While definitely overpriced compared to a regular grocery store, I'm very appreciative to have this…read morecute little market in Manchester. Without a grocery store in the area, it's nice to have this back-up option in the case where I don't want to drive to get something. The store has most of the staples you'd need in the event of an emergency, plus some gourmet/healthy snacks. Most impressive is its large selection of craft beers. What's really great is that the super friendly owner will order a beer for you if the store doesn't have what you're looking for.

Perfect Corner Market for the neighborhood. Tiny but mighty, great selection of snacks, beverages,…read morebeer and wine, "necessities" and a little deli case. Full of standards and surprises.

Stella's was a great spot to start a fun day of co-working and exploring in downtown Richmond. My…read morecolleague and I were having breakfast next door at Perly's, and stopped into Stella's for a couple of iced cherry blossom lattes to get the day started in style. This little shop is full of Richmond cuteness. From specialty groceries, to locally-made art, to unique gifts and treasures, I could easily have filled my suitcase with goodies. I ended up buying a gorgeous postcard here (designed by a local artist) - the design featured the coffee shops of Richmond. Of course, I forgot to take a pic (who me?) but it was adorbs. The latte was delish, too! I don't usually like cherry-flavored things, but on a warm morning this was the perfect touch. The edible flowers made it just that much more delightful.

I am a fan of Stella's Grocery. They're always in the area when I need an afternoon pick me up or a…read morecute gift. I usually come to this location for coffee, specifically coffee during a long wait at Perly's next door. I love their coffee options. This is an intimate/smaller Stella's Grocery, but it has all the local goods the others have packed in. There is a good amount of seating at the front too. You can order your coffee drinks at the front. They also have all the standard Stella's Greek food to go options. At the very front you're greeted by cute Richmond souvenirs and gifts. They have favorites in store like Nightingale Ice Cream sandwiches, Blanchard's coffee beans, Mad Kitchen Co. postcards, and more. I'd recommend getting a drink from here!

Hidden gem in the Fan district. Neighborhood bodega with an array of so many goodies! Fresh salads,…read moresandwiches and you can buy hot meals too! And the wine and beer section, top tier! The staff is super friendly and they share so many connections with their community members! Couldn't leave without getting Milán an order of fried chicken wings (she loves a wing) and she rated them 5/5 as they are seasoned well and fried hard like she likes them! If ever on Strawberry St do yourself a favor and stop by, you won't be disappointed!

The prepared food is so good and they have an excellent selection of general grocery items. I love…read moretheir Philly cheesesteak, currently the best I've had here in Richmond

Probably one of the best corner stores I have been to in Richmond and just in general! Super clean,…read moreorganized, stocked, and has so may various types of items you may need, including things you may never have seen before! I can tell the owners really love their store and take care of it. Great vibe all around!

Massive convenient store that has everything you could be looking for (and then some). Friendly…read moreowner. The prices were a bit high for many items, but you are paying for the convenience :) Beer, wine, seltzers, ice cream, breakfast, etc. They really do have it all.

I came into the store recently to grab some meals to feed out of town guests. Jody was most helpful…read morein helping me figure out what meals were appropriate based on ages and diet restrictions. She was also kind enough to recommend the fresh bread as well as salads and appetizers and desserts. Everyone loved the wine she recommended! I was very impressed with her down home, genuine friendliness. She is why many of us choose to shop local!

Stella's Grocery at the Malvern Gardens location is one of those places that feels like a true…read moreneighborhood shop and that's largely because of Jodie. She is incredibly friendly and goes out of her way to make every customer feel welcome. She remembers people by name, takes the time to chat, and creates the kind of atmosphere that's becoming harder and harder to find in our faceless kiosk driven society. The prepared foods are amazing, and I would recommend stopping by to pick-up dinner on your way home when your short on time. If you're ever unsure what to grab, Jodie always has fantastic recommendations and has never steered me wrong. Great products are important, but it's people like Jodie who turn the Malvern Gardens location into a place I actually look forward to visiting. She has created a warm, community feel that is so special about this location and is a big reason I keep coming back.

grey selection, fair pricing, easy location. Definitely low key, helpful and a s et little find!read more

Great service helping find a bottle for dinner w friends. Found a great Pinot noir that wasn't…read morecrazy expensive

Absolutely delicious Meatball Sub and Brisket Dinner. Extremely pleasant atmosphere and very clean…read moreand orderly. Food was well prepared and service was friendly! Looking forward to a return visit!

Everything is good here. Everytime I'm driving north or south on 95 I try to stop by here. The…read morebread here they sell is so good! See yall on my next trip!

Had a lovely experience at J Emerson at their most recent Sweet Wine Tasting Event. I was able to…read moreindulge in tasting 15 different sweet wines from Vermouth to Eiswein for a very reasonable ticket price. In addition to the wine tasting, each tasting station was paired with a curated dessert as well created by Chef Eva Letteron, creating a very well rounded event. Walking in, I was immediately overwhelmed by the selection. The store reads like a treasure trove for both the novices and the wine experts, with every inch filled with impressive bottles. They even have a rare finds section for those seeking more elusive bottles. The owners and workers were all very kind with some appearing more knowledgeable about the products than others. They offered great insight in helping navigate all of the options. As a person who is new to the wine world, I greatly appreciated how accessible the tasting event was and how the information provided about the available wines was simple enough for even a wine newbie like me to appreciate. One thing to consider is that while the building is fairly sized, the walkways can feel a bit tight due to the numerous shelves and wine containers. Which may make it slightly challenging to navigate when the store is crowded, especially for those who may need more space. They did offer a discount for the tasting event which was a nice touch. I left with a bottle of Foi et Li, a delicious botanical forward vermouth that has only had 9000 bottles made. I'd definitely reccomend J Emerson if you're looking for a sweet wine or a rarer bottle to impress those at the next gathering!

We were seeking a wine from Turkey for a special evening with friends, and J. Emerson was able to…read morelocate a bright lovely white and order three bottles for us from their supplier at a cost of $19 each. They really do go above and beyond! While we were picking up our bottles, we strolled through the shop and ended up leaving with 6 bottles of wine from different regions of the world. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and helpful and want to please. In addition to wine, they sell cheese of hard-to-find varieties, like a hard Honey Goat Gouda that is wonderful! The shop is situated on a street with cute cafes. Free parking is provided in a lot in the back, as well as on the street. The shop also issues a monthly informative newsletter offers a wine club as well. We're so happy to have discovered J. Emerson!