While Food Fantasies has a great selection of foods, their prices are prohibitively high. But y'all know that already. Some things are decently priced, like the bakery in the back and the bulk section. But today is my last trip to FF for the duration of this pandemic unless major changes in health policy are made with the staff. No one wears a mask, no staff practices social distancing, they work in close proximity (inches!) of each other without any protective gear, and they openly wonder about the merits of social distancing. Staff will walk into your personal space when focused on another customer. The store is cramped and so social distancing is difficult to practice with other shoppers. I don't want the staff to get sick. I want a unique local business to survive. But I don't feel safe shopping there, and I also don't want to support a health food store that won't actually engage in proper emergency public health policies! If the price is good for you, then take advantage of their curbside pickup, pay over the phone, call them to say you're outside, but don't go inside. It doesn't feel safe. read more

I truly love this place! They have a large variety of 'specialty' items to suit your needs. I enjoy their bulk section too, because I can grab smaller amounts of beans, flour, nuts etc for a recipe rather than buying a large bag. They have great customer service and yes their prices are slightly higher, but I enjoy shopping local when I can. read more

Love shopping here! There's always tons of new vegan products to try! Love their handmade vegan baked goods too! Great variety of natural vegan products! read more

Love this little shop! I was in town to see a doctor and was looking for a place to pick up some plant based food. I was warmly welcomed by the staff when I walked in. I was asked a few times if I needed any help as I perused the aisles to see all the goodies they have. So many plant based options and many that I've never seen before. I ended up getting the oinkless BLT, a few vegan cookies from the bakery, and some other snacks. Everything was fantastic! I will definitely be back next week when I'm in town again. Great little health food store with lots of plant based options. Thank you! read more

I love this place. Great selection, customer service, and price. The small building feels homie.

Before today, I was last here about 15 years ago and didn't return until today. Before, I felt like I was being watched and felt unwelcome. I saw other people feel similarly so just didn't go back. Well, I decided to give it another go and I'm so glad I did. Super friendly workers, and helpful! So much in that little store, anything you could need! Will definitely return. read more

Great customer service, welcoming and fun. So many great vegan options. Local produce. Definitely happy supporting this business

Being vegetarian/vegan in Springfield can definitely be tough. Thank goodness for Food Fantasies. On my most recent trip, I stopped @ FF twice to stock up on vegetarian friendly foods. They had everything that I could find back at home; their selection of foods is surprising. Organic local produce, bulk nuts, organic body care items, vegan pastries and breads, meat analogues and ethnic foods line the shelves. Staff are very friendly and prices are decent, slightly on the high side. A must for all vegans/vegetarians in Springfield. read more

Since we don't have a real health food grocery store Food Fantasies is our best shot and for a little health food store they do a nice job with a decent selection of supplements and real food. We buy coconut oil, grass fed meats, fish oil and a few odds and ends when it strikes us. Glad they are here. read more

F.F. won for being the best Health Food Store in Springfield?? News Flash people, F.F. is the ONLY health food store in Springfield for miles, not so much a win... WAY too pricey. Customer service is lacking in a big way. I suppose by being the only Health Food store, there is some entitlement. No Thnak you. I am pro buying local all day. But I'll pass on this one. read more

I'm so glad we have this amazing little shop here in Springfield. As a transition vegan, this place is a must have for me. The staff is always incredibly friendly and helpful, and I can find vegan and organic options here if I can't find them anywhere else. I have never been disappointed in a visit here and shopping here makes me love grocery shopping. If you bring in your own containers for their bulk section they can remove the tare weight (container weight) so you aren't paying for your bag or jar. At Hy-Vee, they cannot do that so either you use their plastic or pay for your container. Only downside is that they can be a little pricy, but I definitely think it's worth it. Please give this little place a moment of your time and visit! You won't be disappointed. read more

I was a loyal customer who would purchase a certain product in bulk, 12 large containers at a time, usually monthly or once every 2 months. They would provide a 10% discount if I bought them in groups of 6. I was allowed to mix and match flavors and still retain the discount. Then today, they inform me that I would no longer be permitted to do that despite them having done it over the past 5 or 6 purchases. It's disappointing they suddenly became so inflexible. I have found another supplier now with much cheaper prices. Congratulations, Food Fantasies. You just jettisoned a loyal customer buying your products in bulk, and transferred those monies to your local competitors instead. Not your best business decision. Well done. read more

Very poor atmosphere, to the point of feeling awkward to even be in the building. The store is kind of just... There.

Small but decent selection of vegan foods. They do have some things I can't find at other stores (almond cheese). I have found that I can buy a lot of the stuff they carry at other stores in town and usually cheaper. I love to support local businesses but when something is twice as expensive here, I have a hard time buying it. read more

If you ever find yourself in Central Illinois and need to find Whole Foods type/Vegan foods, hold out until you make it to Food Fantasies in Springfield. The staff is friendly, attentive, and welcoming. I even found some vegan "beef" jerky there and few other things I normally don't find at Whole Foods. They make there own vegan desserts and it can be hit or miss. So far I've never been disappointed with the Boston Cream Cupcakes! There Herb with Flaxseed crackers are surprisely good! Don't be afraid to give Food Fantasies are try! read more

Love this place. Now that HyVee is here, I can get a lot of "alternative" things that I need from there, but I find myself here quite a bit too picking up random vegetarian meat alternatives and other things. Staff is friendly and they have lots of cool stuff that you can't find in your average grocery store. read more

Food Fantasies is a wonderful, small health food store. Their staff is friendly and helpful. Their prices are higher than WalMart, of course, because they're locally owned with quality products. I'm in FF at least twice a month to buy items I can't find anywhere else in Springfield. We have food sensitivities in our family and I can always count on FF to either carry the items I need or order them for us. The owner is often in the store and can frequently be found chatting with customers in the aisles. Many vegetarian & vegan foods are available as well as local organic produce, meats and dairy, a bulk food section, herbs, many dietary supplements and natural health and home items. read more

Little health/organic/vegan/specialty food and vitamin store. I get all my vitamins/suppliments here. A bit pricey on some items, but when you get great service like this you have to pay for it ~and that I don't mind. Has fresh organic and as much local products as they can. Frequent sales on vitamins/suppliments and good selection. If they don't have what you need, they order it without a problem. Hippie dippy vibe and funky friendly staff. read more

Awesome! Kevita, Braggs ACV limeade, fresh organic produce, Jujube fruit, etc. etc. etc. I picked up the above with some Thai coconut curry hummus, an organic Gala apple, and a baby avocado. I wouldn't have expected to find such a selection in Springfield, IL. All my dream food in one spot, and very friendly, helpful staff. read more

very nice "local" health food store..met the owner Diane and was impressed by her natural approach. Ya know sometimes ya don't need the big chain health stores, just a local place ya feel comfortable in. I dug it read more

Little pricey, but of course to be expected with places like this. Lots of selection!, If you're a health conscience eater that's around Spfd You've got to check this place out at least once. Staff is always super friendly & helpful as well. read more

I love this store! My husband and I are vegetarians-trying-to-turn-vegans, so we get all kind of essentials here. In addition to the stuff you can find at other grocery stores like soy milk, tofu dogs, and organic chicken (for the meat eaters), they also have specialty items such as fresh-made vegan pizza crusts, lots of meat alternatives, and a large gluten free section. They also have a large vitamin/supplement section with options for people with allergies or intolerances (such as gluten-free vitamins). The produce can be pricey, but that is expected for local or organic produce that is delivered a few times a week. The bulk items are well-priced, the dried beans are organic and are comparably priced to non-organic dried beans at other stores. The employees are very knowledgeable, which in my opinion makes up for the slightly-higher prices. Also, it's great to support a local business. read more

I have shopped at Food Fantasies since it opened over 20 years ago. I now receive the senior discount when I shop on Wednesdays, and often the prices are lower than you would find for the same item at Hy-Vee. I like the staff and appreciate their helpfulness. I will continue to support the independent local businesses first before shopping at a larger box store. read more

Thank goodness I found this store! If it weren't for F.F. I would be miserable in Springfield. They have the almond milk I like, agave nectar, *dairy-free chocolate chips that are ridiculously delicious*, Earth Balance vegan 'butter' and THE BEST HOMEMADE BREAD EVER. Try shopping for that stuff at Walmart. And when they have one particular item- for example the almond milk- there's an actual selection of it! Not just 1 flavor that you're stuck with. I do wish they had soy based cheddar 'cheese' slices and their prices are steep but I'd rather pay more for good food than save money by buying complete junk. And the people who work there seem pleasant enough so overall it's a good shopping experience! read more

If you like Whole Foods, don't go to Food Fantasies. Drive to St. Louis or Chicago. This is a local dive that has high prices. Better prices at Hy-Vee nearby. read more

I have been a customer of Food Fantasies for more than 15 years. I have never written a review, but decided to do it today, when I once again experienced their excellent customer service. They have a large selection of supplements considering their small size, and they are great at ordering what they don't have in stock. The staff are excellent! read more