I walked into Hannaford expecting a quick, normal trip--grab a drink, pay, and leave. Nothing…read morecomplicated. But somehow, that simple plan turned into one of the most unnecessarily frustrating shopping experiences I've had in a while. It wasn't the store layout, or the lines, or even the prices overall--it was the self-checkout situation that managed to mess up something as small as 88 cents and still leave a bad impression. So there I was at the self-checkout, scanning my items like usual. Everything seemed fine at first. The machine did its little beeps, the total popped up, and I paid without thinking much of it. But afterward, I noticed the total didn't match what I expected. At first I thought maybe I misread a price or grabbed the wrong item--but nope. After actually checking the receipt, there it was: an extra 88 cents that didn't make any sense. Now, 88 cents isn't life-changing money, obviously. But that's not really the point. It's the fact that the system--this supposedly efficient, modern, "convenient" self-checkout robot--managed to get something so basic wrong. And there's no easy way to question it in the moment unless you want to call someone over and hold up the whole line. So you either let it go or deal with the awkward process of proving a machine messed up. What makes it worse is how avoidable it feels. That 88 cents could've gone toward something else--like literally another drink. That's the annoying part. It's not just "oh well, small mistake." It's the fact that I walked out knowing I paid for something I didn't actually get, and that small difference could've added up to something tangible, even if it's just a second bottle or can. And honestly, these self-checkout systems are supposed to make things smoother, but moments like this do the opposite. Instead of speeding things up, they shift all the responsibility onto the customer while still being prone to errors. If a cashier made that mistake, at least there's a clear person to talk to. When it's a machine, it just feels like you're arguing with a wall. It also makes you wonder how often this kind of thing happens. If I noticed 88 cents, how many people don't notice? Those tiny amounts can add up over time, and it starts to feel less like a one-time glitch and more like a system that isn't as reliable as it should be. Even if it's unintentional, it's still frustrating from a customer perspective. In the end, it's not about the money--it's about the experience. A quick stop turned into irritation over something that shouldn't have happened in the first place. And yeah, it sticks with you more than it should, because it's such an easy thing to get right. All I wanted was my drink, and instead I left thinking about how I could've had another one if the system had just worked properly. Ps im never shopping here again( I mean I will but you get the point)

I have been going to Hannaford in Middlebury, Vermont for years! I love everything about it. I have…read morebeen a Hannaford to go customer since the pandemic, but recently, they hired a new manager in that department of Hannaford to go. In the past the workers were very pleasant and they made me feel like they were family ! It used to be an enjoyable experience, until Amanda took over. I have been a loyal customer for years, not liking anything about my transactions in the last month. Sad!

They have good foods good to eat and on the go to drive home and eat dinner and they have good big…read moresandwich

Really terrible sandwich and they are never like this!!! I am so upset we drive 45 min to eat there…read moreand this sandwich is one third the thickness it normally is. Please tell me this is not the new Greg's!!

The staff here are very helpful friendly as I'm pretty much confined to a wheelchair and going in…read morethe stores next to Impossible where my wheelchair is a little wider than most the bathroom is inaccessible unless you know how to back up because there's a bit of a step there the bathroom is most always clean parking can be a little bit rough at times as this is a small store and has a lot of regular clientele so don't be afraid to park out back if you have to

Really good bagel sandwiches, free refills on coffee, and there's always been good prices on bagels…read moreto go when we've passed through visiting folks further east in Vermont. I've had better bagels, but these are better than anything else in the area, well priced, and well priced. Salt & Pepper and then sweet ones, but more of the salt and pepper in the dozen.

My Mom grew up in the area, and this bagel joint has been delicious since then. We stopped by for…read morebagels while in town for a reunion. We ordered a bunch of bagels with different toppings and they were all delicious. I've heard the donuts are worth the visit as well - with my friend often making a long journey just to grab some! I highly recommend grabbing a bagel sandwich, and taking a walk around town. Maybe even stopping in to the amazing co-op next door!

So many options to pick from! This place has a fluffernutter PB cup that is to die for, can't find…read morethat anywhere else!

Nice little shop tragically overpriced. Stopped in to put together gift bags of New England olde…read moretime candies for out of area guests. I bought three Sky-bars and three Malomars at almost $3 a piece, they are at my local Market Basket for $1 per. Same with rolls of Necco Wafers, $1, not here. I don't mind a markup but that is ridiculous. The staff is very friendly and it was fun to chat about candy I used to love as a kid but the insane prices will stop me from ever going back. They don't have anything a decent general store has and it will be much cheaper there.

Disgusting. Anyone who makes their paying customers use porta potties in that kind of condition…read moreshouldn't get business. Let people use a real restroom! I couldn't stop gagging.