Torontonians Shared Local Grocery Stores So You Can Skip The Big Chains & Get Better Prices
Better quality, too!
The price of groceries in Canada has been front of mind lately what with Loblaws reversing its decision to cut 50% off of near to expiring food items, and over on Reddit, people are asking for help.
In the r/toronto community, someone asked, "Please post your favourite small chain/local grocers," and with over 200 answers, you'll likely find a new spot to do your weekly shopping.
"In light of Loblaws' price gouging along with many other big chain grocers, I think it's important that we start bringing attention to smaller, locally-owned grocers or local chains that are acceptable in quality and do not break the bank," said the original poster. "I'll start by suggesting Fresh Buy Market at Yonge & Davisville."
"I love Nosso Talho (although we always call it the Meat King at my house) - I especially like the Dundas and Rusholme location," said one user, with many chiming in about how great the store is. "They are so nice in there and they have some crazy produce sales sometimes."
Others shared that they enjoy shopping at Queen Fresh Market on Queen West, Galaxy Foods at Broadview and Gerrard, various locations of Carload and Nations at Stockyards Village.
"Kai Wei on Spadina & Dundas and P.A.T at Christie & Bloor," said another user. "Also the produce vendor in the front north-east corner of St Lawrence market has better prices and quality compared to Metro and Loblaws in the area. Very nice people too and one of my favourite local businesses to support."
If you have noticed an increase in your grocery bill, you're not alone. According to the Consumer Price Index, from December 2022 to December 2023, food in general was 5% more expensive.
Hopefully checking out these local stores will help you save!