Spice of India — Local services in Grand Rapids

They have a great selection. Love shopping at the Indian market but don't get there too often. The only thing I do not like about the market is nothing is priced and they shelf tags for prices, many are missing. So much of what you buy, you have no idea what you are paying until you get the receipt unless you ask first before they ring you up. There have been items I have inquired about the price and some was more than I wanted to pay but it was only because I am not that great at Indian food yet. Not sure if I would like it or use it. If the price is okay I am willing to try it.🙂 The staff is nice. They do not know their products well either. I sometimes have problems with spicy foods and if I ask if it is hot in flavor. Most of the time is VERY hot. So although they speak english I am not sure if it is a communication problem, a lack of knowledge of the product, just the fact they want to sell it or just not that hot in spice to them. So sometimes what I get is just not for me, but I do love...

I was happy to find a well stocked store in G.R, that said it was overwhelming in the selections, and as others mentioned virtually nothing is priced on product or shelf. I don't know if this is a cultural thing, but I never felt so unwelcomed in a grocery store. Maybe everyone is just really serious, and I confused it with uncaring. Several employees were present, it was not busy at all and yet no one asked if needed help ( I was there for over 30 minutes, it was fascinating to check out all the products). Eventually I rather apologetically asked the lady at the counter for help with pricing on different sized spices, so I don't overbuy and end up with stale spice. She did oblige, so that was nice. I then set all the stuff on the register counter and hoped I could afford it. I said thanks, but no response after paying. I will not return again, there has to be a better option in G.R Mediterranean island on 44th also has some...

The young girl who works there is full of attitude. We all work very hard, but workers should know to keep their attitudes out of their work place. I was standing at the register and handing her money, change first, and she just stood there rolling her eyes and raised her voice “are you done”. I only come to the store because of the owner, he is a sweetheart. However, they will be losing my business if they keep workers like this. Additionally, 50% of their items are expired SO PLEASE WATCH OUT. if you bring back expired items, they always doubt you. And on multiple occasions they have overcharged me or “forgotten” to give me my change. Always ask for a receipt and always double check their prices. I understand they have been a local business here since a long time, but as vendors they should have higher standards and better work ethics. I love local businesses, but don’t take advantage of your customers and over...