Crow Wing Food Co-Op — Local services in Brainerd

I happened to read some of the reviews here today, and tho most are very positive, there are a couple that I do not agree with. One says that they were treated rudely when entering the premises. I have been a customer for several years and have never, ever been disrespected in any way. I find them to be friendly and extremely helpful. I shopped at the Co-op for over a year before I became a member and was never belittled to feel like I wasn't welcome if I were not a member. I like being a member because I like the benefits that come with membership.

As far as getting bad vegetables, it is your responsibility to check the produce. If you find something that is over ripe, take it to an employee and let them know. They get their trucks in once a week and if, for instance, avocados don't sell as quickly as expected, some may be overripe. Take it to a worker! They will check the produce section. It's not a big deal. They don't always have a steady stream of customers every day all day long to keep it moving. Thanks for letting me say my piece! For you folks who were unhappy with the service, please give it another chance, and go in with a smile; I'm sure you'll...

Great place to go if you have a sensitivity to foods containing gluten or just prefer natural food source. Also if you prefer to get your food from local distributors. Crow Wing Food Co-Op supplies products from folks in our very community and that's important to me. I like knowing g that I'm supporting my community and area farmers. The meat comes from animals that are grass fed and that's also important to me as well. Everything is organic and they are willing to answer any questions you have. The employees are friendly and treat you like family the minute you enter the door. They even accept EBT for low income households on a budget so that's huge. I know a lot of families with children on a special diet with gluten sensitivities who can barely afford the diet changes needed for one child plus the regular diet of the rest of their family. I highly recommend Crow Wing Food Co-Op for all your needs. Food, vitamins, detergents etc. I love this store and the...

I have been shopping at locally owned co-ops for over 20 years and so i am giving my rwview based on comparison of those I've been a part of. I don't go to this store as often as I would like to because I find the pantry items to very high in prices. As more and more larger grocery stores carry all-natural and special dietary based products, it becomes even more critical to be price conscious. I love buying meat (brats, hotdogs) because they are made locally AND they taste fantastic! Their produce is competitively priced, if not cheaper, but the quality has always been good! It's the only place around that offers bulk organic foods (nuts, rice, spices). I look forward to the much, much bigger store coming fall 2020 with deli type...