I love supporting small business however, not when they're unwilling to care for their supporters. If I'm able to afford the higher prices and support a local business I will, but not when they're on a power trip making their customers feel less than human. Island market is in a great location, perfectly surrounded by homes making it an easy pick for those who are unwilling or can't go anywhere further. I went in to Island Market to buy eggs with my daughter and was immediately cast out because neither of us had a mask covering our faces. I pleaded with the employee at the front of the desk stating "I just need some eggs and I'll be right out, I won't linger. Can I please just get some eggs?" The strictness and audacity of these workers who are unwilling to work with the public in order to gain some extra business and loyalty is astounding. It honestly feels like they're on a power trip and enjoy belittling humans if they come either unprepared or unable to afford one of their dollar surgical masks. These are reasons small businesses die. I will not...
Read moreNew owners....double the price. Yes, as expected the prices are higher because it is a convenience store, however...you don't expect to pay Double. I shop here on my way home or if I forgot something it is about 5 blocks closer than Smith's, however one (1) small can of dogfood was exactly the same price as one (1) large can at the grocery store, which equals out to be double. IMHO that spells…RipOff and the off-brand was only 4 cents less. Realistically, the previous owners did have a reasonable increase, they also had large cans for only about 50 cents higher than Smith's, new owners have no large cans. For what I paid for 2 small cans of dogfood I could have bought 4 similar cans at Smith's or 2 large cans. Can't afford to check out their other prices. I am just going to have to 'drive on by' next time, go 5 more blocks and spend 20 cents on gas to get over to Smith's. Not worth stopping at Island Market, Especially when you leave feeling ripped off, that feeling alone is enough reason not...
Read moreUpdating this review for COVID times and adding a star. The Island Market has taken the pandemic and mask wearing seriously since day one and it is greatly appreciated. I feel much better running in here to pick up something then going to the grocery store.
Who doesn't love the Island Market. They've got the essentials and they're on the way...
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