Katherine L.
Yelp
What can be said that hasn't already been said by others, like John B.?
This place is a breath of fresh air and organic awesomeness in local business format. I love MOM's Organic Markets all over the region, but, they can be a challenge to reach in a reasonable amount of time if you live in the District. Finally, one is here! The location is not very convenient, but at least it's IN DC, at last! Something to give Yes! a run for their money? Perhaps.
One thing I found odd though, was the wide aisles in the store. It's nice to be able to roll down with your cart, have someone else roll down with his/her cart, and still be able to let a person walk through, all at the same time, but, it made the place feel a bit more warehouse-y than I would like.
So, other than the far location for DC proper and the spacious aisles with the warehouse feel, this place is splendid.
It has everything I could think of wanting to purchase when at a market. The produce section looks small in the large setting, but it is actually quite extensive for promoting local, organic ingredients. The bulk options are incredible. Some items are pre-packaged for ease of customer and probably staff. Still, again, in looking at the choices of nuts, beans/ legumes, dried fruit, grains, baking ingredients, cereals and all else, it is so extensive, I couldn't think of anything that wasn't there!
For raw food enthusiasts, plenty to choose from all over the store, and a section near the liquor, too, of pre-made raw items. More extensive selection than any other market, if you ask me. For bar addicts, wow - I was overwhelmed, too, with the aisle full of choices. There were a couple that I had never seen before at a MOM's or otherwise in the area, and, yes, I quickly decided to buy some. The chocolate bars, too, wow, so many choices. It's actually good I don't live closer, because raw foods, bars and chocolate bars are pricy items that would make me broke if i lived here. However, the prices are still as good, if not better than any other place around.
The other final thing I'll comment about in this store is Naked Lunch! Sometimes, after grocery shopping, you are hungry and tired, and well, yes - you're in luck. No need to go home and prep your meal, you can get one here. It's all organic and all vegetarian- awesome. They have fresh juices that are pressed to order - impressive.
The folks here are super nice, too.
Every month, they have specials on some items that might normally be more expensive. There are also great produce specials, too. Keep coming back, you'll find something new!
What is holding me back from going there now? My wallet doesn't want a hole burned in it... so many amazing choices!