Lewis Fresh Market — Local services in Waukegan

Now I know what IT USED TO BE for foreigners to come to the U.S. and struggle with the language barrier! Now I am struggling with it too...and I was born and raised in the this country! I told the lady who waited on me I wanted sliced ham. All I got was a blank stare. I finally pointed to the ham and said I wanted a pound...I had to repeat it at least 3 times. I also wanted 1/2 pound of SUPER SHARP cheddar cheese...I got another bewildered look from her. There was a big block of what I wanted there in the case...I pointed and repeated my request. Of course, she got in the case and got an already open block and sliced off the amount I wanted. For all my trouble, I didn't get SUPER SHARP cheese...I got plain SHARP!! I have gotten OUT OF DATE Smoked Sausages there. I have seen frozen pizzas that were in the freezer cases that were MONTHS OUT OF DATE! I have asked the butcher dept. for a cut of pork roast to make pulled pork...and got spare ribs... all because 3 different men working behind the counter DIDN'T SPEAK OR...

2/5 Stars - A Disappointing Experience

I've been shopping at this location since 2021 and have generally been satisfied with the affordable prices and selection of fruits and vegetables. The store's small size is a trade-off for the low prices, but it's still a convenient option for me since Aldi is next door.

However, a recent encounter with new security protocols has left a sour taste in my mouth. As a long-time customer, I've always used reusable bags without issue. Today, a new security guard stopped me on the way to the store to check my bags, claiming it's the store's policy. I was taken aback by this, especially on a hot day when I just wanted to quickly grab a salad.

While the store's prices and selection are still a draw, the lack of communication about this new policy and the overzealous security guard have made me reconsider my loyalty. Until this issue is addressed, I'm giving this...

They have everything that you need! :) The store is so well organized, It has been a long time since I've shopped here, I'm glad I came with my mom. I was so impressed by the way the expansion looked, so much variety of cooked food, they had self serve on some foods in a food bar as well. Can you belive they cook breakfast for you on the weekends! My mom said its amazing!! Wow that's awesome the food looked so delicious. The staff was very helpful and professional, the only issue would be work with your customers on a price that is fair when purchasing bulk. We own a customized clothing store, we like to give our customers a fair price especially when they buy bulk. We wanted to purchase a box of green bananas, we've paid $25 here previously, then we were told since it was the last box it will be $35 dollars. We ended up going to another store and guess what we got it for...