Wow, Patel Brothers has stepped up their game as of late. The variety of items in the store is…read moreunparalleled. The produce items are much more interesting now because you can get things like jack fruit, that you couldn't get anywhere else. The desserts are rather tasty and nutritious. You can always count on the basics like spices, grains and dried beans. I love going here to load up on spices because you get so much more for less. You can even get whole spices if you have a grinder, which makes for very good tasting meals. I am so glad that we have Patel Brothers, what a great place!

The people who run this store are (were, at the old store) just as unfriendly and unhelpful. I have…read morebeen a repeat customer for many years, but not once have I been acknowledged, nodded at, greeted, smiled at, or thanked for giving them business. Why do I keep going back? All other Indian stores closed and they have ingredients only this store has (fresh methi leaves, fresh dill, etc.). So expect too feel their attitude of "pay and get out."

Turner's Dairy Ok so…read moreyou already grabbed Permanti brothers and Vincent's Pizza What's left? Turner's Dairy products. Pretty much anything made by Turner's dairy. I thought that maybe I was biased or maybe my taste buds where programed from elementary school to enjoy Turner's milk. From the lunch line, to school field trips, if you grew up in Pittsburgh, then you consumed your share of Turner's. I had a few goals on my trip but the most interesting was my desire to be a Turner's connoisseur. You would think that I was sampling fine wine here. I needed to settle this mental debate: Is Turner's really as good as my taste buds recounted, or was i just a kid who was loving chocolate milk at the time. Note that from this point forward I will refer to this point forward I will be spelling it chocolate, but in my mind I will be reading it as the Brad Pitt flick 'Shock-o-lotte." This odd obsession was held tight in my mind as a clandestine mission. A quick product local search revealed brown gold at a convince store within a half mile of my hotel. It was however, the hotel snack shop where i found my first turner's product. A bottle of regular single serve iced tea with its half scripted "T" and its pin stripe advertising beckoning me. Ah the pinstripes. Like the New York Yankees of diary and iced tea products. I had been hoping for cartons but this would have to do. I purchased a few bottles and took them to my room. I offered some to my girlfriend, a 'Pure Leaf' lover who initially did not like the first swig. After no other beverages as an option, she finished the bottle and became instantly addicted consuming a large about of Turner's for the remainder of the trip. The local proprietor turned out to be a gold mine of products. The iced tea was available in Peach, raspberry, lemon, southern style available in your choice of cartons, bottles and small pint sized portions each one proving just as delicious as the prior. From here I moved in the chocolate milk line. I was unable to get my hands on the pin stripped boxes. I located whole milk chocolate milk in a bottle which I shared with my two sons. After a 20 year hiatus, my taste buds once again marveled at the taste. I began to wonder if i had enjoyed the milk more because it was whole milk as opposed to 2%, but I was able to confirm my convictions when i found a bottle of 2% chocolate milk. Let's swing back to the iced teas for a minute. The bottles were only 99 cents and the cartons 50 cents apiece which i found surprising. So drink up. I didn't pay much attention to the price of the chocolate milk, but it's liquid crack... kinda, so get your fix. You may also find it odd and interesting (I prefer the term eccentric when referring to my odd ball behaviors) that I previously emailed Turner's though their Facebook page to ask for unfilled cartons so that I could display them in my Pittsburgh Sports room back home. Perhaps they thought I was a bit off, i was able to secure two cartons, which i poked holes in the bottom letting the liquid drain out. The cartons are now part of my Pittsburgh sports room. This is not so far-fetched when you consider that Andy Worhol (Pittsbrugh Native) made a series of pop art Brillo box displays.

A family-owned establishment that produces milk and other dairy items (delish dips)…read more They've been providing exceptional products to customers in the tri-state area (Western PA, WVA, and Ohio) since its inception in 1930. Founded by Charles Turner in Penn Hills (just outside of Pittsburgh). Known for unique milk flavors like cookies and cream, peanut butter, birthday cake and more. So good!

I know... to some of you, this sounds like it is just Giant Eagle with a fancy name. But, Market…read moreDistrict is so much more. Yes, they carry more of the Market District branded options, but they also carry many more organic, natural, and local options than a standard Giant Eagle. The aisles are slightly wider to allow more space while shopping. The decor is a little more modern and makes it feel slightly cleaner too. We love going to Market District! The bakery is much larger with options. The produce has many more varieties of fruits and veggies. And honestly... less people are here than most other places... to the point, that I've never had to stand in a long line for checkout.

I keep trying to correct the check-in name change to this place. There is still an option to check…read moreinto Giant Eagle.It's still technically a Giant Eagle store but it's a notch above. Typically re-branded as the Market District. From what I can tell, it looks like they pump up a couple departments. Deli, ready-made foods, seafood , cheese and meat departments are fully stocked with higher end items. Nice wine department too. The store carries a huge assortment of locally produced products. It's fun to see which Pittsburgh-related items are on the shelves . Great shopping experience.

Nostalgic best ham. One hit wonder that figures out a way!…read more I have always wondered how Honey Baked Ham stays open when I only ever think about them for Easter dinner... but like... then I think... who cares their hams are delicious. If you don't preorder in advance, I wish you luck! However, I also feel bad that the signage is not apparent for those who still think they can wait in line. I also always aim to pick up my Easter ham prior to Saturday before Easter because I don't want to wait in the longest of lines. Same deal with grocery shopping too. Regardless, the store is very well organized. Extra staff to keep it moving and stanchions setup to best utilize every square foot of the shop for their customers. I don't recommend getting any of the sides. They are overpriced and not that great of quality. Just grab the ham!

This a tiny place in monroeville with the most wonderful ham you can imagine. We always order for…read morethe holidays and pick up at the Greensburg store. Pricey, but there is no other ham like this and it is worth every penny. We all look forward to it! In the monroeville store, you can pick up premade packages of ham, sides, condiments, and order one of their fresh made sandwiches. I always choose the classic ham with Swiss and mustard. Amazing taste. The prices of sandwiches and meals are reasonable. I recommend creating an account with them because you get rewards the more you purchase. You will go back once you try it! The man that runs this store is so sweet and helpful. You have to try it!

My niece went to giant eagle monroeville to shop she saw "build you're own salad" she did she…read morebrought it home for us for dinner the build you're own salad was delicious giant eagle had a big selection of toppings and sides 5 stars to G E diffently taking out again

Monroeville is losing pharmacies left and right... so what used to be an option... is the only…read moreoption. Giant Eagle Pharmacy is GREAT, if you don't go during the middle of the day or on a weekend. They have ample checkouts (five in total) and plenty of workers. The drive thru is convenient, but sometimes it is just simpler to come inside for your prescription.

GFS: Think big!…read more This is our big summertime outdoor party base camp. Plates / cups / tableware. Chips (their pretzels are the best) and drinks. Veggies... large quantities Halloween? Oh yes, it's the one stop. Although their Coke and other pop doesn't seem to be any cheaper, they have lots of bottled water and it is priced lower than most. Bar-B-Que sauce is terrific and a fraction of the cost of anywhere else. It's not a big store, once you get your bearings you're in and out in less time it takes to wind your way up the driveway. Oh yes - no membership! This is my family's big box store!

Friendly and accommodating place. Don't need to pay for a…read moremembership to enjoy the savings.