This store works on razor thin margins and if you shop smart, you can save a lot of money. Its strength is the price points on items indigenous to its predominantly ethnic customer base. This would be produce, fish, Goya line, rice, beans. Like other grocers, it will not be rock bottom on every single item. Not the place for cold cereal, pasta, or non-food items. Outstanding value of frozen whiting fish, greens, legumes, canned fish. The cashiers are a mixed bunch. A few are cordial and professional, while some should not be dealing with the public. Some of the customers obviously grew up without parents, as one woman who cut the line without even asking. The temerity of us to raise an objection. Another customer topped her, by using the cashier as a price checker, then going back to the isles to exchange while we waited. No less than six times. Well, it's her world, I was so thankful to be living in it. Also, note: the store will shut entrance doors fifteen minutes before closing. The security guard is a nice guy. Also, I believe the Mill Rd. store is the smallest of City's, in terms of square footage. I drove by the Elizabeth store, and it looked considerably larger. In conclusion: I would shop this store for certain items, and go early to avoid large check-out lines, that move at a snails's pace. read more

I buy certain things from there only. Never meat or fish. It doesn't look good to me and I think the store smells. I also noticed that their prices are higher than some supermarkets. read more

Beware of the Krispy Kreme Bites on sale($5.49) as you walk in the door. The package we purchased has mold forming on the product. We returned the item that was brought one day ago without any problem until one of the managers tried to micro manage the transaction by questioning the us about the date on the receipt. That is simply poor customer service. They offered an expired product which could have sickened us and had the temerity to question us about the date on the receipt! Very disrespectful and accusatory. I am certain that we will not be shopping at City Supermarket in the future. read more

Big convenient supermarket with lots of Spanish products--some Polish and Indian stuff too. A lot of the fresh veggies were shrink-wrapped on styrofoam trays (which I try to avoid because of the waste), but plenty items are loose (brocolli, asparagus, eggplant, peppers, cilantro...) They don't carry some of the vegetarian options I use and a few brands I like but it's good for a basic stock-up with a lot of variety and something for everyone. Even cage-free Amish eggs! Bonus points for being next to a wine & liquor store for even more convenience :) read more

You know what's funny about this supermarket? Is how rude the whole crew from their customer service is and yet they have a tip jar at each end of their cash register like we are supposed to tip them for being rude. It's simply fine if you don't say "hi" but taking 5 scds to reply to customer's greetings isn't that bad is it? I understand the work can be annoying but they don't even seem like they want to work at all unless they personally know their customers. If not, the hell with you lol anyway that place is very convinient if you leave nearby (hence my two stars) they have fresh veggies which i like and decent seafood as well read more

This place is finally here, and was formerly Fine Fare. I go to this supermarket as well as my family on a weekly basis and am not too thrilled about it overall. This place has lots of variety and looks welcoming but it would be better to see a more diverse staff. This is one of those supermarkets that is heavily populated with Hispanic men and women. There is maybe one black (non Hispanic) person there on any given day (for the first time saw 2 today) and it feels weird honestly. I have only seen 2 men work as cashiers since the place reopened as City Supermarket and wonder what's up with only women, I was shocked not to find a teenager bagging groceries. Customer service isn't friendly, but they will do their job by telling you where everything is accurately. There are frequent sales on numerous items which is good when the register registers them, there were times when the full price of the item would pop out and it seems like something that won't be fixed. I wasn't surprised when I was denied a job when I asked and the place is always hiring people. I don't mean to say that the managers could be racist but their hiring tactics do favor a particular racial group which is unfair. I go there regardless of everything because it is the nearest supermarket to my home....and I live 2 blocks away. Don't come here if you have a better option. Costco and Shoprite are better options. read more

Every experience here has been terrible. Much better experiences when it was Fine Fare. Since the new store it's been like being stuck between purgatory and hell. The prices are all over the place, not always accurate. The cashiers have personalities like baby seals; clueless, aloof, and this aura of entitlement. As if they hold the keys to the gates of heaven and their registers are made of gold. Give me a freakin break. On a busy day good luck finding a decent (fast) cashier. Although there's a cashier who has consistently been on top of his game and he deserves separate recognition. (ill go back and get his name) Otherwise the experience is frustrating. Credit card minimums, slow express lane (seriously?), and consistently standing on line for 8 minutes then being told the register is closed when you finally reach the cashier. (#^*###) 1 star for the reasons above. read more

I would not recommend going to this place. The store was a bit dark and there is always some kind of spill on the floor. It doesn't seem to be kept very clean. The employees are not friendly and rude. I went in to pick up a few items. Got to the checkout line and the cashier was talking to some guy who didn't work there and wasn't buying anything. There was one customer in front of me who had gone to grab and item. After the customer ahead of me left. It was my turn I said hello and asked how here day was going she just looked at me and finished ringing up my things. then went back to talking to the guy. I payed for my things and left. I'm new to the area and still finding my way around but now I know not to go back there. read more

Nice meat and fish department. Fruits and Vegetables always plentiful. My only complaint is this place is always freezing when I go in. I'm not there often as I only get meats and fish from there. Summer time freezing, Winter time Freezing........ read more

The prices dont add up with thier barcodes 7.00 for a jar of mayo b.s. 2 for .99 cabbage sign then when you go to register they charge you by the pound. This is not the first time i had a problem with them you have to watch them . Alot of foreigners go there and dont speak English and they take advantage read more

Pretty decent supermarket. Admittedly, this is a great addition to the Mill Road area in Irvington, NJ. It provides a good option for not only Irvington residents in the area but neighboring downs like Union and Maplewood. Like your typical supermarket targeted to an immigrant community in a non-affluent neighborhood, the food options are not 100% healthy. There is definitely no option for organic food, but let's remember that not everything needs to be organic (see the list of the dirty dozen vs. the clean 15). Additionally, while my family and I could probably fare well by just going down the produce aisle and possibly the bread/coffee aisle, you have to be very diligent in looking at all the ingredients in their spices. I bought a Grace Jamaican Jerk season spice and it had MSG in it. Who the heck still makes food with this? The problem is that a lot of the brands they carry have ingredients that have been PROVEN to be unhealthy for people to consume but yet they slap on a Caribbean/latino oriented cover and play it off as "down home food." All in all, it's a good basic supermarket to go to. Prices aren't too bad. You can get fresh produce, basic necessities, and meat (although that may be suspect as well, but heck Pathmark may be the same). If you need a jump start on living a minimalist life, start it here at City Supermarket. Service...what can I say, the associates could care less about you and Im sure the management doesn't push it either. I've seen this play out in neighborhoods with a high population of immigrants. Perhaps their assumption or thought is the language/communication barrier..but err..hellerr?? I speak English and I do appreciate a kind associate. I also think it has to do with their language barrier as well (the associates that is)..but err...heller? I speak Kreyol too! So why the mean mug?! Anyhoo, when handling market duties I'm just about going in and out. As long as there are some options, its safe, and the associates don't jip me, I'm good. Sorry for the rant. Ciao! read more

This store is horrible. There sign says they close at 9pm however I arrived at 8:42pm and was night let in by the security at the door. I showed him the time on my cell phone and said "it does not matter the store is closes at 8:45pm." Clearly someone cannot tell time. I called to speak the manager and was first told that he was there then told he was gone. As far as I am concerned this business sucks and there have employers who are liars. This store will never get another dime from me! read more