While not a fancy store, they have a good selection of basic supplies, as well as a good deli…read moredepartment. This is our go-to grocery store in the area. They feature a good produce department as well as carrying goods from a number of local producers. In general, they are better than US stores QFC or Safeway, not quite up to the level of Seattle's Metropolitan Market.

Took 3 different trips to Thrifty foods to buy spanakopita from the deli. Apparently the kitchen in…read moreSidney is closed and the deli counters are have none. There were lots of empty shelves at the Sidney and Saanichton Thrifty stores. So disappointing and they do not carry Lean Cuts canned dog food anymore, or Ridgways Tea. This was a great store, it's so sad. Alex Campbell would be very disappointed to see what it has become.

My husband bought the wrong baby formula for our 4 month old who has stomach troubles…read more Unfortunately, he did not keep the receipt. Management was very sympathetic to my situation and allowed an exchange regardless of the missing receipt. This kind of customer service is essential in our community.

Got all the provisions we needed for the road at Safeway, but boy is it exorbitant. I would…read morestrictly limit my visits to Safeway if I can help it. + At least there's healthy options here too (like proteins, fruits, electrolyte drinks). + Fast checkout. . Some Safeways don't have restrooms, so you may want to call ahead to verify.

Great selection of vegan food, the staff was helpful and accessible. The Safeway felt like all…read moreother Safeways, but the town it is in is very charming. Not much ambiance.

Great place, just wonder why we are selling yesterday's sushi at full price? The sushi is always…read moregreat when fresh but please take it off the shelf at end of day.

Bought $50 worth of food and on our way out we were stopped because an employee "saw" us put 2 cans…read moreof pop in our pockets, which is ridiculous we would never do that. Not shopping at this location anymore.

Awesome grocery store with a wonderful London Fog tea latte mix that I bought just to test because…read moreI was missing my favorite hot beverage. It was phenomenal and I wish I had bought more. Everything else was great--service, atmosphere, friendly vibe. I'll be back when I'm in town.

If you don't like the crowds, don't go here on Super Tuesday! Super Tuesday is 10% off everything!…read moreEVERYTHING! It's great, but busy! We arrived on a Tuesday and forgot about this so we got caught up in the hustle. Best grocery store on the island. It's shopable and their cafe is great! Compared to some of the competitors this is the best. I just miss the bowling alley across the street. Don't sleep on their bakery. If you're not getting the Nanaimo bars you're just losing money! The check out clerks and very friendly...sometimes too friendly...Just the other day I was chatting with my husband and the clerk made an odd comment and in our A and B conversation, he did NOT C his way out it. It was all in good fun though, we do truly love this place, and don't forget to hit the dispensary next door! That place is magical!

I had no idea it was there. A friend told me about it we have been going to San Juan Island once a…read moreyear for 10yrs and never knew. It's very large and has many selections. loved it

Market Place saves me from having to make full-day grocery journeys off-island to Whole Foods or…read moreTrader Joe's so for that I'd give them ten stars if I could. Their vegan, organic, etc selection is surprisingly expansive as well as reasonably priced and their bulk bin section is so well-organized. Veggies always look great and are high quality. It's nice having locally grown sprouts and mixed greens available as well. They even have some lovely locally produced soaps, salt, and other items if you're looking for good gifts. Employees are friendly and helpful, check-out lines usually move pretty quickly, most of the time there is ample parking, and the restrooms are clean.

We shopped here almost everyday. What a great local market to have. I love that they carry all of…read morethe local farmers' wares from cider to jam to skin care. It's also just a really nice clean store

I love this market so much! It's so clean and nicely arranged and decorated! Incredible food, fresh…read morehot or even a coffee bar! And the people that work here are just something else... I made a new friend named Lisa and I absolutely adore her. We would be such good friends if I lived here, but sadly, we are selling our house and I will be back to California, but at least I'm here for one more month to shop here and make more new friends!

Was prepared to pay more for the convenience, but frankly IMHO their prices are well beyond what is…read moreboth reasonable and warranted. To make things worse, I was incorrectly charged for sale priced items, but when I came back to have this corrected I was met with very poor customer experience. Seems that the staff are not overly interested in just doing the right thing without a poor attitude towards their customer. Lots of other places in town to spend my money and will take my business elsewhere.

Excessively rude doorkeeper and overall high prices taking advantage of Pender Islands wonderful…read morecommunity.

Came here to pick up a few things. The shelves are well stocked. Prices are ok. There are free…read moreparking out in front. The isles are nice and wide. They sell plants here as well. Thrifty is owned by Safeway. Not bad. I would come back for sure.

We were in Mill Bay for a few days. Happened to go to this grocery store to get supplies. Mill…read moreBay is not a large town. We were surprised at the nice selection of produce and items available for sale. Prices were pretty good. I guess this would be the place to shop for groceries if we were to return to Mill Bay.