This place is a great spot if you have little kids. There are interactive things all around the…read morebuilding to keep them entertained, and the mini shopping carts with flags are absolutely adorable. It really makes shopping more fun for families. They have their own wine and liquor store, plus a grab-and-go, buffet-style area with fresh, hot food. There is also an ice cream station with cotton candy and strawberry soft-serve, which is delicious. I especially love the cone cups because if the ice cream melts, it doesn't drip all over you. One of my favorite parts is the selection of pre-prepped meals you can take home and throw right in the oven, like Chicken Cordon Bleu and stuffed chicken with spinach and artichoke, along with many other options. It makes dinner so much easier. The only downside was that the avocados all seemed very overripe, so those probably aren't the best thing to buy here. Other than that, the store is well stocked and easy to shop in. I also really appreciate that they have real checkout counters instead of only self-checkout. The employees are friendly, helpful, and the service is good. Prices run a little on the higher side, but if you look around, you can definitely find some decent deals. Overall, it's a convenient and enjoyable place to shop, especially for the pre-made meals and family-friendly atmosphere.

A labyrinth of animatronics and groceries…read more Weirdly enough, never gone into a stew Leonard's before. Heard they had good deals on meat, so I made the trek to try them out. I wasn't mentally prepared for what happened next, but it was entertaining. When you first walk in, you get the full bombardment of sights and smells. Like a mix of a fairgrounds and a convenience store. Then all the displays and aisle lead to a zig zag path with no nice way to circumvent. You have to follow the path, and along each bend is the grocery's brand of products. Dotted along the path are a number of animatronics. Singing and dancing fruits, veggies, and animals greet you with a cavalcade of noise and motion. None of them annoying, but it's something you need to adjust to as you go about your supply run. Eventually got to the meat section, and the quality and price were fairly reasonable compared to competitors. They have large pieces of meat that the butcher can clean up and cut into whatever thickness you like. Pricing of the other groceries varies, and the selection is usually limited to a few options. But the quality of the staples makes it a worthwhile trek. The staff at the time I went was not very present, but the cashier was friendly. It's not a constant stop, but one that I would go to for the freezer restock. For those who have not tried them, expect rainforest cafe or bugaboo creek and prepare for a walk.

I wish that I lived closer to a Trader Joe's because it's amazing!! Although I would probably be…read morethere all the time! :) I don't get here often, so when I do I love to walk around and look at everything they have. Everything is fresh and very organized. I got a few things for the holidays, including a few stocking stuffers!There were many workers running around making sure the store was stocked. I saw a worker ask a lady if she wanted him to get her a basket because he could see she couldn't hold everything. She was very thankful. I thought the prices were pretty fair too. The store was very busy. I wish that the isles were a little wider. It's not a huge store, but it was crowded, which made it hard to move around. There were many cashiers, so I was able to check right out. I look forward to going back.

I don't do my "regular food shopping" at Trader Joe's, but I do pick up a few speciality items when…read moreI'm in the area. Like, Trader Joe's Green Dragon Hot Sauce, it's fantastic. And the Trader Joe's Organic mayonnaise. And most importantly, Trader Joe's Organic Peanut Butter (made with Valencia peanuts, much less aflatoxins, which could damage your liver). Also, a nice selection of cheeses can be found at Trader Joe's. I just try to get to this store super early on the weekends, like w/i the 1st hour after it's opening, so I avoid the craziness in the parking lot. Those are my recommendations.

Lately there is some slippage in quality in the Big y produce section. I am hesitant to return…read moreproduce to the store but a good example is this freshly purchased head of lettuce which is browned inside. See photo....

A tidy and well-maintained environment always enhances the shopping experience, and Big Y…read morecertainly excels in this aspect. The staff were friendly and readily available to assist with any questions or help I needed during my visit. Staff's approachable attitude, willingness to help, and cleanliness of the store added to the overall positive shopping experience. Don't forget Sushi Wednesday where select sushi rolls are $6!!

Welcome to the great stuffed shrimp taste-off of 2021!!…read more In search of the best stuffed shrimp in the area to serve on Christmas Eve, I posted on various Facebook pages to solicit recommendations. Of course, I can't just trust strangers on Facebook, so we did what any self respecting Yelpers would do...we did a trial run of five spots over a two day period, ordering 4 stuffed shrimp from each. We sampled them plain, with lemon, butter, and cocktail sauce, critiquing the size, quality of the shrimp, taste and quality of the stuffing, and overall value for the price. With, of course, photos of both the raw starting point and the cooked final product. As Public Market received the most accolades in my surveys, it was our first stop. I had not been there before, it's a cute Italian market with a good selection of stuff. There is no signage for the stuffed shrimp, and they aren't in the case. So I guess it's one of those...if you know, you know. Otherwise, no shrimp for you! I audibly gasped when the woman handed me a plastic container with 4 shrimp and $32 and change noted on top. Was it upside down? Were my glasses dirty? No...at $26.99/lb, these bad boys rang in at $8+ each, the most expensive by far in the taste-off. They also topped the charts in cooking time, needing nearly 40 minutes to cook at 375. Most others were in the 25 minute range at 350. But just look at them - they're beautiful. I so wanted to love them! Unfortunately, the stuffing wasn't appetizing to me. It had chunks of what I think were fresh celery and onion, that remained crunchy even after baking for 40 minutes. It wasn't a texture I appreciated, and the stuffing was otherwise pretty bland. Better with lemon, even better dipped in butter, but for the price, they should shine alone. Hubby was hoping for something more like the ritz cracker type of stuffing, so he was also disappointed. Public Market came in at #2 out of 5 in the great shrimp taste-off of 2021. While I wasn't thrilled about the price or the taste of the stuffing, there's no arguing that the shrimp had a commanding presence, were fresh, perfectly cleaned, and tasty. I knew if we ordered these I'd be broke and figuring out how to amp up the seasoning at home, but my guests would have been visually impressed. And it seems like so many others love these shrimp, so maybe it's just an us problem. I will go back to Public Market to try other things, as the service was friendly and the quality of their ingredients to be top notch.

Public Market of Newington is a wonderful little Italian grocery. It might look small from the…read moreoutside, but it's got everything you need!! From meats, deli, fresh Italian Bread, Italian pasta, olives, and different kinds of cheeses. Employees are friendly! Just be prepared you might end up getting more stuff than what you initially came in for as they m have some really cool stuff!

One of the best grocery stores in Rocky Hill!!! They have a nice variety grocery items and I…read moreespecially like their sushi selection. The staff is friendly and the store is always clean and well organized. Easy stop for everyday needs and quick meals.

my wife went in and asked for 4 thin slices of cheese. (i was on FaceTime with her) the person…read morebehind never showed her the slices. looking at the cheese this morning it was thick enough to kill an adult elephant. i called the store and told the deli manager my issue and he spoke to me with a very repugnant attitude.

I still appreciate this cute little store that carries European products. Bought some really nice…read moreand fresh Portuguese rolls , Greek elderberry syrup and a nice smoked Romanian salami. Service is friendly and efficient.

Me and my family moved into the Newington area right around 2018/2019. Discovered this place in the…read moremiddle of Covid as my family is made up of European immigrants. My mom walked in one day and spoke to the owner as she was the sweetest lady ever and super nice. My mom talked about how she immigrated and how she's been looking for a local store like this to feed her sweet tooth! (European delights and sides/snacks for when having tea/coffee) from that day on we have been considered regulars. My mom introduced my dad, then they showed me the ropes, etc. we have witnessed the change of ownership from the previous owner to the apprentice and the service has stayed just as great, nothing less expected from the amazing team. Anyways, 100/10 would recommend always as they always helps us and are always doing it with a smile.

I stopped by the Walmart in Newington in an attempt to try to find my Cetaphil moisturizer…read more This Walmart is pretty big, it features a garden center, a vision center, a nail salon, Subway, car care and a pharmacy. Currently they have a large assortment of Easter bunnies, eggs and baskets. Most shelves appeared well stocked and organized. In the skincare isle the Cetaphil stuff and some other brands were under lock and key. They didn't have what I was looking for. I don't think this is Walmart's fault, as it is likely discontinued. I saw a cute shirt on my way out. The cashier completely ignored me. She was talking to a customer behind me. I've been to better Walmarts.

I bought a battery a little bit ago (regretfully now) and I realized it had just a little fluid on…read morethe side. I brought it back and had them test it. It worked. I said ok cool! I bring i home. Turns out not the right battery. Visually could see it was too large for the space in my vehicle. I bring it back in. They say it's dented. The only people that did anything with the battery are the service center employees since I can't even use the battery. So riddle me that. Dented from who? Y o u. I just accept defeat and go purchase my item, one being clippers for trimming and shaving head hair. I get home and open the box and not only is the packaging torn open but there is fucking hair on this blade. Literal black and dark auburn hair shavings all throughout the blade. Walmart- Berlin Turnpike. You're nasty. Absolutely gross. Couple that disgusting shit with the fact your store is a hot mess? I'll never come back.

This is a great Whole Foods location near to Southington, CT. Soon, actually Southington will be…read moregetting a Whole Foods location in town in about two weeks. For now, this is the closest location. We found this Whole Foods to have a bit more variety of product than we normally used to in Orlando, FL. Very clean store and not busy at all so it was an enjoyable experience.

Your on sales cookie sucks. Why bother to put these on your shelf? Do you taste any of foods you…read morebuy?

While this grocery store is not the biggest, the customer service is great and the deals are good…read more They have just about anything you are looking for and have minimal wait time for check out. You do not even need a store membership card in order for the discounts to be applied, they are automatic at checkout.

Fresh produce and timely delivery Variety of different…read moretypes of food and meats and vegetables ,fruits . Friendly employees