hard-to-find herbal supplements and they had them…read more We also found some very nice Stainless Steel food containers. We bought two double walled bowls with insets used for a separate food. These will help the food stay cold/hot. I wish I had bought more of them now. The ladies were so helpful and knowledgeable. The shop is laid out very well and has 100's of items. You need to stop in and see the huge assortment of items they carry.

The previous reviewer posted this almost a year ago. My experience has been the opposite. As soon…read moreas I walk in the store someone asks if they can help. I have received some very good advice, which has helped with my health concerns. I feel so much better after following the advice given for herbal supplements. They have a great selection of spices in bulk so you can buy as little or as much as you need or want. They have a tremendous selection of products for such a little shop.

Awesome grocery store with a wonderful London Fog tea latte mix that I bought just to test because…read moreI was missing my favorite hot beverage. It was phenomenal and I wish I had bought more. Everything else was great--service, atmosphere, friendly vibe. I'll be back when I'm in town.

If you don't like the crowds, don't go here on Super Tuesday! Super Tuesday is 10% off everything!…read moreEVERYTHING! It's great, but busy! We arrived on a Tuesday and forgot about this so we got caught up in the hustle. Best grocery store on the island. It's shopable and their cafe is great! Compared to some of the competitors this is the best. I just miss the bowling alley across the street. Don't sleep on their bakery. If you're not getting the Nanaimo bars you're just losing money! The check out clerks and very friendly...sometimes too friendly...Just the other day I was chatting with my husband and the clerk made an odd comment and in our A and B conversation, he did NOT C his way out it. It was all in good fun though, we do truly love this place, and don't forget to hit the dispensary next door! That place is magical!