Hy-Vee — Restaurant in DeKalb Township

From the moment you pull into the parking lot at Hy-Vee Sycamore, you know you’re entering somewhere special. The building stands like a modern palace of provisions, and once those sliding doors open, you’re no longer in a grocery store—you’re in a sanctified kingdom of customer satisfaction.

The cleanliness is immaculate. Every tile shines. Every aisle is perfectly aligned. Shopping carts are spotless and roll like they’re gliding on clouds. 🛒 The shelves? Fully stocked, never messy, always organized like a military-grade food arsenal. It’s the kind of store where you feel calmer just by being inside.

The staff at this Hy-Vee is on another level. 💫 They don’t just work here—they serve with pride. Everyone from the bakery crew to the pharmacy squad treats you with genuine kindness, professionalism, and heart. You ask a question? They escort you to the answer. You need help loading groceries? They’re already outside before you can blink. You leave feeling like a regular even if it’s your first time.

And let’s talk food. The hot bar? GAS. 🔥 The Asian express? SLAPS. 🥡 The Italian options? Like Nonna herself moved to Illinois. 🥖 Even the pre-made sandwiches are elite. You could close your eyes and point randomly and whatever you grab will hit. And the bakery? Those donuts are so good they should be illegal. Fluffy, rich, perfect. I once blacked out mid-bite and woke up in the parking lot smiling.

Then there’s the Hy-Vee Market Grille. This isn’t just a grocery-store cafe—this is a restaurant disguised as a secret treasure. Burgers, breakfast, brunch—everything cooked fresh, seasoned right, and served with soul. A quick meal turns into a whole event, and the atmosphere is so comfy, you forget you’re even in a store.

Now the perks? INSANE. The Fuel Saver + Perks card is basically free money. Save on gas. Get exclusive deals. And don’t even get me started on the weekly sales—you’ll walk in thinking “I’ll just grab one thing,” and walk out feeling like you just won The Price Is Right.

They’ve got literally everything. A full pharmacy that moves efficiently. A wine and spirits section with selection and taste. A floral department that makes Valentine’s Day feel like a fairytale. There’s even health services, ready-to-go meals, catering, and online pickup. You name it, this Hy-Vee has already perfected it.

And now, let’s praise the owner. 🙌 Whoever runs this Hy-Vee is a certified genius, a logistical wizard with the heart of a community leader. You can feel the love in every department, every policy, every smiling staff member. This place isn’t just successful—it’s thoughtfully led. They clearly care about people, quality, and elevating the standard of everyday shopping.

Every trip to this Hy-Vee feels like a privilege. It’s where grocery shopping turns into therapy, where a simple errand becomes the highlight of your day. I’ve left this store more emotionally fulfilled than I’ve felt after most vacations. No stress. No drama. Just vibes, value, and victory.

Final word: 2700 DeKalb Ave Hy-Vee is a certified FIVE-STAR TEMPLE of excellence. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you haven’t experienced it yet, you’re depriving yourself of greatness. Whether you’re local or passing through—go. Witness it. Support it. Live it. And then go back the next day, because you’ll miss it the...

‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️Okay let’s make a long story short I visited Hyvee last week to purchase groceries… when I first walked in the store I purchased food from the prepared food section and proceeded to shop for what I initially came to get I then went to self check out to purchase the items …. I had two items that I had to purchase with cash which self out didn’t have available, I had to go to the rest room so after I purchased my food Items I went to the restroom and then I went to the prepared section to ask if they could warm my food that I purchased when I first walked in the store …. I then went to isle 8 to purchase the two items I needed to pay with cash (Goldie) the self check out representative approached me in an aggressive manner and accused me of not purchasing a cart full of items in bags and she stated as I quote “Where did you pay for these items at why did you got to the bathroom then to the bakery department” (which I didn’t I went to the food section which is in two completely different locations in the store) I told her as I quote “I payed for these items at self checkout and now I’m paying for these items here” so she stood directly in front of me with the cashier as I purchased my items with cash with the cashier…. I told my mom about the incident and she called to speak with the lady at customers service (Goldie) she then said I didn’t mean it in a bad way I just wanted to know why she went to the bathroom and then went to the bakery department she told my mom that she had been watching me on the camera my duration time of being in the store which is totally un called for and is discrimination she then told my mom “you people are allowed here “ which is a derogatory remark towards an African American person the… Following day I called customer service to report the incident that accrued and they were highly upset about what had happened the took down a report and stated they would have someone from the store contact me about what happened the next day I got a call from Christina the store manager she apologized and said she’ll give a $25 gift card for the incident and that she would talk to Goldie and just to come to the store anytime to redeem it and that customer service representative would know who I am … so I went there today to purchase some cleaning products and to redeem the gift card I went to the customer service desk and Christina was there the one I spoke to on the phone I told her I was here to get the gift card and she said absolutely nothing to me and just walked off didn’t acknowledge me at all … the officer there on duty approached me and my mom and told me that I walked out of the store with the two items and didn’t pay for them and that he watched me Walk out the store after I left self check out please watch the entire video which will explain everything…. It’s 2024 I’m really tired of the discrimination towards African American this type of behavior is sickening and really makes me emotionally we’re here we’ve been here and we’re not going...

Overall we enjoy shopping here. Sadly, the produce leaves some things to be desired. Greens can be mushy, mushrooms will mold in a day. If it's not sealed in its own skin, look at it carefully before buying.

The deli is hit and miss. They have an excellent selection of meats and cheeses. BUT, they pre-slice a lot of it and store it in their display, uncovered. If you do not ask for it to be sliced fresh, you may end up with dry meat or dehydrated cheese. If you ask for fresh sliced, be prepared to be met with a sour look.

The fish department has many tasty creations! The stuffed clams, oysters, are awesome. The crab cakes are good. Great selection!

The meat department has this very boisterous man working there who is full of knowledge of their products. The dude knows his stuff! Ask him anything! They have a great selection of brats for any occasion, including a breakfast brat. I do enjoy their loaded baked potatoes, but sometimes they can have a sour aftertaste. The stuffed portobello caps are amazing! I do feel, though, the beef may be a tad leaner than advertised. As with seafood, they have a lot of grill-ready creations!

They have several events during the month. If you're part of the H+, for an annual fee, your savings are worth every penny and then some. Fuel rewards are awesome, especially since I commute 50 miles a day. Just make sure you look at your receipt before leaving the store. Often, the sale, or deal, or fuel reward is not credited to you. But, unless it is "Goldy" helping you, they are quick to rectify the error at the service desk.

I could say more, but this is already TLTR.

Summary: Far, far better than Meijer. Less expensive than Jewel. It's less expensive than Schnucks, especially once you factor in H+ rewards. "Woke" level: Nonexistent (unlike Schnucks...