I really love the cause of this store and I'm so happy that they can bring so many local products but the customer service is absolutely horrible. Please educate all of your staff how to treat customers. Even target down the street has a much better customer service. read more

I'm a big fan of the Wedge, especially their breads and bulk food section. They have a really great selection of pretty much anything you could ask for, which I'm impressed by for it being such a small store. If I lived closer and had a little more $$, I'm sure I would shop here more often. - I would just like to say that The Wedge really has their customer service figured out, too! I received a message from a very nice gentleman who works in their CS department, personally thanking me for shopping and taking time to share my thoughts here on Yelp. LOVE IT. Keep up the good work! read more

Wedge Community - Grocery Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

The vibe here is so natural and friendly-Knowing where your food comes from is worth the price tag. For meat, the butcher recommended thousand hills. Ribeye was delicious. They have exotic fruits and veggies like rambutan and mangos and Asian sweet potato. I love their almond/peanut butter grinder so you can grind yours fresh. Almond/soy/coconut milk options are all there. They have a co-op member program I highly recommend for discounts-$80 membership. read more

Wedge Community - All local meat, grass fed. Butcher recommended thousand hills - Grocery Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Seemed like a great place to shop. Then the lady at the register pressured us to donate to a local cause. We politely declined and she responded with an abrupt 'what you don't like dogs or children?'. Very uncalled for. They have great food and it would be a fine place to shop but that comment and tone sadly makes me never want to return. read more

Prices here are obscene compared to other co-ops, natural, and organic food stores. I work and hang out super close to here so end up stopping in on occasions. But I do occasionally find a really good deal here. They also carry some products (buckwheat groats) which are hard to find elsewhere. read more

This place is a pleasure to eat and shop at. Plus, I think the charities that they ask you to donate to are relevant to the goal of local, ethical, sustainable food, which is why I go there in the first place. The smoothies have always been great, and eating outside by myself was pleasant. The prices seem a lot higher than cubs, but this is a much nicer place to shop. read more

Amazing variety of groceries, already made food, and everyday essentials. I love stopping by for fresh baked breads or checking out the variety of items at the deli. I'm still getting to know their specials, but so far am loving the variety and quality of all their food! read more

I'm a Minneapolis transplant and father of four who has lived all over. I now shop at The Wedge about twice per week. My wife initially made fun of me because she thought it was too spendy, but prices are below or even with other places, particularly for necessities. This is also the best butcher in town. (Clancy's is highway robbery.) I have done multiple special orders for brisket, turkeys, and roasts. The Wedge always has wild-caught Alaska salmon, great poultry, and lovely lamb. (I tend to buy beef at Costco.) Their produce is a but spendy but more local and fresher than other places. And my favorite part is that compared to Lund's, Cub, and Kowalski's, The Wedge is the only place in town that properly bags groceries. (I'm a young curmudgeon and hate that this has become a lost art.) Also, the people who shop here are weird---but good weird. read more

It ain't what it used to be, not by a longshot. Not sure what happened here but the remodel was an ill-conceived venture, SOME of the staff are surly and sarcastic (particularly some of the produce crew and management), and the prices STAY high. They do have fine produce and bulk dry goods. The Wedge used to be the coolest co-op in the Twin Cities about 10 or more years ago. That title now belongs to The Seward. Something managerial went awry here and that's too bad. Never change a good thing when it works fine as it is. read more

I really adored this place. I did. It was small, jam packed with good stuff, most of which I had never heard of. Loved shopping for the gluten-free girlfriend here. Fresh stuff. Good tasting stuff. But I have moved on. Now Trader Joe's or even Cub can give me what I needed from The Wedge. I think the food is 4-stars. Hands down. The employees, some are 4-stars as well, but it's the checkout people who rank a straight 1-star who bring this entire establishment down in my book. I have been here nearly 15-times now, and I have NEVER had a nice checkout person. Even a remotely pleasant one would do. "Can you empty your basket?" Sorry, didn't see the little sign about 'decreasing workplace injuries'... "Are you a member?" No, I am not. (insert "I could care less about you then" look). Awesome. This place needs to quit being so uptight and pretentious and elite-esque and start giving some good customer service. It's a grocery store. Quit trying to be so cool. read more

When I moved to town, I started shopping at Rainbow, because I didn't know anything but big supermarkets. Sure, I was vaguely aware that there were "vegetarian/organic" stores out there, but I didn't see what was in it for me. But it started with the bread. I don't like the plastic bagged, mass produced breads with their unpronounceable ingredients. Bread is a simple thing, and the best of things. The Wedge bakes their own, so I started buying my bread at the Wedge. Then I noticed the "bulk" aisle where I could buy nuts, grains and various other items in any amount I liked, and bring in my own containers to do so. I liked reducing the amount of waste I produced, so sure enough I could soon be found bringing in old jelly jars and carefully filling them with oatmeal, rice, walnuts, flour and countless other things. Similarly, I soon began buying their milk (in reusable glass bottles) and pack yourself eggs (in egg cartons I brought from home). Somewhere in here, I bought a membership and there was no turning back. I started buying the cheese (oh, how I loved the imported raw milk blue cheeses), even the deli counter began to attract me (their seafood has never let me down). Ironically, I think their produce section was the last thing I started using. Organic produce was never that important to me, local produce is. Since I started shopping at the Wedge in the winter, all I saw was produce from California and some more bizarre destinations (I swear I saw something from Israel). I was not impressed with the waste of flying in organic produce from around the world, but at last spring came and the Midwestern bounty flooded their shelves. They even had information about the local farms that produced much of their seasonal wares, such as Featherstone Farms (who's CSA I later joined). And somewhere in here, I realized I had become a hardcore hippie and Wedge was about my only shopping destination (okay, I still sneak down to Rainbow for Cheerios, canned items and some meat products). Yes, it costs a little more, but I don't think I'm exaggerating when I say shopping at the Wedge has increased my quality of life. read more

In the immortal words of 2 Chainz: "Opinions are like Escalades, everybody's got one." Everyone under the sun has an opinion about the Wedge. It is the OG of elitist white people grocery stores. This is the grocery store that causes hippies to mouth ejaculate about local, organic, sustainable EVERYTHING - while wearing hemp and smelling faintly of all natural deodorant and medical grade weed. I can't really add much to the discussion, so I'll just add a few things... 1. The produce section isn't really anything remarkable and everything is overpriced. Unless your strawberries are gonna clean my house and then murder everyone I dislike for me...$5 is a ridiculous price and you should feel bad. 2. The meat counter is awesome. However, I don't give a shit about what the cow's name was or what the cow liked to do in her spare time - I'm trying to get my steak on, not date the damn thing. Being able to directly source a product is nice, but quit making me feel like I'm on eHarmony. My 4 steps to compatibility include: buying the steak, marinating the steak, cooking the steak, and eating that son of a bitch. Don't ruin it by telling me she enjoyed para-sailing and oaky red wines. Stop doing what you're doing. 3. Why are you asking me if I want a paper bag? I have 20 items and 2 hands, are you an idiot? Does it look like I can fit everything into my hoodie pockets? If that were the case I would've just stolen this $12 block of cheese and these $8 oranges. Of course I want a bag. 4. Minnesotans can't drive. Or park. This parking lot is more dangerous than the Jersey Turnpike. And if you drive a non hybrid SUV, get ready to feel guilty for not giving a shit. The Wedge would be perfect if all the people who love the Wedge would quit going there. read more

This place is pretty rad I guess - I'm not really into the organic/vegan/vegetarian thing per se but there are a lot of reasons to go here other than that - most notably for me the GARLIC LOVERS PASTA SALAD and the bulk spice area. As other people have noted it's a bit on the spendy side but it's within walking distance for me and is a great place to grab delicious items for a summer BBQ. The Wedge is on the smallish side and attracts a pretty diverse crowd of people which is cool. Some of my absolute favorite people there act like it's their first day on the planet and as such they have to look at and caress every object in the store for an hour before deciding that they aren't going to buy it. This proves a challenge in areas near the deli case - where the GARLIC LOVERS PASTA SALAD lives. I guess that can't really be considered a strike against the Wedge - but more a strike against certain people that go there that are in some patchouli-induced trance and have no common courtesy or sense of what is going on around them. I have yet to buy a membership here as I'm not sure it's worth it aside from the preachy "support your local co-op" attitude I might get from it. If having a membership entitled me to elbow these granola zombies out of the way then I'd have had one years ago. I also hear the smoothies are good. read more

I know it is sacrilege to suggest such things of a good home organic lovin co-op, but no one finds the prices prohibitive? Yes, I've read the 'sure, it's expensive, but that's how it is' stuff-- but FO RULLS. I just moved here from Portland and was on the prowl for carob covered peanuts when I walked into this charming little cutie-pie shop. I did not find my carob goodies, which is entirely okay because I found plenty other delectable items. Only problem is, I would have had to take out a mortgage to pay for any of them! AND I'M A RENTER! I'm assuming I just need to adjust to the local price point? read more

I love The Wedge. First and foremost it is a community gathering spot and you constantly run into friends there. It represents the liberal, progressive and intelligent nature of the community perfectly. It eliminated plastic bags early in 2008 and most of the customers are conscientious enough to bring their own bags. The staff is consistently cool and helpful and fun to chat with. If you're a member ($80 gets you four shares in the Co-op, along with yearly dividend payments based on your total purchases) you can get good discounts and access to cooking classes and other cool stuff. The store carries everything you could possibly need, including obscure types of brown sugar and vegan baking ingredients, multiple vegan cheeses, Toffuti cream cheese, three or four brands of tofu and tempeh, six or seven brands of vegan ice creams and non-dairy desserts (soy, rice, oats, coconut, sorbet), multiple brands of vegan deli meats, three brands of soy yogurt and half a dozen different types of non-dairy milks (soy, rice, hemp, almond, etc.). They also carry four or five varieties of veggie burgers. Their deli/cafe area seems to have gotten much better since I first started going there in October 2007. Today, a year later, they have a vegan burrito, portobella burger and tofu/tempeh sandwich options, in addition to at least two or three hot vegan dishes cooked daily (curries, dals, seitan stews, etc.). I find their sandwiches and deli items to be tasty, fresh and fairly cheap, but their hot cooked items tend to be expensive ($8 per pound) and a bit bland and boring. Make sure to try a sample before ordering anything. Their baked good section is a rock-solid vegan haven. They always have three or four different types of cakes/pies, in addition to truffle balls, four types of muffins/cupcakes, as well as three types of cookies, and also macaroons and simple things like pumpkin bread or banana bread. Every once in a while they have key lime coconut pie (heavenly), chocolate mousse pie (decadent beyond belief), and cheesecake (crave-inducing). Their cooler section also has wonderful vegan tapioca pudding (made with coconut milk and sugar) and German cake. I just recently discovered their smoothies and shakes which are unbelievably delicious, though probably calorie-laden. That said, they're cheap at around $4 a pop (in comparison, TAO Cafe on Hennepin charges $7 for the same size soy-banana-chocolate-ice cream smoothie). I've probably gained 15 pounds because of the continuous, easy access to delicious, varied vegan foods I have there. My only gripe (and it's not a trivial one): prices are generally higher at The Wedge, though you do get much better quality foods than you would at a mainstream grocery store. But organic produce at The Wedge tends to break the bank---for instance, they'll charge you $2 a pound for green peppers, whereas as Rainbow/Lunds you could get organic for $1.25. Non-organic would be under $1. In other words, produce tends to cost twice as much as elsewhere. In the end, though, The Wedge is a special place. If I ever leave Minneapolis, it's the first place I'll miss. read more

Let's pretend that Seward Co-Op and the Wedge were in the Olympics, the results would look something like this... Produce variety - Wedge, silver Produce presentation - Seward, silver Bread - Wedge, gold Deli - Wedge, bronze Bakery - Seward, bronze Cheese - Seward, bronze Meat - Seward, silver Seafood - Seward, bronze Grocery variety - Wedge, bronze (nb: more options isn't always better though) Frozen - Seward, silver Bulk variety - Wedge, gold Bulk presentation - Seward, silver Spices - Seward, silver Coffee - Seward, silver Wellness - Seward, bronze Prices - Seward, bronze Customer service - Seward, silver Store samples - Seward, silver Store aesthetics - Seward, silver Parking lot - Seward, bronze Website - Seward, silver If Seward Co-Op and the Wedge got into a *bar fight* at C.C. Club, the Wedge would win. ---- cross-posted to Seward Co-Op review. read more

I don't care if it costs a little more, it is worth it to feed my body the good stuff. Besides, I stop in here at least once a week and I have not gone broke yet. I think you can shop smart, no matter what the store is. The staff is great about pointing good deals out and making recommendations and suggestions. They also run good sales, even for non-members. I love eating in restaurants, but I also love cooking at home. When I do, I want real ingredients with things I can pronounce -- not a ton of artificial nonsense and chemicals. I don't eat plastic! Plus, when you eat good ingredients, you tend to be satisfied with smaller portions. When I eat their cheese selections though? Yeah... then, I am all about quantity! :) The Wedge is a feel-good store that just makes me feel good -- inside and out. read more

The Wedge is like a cult in a good light. A major part of Mpls. living, not cow country that the rest of the country think we are. A great location that allows for lots of walk in traffic. I think it's a model for co-ops that some can only dream of living up to. The only thing missing is the braless days of the 70's. read more

My god, whatever you do, part with your $7 and order a smoothie from the counter in the back. I had the "Chartreuse" today and it was glorious. Yvonne W. described perfectly as "zingy and refreshing." Highly recommend it. read more

Wedge Community - Dessert case. Ooh la la! - Grocery Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I have no idea why, but the rudest people in Minnesota all work here. This place is near my home. I've gone dozens of times because I like the brands they carry, and their meat. Every single time I've been in here, without fail, the cashiers have this attitude problem with me. I've talked to a friend about it, she has experienced the same thing. It's inconvenient to go to other organic grocery stores, but worth it, because everywhere else I've ever gone has better service. I just can't bring myself to come back here. read more

You know what rocks? Knowing that you're buying groceries- the single most necessary purchase of the month- at a place that is owned entirely by people in your community. It's like giving a check to Minneapolis, and getting a big, wet kiss of deliciousness in return. The place reeks of good living. The produce section is worth worshipping- it overflows with apples, dates, veggies, and herbs of all sorts, mostly organic but with some conventionals thrown in there if you wanna save a buck. They have barrels full of basil which, when opened, exude a puff of pungent fragrance that makes you want to burrow your head in there until you're asked to leave. (And if you're crazy about basil, it's wicked cheap- you can get enough for pesto without going through three of those bullshit Cub Foods plastic boxes that cost $4.00 each.) The Wedge also has everything else you need- wasabi, baking chocolate, pastry flour, fair trade coffee, bread, crystallized ginger and toiletries- and while things are a little more expensive, you can be choosy and still get out of there on budget. Their bulk section is off the chain for this reason- where you would spend $3.50 on a small package of craisins at Cub, you spend the same amount here for a full pound. Fair Warning: This place is always super busy. If you can bike there, do so- the parking lot is usually a total nightmare. read more

Great selection of organics and natural foods! For the most part the store is really well laid out, but it sort of feels like you are being corralled from one end of the store to the other before you are allowed to check out.. I think the membership fee is ridiculous unless you shop here on a daily basis. It doesn't add up for the "savings" they tout. I don't mind paying 28 cents more per item since I only really make it down when I need something very specific that Cub will obviously not have. My only complaint is that some of the staff can be rather unpleasant at times, and it smells like patchouli and dred shampoo. read more

Sure, you've got to be a smart shopper when you come here, and know what's worth paying the extra money for and what isn't. At the same time, though, the meat here is like twice as good as it is at any of the local supermarkets at maybe 25 cents more a pound. And the spices and a lot of the bulk goods are so dramatically better than what you'd get elsewhere that it's worth it. This is not a place for bargain hunting. Go to Aldi's for that. This is where you go to get your centerpieces, your main ingredients, the stuff that you need to be the best you can get. read more

Sadly the Wedge has gone downhill since their remodel. I used to go out of my way across town to shop here for their yummy vegan foods but since the remodel they no longer sell my old favorites like the seitan stews and vegan curries etc. Their hot bar now always has the same boring options and there are just less decent vegan options here in general. I still enjoy their soft serve and shakes and beauty/body care section, but I won't go out of my way to shop here when there are other grocery stores closer to me with better prices. read more

The deli section and bakery section is top-notch, well-labeled, and extensive. I'm dairy-free (serious allergy to both protein and sugar in dairy), and the wedge's clear labeling makes it easy for me to locate the vegan (and therefore free of all milk product) selections in the deli and bakery. And wow, there are some great ones! Here's my list of the best dairy-free products at the Wedge co-op: chocolate fig cake. "figs?" you might ask, thinking the dessert just headed quickly in a non-decadent direction. Yes, figs, and they are like little nuggets of yum in this rich chocolate cake. it's in the bakery deli case, and it is a fun treat to share with a friend. cupcakes. i haven't had a bad one yet. the frostings are made with Earth Balance, my favorite non-dairy butter-substitute, and they are delightfully good, with a mix of sweet and just a tad salty. coconut milk and creamer. lowfat, too! just the right thickness, and not a bit of icky soy in there. this isn't sold exclusively at the wedge, but they carry it. the coconut milk ice cream is amazing, too. daiya cheese. so far, i've only found this at the wedge and whole foods, and it's by far my favorite dairy-free cheese. gluten-free, soy-free, and it actually melts! i've been making quesadillas for the first time in 10 years with this shredded yumminess! hot entrees in the deli are clearly marked as to vegan and/or gluten-free, and there are always at least a couple/few vegan selections. sample before you order a big container, just in case. peanut butter chocolate banana smoothies. oh.my.goodness. never mind that i probably just drank an entire days' worth of calories: this is a fantastic way to shop, nursing one of these bad boys as you peruse the aisles! i also love the refund check every year. thank you, wedge, for being so awesome! tip: sneak out the back of the parking lot, through the alley, and avoid the lyndale traffic. read more

When I go to MN, I shop at the Wedge. There's always been something about it - to me - that feels like home. I especially appreciate the thorough self-serve spice section, the non-sulfured, unsweetened papaya spears in the great bulk section, the loose leaf tea blends, the sugar free selection, and the fact that I can get almost anything organic/health wise that I can find year-round in California, at the Wedge. Everyone talks about how expensive it is, but unfortunately, organic veggies and products - at this time - do cost more to grow, ship & manufacture, compared to their mass-produced sprayed and genetically modified competition. Having spent time working on an organic farm, I know the farmers are barely making a living doing this. Whole Foods is great, but places with warmth and personality such as the Wedge are rare and greatly appreciated. I will continue to make it my first stop shop in MN. read more

This is where I do all of my shopping. I am an owner. (Did you know that becoming an owner/member is not a "fee"? You're buying a share, and if you ever decide you don't want to be a member any more, you get your money back!) Their produce is tha bessss. It's pretty dicey to get organic produce from Lund's...even when it looks good, it almost never tastes as good as what the Wedge offers. They also have great shampoo/lotion/soap etc. and a great gift display near the entrance. It's pretty impressive what they manage to pack into such a small store. GREAT cheese counter! Always friendly, competent service. Everyone is so nice here, I love it. read more

I get Wedge withdrawal if I don't go enough. I love it so much I got the Wedge credit card from Spire Bank. I'm a member. I revel in my monthly discount and the special deals around the store. There's no better place to find most things for my mostly bizarre diet of vegan, gluten-free, and a lot of other things-free food. I appreciate the Wedge's penchant for bringing in new foods to try, like almond yogurt (just don't) and hemp milk. Grocery shopping is one of my favorite hobbies, but only since I started shopping here. Okay, I did have a stint as a professional grocery shopper in college, but my crazy food sensitivities really killed it for me when I tried to shop in regular grocery stores. The Wedge is incredibly friendly to all diets. Every department is extremely knowledgeable about their products and willing to educate you.. If they can't find what you're looking for, they've always got ideas for substitutes. I was looking for liquid smoke (an automatic no-no for the Wedge to sell because of the carcinogens), and they were able to suggest brewing some strong Lapsang Souchong tea instead. Brilliant! They have some of the best produce in the city when it's not farmers market season. 10 kinds of apples in the fall, tons of citrus in the winter, 3 kinds of kale daily, beets, basil a-plenty in the summer, and on and on. The bulk areas may be the best value for your money. Need a little almond flour? Want to try out coconut flour? Agave gummy bears? You can get as much or as little as you want. Same deal applies to everything from maple syrup to laundry detergent to saffron stems. Unfortunately for dairy lovers, their cheese "counter" has nothing on Seward or Linden Hills (where I worked so I am probably biased), but I think it's due to a lack of assistance vs a lack of product. There's no one nearby to give good recommendations or hand out samples. Don't forget the juice bar. Even if it's just to get ideas for your own at-home juices, it's worth a gander (and $7 for the Chartreuse smoothie in the summer). I will always regret moving from less than 2 blocks away to over 10 blocks, at least when it's not scooter season. read more

I have been in a few times, and haven't ever had a bad experience. Like most organic/specialty/co-ops, it doesn't come at a cheap price. It's just not happening people. So, that being said, this is where I go to pick up items I can't readily find elsewhere... be it something organic, or certain vegetarian/vegan items. Also, we buy orzo in bulk here, because, hey, we like orzo. I am thankful, however, that being a vegetarian is MUCH easier than when I initially became one nearly 10 years ago.... because I don't think I could afford to only shop in places such as these for everything. The environmentalist in me finds it nice that they offer an incentive if you bring and use your own bags. If you do this, I think it's something like 4 or 5 bags max per visit & they give you one little paper square per bag, and when you get 20 of those, you get a WHOLE $1.00 off your next purchase -- sarcasm aside... I am down with the whole using your own bags thing. I have some canvas ones I use a lot, to avoid the plastic ones. So, go in here expecting to pay a lot, but if you can afford it/can splurge on some things, go for it, and feel healthy doing so. Also, the parking lots are kind of a hassle. There is one that is bigger than the other, so try for that (one, seriously, has like 5 spaces in it).... just be patient, or look for something on the street if the lots get too ridiculous. read more

I used to come here when I got knee surgery and had to use an electric wheelchair. At the Seward Co Op, I came in a lot and figured out that I don't fit the weight requirements and have to add extra weight, like cans of Lacroix. The folks at Seward do it with no problem. I went to the wedge and I have the same problem using an electric wheelchair. The staff questioned my request to add extra weight, and it took three different staff and a whole lot of uncomfortability before I could finally shop. The staff overall at this location is missing the mark, even though the quality of the products themselves are on par with other co-ops in the area. read more

Nothing special trying-too-hard co-op that opened after the end of the age of real co-ops. You can pick up some vegan free-range spoon-fed gluten-free enchiladas at the deli for $50 a bite if you're up for it. It's a whole-foods style boutique with a local bulletin board. read more

The Wedge has a surprising variety of well picked groceries, including very fresh fruit and a nice place to relax outside on a summer day. People are super friendly like they enjoy working here. Bonus for lots of bike racks out front including one shaped like a cat! Absolutely no reason not to come and buy from the co-op. If you have been watching that big national lux food chain go downhill with dismay, the Wedge will brighten your day. read more

I've been a member since 1997 and have been amazed with The Wedge every time I visit. I also have memberships at Seward and Linden Hills, both great Food Coops in their own rite, but The Wedge is a hands down leader. When traveling I hold all other Food Coops to this standard and the vast majority of them are not even close to being in the same league. Prices are relative... you get what you pay for. If you compare to 'mainstream' food stores you will find that quality of the products are 1000% better and much healthier for you. There is no milk in plastic containers here! Becoming a member here has paid for itself many times over. read more

I love the Wedge, it's one of my favorite Co-Op's in the country that I have ever been too! Great selection, knowledgeable and friendly staff, amazing prepared foods, great vegan cookies, Clean store, nice bathrooms, huge parking lot! What more can you ask for! Nothing! This place is perfection in shopping! Keep up the great work Wedge! read more

The Wedge is one of the grocery stores I miss from Minneapolis. I admire the co-op arrangement where the more you spend the more you get back in a dividend at the end of the year. The food here is really yummy. There are lots of nice prepared meal choices, and the typical co-op buy in bulk options. Another perk is the aisle with all the lotions and yoga props and essential oils and teas. Just walking through that aisle is like a mini relaxing experience. read more

As a vegetarian I truly appreciated the variety at the Wedge. Yes, it's pricy, but when you're trying to focus on regionally grown organic food, that's what you should expect! The bakery is fantastic and the variety is top notch. The parking can be tricky but there is an okay sized lot. The hemp bread is a personal favorite of mine (high protein, very high fiber)! read more

I love their "buy organic and local" philosophy. Coming from someone who's parent's run a farmer's market, the produce is good. Much better than your run of the mill grocery store. I have fun shopping here, and feel good about the products I endorse by purchasing. And it's just a few blocks away from my home. The baked goods section needs work. It'd be great if they good expand, even just a little. I love the 90 cent re-usable bags. They have all the vegetarian products I need or could think of (frozen and not frozen). After many months of testing, I've found the perfect chips and salsa combination. Try this: The Green Mountain Gringo Tortilla Strips (organic white corn) with the salsa made in-house (against the back wall, refrigerated). read more

Not what it used to be, but okay. We spent $100 on 2 bags of groceries that lasted one person 4 days. Expensive! Although the selection was not great for some items, we were able to put together a basic menu of mostly organic and fresh food. Nice, knowledgeable staff helped ease the pain in the wallet. read more

I love my local co-op! Sure, prices are higher than your conventional grocery store but you're getting what you pay for. I hear complaints that some produce items run out or are inconsistent, do you realize that the majority of the produce came from local farms? Who doesn't want to eat local, delicious produce?! Another plus is the meat is also local, and the name of the farm is also given. There is no having to read labels with high scrutiny to ensure what you're eating is cruelty free unlike conventional grocery stores. They've recently remodeled and oh my god! Check out the cheese station, it's a sight to behold. Don't be intimidated by bulk tea, grains, spices it is the best and most cost effective way to get your spices for anything you may need. So if you're like me and care about the quality and sustainability of the food you eat, you'll love The Wedge! (Plus everyone there is super nice!) read more

My husband and I have seen many changes to the Wedge over the years. He remembers it's first hole-in-the-wall location when it was on Franklin Av in the 1970s. I remember it in the 80s at a different site on Lyndale Av. We have a long history with the Wedge and before it's latest update we were very mindful to buy ALL our food and household items there because of the annual membership dividend was very significant. We even purchased our paper products and cleaning products there exclusively for the belief in what co-ops stood for. Since the redesign a couple of years ago which lasted about a year, we have drastically reduced our visits and purchases because my husband is very into cooking and part of the update was a swap of reducing 30% of their variety of products for in door seating. Yes, this is what the customers said they would want in an update BUT people were not giving an informed choice by telling them the variety of stock would go down 30% or more! We used to get everything we needed at the Wedge and now that we can't, there's no motivation to exclusively shop there. Our spending has dropped 90% since the update. I added a photo of small organic scallions for $3.99 at the Wedge and large organic scallions at Whole Foods for $1.49 so you decide what is a better deal! read more