Ellis Family Market — Local services in East Millinocket

Community Heartbeat and Toilet Paper Savior.

Ellis Family Market is exactly what a local grocery store should be—always spotless, incredibly well-stocked, and staffed by some of the friendliest, most helpful folks around.

Peter, the owner, doesn’t just run a store—he runs a lifeline. He goes above and beyond to make sure the community’s needs are met, no matter what. Case in point: during the chaos of Covid, when toilet paper vanished from every shelf, Peter kept it in stock. Yes, toilet paper—and for that alone, he’s a local legend.

Plus, they even bring your groceries out to your car! That kind of service is a huge asset to the community and makes shopping easier for everyone.

With a team that clearly cares and a store that feels like home, Ellis Family Market is a cornerstone we can...

I struggle with food restrictions, and currently live in Bangor (after living in East for 18 years) and can’t find the Fody brand anywhere. Went home to visit and made a stop at the store, found a ton of solid gluten free foods, as well as the Fody brand! I was able to have pasta sauce that was safe for me for the first time since making the switch. I couldn’t believe how inclusive the selections were. Definitely going...

This is a small community market that fills in the grocery gaps nicely at a reasonable price. The inventory selection is decent for the size of the store and the service here is average/acceptable. Be mindful of the dates on products before you purchase them as we have discovered some expired items...