Riverdale Pharmacy is a comfort when you're sick and picking up prescriptions, and a pleasure to deal with in general whether for prescriptions or just buying needed drug store items. Has the feel of a community shop, with attentive staff who know how to navigate their systems...which seems to be a problem at other places in town. I highly recommend read more

I am so happy that the Riverdale Pharmacy is always accessible to me and very patience to me at all times. All of the staff is very knowledgeable to all the products in the store with a full explanation. Love saying (Good Morning Family or Good Afternoon) What more can you ask for. Thank you all for being there. Sylvia Swindell read more

This is super convenient for me. Quick walk down the hill. They had a medication in stock when I really needed it and all the big pharmacies like Walgreens & CVS were out, told me they didn't know when they would get in. This place had it ready in an hour. The staff is also friendly. Only reason for four stars is I wanted to grab a few toiletries at the same time but they were expensive. Recommend anyway! read more

Beware that if you do not fill your prescriptions at this store, they do not honor their store card and provide you with the discount, explaining that you are not in their system. Once more, the attendant asks for your ID and personal information, without letting you the terms and conditions for participating in their loyalty program. Although, the above may not be illegal, it certainly smacks of impropriety. It's embarrassing and frustrating to return to the since it is so convenient and close to home, to be told that you are not in their system, not eligible for the discounts, and you must be re-entered into the system by providing your ID and accompanying information, without any explaining why you are doing, although you continue to carry the original store card and denied being issued a new one.​ read more

Impeccable customer service and professionalism for the community. Keep up the outstanding work!

Asked three times if they delivered to my area (as it is kinda far, that's why I asked three times) had my script transferred there, now they want $68 to fedex it! Should have just been honest up front. Now medications held up another week! read more

This pharmacy is the nearest to my place and I just went there for flu shot and Covid vaccine. They take walk in which is better than cvs and Walgreens. But I waited about ten minutes. It's very small and staff is kind. read more

Excellent customer service and communication. Pharmacists are both knowledgeable and caring.

Service is amazing their phone system is TERRIBLE. Marty needs to invest it a system that works

Very disappointed today when I called over the weekend and was promised covid vaccines would be available today. I walked in and the pharmacist said nope and no guarantee for the rest of the week either. They took my name and number to call me but I have to get it ASAP due to visiting a much older relative and both of us immune compromised. Ironically the three customers were all masked to day but none of the pharmacists nor staff. I have them deliver all my meds b/c I can't keep risking being in places where folx don't mask. I scheduled immediately at Walgreens. I'd go back in person if they masked but since they refuse it's delivery for me only. I'm still a fan of indy pharmacies only but they won't survive if they don't mask. Covid. is. not. over. read more

Riverdale pharmacy has provided me great service with complicated prescriptions that need prior authorization and less common prescriptions. The prescriptions were ready the same day or next day. I am thankful to find such a wonderful pharmacy in my neighborhood. I have made this my preferred pharmacy. read more

The new folks at Riverdale have been super accommodating and helpful. when I can't get there to get my prescriptions they will have someone deliver from 4-7 pm. Nice to know that they are there. read more

I cannot BEGIN to tell you how appreciative I am that this small - but mighty - pharmacy came through for me in an urgent situation today. However, now that I have met this team...and seen them in action, I am going to SHOW my gratitude for having access to the medications I need...in my OWN neighborhood...provided by professionals who actually CARE and SHOW it, by leaving the decades of aggravation with CVS/Caremark in my rear-view mirror and move the purchases of my prescriptions AND over-the-counter needs to Riverdale Pharmacy. read more

I just found them to be very friendly and approachable, without the harried and Can't-you-set-I'm-busy air that pharmacies and pharmacists often wear. They deliver Rx's too. read more

Friendly atmosphere and helpful staff! I especially had a great experience with the pharmacist. I will definitely be coming back with more business. read more

Wow, extremely rude!! Would had been convenient for me, just around the corner from home, Will never go there again.

I went there to pick up a prescription and all last minute pregnancy needs (only moms know what these items are) I was embarrassed as I asked where certain feminine items were located, and no one could find them. Instead, they tried to sell me Depends!!! I was mortified. However, they did finally find what I was looking for. I went to pay for my 46 dollar bill with a 100 dollar bill. They wouldn't take it!! They thought a 9 month pregnant woman was trying to give them a fake bill!! They are so old fashioned, and they need to have the "tester" for large bills. They just assumed it was fake!! This is a pharmacy that is not with the times at all....trying to sell Depends to a 29 year old!!! And every store in NYC has a tester for large bills! GET WITH IT, Riverdale Pharmacy!! read more

During the covid pandemic they have been an asset to the community. They have many items in stock I could not find elsewhere. The staff is friendly read more

This is a handy place for local residents, because they deliver and the prices are actually competitive and they accept virtually all plans. The downside is that the male pharmacist is just a nasty guy. Zero people skills and zero compassion. The female pharmacist is professional and is actually helpful. The old guy? Nope. As for other pharmacy items, they have limited SKU's but, as I said, the place is handy for last-minute, must-haves. If it wasn't for the male pharmacist being so surly, the place would rate another star. Too bad they don't contemporize the place and add stock; it would be great for the nabe and a goldmine for them. read more

Convenient place for me so I end up buying last minute items here. I wanted to move all my prescriptions here as our family has a number of prescriptions every month. I like to support the small businesses but unfortunately, they don't care to order anything that is out of stock. The pharmacist couldn't even tell me when they would receive the medication for my child. When I wanted help flavoring a different medication, again no help. So all my prescriptions have to be filled elsewhere where any special or out of stock meds are ordered and received within 24 hours. read more

Great neighborhood pharmacy. I have been going here for YEARS! Everyone is professional and HELPFUL. They accept most insurance plans and have good relationships with local physicians. Plus they DELIVER! I did take one star off because of the limited selection of other items. Aside from prescription medications they do sell a range of other health related items. Unlike the huge chain stores these items are limited and they may not carry your desired brands. They also have a fax machine which saves me from going to the absolutely terrible stationary store next door. Support local small business! read more

Awful service. Christmas Eve I called 5 times only to receive a vm that said they were closed when they really weren't and now it's too late for me to get the medicine needed since I've been sick in bed. Awful awful awful customer service seeing as how they will be closed on Christmas. read more

I've found the service personable , thoughtful, professional and considerate. I'm confused about other people's experiences. Been going to this pharmacy for years and have never experienced anything like that. Just because this is a family run pharmacy, doesn't mean they have to be like folksy and chatty characters in Mayberry. They are efficient and pleasant. Can't beat the convenient location either. read more

We've been using this pharmacy for nearly five years and we love it. They are efficient, welcoming and competent. I grew up with an old-style, family run pharmacy and was so delighted to find one in North Riverdale! I've never experienced the poor treatment that some of the other reviewers complain about. read more

The pharmacy staff are wonderful and helpful. They're friendly and always ready to assist.

Great place! Great workers! Always quick and convenient. This is my main Pharmacy. I've been coming here for years and will continue too

Great service and staff, pharmacist was helpful and explained what my medication was for and any interactions I might have with other medications. They were also able to get my medication the same day. read more

The pharmacist was surly & treated me like I was a CHILD. Simple question, I expect a simple answer. NEVER going back. NEVER.

Please, stay away from this pharmacy!!! We live in the neighborhood and it would be the most convenient place to bring our prescriptions however, the main pharmacist is as arrogant, offensive and rude as it can get!!! No respect and basic manners towards his custumers. The girls working at the cashier often try to intervene when noticing the way he treats a customer and/or answers a question. PLEASE.... SEND HIM A MESSAGE... DO NOT SPONSOR THIS PHARMACY!!! read more

Don't go. Evening pharmacist is EXTREMELY rude. He refused to honor a coupon I had for a prescription, saying he wouldn't do it. It would not have taken him any time (and he would have gotten a $2 processing check) but it would have saved me $10. Their prices are generally high, selection is poor. Go ELSEWHERE. read more

Never go to this pharmacy. I called them desperately needing a medication that my doctor was going to call in as soon as we hung up. They said they were closing the doors in 15 minutes and essentially refused to help me. They were the only pharmacy that was still open in Riverdale and had zero compassion. Do not give them your service. read more

I'm with Shauna. I've never had a problem, and they are always professional and personable. Their record-keeping is very good, and they raise a red flag if you've been prescribed something that will interfere with a medication you're already taking. I have total confidence in them. read more

I have lost confidence in this place. They are indifferent and unpleasant to you if THEY make a mistake, and don't do anything to rectrify it. e.g they have filled the wrong rx. Another e.g. theyir automated line says they will deliver the med and it does not get delivered. When you call, they don't care. There is always a very long wait, and the pharmacist appears extremely stressed out a lot of the time. read more

The ladies behind the counter are genuinely nice and helpful. I really don't have much experience with the pharmacists and I don't fill prescriptions there because they don't accept American Express. read more

I've used this pharmacy for years and have never had a problem. The pharmacist has always been helpful, if a bit abrupt, but always polite, and I've never had a problem with their filling a prescription. read more

Called the Pharmacist because my doctor called my prescription to Riverdale Pharmacy in error, should have been called to another Pharmacy in Riverdale. Thank goodness I am not a customer because he answered the phone abruptly and was not pleasant at all. Never learned phone manners I guess. read more

I have problems with the pharmacist who regards me as an escape goat to let out his anger and nastiness when I come into the store. I've had some difficulties with my health insurance and maybe I demanded too much attention from the "staff". But he insults me loud enough for me to hear every time I come in. Today he outdid himself. He said to a man "look out behind you". I was standing there. Obviously he has problems but you don't look for people to take it out on. I don't get my prescriptions there anymore but I do use their photocopy and fax service and I do buy things. Maybe just a jerk. read more

I have to agree with the preceding posts. This pharmacy has the poorest selection, highest prices and rudest personnel. I've lived here for 21 years, and this pharmacy has been under the same management the entire time. I'm sure I'll move before we get new management. Hopefully, the rest of the community will soon experience a better shopping experience. read more

OMG I didn't think I could be treated any worse by these pharmacists and certainly not a few days after my last review, but that is what happened. Last evening, after they closed, I called in an RX refill, leaving the message on the answering machine. When it was not delivered by 7PM this evening, I called to find out if it was on its way. I was told that I needed a pre-authorization and they had called my doctor but she had not returned the call. I asked why I was not told so I could call my doctor and get the refill. I also asked why I had trouble with this prescription every month--Lipitor. It was a different pharmacist from the one I spoke with a few days ago. He was equally as arrogant as the first one. I asked what I was supposed to do without any pills over the weekend and would he give me a couple to tide me over He told me no he would not give me the two pills (I have always had this arrangement when with Manhattan pharmacists in mom-and-pop shops as well as Walgreens.) He said it was my responsibility to make sure I have refills, etc and that whether I had the medication or not was not a life or death situation. Do you believe that? I must admit that he pushed my buttons and I started yelling at him. He hung up on me. I called back and spoke to a nice woman. I told her what had happened a few days ago and just now. I further told her that I could not believe how inefficient they were and how they expect the customer to do the pharmacists' job regarding refills and pre-authorizations, etc., blaming me for not being on top of the refills. BTW, I explained to the pharmacist and the lady that I have glaucoma and I can't always read what the bottle says. That stopped both of them in their tracks. Don't they get that sometimes the customers are ill or disabled? I am 72 years old. I am sure they have customers that are even older and disabled. I wonder how they treat them. The woman continued to listen to me, which I appreciated. When I complained about keeping my credit card info on an index card, she explained that this is a mom and pop shop and only the pharmacists have computers so instead of the pharmacist having to write down the credit card number and give it to the ladies up front to charge, they keep it on a index card. I asked if this was 18th century record keeping. Why don't they get a computer up front. She told me that the owner was a pharmacist as well (other than the two pharmacist employees) and he refuses to buy another computer! Can you imagine. I have patronized other mom and pop pharmacies before and never had these crazy experiences with decades old procedures and blame the customer attitude which is pervasive in this pharmacy. What kind of service does this owner think he is providing? How much is a computer now? And it's a business expense. Maybe the owner is senile and shouldn't be operating a business anymore. Riverdale is only 15-20 minutes away from Manhattan on a good traffic day. Riverdale is not in the back woods, but this pharmacy's practices and service surely is. DO NOT PATRONIZE THIS PHARMACY. WHO NEEDS THIS AGGRAVATION? IF YOU DO USE THIS PHARMACY MAKE SURE YOU GET AN RX FOR VALIUM, BECAUSE YOU WILL NEED IT TO COPE WITH THEIR STUPID ANTIQUATED WAY OF BUSINESS AND THEIR ARROGANCE. REMEMBER, I WARNED YOU. read more