A Mixed Bag of Potential Cornwall Market has a truly interesting concept, and as someone who appreciates a new local spot, I wanted to love it. It's great to have a destination in an area that really needs one. The idea of blending a market with a cafe and a bakery is a solid one, but the execution feels a bit muddled. The space is trying to be so many things at once that it ends up feeling a little chaotic, leaving you wondering what the main focus is supposed to be. It's hard to get a good sense of the flow, which makes Browse a bit confusing. The biggest issue, though, is the price-to-quality ratio. Many of the products, from general groceries to the baked goods, feel quite expensive for what they are. I'd expect to pay a premium for high-end, locally sourced items, but much of what's on offer is pretty average quality. The baked goods, in particular, were a disappointment. They looked great, but the flavor and texture were just okay, not enough to justify the price tag. Unfortunately, the seating area doesn't help. It feels like an afterthought—stark and uninviting—which is a shame for a place that's meant to be a community hub. It doesn't encourage you to linger over a coffee or a pastry, which could be a key part of the market's charm. Despite these issues, I'm giving it four stars because of the sheer potential. The market has the bones of a truly great destination. With a bit more focus on curating products that justify the price and creating a more welcoming atmosphere, Cornwall Market could become a genuinely cool spot and a true highlight for the neighborhood. It's a worthy stop now, but it could be...
Read morewow. you’d think that for a place that overcharges for every single item would have the decency to not serve raw meat to their customers. i am absolutely disgusted. my sausage from my sandwich was barely cooked, and fully pink even from the outside. really disappointed.
edit - came back again hoping for a better experience. sadly disappointed again. i got the chicken caesar wrap, which i expected to be quality given the $12 price point. however, i was let down. at first, i thought it was decent, but as i continued to eat, i became more and more grossed out. cornwall market has somehow made the classic caesar wrap into a sloppy mess that is impossible to finish. the dressing was essentially mayo with a hint of anchovy, and took up about half the wrap. i was left with grease covering my hands and mouth. i don’t even know how it was possible. $12? really? i don’t understand why this place gets such good reviews. made me want to throw up eating one of my...
Read moreI really want to like this place but it’s tough to. I’ve been a local here for 18 years. Portion sizes are pathetic, and the only sandwich I liked was 9$ last week, now it’s 11$. About two weeks ago, my girlfriend got a yogurt that was clearly bad and left out possibly overnight . The employees also deliberated over this in front of us but said it was ok. Ended up taking it back and getting a new one for free, which was appreciated. I hate to give anyone a hard time and always do my best to be appreciative of businesses, but this one misses the mark. Can’t even get normal items, it’s all pricey “artisan” goods that are in super small sizes. Bakery items are also outrageously priced. It feels more like a hotel lobby than a market due to all the open space and lack of practical food options. Better off going to Blue Gate Bakery down the road when they are open on the weekends. I wish I could love this place but I’ve really...
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