This market used to have a cat. He'd usually be sitting on the front register chilling. That alone…read morewould be enough to vault it up into five star territory. It used to have a produce section, right in front of the front windows, a space now occupied by stacks and stacks of La Croix cases. I'm no fan of La Croix and I eat an apple and/or a banana most days but I can imagine how the current arrangement is working out better for their bottom line. They used to have kombucha on tap, something that had been sitting unused for awhile and was just recently removed. That was just laughably hipster to me. I'll drink kombucha in the bottle sometimes, which MM still has in their fridge, and I just had to wonder, do you really need kombucha on tap? Obviously, it turns out you don't. This market is on the small side, just packed with stuff, and they stay open late. It's what I imagine a New York City bodega is like. They have more energy drink selections than anyone should need and a very Detroit amount of blunt wraps behind the register. Backwoods and the like take up most of that wall. MM has the same mediocre prepackaged sandwiches, wraps and pasta salads as Marcus Market and I feel like I should know the name of the company that puts them together by now. For convenience sake I often grab em as sustenance on the way to work. They're nothing special but they get me through the day. Midtown Market has nowhere near the floor space, selection or general charm of Marcus, though, and it actually felt disloyal to use the abbreviation MM to refer to Midtown Market earlier in this review. They're friendly enough here, but me and the Marcus crew go way back and again, no cat is hurting this young upstart here. The thing is, Midtown Market is a little less out of my way going into work and that crucial five minutes can make me late, so I often find myself in here. Midtown Market ain't bad for what it is, they have a few staples here but if you're looking for more of a full on grocery store (with freshly made smoothies and tacos during certain hours) try the neighborhood OG market like 3 blocks away.

It doesn't matter what you are looking for. This local market has it all! Everything from snacks to…read morecool refillable lighters, they have it. The store is small but there is something for every need. It's not far from Wayne State's campus so this is the perfect area for a little market. The clerks are friendly and always responsive. Go often and also pick up locally-baked treats from there!

Me and the Mr. stopped by Whole Foods Market while we were in the city, mainly looking for dried…read morecoconut flakes to make coconut milk. The feel of the store was busy and bustling, and the parking lot was very crowded; definitely something to be prepared for They didn't have any gluten-free coconut flakes available during our visit, but I still walked out with a couple of my favorite snacks: Enjoy Life chocolate chunks and Blue Diamond almonds (always reliable ). Even when you don't find exactly what you're looking for, it's hard to leave empty-handed here. The staff was okay -- not especially warm, but not rude either. Overall, I'd recommend this location if you're in the city and looking for a healthier grocery store with plenty of options.

It's great to see a full service grocery store located so close to the heart of downtown Detroit-…read moreand with loads of available parking! I sometimes worry about traveling in a big city and having easy walking access to groceries. But I stayed at one of the nearby hotels and was able to easily walkover to the Whole Foods to grab all of my essentials, so I didn't miss a beat! The location was clean with everything that you'd expect from a Whole Foods. Picking up what I needed was a breeze. Remembered I wasn't in California anymore when I was able to grab a bag at checkout for free. Always a big fan of the selection at Whole Foods and appreciated getting to stock up on some vitamins, juices and waters to keep healthy even while on the go!

Amazing selection of groceries and great customer service. It is located on West Warren across…read morefrom Wayne state university. The banana pudding from the deli is a 10/10.

Very clean, tidy and well organized! Only downside: specialty items not offered, like filets of…read morebeef, crab legs, etc. Most employees very friendly EXCEPT some cashiers. No greeting, no eye contact, no thank you. (Did I do something?)

This very densely packed market has narrow aisles and shelves that extend to just about the limit…read moreof what I can reach. But for those who live in Bricktown or Greektown or perhaps you're staying at one of the nearby hotels, it's got what you need. Everything from snacks and drinks to laundry detergent and fresh meats. There's barely enough room for two people to pass down an aisle so be prepared. But for us, looking for beers and some spirits to enjoy back at the hotel? Just what we needed. [Review 719 of 2025 - 424 in Michigan - 24279 overall]

Just left this store and I'm taken back by how awesome it is I had to download yelp just to make a…read morereview how plesently surprised I was from the moment you walked in you're met with good music and a friendly atmosphere I have no clue how they pack so much stuff in such a small spot from the outside, you would imagine it had maybe a chip isle drinks and a few beers but when I say they have evening they like literally have 10 isles full of different brands and products i don't know how I've never been to this place and I've lived down here for 10 years and the cherry on top was the solo cashier black guy with dreads he was bouncing back-and-forth between three registers while still helping customers in the aisle he was nice and very helpfully and will Defently be part of the reason I come back

This little market has everything it's perfect. If you want to run in and grab a quick drink or…read moresomething to eat and snack on. They have a variety of things. I even found the Clearly Canadian water that used to be very prevalent everywhere. They have so many things available and it's a real treat in the city. I stop in every so often to get different things and the parking lot is always clean and well taken care of as well. Staff are friendly and keep the line moving, which is just what you need in a convenient store and market of this size. Great job, everyone!

Little hometown market with a decent selection. Prices are hit or miss...some things are very…read morefairly priced and others are definitely priced for convenience. They to have their own parking lot which is nice plus street parking out front. There is a Mexican restaurant in the back that I have not tried yet but have heard good reviews.

One of my biggest pet peeves about the people who talk crap about Detroit is when they say that it…read moreis a "food desert." This couldn't be farther from the truth. According to some, the lack of a Walmart or Meijer in the city means there is nowhere to grocery shop. The truth of it is there are tons of LOCAL stores down here (Eastern Market, Harbortown, and Goodwell's, among others, and Food Pride as I have discovered!). Food Pride is a full scale grocery store located on Warren in Midtown Detroit. It has a huge stock of products, specifically it has a great selection of fresh produce and meats, which is a common complaint that people have about grocery shopping in the city. Fruits, veggies, meats, fish are all very big parts of my diet so this made me really happy! Price-wise they are not rock-bottom or anything but they do have competitive prices and they accept manufacturer's coupons, which is great for students like me trying to save some money. Overall, it is an (unfortunately) unadvertised hidden jewel in this city that I wish more people knew about!

Seems to be a theme with the expired meat, and I can tell you first hand it's still a problem. We…read moreare visiting from out of state and this place was close to our Air BNB. Stopped in to get some things for sandwiches. Today is June 4th and there packages of sliced ham and turkey that expired in the beginning and middle of May, and a package of ham that expired April 12th. Is anybody going through their meats for expired items or do they just not care? I've noticed not a single employee or manager has addressed any of the comments here about expired meats, so I'm guessing they just don't care.

Their service is great and Felicia is very nice at helping with my shopping they have great foodsread more

Conveniently located downtown to many hotels. Friendly staff and a great selection of snacks and…read moredrinks. Including 8 kinds of homemade soups, hot dogs and pizza. A great alternative to the pricey hotel restaurants nearby for a quick affordable meal.

Algo Especial absolutely is "Something Special" in Mexicantown! I love the fresh produce and…read morevariety of lunch options available. It is a delight to have a fresh made lunch option on those days, I want to grab a quick health lunch option. I can also pick up a few items for my house like amazing cook ware. Thank you Algo Especial for your meeting my every need on a 30 minute lunch break.

As has been mentioned before, this is a cute little grocery. I came for the tamales, and thought…read morethey were just ok. I tried the cheese and jalapeno, pork, and chicken. Overall, I thought all of the tamales could have used more filling, finding the layer of masa too thick. Of the three, I liked the jalapeno and cheese the best, though the filling could have used a touch more cheese.

We love this grocery store in our family. We come here for the meat market and the fresh food. I…read morelove their rice and beans and their tamales are fantastic!! Their staff are always rich in spirit and a positive attitude. We've been coming here for years and will continue to. Thank you E & L for your special store!

Customer relations. Be sympathetic. Especially when your selling SPOILED BEEF UNDER the expiration…read moredate. Been giving them my business for over 40 years but the first time I have a problem it would be the last time. Wasn't able to return the meat soon enough because l now live 40 minutes away

Indian spices/prepackaged foods, convenience store goods, some staple groceries…read more Newish location for this oldish area favorite (on Wayne campus, just north of Warren at Anthony Wayne - parking can be a pain in the ass during class hours). A place to find whole and ground spices prevalent in Indian cuisine, in addition to ghee, many oil, rice, and flour options, and a large variety of prepackaged and quick-to-prepare Indian stovetop kits (I don't really care for these items, when making your own homemade dinners takes less than an hour in most cases - but if really pinched for time and craving certain flavors, have at it). You can also get convenience store dependables (junk foods, pantry tins/jars, plastic cups/cutlery, etc), and eggs, milk, butter, and a few kinds of produce in the back (i noticed okra). Where Meijers failed me (in my hunt for mustard seed oil and chick pea flour), Little Asia Mart saved the day. Worth taking a peek around.

Expensive little place, taking advantage of the fact that they are on campus…read more I don't want to criticize them for their approach towards business, as they make it easy for students without cars and other transportation to have access to Indian and other Asian food and vegetables. However, they do have. Very limited stock and the prices keep on increasing as months are passing by. The staff is friendly and helps you navigate through. The place is a bit too small to hold up more than what it already does. Vegetables are normally fresh and I have never had any issues with the things I have bought here. But a gallon of milk $4.95 is a bit too much considering university foods sell it for $3.95 which is about 0.5 mile away. They do have other convenience store items here as well.