It's been a while since I reviewed Ambrosia Natural Foods, and it remains my favorite health food…read morestore. Their monthly specials start at the beginning of each month, and I'm always excited to see what's on sale! Their prices are very competitive, reasonable, and sometimes, lower than other stores. I always bring a list, but end up walking out with much more. This is my go-to stop for supplements, herbal teas, organic/vegan/paleo products, snacks, organic produce, bulk food items like raw pumpkin seeds, and so much more. Did I mention their store and brand is purple?

Bare-bones store that focuses on products rather than the bells and whistles of display. There used…read moreto be a time when Ambrosia had the best deals, but I'm not so sure anymore. There's just too much competition online I guess. But as the years have gone by, they have expanded to have more store-branded products which is a welcome change. And they carry products that are fairly new to the Canadian market, like the Truely Cereal I took photos of. Be sure to check your receipt thoroughly as newer cashiers tend to make mistakes like ringing things up twice.

I needed a refill for a particular expensive supplement recommended by my naturopath that's not…read morecommonly found in major drugstores and they have it here! Now, the downside of this place is that their stock isn't listed online. I really think they should consider expanding their online presence, as more people would likely visit if they could see what's available. That said, I gave them a call and they confirmed they had what I needed, albeit a different brand than I usually take. After doing some research, the brand seemed reliable and is third-party tested, so I decided to pick it up. Prices were cheaper than Amazon and Healthy Planet for the product I wanted, and more cost-effective than my usual brand. However, prices can be higher on other items, and they don't price match, so it's worth doing some research. They also have a loyalty or membership program to collect points. I was in a rush, so I didn't get to sign up or explore the store fully, but they carry a wide range of products. It's great to have a local spot, and I'll definitely give them a call next time before ordering from Amazon if I'm in the area.

I pop into this place from time to time. They always have what I need. The aisles are clean and…read moreorganized. Today I used their on site nutritionist (Nancy) to help navigate through the many products and product lines they carry to find ones that met my specific needs. She was wonderful! Incredibly knowledgeable!

I'm a huge fan of independent supermarkets and this is up there as one of my favorites! This is a…read moresprawling grocery store with many unique options, I seem to discover something new every time I visit. On this particular occasion I discovered chocolate oranges. I really appreciate all the healthy options that this supermarket carries, and the prepared foods section is also really great! The staff were very helpful and attentive as well.

I'm so glad they have a garden basket conveniently located around this area. I like that they sell…read moremore organic and healthier foods. I don't usually do a lot of shopping here though due to it being more expensive. I usually just look for what's on sale or what seems to be a good deal. I came by on a weekday and it wasn't busy. Picked up 4 boxes of these pizzas as they were on sale for $3 each. Cashier greeted me nicely and was friendly.

Tried the viral brown butter cookie latte because it was so hyped up but very disappointing. The…read morecoffee was basic at best and used artificial sweeteners that I'm not a fan of. I had to add lots of cinnamon to mine to mask the taste. However service was nice and the whole foods is clean and well-maintained. Lots of parking but busy as it's by square one.

I am just passing through Mississauga for a weekend and wanted to have healthy meal options during…read moremy stay. Store was clean and visually appealing. I opted for an egg salad and a ceasar salad. Happy with those choices that will keep me on track with my goals while I'm away from home. I also got a nitro vanilla cold brew in a can to try! I will say that I was not impressed with the hot meal prep section, last I remembered there were more options and the meals were more appealing. The cold brew was not my thing either, too bitter. Overall, it's a typical whole foods, but that is my two cents on what it can offer you when looking for convenient and healthy food options!!

Tip: The tiramisu is awesome!…read more The first Whole Foods Market that I ever visited was this one in Yorkville. It's kind of funny to me that I had a couple of job interviews in the area and then decided to grab lunch at a supermarket that doesn't exactly scream discounts. I need a job to support my love for organic avocados and croissants! Before I got my current job, I was looking for work. I had interviews that spanned a couple of months. I drove down to Yorkville both times and parked in a lot. I went to each interview. Afterwards, I was hungry and hit this Whole Foods. The salad bar had my name all over it. There was also tiramisu and I got a box for my rectangular slab. I then went to pay for everything. For some reason, I didn't dine there. I ate in my car instead, which has been my usual thing for years. I remember how happy I was that the interview was over and I could indulge in fresh mixed greens, some salad dressing that had the best citrusy flavours, crispy cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and sweet corn kernels. I also remember stuffing by face with the best tiramisu. The mascarpone was heavenly with the lady fingers, cocoa, and more. I was so happy. I should have bought an entire tray of it just for me. I returned after my second interview and had an egg salad sandwich. Simple. Yummy. Perfect. The bread was seedy. It was so good. It hit the spot. I haven't been back here since I landed my current job. It may be a good thing. I still love Whole Foods. Markham has been graced with its own and I frequent it often. Coincidentally, I was there this evening. I'm glad that this store is still alive and kicking. It'll always have fond memories of post-interviews and yummy eats. (462)

I was visiting Toronto and came here for snacks and to buy my husband's favorite sunflower seeds…read more The store has wide, albeit strangely laid out, aisles. The products are not intuitively arranged together and it as difficult to find certain things. However, the store was clean and as with most Whole Foods locations, there was a lot to choose from. I forgot how much I used to enjoy shopping at WF. Check out was easy and the cashier was friendly enough. I went there twice during my visit to Toronto because I fell in love with DJ&A dried mushroom snacks.

Great produce at fair market prices, and great owners and staff! It's always a pleasure to shop…read morehere. We are so lucky to have "Root" in our hood!

A few Friday nights ago, I had placed an order at Descendant Pizza. I had half an hour to kill. I…read moredecided to check the area out. I found Raise the Root Organic Market steps away. I love exploring a new grocery store, so I dropped by to check it out. There were so many fresh fruits and veggies at this place. The woman behind the counter immediately said hi. I reciprocated, intrigued by the fair-trade bananas from Ecuador and more. This store has a lot of vegan options. It also has gluten-free and keto items, but the vegan specialty items were prevalent. I loved seeing vegan meals in clear containers. I saw vegan marshmallows that aren't all that common. I was intrigued by the mushroom teas. I got one of the elixirs to try out. This place had coconut nog at a reduced price. I love the nog, except that it is super sweet. The price was right, though. You can get baking items and toothpaste here. I liked that the oral hygiene section was near the chocolate bars. Coincidence? I think not. I ended up getting a dark chocolate bar with coconut and skipped getting toothpaste. There was a bottle of The Good juice. It had celery, cucumber, and spinach in it. I liked the sound of that mix and got a bottle. I loved this store so much. I told the woman on staff that I loved shopping here. She was genuinely happy that I did. I paid with a debit card. All went well. I actually had my Yelp canvas bag with me that I got from Descendant. I used it to place all my goodies in it. Perfect! This market was a great find. I look forward to returning when I'm back in the area. The Good drink was indeed good! Same goes with the chocolate bar that I inhaled. (44)

Nice, spacious supermarket offering high-quality fresh produce, including organic fruits and…read morevegetables. Good selection of products. The ready-to-go food selection is decent, ranging from salads and soups to some hot items.

This store carries a great selection of groceries, freshly prepared foods and supplements. I often…read morepick-up a hot dinner here and it's always been good - great that they list ingredients. Shopping is a pleasure here with wide aisles; a short wait to check out; large parking lot; friendly and efficient staff. I also purchase all the food here for my pets here - one stop shopping.

Hands down one of my fav stores in the city. Amazing selection of natural health products,…read moreeverything from vitamins to organic groceries and beauty products. The prices are very competitive, often lower than on amazon. You can often find great deals on gluten free items as well, make sure to visit the back of the store for grocery items.

More expensive than you'll find the same products at No Frills or Walmart, but far more obscure…read morevitamins and food products than you'll find at your average grocery store or pharmacy. Better priced then say, The Big Carrot, or smaller health food stores. Staff and friendly and keep the place clean and well organized but they can give little by way of recommendation for vitamin brands.