I have shopped at Steve's Quality Market in Salem, MA for a few years. I'm a business person and my home-office is nearby the store. I usually go there to buy both the New York Times and Wall Street Journal newspapers. I do purchase other items. I have found the store to be a great small footprint store and a wonderful place to shop. I met Scott for the first time. I found him to be a very nice man. The store wasn't business at my visit. We chatted about his experience and how he felt about the store. He was very positive and confident that that store was a great place to work and he appreciated his job there. Dean P. DeHaven CEO, Cambridge Quantum Solutions, LLC Cambridge, MA 02139 P.S. I have attached a photo of the "quantum computer" that I designed and built. read more

If you value your health, do NOT shop here. Soon as the new owners bought the place, I noticed right away they were selling spoiled meat. This was maybe a year or so ago. Against my better judgement, I bought chicken from here recently, and of course the quality was terrible. It was like trying to bite through muscle or something. Very rubbery, bizarre texture, and extremely slimy when cutting it up raw. There's a Crosby's right down the street from them, so that is the MUCH better option. read more

The Best thing to happen to Steve's quality market is someone bought it from ANN a year ago, BUT, they "PRICE GOUGE" things marked a certain price on the shelves are a DIFFERENT PRICE when your che king out, EVERY ITEM SHOULD HAVE A PRICE ON IT as this would eliminate the "mistake" (what I get told when bringing this to the attention of cashier, & the female who works there a lot, I know she works Saturday & definitely Sunday mornings seems to DISLIKE PEOPLE (similar to ANN) I don't know if it's people in general or just Americans, BUT WOW!! smile, be friendly/nice IT WOULD GOBA LONG WAY, met the owner he seems to be VERY NICE. ALL IF SALEM SHOULD BE VERY HAPPY ANN IS GONE!!! read more

Great place. Like the markets from my childhood. Great service and fantastic deli section gpo

Five dollars for 3 potatoes. Six $$ for a small container of margarine... the prices are insulting. I told the cashier on my way out, not buying anything... "Your prices are ridiculous. He said which one? I said "all of them". Thanks but no thanks. read more

What happened to the Pearls all beef hotdogs? looks like the new owners are getting rid of a lot of the products they used to have like the delish sausages with sun-dried tomatoes, chicken sausages, and the delicious Pearls hotdogs! Please bring them back.. read more

bought chicken wings completely rotten smelled up my whole place.Food is clearly not fresh and frozen then re frozen again. New owners have ruined this place. read more

5STAR CORNBREAD. Just indulge, it's wonderfully delightful. Slather on some whipped & salted LandOLakes and ur in cornbread heaven. read more

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Got the suggestion from a buddy to try one of their premade deli meat subs of in the area and looking for quick/cheap lunch. My buddy didn't let me down. The sub was delicious. They use the same bread that Tony Lena's used to use so I was sold from first bite. Ratio of cold cuts to veggies was great and the Italian seasoning added gives it great flavor. In and out in 2 mins with a delicious lunch for 6 bucks. I'm all about that ! read more

place has gone down the toilet.... went in there today ... deli was closed the guy working in back room came out wearing fuzzy gloves but the guy said he would help me out so i ordered some lunch meats he never changed his gloves and he kept picking stuff off the lunchmeat and the slicer was dirty as HELL !!!!!! i took pictures and will be filing a complaint with board of health read more

Great for everyday items - and prepared meals are a gem! Bbq and rotisserie chicken are the best!

I noticed last week the entire frozen food cooler was empty. It obviouly broke . But I heard all the frozen food became warm for a period of time and the new owners refroze the food and it is back in the freezer for sale. I would look for evidence of melting and thawing of products in the frozen food case. read more

The new owners are really ruining this place. No longer is the produce fresh. To keep you from noticing, they now wrap everything up in plastic wrap so you can't see it. Berries have been frozen and thawed and sold as fresh. Also, they are clearly "re-dating" the stuff once it reaches expiration. Worst of all, once the meats begin to age and go bad they repackage them in a marinade so you can't taste the foulness. And, why aren't they putting prices on items? You know why. The Board of Health needs to have a look at this sleezy operation before someone gets seriously ill. read more

I had asked for meatballs at the counter and I brought such a awkward feeling from the workers at the deli and then when I got to the register my meatballs were never put in the bag I just got home to look for my meatballs and they're not there now who does that read more

Many moons ago, I lived up the street from Steve's and used to visit weekly. Now, if I have time and a need, I usually will stop and go in when visiting Salem. On Saturday, I ventured to Salem to get a Mother's Day treat for my mom and on the way home had to stop in and see how the store was doing during this difficult time. Everything seemed to be in stock (except the usual missing items like toilet paper, bleach, hand sanitizer). The meat department was especially well stocked and the prices were great. I picked up a few items for a steal. I also picked up some nice homemade items like bread pudding and American chop suey and a sandwich. All really nice and tasty. The only items that looked a bit iffy were some of the fruits. Bananas looked in rough shape and I noticed a lot of the grapes I bought were rotten when I got home which was a bummer. Everyone in the store was observing social distances. There was plexiglass to protect the cashiers. I had a nice conversation with the man that helped me. I loved his upbeat attitude despite the current pandemic and the snow that was falling outside. Prices remain fantastic. It's a great value. It has a lot of unique items too. I plan to visit again in the coming weeks as the value was so much nicer than bigger stores and the stress level was way down shopping in a smaller place. read more

Steve's isn't trying to be anything it is not. It's a glorified bodega with quick pickups and a deli in back. The folks are nice enough, but there's nothing that set it apart in terms of offerings. Points for convenience though! I wish they had a little less clutter, its hard to navigate especially when you are trying to social distance. read more

Visiting from out of town and stopped in to pick up groceries for our stay. The store has all the basics plus some. Prices were much better than expected. The staff was super helpful and friendly. We were ably staying a couple blocks away so we're able to carry out groceries back. Steve's was incredibly convenient, saved us a ton of money by allowing us to prepare our own food (mostly ), and had a delightfully welcoming atmosphere. Will definitely shop here again next time we are in town! read more

I base my review on the whole experience. I primarily go to Steve's for the deli meat and cheeses. Great assortment and even better prices. Never have to wait very long, and the line moves relatively quickly. The smoked turkey is fantastic as is the Virginia Ham. I really liked the egg salad although it needed a bit of salt - easy fix. They have a great bread selection, and the meat department looks pretty good with a decent selection (haven't bought meat or produce yet). The checkers can be a bit surly, but I chalk it up to the whole experience. There's certainly an interesting clientele that frequents that corner of Salem, but again - it's part of the experience. To come full circle, the deli is where it's at. MB used to be my go-to for deli, but not anymore. Even if MB rises from the ashes, I'm on Team Steve now. read more

The store itself does not have a huge selection, which is fine because it's a smaller store. The reason this place deserves 1 star or less is because of the staff. Every time I've been here, the staff had been incredibly rude to the point that I no longer will patronize the store and I take my money elsewhere. I've had at least 5 other friends with similar stories. AVOID THE MEAN PEOPLE! Don't come here! read more

I will mourn when Steve's eventually closes. A visit is a trip to the past. The owners are working the registers, the staff is friendly and helpful. Their weekly specials trump the supermarkets. They carry Polish specialties. I LOVE this place! read more

I love this place. Very handy, with a nostalgic aura. The meats and deli are fantastic, and the fresh bread always smells so good. Variety can be limited, but it is a small neighborhood market, so that is expected. Staff is always very friendly to me. I spent years working in retail customer service, and I know how taxing it can be, so this is appreciated. It's a great resource for when I need a quick grocery run between "Big Shopping" trips. read more

Steve's always has fresh baked bread and great deli selection at reasonable prices. Very convenient location if you are in downtown Salem. Bought their sausage calzone very good. read more

I love Steve's! Yes, the lady with the curly hair has yelled at me. No, the staff is in general not the happiest out there. I go there a few times a week to get deli meat, and regular meats. Everything is super cheap (only items on the perimeter of the store- go to Market Basket for canned goods and cereal.) They have everything packaged so if you aren't cooking for 6 you aren't wasting food. I love that. All in all the staff has been very accomodating. They have gone out of their way for me, and I enjoy seeing familiar faces there every day. Once you go there often they are friendly! read more

If you live right in Salem, this is great to run in for bread, milk, butter, or other key essentials. I certainly wouldn't plan on going here for fresh produce, though. It's a little neighborhood store that has survived the onslaught of Shaw's, Stop-N-Shop, and the other megamarts. That has to count for something. read more

There is a cashier who does not know how to bag groceries the proper way. She puts the eggs inside the bottom of a bag, then she puts heavy grocery items on top of the eggs. She has no common sense how to bag properly. read more

For folks who live near downtown Salem, Steve's Market is a godsend. The selection is very good for a grocery of this size, their prices are reasonable, and they have ample opening hours. Meat lovers will appreciate their surprisingly broad-based offerings, but they also have things like plant-based milk and creamers as well as breads and chicken pot pies without preservatives. They offer a decent variety of fresh produce as well. Have seen other reviews here complaining about staff unfriendliness, but we've never had an issue. I recommend them very highly. read more

Good: Cheapest meat around The warm bread at the cash registers The cornbread at the cash registers Open till 11 PM Monday-Saturday Shepherds pie days Local flavor In downtown Salem, where there aren't any other options Bad: Really limited, unappetizing produce Some stuff is pretty darn expensive Close really early on Sundays It's perfect for when you run out of milk, or want some cheap chicken or beef, but isn't really going to be your weekly supermarket. read more

Ignore my prior review. I'm a fan of Steve's Quality Market, after a number of trips. Me and all the local alcoholics. They have a really good assortment of stuff, quite decent prices (I'm focusing on the produce - where they have a surprisingly varied selection, fresher than Shaw's easily). They're near my house and have good hours. Good stuff read more

Always nice. Low low prices on all stuff. A staple small time store in Salem mass. Super nice employees. Meats are so good and so cheap and all good cuts. Niche neighborhood market. They have everything. . Bagels and bread will make you an addict. You can eat a loaf before you leave. All homemade. . Yum. And the employees are all always super nice and you can tell they have been there for decades. I see all the reviews say rude employees. ??? They are not. If anything are genuine friendly read more

For the short time I lived in Salem, Steve's was one of my favorite places to go. They were well stocked, and had the friendliest service. There are fresh veggies, and a deli. You have to buy a loaf of their fresh bread. Great prices, great atmosphere. I miss my shopping trips there. read more

Steve's Quality Market offers excellent choices for the basics in the bakery, meat, dairy, and produce departments. Prices are way more affordable than Crosby's. Staff is authentic. It's a true community corner market. Go with it. read more

I think the term "Quality" is stretching it a bit. Oh, and they charge a fee to use credit cards. Why? We need a Trader Joe's in downtown Salem or something a little more "Quality" than Steve's. read more

It served its purpose while I was staying at Salem and it was walking distance and they had what I needed - milk, cheese, cold cuts, meat and soda. Everyone is super nice and helpful. There is a warm bread next to the register and all kinds of cheeses and even Polish hrust. Oh yeah...the ladies at the register are pretty old but its all good. read more

Tiny market that has the basics if you need to run out and grab something quickly. Small inventory and crowded since the building is small. It's kind of like a 711 grocery store. read more

They are a small full service neighborhood market. They have most everything I need. The butcher dept can and will provide whatever you need at the best price for better quality then you are accustomed to. If you don't see it... then ask the butcher comes out and brings me exactly what I want. We find it tastes better then we expect. You need to try out their breads and cakes... read more

Super fresh produce. Good quality and price. They unofficial open at 5 am many days. Great selection and locally sourced. Free parking too.

Steve's always had most basic groceries and especially carried items if you wanted to make an Italian dinner, like raw mozzarella and of course their fresh baked Italian bread. Last Saturday I didn't have time to cook meatballs for Easter dinner, and most places didn't have what I was looking for, but Steve's saved the day. I asked if they carried frozen meatballs, and one of the owners brought me to the deli and measured out close to 3 pounds homemade Italian meatballs, made that morning, for a little more than $11. These meatballs were (almost) as good as my mom's! read more

We are vacationing in Salem and needed some supplies for room. We chose Steve's because it's been around for so many years and it a small neighborhood market, which no longer exist in most towns. It brought back memories of days long past. We chose our staples then saw the pre-made subs and decided to take a chance. I noticed there was cooked salami in some of them. We can't find cooked salami where we live and most people there never even heard of it. We decided we would have the sub for our dinner in our room. What a delicious treat it was. We're going to buy another tomorrow and eat it at one of the parks here. They also had some sweet and tasty blueberries that we purchased two pints of. They had a very nice meat department with some good looking lamb, too. Unfortunately, there were no native tomatoes, but we were pleased with what we did purchase. I wish they were listed on Trip Advisor so I could let other travelers know about this nice, little market. read more

Steve's has long been our regular market for milk, eggs, American cheese (better price than anywhere, always), and cold cuts. It has more recently become my meat market. The prices are always competitive (often less than the supermarkets, especially chicken) and I'm finding the quality to be superior to what I find in the supermarkets. And if I need a special cut, the butcher is happy to provide it. I was having a hard time finding bone-in pork rib chops -- the favored cut of America's Test Kitchen chefs. Apparently they're not a big seller, so no one stocks them, but they have the best flavor. Even Steve's didn't have them in the case, so I asked to talk to the butcher, and when he came into the store, I told him what I needed. He smiled, called me "miss" (a big plus, since I'm over 60), disappeared into the butchery, and emerged with the most spectacular-looking rib chops I'd ever seen. For $2.89 a pound. I couldn't believe my eyes. I won't go anywhere else for meat. Or cold cuts. Or American cheese. Or milk n' eggs. And I love around the holidays when they stock up on fresh pies and Polish pastries! read more

Stepping into Steve's is a little like stepping into The Twilight Zone. As far as neighborhood grocery stores go, it's great. Centrally located for anyone living in the downtown Salem area, the selection here is practically the same as a giant grocery store but just smaller. There's a deli, a bakery, a wine section, plenty of frozen foods; even pet food. There's just something a little weird about the place. Everyone is friendly enough, so it's not that. The prices are pretty average, so no problems there. Maybe it's the decor that's vintage 1978. Or the checkout counter that's only a few feet long. Or that weird pot of coffee by the door - does anyone drink that? Because the thing is always empty, so someone must be drinking it. Unless of course it's never filled, in which case it's empty to begin with. But if it's always empty, then why would it be there in the first place? It's just taking up space that could be used to display more pamphlets about the Jimmy Fund. Then again, Dunkin Donuts is right across the street and if you were going to have coffee, why wouldn't you just go there? I guess I can see if there was a crazy Nor'easter or something and there were piles of snow you had to cross to get there, but if the weather was that bad why would you even be at Steve's in the first place? Chances are it wouldn't even be open for business! But maybe your out of cat food and the little critter is scratching up everything in your living room throwing a fit, and it only eats Fancy Feast Prime Seafood Cuts and nothing else, and you saw Steve's had a can left last time you were there and so you brave the harsh weather and take a chance that it might be open so you'll get some relief from your insane cat, and when you finally walk through the door there's nothing more you want than a piping hot cup of domestic coffee in a styrofoam cup. Of course! It all makes so much sense now... read more