I avoid the completely impersonal, inefficient and potentially dangerous chain pharmacies. I found this place today. It's convenient and open even on Sundays. The staff was welcoming and I noticed that they knew some of the customers by name while I waited for my meds. They also had some cool brands of soaps and other wellness products that aren't common to find in a store It's a small place but I felt considered and valuable. I was thrilled w my experience read more

Oftentimes in our modern capitalist system it's very easy to feel like a consumer, not a person. And for a place to feel like a provider, not a person. Nova Star is one of those increasingly rare places where it's always a person to person experience. It's a tiny store. But the owner has such good taste in products and somehow manages to stock the store with a wide variety of things that are high quality, unique, and cool. Skincare, bodycare, vitamins and supplements, teas, candles, soaps, everything. A lot of organic and artisanal products. A lot of smaller brands. A lot of imported things that you don't see every day. It's like a magic trick. They're also super nice as pharmacists. And just super great customer service all around. IMO, this is not one of the best pharmacies in Philadelphia, it's one of the best stores overall. Period. This is one of those almost flawless things. I have no notes. They could not be better. read more

Great service, great staff, super helpful, extremely efficient. And, they have a great selection of personal products, like Marvis toothpaste. We got our flu and COVID vaccines there. Our insurance is being a pain, but that's a side note. It was the most enjoyable vaccination experience I've ever had. Caveat: my daughter is a PharmD, so I have a special love for pharmacists. But, I absolutely recommend this place. read more

Very nice pharmacists who are very accommodating and willing to spend as much time as is necessary to help resolve your issues.

I was a first time customer and my prescription was ready in 5 minutes of it being sent over. The employees could not have been nicer and they also have a great selection of over the counter products! Highly recommend Nova Star pharmacy!! read more

I come to this neighborhood pharmacy off and on as I am in their syste. so I gave the pharmacist my prescription to cash as he sees me standing there asked fir my prescriptio. so after waiting around 15mins or so the pharmacist then tells me I'm not loyal me never seeing this guy at the counter the numerous times I've been here. So then he proceeded to give me back my prescription all the while back talking to me about loyalty and furth saying I was using him when I needed him.. I'm sorry but aren't you a pharmacist who are supposed to be helping patients and not turning them away because loyalty was your issue? I will be further complaining to the BBB and whoever else because of your loyalty policy!!!!! read more

This pharmacy is hands down the best I've ever been to. The guy who runs it does an amazing job and he's always super nice. Asks how I'm doing and if I need help with anything. They're quick and they carry amazing products you won't be able to find at any conglomerate business like rite aid. I get updates on my refills. We need places like this. A comfortable happy place to visit when I need my medicine or anything health or medicine related. read more

i don't have words enough to explain how the owner Andrea and his pharmacy are the best. I had a hard time adjusting to a new city and when i went there for the first time trying to buy some natural remedies for anxiety they helped me in the best way not just selling anything but talking, being kind, like a friend you know for years. We are a regular and loyal customers there. Best business around. read more

I switched over to Nova Star after repeated issues with one of the larger chains and feeling like a faceless number... and boy I'm glad I did! This pharmacy is amazing!!! Their knowledge, care, customer service and pricing are beyond anything I have experienced elsewhere. And every time I have a question they go above and beyond to assist. This local, small business pharmacy is truly wonderful!!! read more

Friendly and quick service! It's great to be greeted by your first name every time! Always eager to help. Will try to switch all my friends over at Nova's! read more

If you like to use natural and organic body and health products then you'll love this place. I now get my all natural soap and hair products a short walk away. The prices are comparable to the big chains but now I don't have to trek all the way to Whole Foods. The owner's also really cool. When I mentioned other health products I use he looked into ordering them for the store. You can't get that kind of quality service at a most big and small stores. read more

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I never thought I could be so happy about a pharmacy but Nova Star does it. Andrea is the most thoughtful, well-versed and professional pharmacist I have ever dealt with and his employees are also top-notch. They take their customer service very seriously. The selection and quality of health care items they carry is stupendous. I don't just buy my medicine at Nova Star, but also, I buy all of my health care products there and sometimes a few beverages that they sell out of a small refrigerator. They even carry chocolate flavored toothpaste! yay! read more

I feel like Nova Star is a Pharmacy that would perplex those old timey "when I was your age" kind of people as it is most likely exactly how it was when they were that age. Not in aesthetics, prices or selection but in the small town, close knit family feel. A place to come in to buy what you need but also to learn a lot more. I feel like they listen to my health issues better than my doctor and give better advice. My experiences alone are enough to warrant 5 stars but this weekend forced me to pull up the laptop to put some well deserved words on yelp. My father had back surgery 4 years ago and since that surgery he has had trouble walking and getting up from couches. He barely can walk a half of a block without having to stop and is in constant pain. He broke his cane trying to walk up a flight of stairs so I went in to see if they had a cheap replacement. They did ($8). While buying the cane I was talking about my dad and the Andrea recommended a specific CBD oil concentrate. The next day we went and purchased a bottle. 3 drops under the tongue. That night we had planned to go bowling, my dad was going to enjoy the Tots (North bowl, fantastic). He shocked everyone when he said that he wanted to bowl. We thought he'd try and stop and at best try a few frames. He was able to bowl the entire game and even got a strike. Mid way through his fingers got stuck in the ball and we thought he was going down, he balanced himself on the gutter and stood up straight, something he never would have been able to do. It was the first time that he's bowled in 25yrs. After, he wanted to stay out and we walked about 2 blocks to Joes (we eat a lot). It was the most that I've seen him do in a decade. The CBD oil was price $20 cheaper than we found online but that's a side note. The conversation and trust that I have in this place was the only reason that we tried CBD in the first place. Not only did Nova star listen beyond selling me a (great priced) cane but they delivered on helping the core issue. The people care. We stopped in to thank Andrea and you could tell that he was genuinely happy to hear our story and touched by it. An absolute pleasure. I strongly suggest that you give this place a shot and when you do please take off your headphones and say hello. You just might get a lot more than you came in for. Thank you again Andrea! read more

Andrea is the absolute BEST pharmacist out there. he cares so deeply about his customers and his number one goal is to have you leave 100% satisfied. on numerous occasions he has ordered-in items that he didn't already have in stock! (aquafor and oil of oregano). his shelves are stocked with amazing products and he's always eager to show you something new he got in that he thinks you'll enjoy. Andrea is a huge asset to the neighborhood... this is the kind of "when I was young..." type of customer service you parents/grandparents talk about. I'm sad to leave philly and not see Andrea's friendly face every morning when I pass Nova Star! read more

Usually I wouldn't write a review on a pharmacy but this one is different. They literally look up how much they paid for something to give you the best deal. Great selection of really awesome products like face creams and natural aluminum free deodorant (thank god). Just an overall really friendly local pharmacy. Skip CVS.... head here! read more

Great local pharmacy. Went in there for allergy medication and they were super helpful. Asked for my symptoms and then gave suggestions on what would work best. Will definitely be back. read more

Owner Andrea goes above and beyond, every time. He knows his customers and cares about them personally. His staff are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The best pharmacy experience, always. Thanks for keeping us safe and healthy in these uncertain times. read more

The best pharmacy I've ever used. They have an incredibly curated selection of all organic, cruelty free, and vegan products that rivals the body section in Whole Foods. Wonderful customer service and very reasonable prices. Plus, if you don't see something you need, they'll happily order it for you and negotiate the price. Anyone who lives in Fishtown should be using this pharmacy read more

Helpful, friendly service and convenient location. First time I went in I saw a brand of popular vitamins and supplements that I liked. However, he wasn't stocking one of the brand's prostate products that I liked. I mentioned this to the pharmacist and he said that whatever I wanted he could get and he would give me a good price. A couple months later I went in to ask him to get the supplement. It was already there!! Furthermore, he let me set the price. We agreed on a price between Internet prices and local health food store prices. Very fair and very convenient. I notice that a lot of items are reasonably priced (like bandaids). A place like this deserves the neighborhood's support. read more

This pharmacy is the absolute best pharmacy out there. The reason is because it's owned by an amazing, hard working, compassionate Pharmacist. The difference from the big corporate pharmacies is unmeasurable. Andrea also carries a lot of great products. The quality of the supplements are the best you can get. I tell everyone I know to go to this place. read more

Very knowledgeable and compassionate pharmacist - he truly cares about his customers and will go above and beyond to accommodate your needs and ensure you are taken care of. read more

I never thought I could have a positive pharmacy experience...until I went to Nova Star. Andrea is so passionate about customer service and is always happy to answer questions and order practically any products you need. He always looks to see if there is a coupon out there for your prescription and even called my insurance company for me! He takes his time with each customer and has recommended good products/meds to me whenever I have asked. In addition, Nova Star's hours are really convenient and I also just found out they deliver prescriptions too. I probably won't take advantage of that service though, because then I wouldn't get to chat with Andrea! I never, ever want to go to a CVS again!! read more

Andrea and his team are a blessing to me, my family and the neighborhood. Echoing the other sentiments from other reviewers, this man is like a saint. I've never experienced such selfless care from a business. I trust him more than any doctor I've seen. The personal service is over the moon. Thank you Nova Star. read more

GREAT PRICES nice workers I was dying of a migraine while I was at work and it was close by so I walked down there they both greeted me and were very friendly and you cannot beat the prices you're paying like half of what you would at CVS or Rite Aid I didn't get a chance to look around too much because I was in a rush but it seemed like there was a lot of other cool things in there too I'll definitely be back ! read more

Great pharmacist, wonderful customer service, personalized and organized. I couldn't ask for better.

Great staff and always helpful. The staff is very personable and does everything in their power to help their customers. Highly recommend visiting Andrea and his staff for your medical needs. read more

I ordered a specialty item over phone and Andre mailed it out immediately. I received the product in two days with little gin-gin candies inside package! Lovely. Awesome customer service read more

My favorite pharmacy! All my regular pharmacy needs met plus herbals, excellent skin and hair products, and they'll order specific things for you if you ask. Andrea is knowledgeable, helpful, and always kind. Feels good to support this kind of local business as often as I can. read more

Andrea is an extremely knowledgeable and dedicated pharmacist whose passion shines through in his work. Always willing to help and will stock new consumer products by request. He also takes time most evenings to deliver medications to home bound patients. I'll vote with my dollars and go to Nova Star to Andrea. read more

I recently moved to Fishtown and switched to Nova Star. I LOVE this pharmacy. They staff is SO nice and helpful. They remember your name after one visit. I highly recommend it! read more

Last night I got home from work at 7:30 and as soon as I got out of the air conditioning into the heat my allergies kicked into high gear, it looked like I had pink eye! I walked down to Andre just to get a pill for my allergies five minutes before he closed. I thought he would be annoyed that I was walking in as he was about to go but what wound up happening was him sitting me down, and putting eye drops in both eyes! I was SO thankful for the drops he put in they worked wonders. Andre has been my pharmacist for about a year now I would recommend him to anyone. He is wonderful! read more

Nova Star Pharmacy supports its local school, Penn Treaty School, so you should support Nova Star Pharmacy!!! :) Friends of Penn Treaty School (FoPT) is grateful for Nova Star Pharmacy's donation of a door prize to the spring 2016 Penn Treaty Staff Appreciation Breakfast. read more