A great option for sourcing things like wheat berries and other bulk items locally, which is hard to find. They have a great selection of local goods to choose from and I really like whenever I get to shop here. Service is usually very friendly as well, and it's just enjoyable to go in and look at all the local options. read more

Loving this store and recently joined as a member. Some of the prices are on the higher end, but some are actually lower than Wegmans or Tops depending on what you're looking for - sign up for their email newsletter to get the sale prices! Strong focus on local and/or organic, and great signage to bring attention to the local products and brands. The produce section is consistently high quality and fresh. You can bring your own containers to fill in the bulk section, and they have a scale right there to weigh your container before filling it - super easy and saves on packaging. I have not tried any of the prepared foods but I'm very happy with the groceries. Staff is always friendly and helpful. The only real downside is that the parking lot at this location is very tiny and a challenge to get in and out of. read more

The panhandling at the co-op on Elmwood is out of control. No one's doing anything about it The neighborhood is slowly declining and everyone in the coop management with their big salaries don't even notice what's going on in the store I've owned three houses in the neighborhood And the community we built 20 years ago. Did not stand today read more

Nice little market with a decent kombucha selection (with Bootleg Bucha and GT's), local bread (BreadHive), local pickles (from Barrel & Brine), plus some great homemade products like oil-free hummus. read more

Lexington Co-op Markets - Kombucha selection - Health Markets Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Visiting from out of town and I came by late in evening to pick up a few things. Staff was very friendly answering some questions I had. Food selection was excellent as was beer selection. read more

I havnt been here much the past year. Covid and all. But the time so have they are fairly Covid safe. The checkout lines can get long, but they usually call someone to help quickly. This is smaller than the Hertle store, but it's got all the basis covered and it is easy to navigate. The parking lot remains challenging at times. Update 97 2021 read more

Well, I stopped in here to satisfy my coffee addiction... they have so many choices in the bulk bean section... with cool names, hard to choose, so I bought a few pounds... they range in price from $8.99- $15.99... I've tried a few, they're all yummy in the French press I browsed through the whole store and it was immaculately clean, super well organized and the staff was very friendly and helpful! The shelves boast a little of everything, healthy, organic choices abound... you do pay a premium price, but not more than specialty items at Wegmans or groceries at Whole foods... Their hot food section (where you choose and package your own food) is closed now, except for rotisserie chickens, which are pre-packaged... covid precautions You must wear a mask, everything else is pretty standard but this place is so pleasant to shop at, parking is abundant... go there... now! read more

As someone who was visiting for just groceries, I noticed that for a store with limited options per item (which is fine!) that they had a huge beer selection. But I guess beer brings in a lot of customers so why not. I found mainly everything I needed. Store was clean and the staff were nice. read more

Healthy and delicious! Truly food you feel good about. A little pricey, but you are getting, and paying for quality. No matter what I'm going for, I always pick up a fresh pastry. Spinach and feta is usually my go to, but the giant thumbprint cookies are amazing. I'm pretty sure those are vegan too read more

Lexington Co-op Markets - Fresh pastries. I got a spinach & feta (bottom right corner) - Health Markets Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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In the field of local grocery shopping, Lexington Co-op remains unparalleled. They have a wide selection of goods from local businesses, and an abundance of organic, feel-good food that rivals what you'd find at Whole Foods. While all of this is great, my favorite thing about the Co-op is their prepared foods section and their baked goods cabinet. If you're in a pinch and don't know what to do for lunch or dinner, look no further than the hot foods section or the refrigerated sandwiches and wraps. You'll leave with a wholesome meal for yourself that tastes delicious, too. I've gotten sandwiches here many times and enjoyed them on a picnic in nearby Delaware Park! Their baked goods are to die for as well, particularly their mint brownies and oatmeal raisin cookies. They always incorporate seasonal fruits/veggies into their baked goods which is much appreciated on my end. I can't wait to scope out their pumpkin baked goods in the fall! It's on the pricier side and the parking lot fills quickly, so I can't say I'd ever do the bulk of my grocery shopping here. But the Lexington Co-op offers a sense of community other grocery stores are unable to through their carefully crafted foods and locally sourced products. You can't go wrong! read more

I have nothing negative to say about the elmwood location so this is a stretch but with social distancing it's not a quick trip so give yourself twenty minutes and don't go if you need to "grab something real which". When the world isn't ending it's definitely a quicker, more efficient shopping experience. Everything is very high quality and you are able to find pretty much anything you would want if you were under any dietary constraints (vegan, gf, etc) and the prices reflect that. It's worth it though. Anything made in house will never disappoint. My favorite sandwich in the world is their vegan Thai peanut wrap (and I'm a card carrying carnivore). At least one of their sandwiches or wraps is going to end up on your top ten list. The desserts and bakery items are numerous and amazing. If I could only eat one dessert for the rest of my life it would actually be their lemon bars. I ate one every single day on my way to class at buff state and ten years later I would still happily do so. Tart, sweet, buttery, and perfect pretty much sums them up. It's worth getting a membership if you are planning on going there more than five times a year. It's not a place you can do all of your grocery shopping but it's where you should stop first to get anything that isn't a staple. It's not they don't have everything you need, it's just that you would probably go bankrupt. It's the ideal place to pick up dinner if you don't want take out and don't want to cook. Which is what I did today as reflected in the pic. read more

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I was walking with a friend downtown and I noticed some beautiful flowers in a display outside this store. I haven't been here in years so I decided to stop in. I grabbed a bouquet of sunflowers, similar to the lovely ones outside their store. They have nice produce. It's a small store and they have a lot of things packed in there. I saw a few kinds of Late July chips that were new (to me.) I grabbed two of them. The Buffalo Queso ones were good but the ranch ones were bland. I had some with guacamole. I didn't buy any beer but they had many different varieties with many cool pandemic-themed names. I grabbed a caprese breakfast sandwich. There was a sign asking that you stand six feet apart. There were three lines open so the wait wasn't too long. I'll probably come back again, if I'm in the area, to pick up some of their awesome-looking baked goods. read more

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Standing here re-frying the flaccid, fat-ridden, undercooked bacon I got on my breakfast sandwich--and re-toasting the raw English muffin it came on. Disgusting and pretty irritating since they charge a crap ton for it. Getting the hash brown sandwich isn't any better cause it's dry as a fart. Done with coop breakfasts. read more

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This place is fantastic. It's one of my favorite places to grocery shop. While I don't buy all my goods there, I always buy my produce and proteins. Always fresh. Always organic. And the staff is cool. This place has a great vibe. read more

Very sad to experience the decline in quality of the prepared foods, hummus and salad, in particular. Rotten greens and discolored toppings, date was 3 days prior to labeled expiration. Hummus is wet and mealy. These used to be totally craveable. Fresh produce is generally good, so thumbs up for that, good bulk section. Prepared food quality is inexcusable and makes me wonder what goes on behind the scenes. read more

I like this co-op. They've made many improvements over the years and the produce, cheese and meat sections are well stocked. The cold prepared foods section is boring but okay. The hot food and salad bar sections are terrible. While most of their staff are friendly, some are so deeply moody that it borders on being abusive and makes me want to shop elsewhere. I'm not someone who expects people in low-wage retail jobs to put on a smile but some of the staff here have obvious issues and take it out on the customers. read more

(3.5) ~ good overall small local market. Notes: The Hertel location is much bigger and so a better selection of products. The parking lot at this location is very small. And you don't have to be a member to purchase here. read more

They've raised their prices by by a tremendous amount. At the same time the prepared food has remained the same or decreased in quality. wilted slimy lettuce in salads, under cooked grains etc. They largely have the same products you'd find at any grocery store, save for their excellent produce. They charge you as if their staff is well laid but I happen to know they're not. so what am I pay the mark up for? read more

Lexington co-op is a great market place for small grocery runs. I am not regular to this store but I love variety of vegan options that I get here. If I am around the store I always stop to get vegan cakes for my MIL which she loves and enjoys. Lex is pricey, small and I wish they had parking. read more

Lexington Co-op Markets - Vegan vanilla cake - Health Markets Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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It's the healthy feeling of a Whole Foods, with real local street cred. I have driven here from my house just for soup. It takes 20 mins, and I probably pass thee closer places with soup and yet I drive and I will do it again! There are sooo many vegan options, and the prepared food section provides so many choices for food I didn't even know I was hungry for. Shop here and feel good about where your money is going, the quality of the food you are buying and how happy you can be when an unexpected quiche craving hits, and look! It's right there! read more

If you're ever been to Seattle, this is very much like a smaller version of a PCC market (natural, organic grocery store). They have a lot of locally-grown products as well as gluten-free, organic foods. They also have a food bar that has a decent selection of food too. The prices are a bit pricier than other places, but they do carry some unique products (e.g. Kimchi-flavored nachos). Good store to find snacks! read more

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If you are familiar with Wholefoods, then you can expect the same prices as well as the food here. This Lexco location is the smaller of the two, the bigger store is on Hertel. What makes this location unique, is that the Buffalo food tours features them. I love the variety of local products that they carry. There produce is fresh and their carry out Cafe is very good. No complaints with Lexco at all. read more

Lexington Co-op Markets - Best non dairy milk - Health Markets Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Today I realized that if I want to "feel the love" all I have to do is head to the Lexington Coop on Elmwood. Every staff member always makes me feel so at home even though I am not a member (yet). If you become a member for a small annual fee you not only get discounts on food but the staff use your name (Once you give up your number although it seemed to me as if the staff know many of their customers.). I am just not sure if it works when shopping for one. I love the spice system of getting what you need. In fact it seems that THE COOP always has what you or rather what I need because I really have no concept of your needs. Local local - great cheeses & baked goods. Did I mention the friendly staff? The produce looks great but today is FAT TUESDAY so I am here for a lunch time bowl of Gumbo, a bagel and yes a Carnival Mardi Gras treat & Buffalo tradition, a FASNACHT. Gumbo was chocked full of goodies, the Bagel Jay's bagel was better than I remember, and my fried sugar coated hunk of dough tasty. If you live or work in Buffalo you MUST visit the Coop & if you hang in the burbs plan a grocery shopping trip some weekend because you will be happily surprised! read more

Lexington Co-op Markets - It is FAT TUESDAY/MARDI GRAS and in Buffalo that means FASNACHT, a carnival treat! - Health Markets Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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This market is rockin'. It reminds me of a mini whole foods slash Trader Joes. The produce section is plentiful with decent prices. There are gluten free items, not cheap but also not any more expensive than what you would see in other big franchise grocery stores. The cold food area is pretty cool, make your own salad bar and other prepared choices. The coffee section is where it's at. I could have spent all day sampling different flavors and bagging my own beans. The guacamole here is INSANE, highly recommend. Every day they offer a different soup and meal which is neat, they happen to have a calendar on their website showing different daily menu which is helpful. Main reason I will shop here is because they offer healthy organic whole food options. You can't put a price on nutrition. read more

Lexington Co-op Markets - What a fantastic idea! A board for customers to give their feedback, I love this! - Health Markets Near Me - Buffalo, New York

The co-op is the best if only because their prepared foods section is absolutely delicious, healthy and affordable. It is a lifesaver for those days that I don't have time to cook, yet still want a delicious and healthy meal. Where else can you take home a dinner prepared with mostly organic ingredients for $6.99/lb..? If you find a place, let me know but I'm pretty sure they don't exist. Their prepared soups are also delicious, healthy and affordable. For $2.99 you can get an 8oz of soup and for $3.99 a 12oz (4.99 for a 16oz). Their prep-food section excites me beyond belief because in contrast to the relatively expensive groceries in the store, their prices and options for the made food are competitive, cheaper than Wegman's and generally uses healthier ingredients. Wow. Oh, they have delicious fresh and affordable sushi too. Yay! As far as the groceries in the store, they are a bit too expensive. While some stuff you can buy competitively, such as avocados, lemons, oranges, red bell peppers (usually cheaper than Wegman's), most other fruits and vegetables are too expensive. I usually go to Guercio's, which is a few minutes away for my groceries, but the co-op is open later so Guercio's isn't always an option. One day I fantasize about being able to buy everything in the store and not blink an eye, but until then I will shop-hop to get the best prices. As others have mentioned, they do have an unparalleled bulk section that even features shelled pistachio's, but oh damn why do they have to be prohibitively expensive? At $19.99/lb, I can't afford to eat too many of them. The wild rice you can buy at $4.99/lb is delicious, healthy and a great grain to keep for your cooking needs. You can also buy quinoa and all sorts of different nuts. The typical fare: milk, eggs, butter, orange juices are also available here although I try to avoid buying OJ/milk/eggs here as generally you'll pay $1 more for the same brand as you would in a stores like Wegman's. The seitan they sell is ridiculously expensive as well, but they'll often have it in the prep food section and it may even be cheaper than buying a package to make for yourself (it's like $5.99 for some seitan strips!) Since it's one the closest grocery stores to my house, it's often the most convenient option to grab some snacks or dinner. I'm very grateful it's nearby and that there's a place for a co-op such as this to exist in Buffalo. read more

Love being able to stop for lunch and hit the buffet! Have a bunch of fun organic food and all your essential you could need!

One of my favorite places. Has a lot of holistic healthy options. The hot food sometimes is really good, or sometimes not as good. Used to be better. Otherwise it's the best read more

Love the co-op! When I lived in Eugene, OR, one of my favorite stores was The Kiva. When I came back to Buffalo, I was so pleased to discover The Kiva's soul sibling so close to where we're living. read more

I love their hot bar, and prepared food. I have tried their buffalo tofu, their wraps/sandwiches, various desserts- their baked good are amazing! I highly recommend their banana bread, and pies. I also recommend trying their homemade soups. I've tried their gumbo soup, and their carrot ginger, and it's sooo good. I also love their selections of bulk goods, and their fresh coffee. You can pick out your beans and bring home your own fresh coffee. The co-op may be a little pricy, but I love finding healthier/organic options, and it's nice to support locally. P.S. You do not have to have a membership to shop here (I personally do not have a membership), but if you want to be a part of something here in the EV and receive some discounts, join! I believe it's only a one time annual fee of $99. read more

Well, you've got to hand it to a local market that does things right and keeps all areas of the property clean. Lexington Co-op has pretty much been functioning perfectly since they started. Of course, every business has its growing pains but Lexington makes it a point to address issues that arise as they come up. Vegetables. Always in great shape but with the occasional (but infrequent) sale on cherries...hey, I can live with it. It would be nice to see a few more sales and fewer taste tests. I'd rather get ten cents off than get a free taste test. Staff. Young, aware...mostly, but kind. Look, there's a little of everything at the co-op and they certainly would have gotten five stars IF they would finally get a decent coffee in there. read more

My favorite place to shop! This place is a life saver when you haven't packed something to eat Must Try's: Breakfast Sandwiches, Vegan Mac n' Cheese (literally the only vegan Mac and cheese that I've ever liked), ALL of their baked goods. The prepared food salads seem to be hit or miss depending on how long they've been sitting out. Rumor has it there is one opening in the Northtowns too! read more

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It's always good to support local businesses, so when we stumbled upon this Co-op last summer we knew we'd found ourselves a new shopping spot. Come to find out there is another location on Hertel Ave, which is pretty close to home for us - we'll definitely be headed there. First impressions: Lexington is roughly 40/60 split between produce and aisles respectively. The produce section contains a pretty wide variety of fruits and vegetables while its tail end has bulk nuts, grains and even spices. Each of the aisles is set up similar to a grocery store and the refrigerated goods are kept around the perimeter of the store. There is also food available to eat, such as an olive bar and a counter from which you can order something fresh. They also have a pretty wide selection of kombucha for those interested. Around the store you'll find some enclosed food stands that have self serve samples of various items in the store. Price vs. selection: my favorite part about this store was the produce section by far. There was such a neat mix of items available and most at phenomenal prices. Not much of their produce is prepackaged, which means you can hand pick each and every Brussel Sprout or Snap Pea your heart desires. The aisles contain a lot more organic and healthier selections than most grocery markets, but with that naturally comes a slightly higher price point. For me, I'll likely stick to the produce selection when I pop in again. On our way through the register we were asked if we'd like to join to be members of the co-op. We elected to pass today, but it's definitely something to consider to help support this store. All in all, Lexington provides an interesting take on healthy shopping. I was excited to explore their produce section, looking for hard to find items at just the right price. I'll definitely be checking out the Hertel location! read more

One of the soup choices today is the Smoky Corn Chowder with Ham Hocks. TRY THIS SOUP! There is no shortage of corn or huge chunks of ham in this soup. It is chicken stock based. Large pieces of red pepper. The flavor is phenomenal. One huge problem, I only took out a small portion (insert sad face emoji). Next time I will not hesitate to fill up a large container. read more

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Just like wegmans but has even nicer specialty products I have not found elsewhere. Many products are overpriced compared to what you can find at other places but how close it is to home and not having to stand in long lines makes it worth it often. Best bagels brownies and baked goods also the steak cuts are phenomenal. read more

Love the Lexington Co-Op. Everything is so fresh and their selection is amazing. I love their bulk section. I also enjoy their prepared refrigerated foods that you can take to work with you. Their homemade soups are delicious and will not disappoint. read more

Lexington Co-op Markets - Health Markets Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Absolutely enjoy every time I come to this co-op! Produce is always fresh, employees are always smiling, and free samples are always calling my name. It's a very clean and bright atmosphere, easy to navigate around aisles. The bulk section is awesome. Prices are pretty comparable to Wegmans. The fresh and shiny apples around the check out get me every time. Pretty good beer selection as well. This is a great option for those living in the Elmwood village or Buffalonians that enjoy supporting local. read more

I like this place, I really do. With a strong emphasis on local and organically made foods and a large variety of items to choose from Lexington is a great choice. They have wonderful baked and hot bar items, some made in house and others from local businesses nearby which I think it super cool. They have really high quality foods, and their fruits, vegetables, and meats are all fresh and appealing. It's not a cheap place to shop, and I'm glad I don't live nearby enough to make a habit of it because I'd spend a good deal of money here. However, that said they do have a membership program (it's a co-op after all) where you can make money/get cash back I'm not sure on the details. Parking can be a challenge here considering the location but there is a small parking lot to the right of the building or street parking available (if available). Staff are always friendly, and you can tell they care about the mission of this place and it's success. I always stop in when I'm in the area to see what looks good that day and I'm never disappointed. read more

Think global and shop local! No other grocery store in Buffalo comes close to living this philosophy than the Lexington Co-op. I first visited the Co-op on a trip to Buffalo from Toronto in Fall 2011. I was immediately impressed on my first visit by the unique selection of locally grown and/or produced products, the friendly staff, and the wide selection of all natural/organic personal and household products. Five years on, the Co-op continues to impress me. As soon as I moved to Buffalo in late 2015, I purchased a membership. You can shop here without being a member, however, you do not have access to member pricing and specials on products. There are different membership levels, and they make a real effort to keep members engaged (my wife and I just voted in the board member election). In addition to great products, they also have an amazing in-house hot and cold bar (we LOVE the stuffed grape leaves), lots of yummy baked treats and coffees. I regularly shop here for local raw honey, soy-free vegan sausages, and all-natural deodorant. If you want to avoid gluten, are concerned about the amount of post-consumer recycled material in packaging or want to share the global love with fair trade products, there is truly something here for you in just about every section. Parking can be a challenge on the weekends (the lot is small, but there is an attendant to keep things moving). Recommend you buy a cool Lexington reusable canvas bag to show your support for the environment and the co-op!!! read more

One of my favourite things about living down the street from Elmwood is having the Lexington Co-Operative Market so close to me. For me, this isn't the store I do my major grocery shopping at, but this is my absolute favourite place in Buffalo to come for my fruits, vegetables, snacks, pop, and treats for the bike ride back. This place offers a good selection for anything you need from fresh fruit and veggies, beverages, beer, ice cream, meat, vegan options, and even has an aisle full of organic soaps and such. Overall, I think this is definitely a staple for anyone who lives in the area and this will definitely continue to be me go-to place for quick grocery trips. read more

This is definitely one of my favorite spots on elmwood. If I could I would do all of my shopping here, but I'm a poor new grad. You will pay a little more for things here but it's worth it for the quality. I've had nothing but friendly encounters, the parking is very convenient, and the store is always clean. They also always have a doggie water bowl outside for your pooch :) Their bulk section is awesome, endless healthy things like flax seeds, chia seeds, popcorn, and other grains. They sell local goods for example bread from breadhive and produce from local farmers. Their prepared foods section is also perfect for those nights you don't feel like cooking, but want healthy take out options. They have many tasty vegan options, soups, salad bar, hot bar, sushi, sandwiches, sides such as pasta salad or potato salad and so much more. read more