FOOD BAZAAR — Attraction in New York

This location used to be a Stop & Shop—a major grocery store name—and naturally, many of us in the community were hopeful when Food Bazaar took over. We expected upgrades, improvements, and a fresh experience. Unfortunately, that has not been the case.

From the moment you walk in, it’s clear the store hasn’t been meaningfully remodeled. The layout, lighting, and overall environment still feel old and dingy, as if the transition was rushed and done with minimal care. It doesn’t feel inviting or clean.

The produce section is hit or miss. Some items are fresh, like the seeded watermelons I purchased recently—which were surprisingly delicious—but overall, the fruit quality is often questionable. Berries molded too fast, and several apples looked bruised and neglected right on the display.

The fish section is unacceptable and should honestly be flagged for inspection. Some of the fish are not on ice, which is a major food safety concern. Either the fish aren’t real (which would be another issue entirely) or someone is blatantly ignoring proper storage standards. That section smells off, looks unclean, and needs immediate attention.

As for the meat department—chopped meat should never spoil by the time a customer gets home. Unfortunately, that’s happened to me more than once. That signals poor temperature control or improper handling. Either way, it’s not acceptable for any store, let alone one claiming to serve the community.

The hot food bar is another issue. It’s completely exposed to the open air. No glass, no barrier—just trays of food sitting out while dust, air particles, and customer conversations float right in. It looks unloved, uncared for, and definitely not appetizing. No clear effort is made to present it in a hygienic, appealing way.

While I’ll acknowledge there have been some improvements to the cold bar, the salad options still look sad—thrown together by someone who clearly doesn’t enjoy or respect the work. The greens look wilted, the toppings sparse, and nothing about it looks fresh or clean. Frankly, it feels like the attitude is: “This is a Black neighborhood; just put anything out and they’ll deal with it.” And that is beyond disappointing.

We deserve better. This community deserves quality, care, and dignity in the places we shop. The way a store looks and functions is a direct reflection of how much respect the company has for its customers. Right now, that respect feels missing.

I only come here for a handful of essentials when I have no other choice. Otherwise, I support stores that actually take pride in their appearance, their product quality, and their customer experience.

I hope this review prompts serious consideration and change. Because we notice when we’re not being valued—and we shop accordingly.

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If I could give no stars, I would. I visited the store on the 21st with my brother. This was their second day. Walked in and went into the produce aisle and immediately noticed how inflated the prices are. Went over to the meat aisle fully packed, looked fresh but again, overpriced. Might I also mention that when stop and shop was there there were so many black workers now the face changed with the name. I finished grabbing the items that I needed, went to the register, purchased my items, and walked out. I realized I had to go back in the store because I forgot to get limes and juice. So, my brother and I went back in. We were looking for the juice. I believe in 6 or 7 (dont qoute me on that aisle#).The cashier alerted the security at the entrance of the store. Both of the security guards then walked all the way from the front, trying to figure out where my brother and I were, looking over the aisle. Once the security officers spotted my brother, one of the security officers acted as if he was walking straight to the back, and the other saw my face and then tried to play slick and walked over to the registers. Said something in Spanish to the cashier. I went to the register and paid for my items in my hand. I was complaining about how their actions made me feel. I stated that this was a bad first impression and not a way to treat customers on their first day opening the cashier who was speaking Spanish prior made it her duty to say in well spoken English "our second day!". I responded regardless whether it was your first day or first week. It was a bad first impression! In a predominantly African-American American carribean community. I FELT RACIALLY PROFILED AND NOT WELCOMED. I am an Army veteran and a hard-working US citizen of this community; where i have lived for almost 40 years. I still hold my Army values dear to my heart, and I follow them and live my life as a Christian. FOOD BAZAAR FIX YOUR ATTITUDE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE! I will be...

Food Bazaar, the newly opened grocery store located at 1009 Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, NY 11226, has recently replaced the longstanding Stop and Shop. As a resident of Brooklyn who actively engages with the neighborhood, I am disheartened to discover that the prices at Food Bazaar are being overshadowed by those of the nearby corner stores. This issue deeply concerns me.

Having lived in Brooklyn all his life, my father has witnessed the evolution of the local grocery landscape. My grandmother used to frequent this very store when it was still known as Stop and Shop, and similarly, my wife and her close friends have fond memories associated with this establishment. However, due to the exorbitant prices we have encountered at Food Bazaar, we have decided that we will not be patronizing this store anytime soon, and quite possibly, never again.

The disconcerting aspect of this situation becomes even more apparent when we consider that smaller, locally-owned "mom and pop" stores offer groceries at much lower prices, while larger supermarkets have the advantage of purchasing in larger quantities. Given these factors, it is perplexing that Food Bazaar, as a presumably larger establishment, is unable to offer competitive prices that align with the needs and expectations of the community. This stark contrast only heightens our disappointment and reinforces our decision to explore other options for our grocery shopping needs.

On this upcoming Saturday, when we typically do our grocery shopping, we will be exploring other options instead of visiting Food Bazaar. We believe it is essential to support businesses that offer prices that align with our community's needs and values. It is our hope that Food Bazaar takes notice of this feedback and reevaluates their pricing strategy, as it is crucial for them to serve the community in a way that is inclusive...