The Marketplace at John Gross — Local services in Mechanicsburg

I saw their brand new deli/meat and seafood case there I though I can't wait to show my wife, maybe we'd come here more often. They had oysters, I was figuring on going there a couple times a week once I saw that, so I bought 10 to try them, put them on ice, made my cocktail sauce, took them on the patio and the very 1st one I opened was dry and smelled horrible, what are the chances, the very 1st one, ugh. A few others looked open a bit, I am so disappointed and will never give them another chance, it will be awhile before I am able to look at another oyster after smelling the rotten one they sold me. At least they got their name right, GROSS, but should be named...

Formerly known as The Grossery, The Marketplace had been redesigned for an open shopping space. Most of the space is refrigerator and freezer shelves and bins. Basic dry and canned goods are available on a few shelves. There are some things you can't get in other stores, especially drink mixers of a dozen or more flavors.

Some catering supplies are available, such as paper table covers, plastic ware, disposable dishes, etc.

Bulk orders are available, but I don't need that, so I don't know much about them. If you see something in the store that you need in bulk, ask at the...

The selection and quality is above par. The knowledge of the butcher is astounding. All in all what a great selection for people who have " common sense " expectations. Quality is not cheap-- but the best prices with guaranteed quality and service are at John Gross for the knowledgeable shopper. Also-- they have a full warehouse for all sorts of items when you entertain and/or have a large family-- just ask. ** Also best price on whole quality pork loins-- break them down...