Lakeshore valu-mart

Definitely not the cheapest grocery store in the area, so I really only go there for the ready-made hot food if I don't feel like cooking. That said, I went there today and was going to buy a small bag of candy canes on a whim. I'm talking mini candy canes, about 15-20 in a bag. The price shown was a little over a dollar, but when I got to the cash I was told the advertised price was per pound and that it would end up being about $8. There is no way it weighed that much, so there's something funny going on with the pricing. Needless to say, I did not buy the candy canes and will be sticking with my ready-made foods rather than actual groceries. Aside from the prices, the store is fine. Most of the staff is very friendly, the floors are always clean and the shelves are stocked. It's on the smaller side compared to other grocery stores in the area but it's got all the essentials. Just be prepared to pay more for those essentials.

Haven't been to Value Mart in a while. Got there to find out, it's called Independent store now. They moved a few things around, but pretty much the same layout. Prices were pretty fair . I guess I will be shopping here more, since no frills shelves have been pretty empty. Come and try the store out!

I couldn't find a staff member to ask where a product I needed was, therefore I asked an Asian lady behind the deli counter. She did not know where it was. While walking around looking for it I came across a guy cleaning the floor and asked him. He couldn't speak English well but he was happy to help and knew exactly where it was. I found it quickly thanks to him. I wish more of the staff would know where to find and locate the products in the store. He helped me immensely saving me from walking throughout the store since I was walking with two canes. We need more like him!

Purchased three items one evening, two of which were bagged. On arriving home I noticed that I was missing an item, and upon inquiring by phone, reached the check-out person, who explained that the item accidentally “slid” from the bag. As a customer at a grocery store you expect a little bit more attention paid with the items that you pay for.

Great location and basic items but I do wish there was more variety for the international foods. If you're looking for south Asian or middle eastern food items you will not find them at this location maybe due to the fact it's an eastern European neighborhood.

Easy approach using route 76 TTC. Lot of parking space if you are driving. Open from 9am to around 9pm on weekdays. Fresh bread and meat options. For Indians around the place, you can get basic masalas and tea powder at the store.

Absolutely ridiculous prices...I know prices have gone up everywhere but this store is insanely high priced..save yourself the hassle and go to no frills 10 min walk away. .. 3 stars for cleanliness tho

Very rude store manager, didn’t let me in with my service dog! When asked for ID he didn’t have one! My one year experience with this place always higher prices lower quality and now rude attitude! Never shop here again

Like others have said, the little bald man who seems to be the manager is very rude. He stares at you while you check ingredients as if you are going to steal. I have been rudely confronted by him and only return because the cashiers are very friendly. Prices are too high and there is a small product selection, this place will just have to do when you’re in a pinch.

The prices have really gone up lately not really making it a viable option. I know prices are high everywhere but this location has really been hit hard.

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