Excellent grocery store with a wide selection of products and plenty of cashiers waiting to check out customers and even help them to their cars. I never worry about having to check the expiration date on products either because Calvin's doesn't keep expired products on their shelves. read more

I ran into this store to pick up a bread and vended up spending 30 mins in this store. When I walked in the produce just looked so fresh. I had my mind on getting a bread but I needed up getting bananas, strawberries and apples which all looked so good! I also ended up getting their Famous Chicken Salad which is also very good! The employees are so friendly and have no problem helping you find what you need! Calvin's is in a nice area so I saw a lot of people walking in and out shopping. Overall I rate this place a 9/10 read more

Outstanding deli. Their chicken salad is legendary. To go sandwich trays are outstanding as are the daily lunch specials. This store is well-managed and operated. Rarely find any expired products on shelves. It's what a neighborhood grocery store should be. read more

Calvin's has the best chicken salad hands down, the staff is always nice and an owner/manager is always there to help.

Calvin's is full of helpful people & an excellent selection of foodstuff - it"s a pleasure to shop with people who feel like family to me. Baton Rouge has two outstanding grocers & Calvin's is one of them imho. read more

This is a hard review to write because they have cool things that no one else does. On the flip side , they have prices to rival the store that Amazing bought (Whole Foods). In face, their prices are way too high. But they have unique iTunes interspersed among the ordinary items abs so I purchased. read more

What a warm feeling you get when you enter their doors. Family run businesses are the best! Found pasta that I've never seen before. Their meat dept has beautiful cuts of meat. And we'll the chicken salad is like no other! All the best to this grocery. Wished I lived closer. read more

Went there cause I didn't feel like cooking. Saw the white beans and rice and I love me some beans but, damn they need to hire a chef. I had to spice it with seasoning and hot sauce to be able to eat it. Really bad taste. I have not been a fan of any of there dinners. I like the Cole slaw and chicken salad and would like the potato salad but they mash the $H!t out of it and I like mine chunky like my moms and most people in Louisiana make it without mash potatoes. The dinner tasted like foil I just hope they don't put the dinners in there hot and then cool them in the foil container cause it tasted like Tin. Alexander's has really good dinners and I will be continuing to go there. read more

Fantastic grocery store with very unique items. Highly recommend the chicken salad, pimento cheese and frozen tortes. The staff is extremely kind. read more

Picked up a pint of their chicken salad today plus a jar of the candied jalapenos. OMG! My wife, son and I were in awe! It was so delicious! Will be back for more! read more

I rarely shop at Calvin's, but I know it's a local favorite. The last time I went, I found some pretty cool items that I would definitely buy again. If you are looking for your kitchen staples, they definitely have them. Things I feel like they lack (and it's okay + one of the reasons I do not go there often) are organic produce items. This is probably not the grocery store where people look for organic produce, especially since Whole Foods is just down the street. I love that they carry local products: coffees, beer, seasonings and more. When you need items to make your next gumbo, jambalaya or boil your pot of crawfish, you will be sure to find all of the fixin's there! For all of the times that I have been, it's never crowded, so I can usually get out of there with my purchases within 10 minutes. Parking is always plentiful and if you are looking for some eats afterwards, visit one of the restaurants within the Bocage plaza. read more

First time visiting this store because I've heard FANTASTIC things about their chicken salad and WOW! Best one I've ever had. I often cook a rotisserie chicken or Turkey just to make my own salad. Calvin's will save me the time. I wish I lived closer!! They also have their own tuna salad that I wish I snagged too. Small time grocery store with tasty home cooked food! read more

Calvin's Bocage Market - Chicken Salad and Ranch Wheat Thins - Grocery Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

There is scittering in the roof and there were rats in the back near the deli, the same place they keep the meats and make the chicken salad. I am disgusted. read more

During my many years in Baton Rouge, I have done trade with this neighborhood grocery. I enjoyed it even before it was Calvin's and long before its expansions. I confess I still shop here for its unique ground chicken salad. Chicken salad is a vital item in Southern cuisine. Calvin's chicken salad is pure chicken breast ground with whatever else he includes in the mix. The key is the simple, fresh flavor and that the all white meat breast meat is not chopped as at other vendors but ground. Other stores market chicken salads but this one is consistently the best. He sells other traditional Southern salads such as pimento cheese and potato, sold at the same counter, but he does not make his own pimento cheese spread but transfers it from buckets from other vendors to containers with the Calvin's Bocage label. He does make his own banana pudding, I believe, and it is quite tasty but not unique. I think he makes his own tuna salad, which is quite good but again nothing special. Wine and liquor selections remain fine in spite of excellent competition from Whole Foods and Rouse's. In fact, the manager Charles is a connoisseur of fine wine and liquors. His special top-of-the-line special items are finer than any other in town but too expensive for me. Ordinary liquor does include some excellent high end items. The coffee selections are not equal to those at Whole Foods and Trader Joe's though the selection is equal to those at Target and maybe a tad better than at Walmart. You can buy all of Community brand products, I believe. The produce selection is fresh but not as varied as Rouse's or most other markets. When Whole Foods was top notch, Calvin's produce did not compete. It still doesn't even with a diminished Whole Foods. Still, you can get good produce here but Rouse's seems better to me. Cheese selections compare with Rouse's but not Whole Foods. There is a cold storage section and a stand alone display section. Bread selections do not compare well with other markets, except for one line of baked breads he does carry from one local bakery. Those breads are outstanding. They also offer adequate standard commercial breads that will do. They do not to have their own bakery except for that one small line. I miss that when I shop here. The deli is sad. The supervisors yells as her staff. It changes constantly. You can buy a small selection of aged beef at this market. Most of the associates including cashiers are teenagers and not committed to their jobs. The turnover amazes me. I do remember one clerk who lasted about five years or so but she left for a much better job. Calvin seems to want to appeal to those who live in the rich neighborhoods where the store is located. He refuses to accept food stamps. Prices are fair but not a reason to do business with Calvin unless you are making a quick stop on your way home. His manager Charles have been with him for years but, except for Gary, his other staff seem to change quickly. I have no idea what incentives he offers his employees They have told me they do not get vacations, holiday pay, or decent Christmas bonuses. They get a twenty dollar Calvin's gift card. Calvin's son and daughter are excellent as are both Charles and Gary. In summary, I buy almost all my chicken salad from Calvin's, some of my pimento cheese salad, Community Coffee, Smith's Dairy milk, some fresh bread, and not much else. It's a rich man's store and I am only a poor fellow. The five stars is for the chicken salad. read more

This is always a stop while we are in Baton Rouge. Best chicken salad ever and I can easily get a meal for a friend or my grandmother before we leave. read more

CHICKEN. SALAD. CHICKEN. SALAD. CHICKEN. SALAD. Plus, the staff is always super nice and helpful which is refreshing for a grocery store (I'm looking at you, large chain supermarkets). Oh, and it's local and the only one in town so when the inevitable CHICKEN SALAD craving hits, it's ideal to be Calvin's adjacent. Thankfully, this is one of my requirements for places to live, so I'm a lucky lady. read more

I wanted to give this grocery store 5 stars because there are so many things I love about it: Friendly cashiers, they always give my son a lollipop and serve with a smile The great wine and liquor selection The awesome pre-made meals and chicken salad!!!! And easy to shop organized isles But unfortunately the deli workers are some of the rudest people ever. They never greet you, smile or acknowledge you in any way. Additionally they never let you know when your order is done or thank you in any way when they are done with you. It is so unpleasant it tarnishes the entire experience which is quite a shame for this gem of a grocery store. read more

Since I moved to BR last summer, I fell in love with the chicken salad and their boars head cold cuts. I went out of my way to shop there. This last visit, there were at least five customers and one employee without their masks. The owner saw these people and greeted them as if nothing was wrong. One woman was maskless in the produce section, walking around coughing on everything. Another was sniffling and snorting by the dessert case. Again, no one said anything, except hello and how are you. There is a sign outside that says masks are mandated, but apparently that's just for show. This grocery store is not that big. Social distancing is near impossible. The clientele is not particular young or virile. I worry about the older people with masks getting sick because of all this. I worry that if I get it, all of my students will get sick as well. I worry that the hospitals are at capacity. I'm sad to say that I won't be going back, just because I'm scared to, mainly for other people. I'm not trying to start a whole thing; I just thought other mask wearers would want to know. read more

If you would like a taste of the world's best chicken salad, go to Calvin's Bocage Market.

Went here to grab some chicken salad for dinner. It's a little pricey but it was amazing and everyone who works there greeted us as we came in. However if you want the best chicken salad in Baton Rouge this is the place to go. read more

Want to find local products in addition to what the chains serve up? Visit Calvins. While there, I have some suggestions for you. 1) Definitely buy some of their chicken salad. It isn't like other ones... not lumpy. It is delicious. I've never met anyone that didn't like it. 2) Try Marie's Cakes. You'll find them displayed back by the meat department on their own stand. They are unique to Calvins. I love the pecan ones the best. You will find many local/regional foods there. Try them all! read more

I always enjoy a quick trip to Calvin's for just the basics or staples for a meal. I can echo what everyone else says, though. Their deli is amazing. If for nothing else, I also go for the service. Everyone is friendly, attentive, quick, and personable. They will also make recommendations if you are trying to decide on something. I don't go for my big grocery trips, but for a personal touch, I am happy to drop in to Calvin's anytime. read more

I love this place and came to check it out after my coworkers bought calvin's chicken salad. SO GOOD. I bought some for home, but I don't think it was as fresh as the salad that was catered, but I'll still buy it and just request freshly made chicken salad next time. read more

Cool little grocery store. They have all the basics like canned goods, chips, alcohol, frozen foods, fruits and vegetables. But the one thing that stands out to me is the fresh prepared food. I literally drive out of my way to come here and get their chicken salad, it is amazing !!! Do yourself a favor and try some. The employees are always friendly and ready to assist. They also have a meat department with good quality meats. There is a Beckett to help with cakes and other treats. read more

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Went there a few days ago with a friend, she swears by it. Gave it a chance like everything else. Walked around, did a little shopping, a lot of browsing, smiled at people, said hello, excuse me that type of stuff. Maybe it was me, but either a good portion of the people were having a bad day or the clientele has a very "uppity" attitude. That's the best way to describe it. The associates were great, helpful and friendly, but some patrons were...I wouldn't mind shopping by myself. When I go somewhere the atmosphere helps my level of enjoyment. This visit didn't help at all. I wasn't really impressed by anything there. It reminds me of a smaller version of Whole Foods. My friend suggested the chicken salad. Said that it flies off the shelves because it's so great. It's in my fridge now and I don't see it going anywhere soon. read more

As a grocery store it's okay. The reason to visit is their deli. Weekday lunches are tasty and plentiful. The main well deserved claim to fame is their chicken salad. The texture is fine and the taste is unique. Best quick BR meal - Calvin's chicken salad, Poupart's rolls (not far from the chicken salad), and Zapp's chips ---a trifecta of yumminess!! read more

I love this store and their friendly staff. I ordered my entire Thanksgiving meal from this store and was able to pick up the morning of Thanksgiving. The food was neatly packed and was easy to reheat. My guest did not even know this was all store bought and prepared by someone else. Absolutely would recommend to anyone looking for a convenient, affordable and delicious meal. read more

I've been going to Calvins since I was a little boy. My grandmother used to buy the chicken salad from the deli. It has got to be the best chicken salad in Baton Rouge. I consider it to be a luxury item. read more

I love your chicken, pecan and grape salad. However, I paid a premium for your salad and only had 1/2 of a grape in the salad. Maybe you should just call it a chicken pecan salad. read more

This an adorable little market with a good selection of most of the essentials. The produce looked great and the prices were reasonable. The service was awesome. It started pouring outside while I was shopping. An employee literally walked my one bag out to the car with me holding an umbrella over my head. Please support this business. We need more businesses like this. read more

I've loved this little grocery store for a long time. It was the first place I ever had a job! The employees and the owner are so friendly and helpful. They offer some cool stuff that a lot of other normal grocery stores don't carry. I love the tortes they carry. My new find is the Elkarita healthy margarita mix. Love it! Also, don't forget their chicken salad! It's the best I've ever had. Some of their other offerings in the deli are good as well. I would recommend the crawfish fettuccini. The prices may be a little higher than a chain grocery, but it's worth it. Keep up the great work! read more

If you're anything like me then you hate shopping at Wal Mart, too. It's too big, too much walking up and down, not enough check out people...it's a headache, right?! Well, thankfully that's where smaller scale stores like such step in and save the day. For me personally, I thoroughly enjoy shopping in local, family owned, smaller stores it's almost magical...and here's why. There is always a check out girl. Seriously. The staff are super helpful and pretty much know where most things are right off the bat. (That's the ease of working/shopping in a smaller grocery store.) Plus they have different varieties of food to choose from and that's always exciting to find something off the wall that major corporations simply do not carry. It's a more personal experience. It's easy to find what your looking for and your in and out the door in relatively no time. When I'm in a time crunch or simply adamant about avoiding a huge mass consumer corporate grocery store I have no issues with stopping here and other stores like such. Yes, some things are pricier, but if you watch the sale papers it's not half bad. read more

Worth the trip for the chicken salad--but, kinda disappointed with some of the other "store-made" sides and specialties. The beans, potato salad, macaroni--all kinda mediocre. Items like marinades and neat jellies and sauces are a neat addition to this place, but not my main grocery spot. I definitely stop in frequently for the chicken salad, though...very finely shredded chicken and great flavor. And a friendly staff is worth mentioning, as well. :) read more

Staff is incredibly friendly at this independent grocer. There are always plenty of cashiers and bag boys around. They will even help you to your car with your purchase, what a nice option. As one might expect, the prices are higher here than at the mega-stores, but you can't beat their chicken salad and plus you are helping a local family business by shopping at Calvin's. Added bonus, it's a quick in and out place. read more

Wonderful market! Well managed, clean, comprehensive and with the best checkout staff of any market in town. Plus Calvin himself is a wonderful fellow! If you go to Whole Foods but need the staples that WF simply does not carry, go cater-corner to Calvin's! read more

Yep.....the chicken salad is what I drive 45 miles for. Easier than trying to make it yourself. Great wine selection, too! I went to a seminar for work nearby and the instructor told me about it. Great find! read more

Great family run smaller grocery store. I go there for the pre-made food like their chicken salad or stuffed pork chops. Really nice people. read more

Wonderful family owned grocery with a very helpful staff. If you decide to check it out make sure to pick up some of the famous Calvin's chicken salad read more

Update:12/5...Tried the in house lasagna. Ugh! It had only one strip of lasagna and the meat sauce tasted like ground turkey institutional food. There was a little cheese sprinkled on top, but all other seasonings were lacking. Big disappointment. read more

Shopper below is right, use this local store rather than any chain. Great meats, unbeleivable chicken salad!!!! Easy in and out, support the local economy. read more