City Market Onion River
82 S Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401
City Market Onion River Menu
Sorry, We are updating this restaurant menu details.
Visit below restaurant in Burlington for healthy meals suggestion.
Visit below restaurant in Burlington for healthy meals suggestion.
Sorry, We are updating this restaurant cholesterol menu details.
Sorry, we don't have Q&A for this restaurant.
Sorry, No Coupons available for this restaurant.
-
Address :
82 S Winooski Ave
Burlington, VT, 05401 - Phone (802) 861-9700
- Website https://www.citymarket.coop
- Click To Get Directions
Opening Hours
- Mon :7:00 am - 11:00pm
Specialities
- Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
WE SERVE THE FOLLOWING STATES
Looky Weed - Buy Marijuana Online
Looky Weed is here to help you navigate the maze of legalized marijuana. We provide you with a complete dispensary directory.
Sevann H.
Great little co-op alternative to Whole Foods. Huge bulk food item selection including seaweed powder which you can almost never find at the regular grocery store. Don't worry if you're gluten-free or vegan you won't be left out because they have items including bakery items to make you happy too. They also have a hot/cold food bar section and a sandwich line that seemed pretty popular. They have seating in front of the store so you can enjoy your goodies.
(4)Andrea A.
The prices are lower than other independent natural foods stores I have experience with. More like Whole Foods but with an indie, friendly vibe. Very good (if a bit crowded) bulk selection, especially good for just getting a few spoonfuls of a spice or herb for a particular recipe. They have coffee, peanut butter, and grains in bulk too. I like that their produce and bread/baked goods are almost always local, and that they tell you where everything is from. Nice fish and seafood selection, plus meat and cheese with a sandwich bar and a hot bar. I tried a big salad today on a reusable plate and enjoyed it in the small dining area past the registers. They'll also be my source for a lot of Japanese staples like nori, toasted sesame oil, and miso paste, which are not among Central Market/Taste of Asia's groceries. Close to home, with a solid selection and fair prices given the quality of each item. I'll shop here often.
(4)Lillie Z.
Whole Foods produce at trader joe prices, yea organic market zen dried goods and bottled products, with a Safeway slapped to its side. Get a membership! Volunteer 4 hrs a month and get 12% off of already decently priced goods! Favs: LOCAL KOBUCHA ON TAP!!! Bottle of your self! Mix the flavors! Bring your own refill bottle to save on cost! Almost all options are organically sourced. $2.50 for a 16 oz + $1 for the glass bottle. LOCAL MADE JALAPEÑO CHIPS!!!! $3.99. Absurdly delicious and numbingly spicy, I can't even fathom why anybody would want any other type of chip ever. But if you do, the selection is decent. Well stocked dried good/grains section with make your own peanut butter, almond butter, etc. stations. Comes with a hot bar, salad bar, sandwich shop, charcuterie and cheese display, coffee shop, and loaded wine and beer aisles, and pastries/locally in store made pastries. Great mix of conventional and organic, locally sourced, products. I think the prices are quite reasonable considering they're basically the only game in town and could charge an arm and a leg if they so chose.
(5)Katherine L.
Super cute co-op with tons of produce and bread. The other food is not so exciting to me, but the amazing selection of fresh fruits and vegetables made me very happy. They have non-organic and organic, so, pick your preference. Everything looked fresh, as reinforced by constant attention from the staff to restock, followed quickly by patrons picking up more produce. Berries, stone fruits, leafy greens, root vegetables- tons of good stuff! After the produce, meet face to face with an unbelievable bulk selection for just about anything you have ever seen at any food store's bulk section. I literally did a double take. Wow. The store was bustling! Choices also abound for processed and packaged foods, and there were plenty of items at the bar. Most of it was cooked, and it was a good selection for palates of many predilections. Some items looked more popular than others, noted by the almost empty trays! Prices were fair for a small store, and staff seemed friendly despite being so busy! There was plenty of indoor and some outdoor seating to gnosh on whatever you felt like eating. Parking lot and bike rack, but pretty convenient whatever way since it's in the main downtown area.
(4)Xander S.
Gluten free bread(preference) at sandwich bar, coffee is ok, overall very good to great selection. Brattleboro coop similar but not as friendly but better food. Park Slope coop cheaper but not as good. Ellwood Thompson in Richmond is overall best, even though it is smallest. Newer built Whole Foods markets are still pretty hard to beat except corporate yuck.
(5)Joshua R.
Smug, arrogant staff + high prices + difficulty parking + overcroded aisles = shop elsewhere. Plenty of other excellent choices in the area.
(2)Kelly M.
Best place around to get local, fresh, cost effective everything! Huge selection of produce, bulk items, meat, dairy and ready made. Great place to grab a quick lunch or pick up everything you need for a new recipe. I stop in at least once a week. They have a huge selection of grab and go along with a hot bar, cold bar and sandwich station. 12 flavor gummy bears in the bulk section are insane! A must try, even if you just sneak a few ;)
(5)Molly F.
I really like the idea of the place. If they would allow about half the amount of people in at a time, it would be darn close to perfect. To get to perfect, by the way, they'd have to screen out the self-absorbed customers with no sense of personal space who may or may not be trustafarians. Same with some of the help. As it stands now, this place is swarming with smarmy not-quite hipsters. A person cannot peruse a section at all without being run over, pushed out of another's way, or creating a small traffic jam. It is simply an unenjoyable experience to even set foot in here let alone try to negotiate the parking lot. On an aside, yes, I do want a bag. I'd rather not gather up the items I purchased in my arms like I'm transporting laundry to the dryer. I didn't ask for the bag to be made out of baby seal or endangered albino rhino skin. I will reuse/recycle the bags I use responsibly. Please save your thinly veiled disgust over my need for a bag for those that litter at the next Phish concert and apply your feigned concern for the environment to the clothes you are wearing which were made by children in China.
(2)Ben K.
Great food co-op right near downtown Burlngton! Great pre-made food selection, beer selction, cheese + antipasto.
(4)Rachel H.
I love my co-op! The produce at City Market is amazing. I briefly left Burlington for the fertile grounds of California's Central Valley & was SO missing my City Market produce. The bulk selection is impressive, though not always super economical. I can't say enough about the availability of amazing fresh breads, cheeses, beer... The parking lot is often busy/tough to maneuver, but there is usually a parking attendant out during the busiest times to ease the flow. City Market also offers a ton of bike parking and has installed a bike pump to make it even easier to ride rather than drive. The staff is usually friendly and efficient. The hot bar/soup/salad bar has an excellent selection for lunch/dinner. The deli counter lets you customize your sandwiches to meet your every desire, and the coffee bar is my favorite spot in town.
(4)Mari S.
Great bulk selection of coffee and tea, nice cheese section, good selection of bakery items and very nice employees. We regularly make the trip from Montreal at least once a month to buy our groceries. Sometimes items are a bit more in price than a grocery store, but many items come from small local local companies and farms. Overall our favorite place for groceries in Burlington.
(4)Ben T.
Great sandwiches with fresh ingredients for a reasonable price. I only stopped for lunch and coffee, but I was very happy with both. All staff I interacted with were quite friendly and helpful. Got the feeling while I was there that this is the grocery store of choice for the Burlington community. It was recommended to me by a friend who lives in the area, and I ran into my aunt in the checkout line!
(5)Cassandra B.
What a wonderful food co-op! I visited for a few days and visited the store several times to load up on groceries, snacks for hiking, and snacks for the road. I especially loved their bulk section, the local section for produce, and their take-out area with samosas, egg rolls, and mini quiche-like items. Great vegan options as well!
(5)Ashling M.
We are visiting the Burlington area and stopped in here for lunch. The half sandwiches were huge and surprisingly well priced. For three people, we got three (big) half sandwiches, three drinks, two bags of chips, and one small thing of chicken salad for $23. Being from the NY metro area, that is practically unheard of. The groceries did seem to be priced a bit high but I haven't shopped here for regular items so I can't really say either way. Once you get your food (they have a big hot food selection too), you can take it to a sitting area at the front of the store and eat there. All in all, good experience. A good amount of good food for a good price.
(4)Jack E.
Reading one of the other reviews and its response from the business made me laugh, because it implies, nay makes explicit, I'm an owner here. That being said, and me being awesome, I can only say good things (that must be how they get you [smirk]). Aside from how crowded it can get at times, the occasionally moody employee, and some of the prices (which aren't necessarily uncommon for a health store, but are generally high, and obnoxiously high on select items - you'll pay half the price on Quaker oatmeal elsewhere as an example, not that you should buy that crap), this place is pretty legit, and probably my favorite grocery experience in town.
(3)Karen S.
I wish there were a store like this closer to home. It's like Whole Foods, but better. The bulk food and produce sections were great and the hot food selection was ridiculous. They have tables and chairs set up inside and outside so you can sit down and enjoy the prepared food you bought. The staff was super friendly. While the store was busy, it wasn't overwhelming. Definitely worth a stop.
(4)Kate C.
City Market is where I do most of my shopping. I love the place, they have a fantastic produce section and have lots of other great options throughout the store. What prompted me to finally write a review is because of the sandwich staff. Every time I get a sandwich there (which is pretty frequently - they're inexpensive, filling and delicious) - I'm struck by the friendliness and patience of the sandwich makers. They listen and move quickly. And really, the rest of the staff at the Co-op are equally as pleasant and nice. Keep up the great work!
(5)Bean B.
I love the hot bar because you can have a warm breakfast, lunch or dinner without the fuss of a restaurant. There are lots of vegan options. The grocery has a wide variety of food options and a large bulk section. I always buy more than I need but I'm always happy. The beer/wine section is awesome but the Heady Topper is difficult to obtain but when HT is sold out, there are still many worthy options.
(5)Casey Ann S.
Amazing fresh food. Local, organic, and sustainable. Join as a member to support your community!
(5)Bryan S.
I never really give 5 star reviews, and this place was super close to getting one from me! I was eating at their lunch bar not too long ago and found a small piece of black plastic in my soup. I brought it to customer service's attention and was immediately given my food for free as well as a volume of apologizes. the head cook over there personally came to talk to me about it and helped resolve the issue professionally and explained what had happened. I was hesitant to give 5 stars because of this... but honestly. Mistakes happen. It's how you bounce back from them that really sets the experience. They bent over backwards to make sure I was more than satisfied!!! This Co-Op strives for greatness in it's community and it doing a heck of a job. The hot bar is great. the people are friendly and communicative. Selection is tops. Sushi is a solid 4/5 (the wasabi is a little weak for me). The Coffee is fresh for most of the day. Sometimes it lacks. I'd like to see a little more mix up in that department. Seems like I always see the same blends every morning. Even gas stations mix it up every so often. I'd like to add that by being a member. You gain access to their Reverse Osmosis water! It's really the only water I've been drinking for years now. Clean Clean CLEAN! No flouride or other non-sensical additives. They would receive a full 5 star review if I saw a little more mix up in the bakery/coffee and other departments. After years and years of frequenting this place I still see the same old things, which are excellent still!
(4)Bill M.
Hit or miss with breakfast. I like the sandwiches if they are fresh, but they are sometimes steamed into oblivion, on the steam table to go area..and very hard bread..if you can get it made fresh there take that, its much better..seems to always have new people working that have no clue if you ask a question.
(3)Rachel N.
Are you kidding me? How does City Market have any rating less than 5 stars? You effing Vermonters are too spoiled with all of your delicious hippy food -- was in Burlington again this weekend visiting my darling Emily, who has raved abt CM to me for weeks -- I was like, whatever, I lived in Berkeley, try to impress me -- and then I went and OMFG OMFG, City Market is UNREAL. Fantastic bulk foods sections (a billion types of grains, dried fruits, "healthy" candy, legumes, coffees), gorgeous selection of fresh produce, and HOLY SHIZZ, that salad bar. FABULOUS tofu options, deliciously hearty oatmeal in the mornings, and a ton of tasty beakie sandwiches for the AM hunger pains. Oh, and the seafood counter is fresh and reasonable. Yes, it's a bit pricy, but the quality and selection unreal -- I demanded we go twice in 12 hours so that I could stock up before returning to the food desert that is Boston. Bestill my heart, Burlington. You continue to woo me with treats like this and you be careful, I will move here.
(5)Morgan L.
HOLY SMOKES. I used to live in Burlington many moons ago and went here on occasion for an item or two and my bi-weekly dose of yuppie paradise. It wasn't HALF as crowded as it seems now. I popped in Saturday mid-day to pick up a couple of items for a party I was on my way to. If I wasn't desperate and already late, I would have left. Parking is an absolute nightmare and the store is SO crowded, the whole time I felt like I was moving in a herd of cattle. Two stars for a nice selection of beer and wine but all the alcohol in the world won't bring me back anytime soon. And I totally second Ben L's comment of feeling shame for not bringing a bag. Last I checked, juggling wasn't in my list of specialties....
(2)Alice E.
Who doesn't like a "crunchy" coop- this one isn't cheap, has some great local brands and great condiments for the taking in the sitting area. It reminded me of a whole foods. I enjoyed the prepared foods, local products and the bulk options.
(4)Craig D.
City Market has a solid selection of co-op style natural foods (healthy, hippie, organic... whatever your pleasure). Unfortunately, it is SUPER cramped, to the point that I wanted to just be out of there. It is not a pleasant store to shop. Even if you aren't agoraphobic like the reviewer Chicky W., you may develop short-term agoraphobia when shopping at City Market. There were a number of local Vermont beverages and food items, which is a definite plus, and the prepared food is tasty as well. Every time I parked my little cart out of the way to go peruse the area, I'd turn around within seconds to find it in someone's way. Every single time :/ Parking is available, but the lot is often full - just be ready to circle the block once or twice. Even with the overcrowded environment, they offer a decent food and product selection at standard co-op prices (20-100% higher than prices at conventional markets), which is to be expected. The food/grocery items here are of better quality and better variety than you'll find at pretty much any chain supermarket. (There's a reason it's always so busy!) UPDATE 10/9/2013: Allison W. from City Market responded below with improvements made to the shopping experience, and it will be great to see what they will be able to do with the existing space. When they're able to fully resolve the space issue, that would definitely make this a 5-Star business!
(4)Cara S.
4 words: WORM IN MY SUSHI!!! No lie or exaggeration. Went there today for a quick bite of sushi, and sat down to eat. AFTER I finished I discovered a one inch long, fat, green worm - alive!! Almost lost it right there. Took the container - and worm - over to "customer service" and showed it to the young guy there. He just looked at me, almost pissed - like it was my fault! - and said "There's no way to tell how that got there." No apology, nothing. Finally he refunded my money (rather sullenly), but still acting as if I had ruined HIS day instead of the other way around!! "Customer Service"? Ummm...no. Absolutely none. I've always liked City Market, have gotten lunches from there for a long time (though I find their potentially gluten free items are often contaminated). I don't feel so safe eating from there anymore. And I DEFINITELY won't be eating any more of their sushi. Would you??
(1)Maree O.
My favorite grocery store/co-op of all time. This place is magical. They have great deals, amazing community outreach opportunities, and obviously, fantastic local food and drinks. Don't visit Burlington without going here, and most of all, don't you dare live in Burlington without becoming a member of the co-op!!
(5)Ben L.
This is my neighborhood market and I quite enjoy it. Nice selection for a smaller market, though they do occasionally have things missing that I think are odd: not much of a meat department; cheese selection is strangely limited and sometimes way way way over-priced ($12 for halloumi... really?), and their milk is often past due date. Service model could use a bit of a touch up as well. When I don't bring enough of my own shopping bags I sometimes feel judged asking for a plastic bag. Very often they over-pack the bags, making it hard for me to walk home with my groceries. I've also had a BUNCH of times where they over-charged me (marking a quart of milk as a half gallon, charging me organic prices for non-organic produce, so on and so forth.) Actually, as I wrote this, I reduced it star by star down to 2. I mean, I really like the bulk section and some of the produce, in comparison to Healthy Living it is affordable, and in comparison to the larger chains around the area it has more character. All those positives don't make up for the bizarre (randomly outrageous) prices, the fact that they have me captive and (so I've heard) discourage the city from allowing competition downtown, and the fact that I've had vastly more negative service experiences and mistakes than I've had positive; though there have been a couple really good service experiences as well. Yeah, I'm conflicted. I want to support a cooperative, but I also want the cooperative to stand on its own as a superior organization and not just rely on my sense of consumer ethic and zip code to win out in the market.
(2)parker m.
I love City Market. Sure it can be a total cluster F but if you can deal with that they have a truly awesome produce section, and an amazing wine selection, plus I think they make the best sandwiches in town. The prepared foods are decent too, the sushi is the best supermarket sushi around and their prices are fair (not exactly Price Chopper but much better than Healthy Living!) They really make the best of their limited space and all the freaks make for great people watching! Unfortunately their beer prices are way too high though...
(5)Jerry G.
Pretty good selection in produce and their hot food and deli is outstanding. Only complaint i have with their stock is that they sell foods that you can get anywhere, and bad foods too, like kraft mac n cheese and oscar meyer meats. They could use that room for more healthy foods. Worst part of this store are the people that shop there. Prepare for a nightmare in the parking lot and extremely rude customers in the store. It's like common courtesy stays at the door when people walk in. I avoid shopping here as much as possible for that reason alone.
(2)Son V.
local. hippie. organic. flax seed. granola. this place is basically an episode of portlandia in building form. when you live out of a hotel for three weeks, eating out gets boring. but this little market made it bearable. the hot food deli charges by the pound and was pretty good and affordable for a quick meal. good place to stock up on bulk stuff. energy cubes.
(5)Sarah M.
The best damn chicken pesto sammie in town-- I live for those things! It is really cool that City Market has a complete prepared foods section full of delicious options like sandwiches, salads, and hot/cold buffet items. I work a half-block away, and City Market makes my lunch break fun, inexpensive, and healthy. The grocery market is somewhat pricey, but that's what you get when you shop at a co-op where the overwhelming majority of items are organic/all-natural/local/the like. In exchange for the slightly steeper pricetag, you get an insane selection of healthy foods and an AMAZING bulk section filled with snacks, pasta, spices, and baking needs. I do most of my grocery shopping at Hannaford, but I come to City Market for their amazing sandwiches, outstanding produce selection, and bulk items (I especially like to stock up on granola here). The only people who do heavy-duty grocery shopping here are the college kids who can't get to/don't yet know of anywhere else to shop, and the wealthy suburbanites who can actually afford to do ALL of their shopping here. I envy them! City Market is in many ways the center of Burlington. Even if you're just coming to town for a day or two, I recommend stopping in-- you'll have fun here.
(5)Courtney H.
This store is great and I do all my shopping here. I have no complaints (ok so sometimes the parking lot is overwhelming, but I never have to circle around to find a spot when I drive) and the customer service has never disappointed me. It is interesting to me when people say the store is expensive because 1. They offer great prices on local organic food 2. Buy bulk! 3. As a member you can complete member hours for a discount and get a yearly check back based on what you spend. Yes you could spend .99 cents on food at Price Chopper and take home a million unnecessary plastic bags and spend the money you save on groceries on medication due to poor health from eating cheap food. The money you spend on food = the money you spend on health. Real food costs real money (although I don't find it overpriced). Support local and eat healthy... City Market does way more good than bad in our community!
(5)Danny F.
*This is for Deli* Always have a great fresh tasting sandwich whenever I go here. The drawback is that it can take forever to get it, the sandwich makers seem like they like they drag their feet a little despite having a line, and that it's also a little expensive. However, props to the place for being very flexible in how the sandwich is made.
(4)Nancy K.
I flew into Burlington Tuesday around 3:30 and was picked up by a good friend of mine who lives in Bennington. I was only there for a short time and my friend decided it was high time I visit City Market. I haven't been to Burlington in years, but whenever I've visited I've only ever eaten on Church Street. CM reminds me a great deal of the type of places I shop in Ann Arbor - lots of local, organic, socially aware products. There were some corporate brands (I was kind of surprised to see Coke) but the number of local products made it better. Also, the huge selection of ready-made meals, the hot bar, and the sandwiches make this a fantastic stop. Because we were looking for a quiet night in, just chilling at our hotel, we picked up some things to go. My friend got a vegetable sandwich - large, and while she intended to eat only half she couldn't stop (so good!) and ate nearly the whole thing. She also got a vegetable samosa. I picked up a ready-made meal by Samosa man (African Chick Peas and rice) and spicy samosa. Delicious! The staff was courteous and helpful and the location can't be better. A little cramped, but I imagine real estate is a tad pricey in the neighborhood. Will definitely be back the next time I'm in town!
(4)Liz S.
I really like the meat department and the great selection, but I was not impressed when the cashier had to "remind" me that the meat I was buying used to be a living animal. Seriously? If the cashier has such a problem with it, then they should work somewhere that doesn't sell meat or keep it to themselves.
(2)Alicia D.
I would give it three stars because it rivals Whole Foods(whole paycheck) with its prices, but it gets an extra star for having cheap, delicious sushi rolls starting around $4- great quick lunch! It certainly has a smaller selection than a regular grocery store, but some of the prepared food is really quite great and inexpensive. I know I can always stop in and get something fresh and delicious, but if I'm trying to shop for kitchen staples or keep the wallet full between paychecks, I'd probably head to Hannaford.
(4)Stavros M.
This place drives me crazy every time I go inside; it's ridiculously small and awkward with very little selection. The only reason I ever go is because the deli has great sandwiches and wraps for $6, compared to any other sandwich in downtown Burlington, it's a bargain. As car as a grocery store goes, Healthy Living is vastly superior. Now if only we could get Trader Dukes to open in VT :(
(2)Rachel L.
I shop here for most of my grocery, and I'm generally content, although I feel City Market could take some pointers from Hunger Mountain in Montpelier when it comes to the prepared foods and sandwich section. The things i like most about City Market: I like its downtown location. Awesome breakfast sandwiches both meat and veggie! Very affordable bulk section that is well organized and has a great selection. Meticulously groomed produce section and its array of locally grown/organic/conventional produce. I love that its a Co-op and all members receive10% of their annual spending back. The staff is great. Everyone is always smiling and in high spirits. I don't mind the clustered check out process because the staff is so friendly. The "staff favorite" suggestions posted thru out the store. I find them very helpful, especially in the wine department. I feel there is room for improvement in these areas: The lack of variety in pre-made sandwiches. The uninspired sandwich choices at the made to order counter. The predictable options on the hot and cold buffet. Its as predictable as an elementary school lunch calendar. (Except the soups. Good variety with the soups) The total lack of jerky! THIS GIRL LOVES HER ORGANIC JERKY! Where you hidin' it??? Big bags please, not just the tiny ones. Also smoked mussels would be awesome too. The parking lot is a bit tight. If that's a problem City Market is directly across from the Cherry St. parking lot which offers 2 hours of free parking. Overall good value for healthy food. Unlike Healthy Living where one needs a second mortgage to pay the grocery bill!
(3)Chris C.
I want to like this store, but every time I go I seem to like it less which is not a good sign. Its always overcrowded (both inside and in the parking lot) and the selection is really amazing in some areas, but downright bad in others. So other than the great produce, dry goods, bakery and cheese sections I don't think this store is worth shopping in.
(3)Brian H.
The food/deli/bakery counters along with the great produce are the reasons to really come here. Otherwise, it tends to be a crowded aisle bouncer that just takes a lot of money out of your pocket for groceries. I almost always feel claustrophobic when I try to actually shop in here. I think, most of the time, the staff and patrons are friendly. But I do agree there is an undertone of stuffy, higher-than-all, co-op hippie/hipster attitude going on here from time to time. I don't let it get in my way of getting great hot food, sandwiches, fresh veggies and produce. Worth it, try it. Also, their home-grown coffee is not all that great. I'll stick with Green Mountain.
(3)Echo W.
This market is such a good place to visit. It has amazing selection of produce and bulk foods. We went there to get Gerard Rubaud's bread but we went in the wrong day. However, we enjoyed walking around the store and checking out the offerings. When you are in the store, you feel like you are in this wonderful community of Burlington.
(5)Christopher I.
Best Grocery Store I've ever been in! BEST PARTS: 1- HUGE BULK Section 2- Craft Beer Section 3- Kombucha on Tap! 4- Hot and Cold food bar, fresh pickles, sandwich bar, juices, cookies, etc. 5- Massive variety 6- SUPER FRIENDLY. GO GO GO GO GO.
(5)Dallas A.
I am deeply in love with City Market and I am deeply in hate with City Market. I'll start with the hate: the parking lot and crowded aisles make my heart palpitate. I've almost been hit in the parking lot with cars backing out and the incoming traffic back up can be horrendous. That said, I've learned it's all about timing with City Market. I try to avoid coming here if it's during the typical busy times. (which is....all the time?) I love: I LOVE coming here first thing in the morning. Before work. Which is rare for me but when I'm able to, it's great. They have grab and go breakfast sandwiches and super fresh delicious coffee. I can stop and grab a kombucha and snacks for work. City Market has a fantastic wine and beer selection... awesome veggies... generally everything I want to buy for special recipes or baking projects. Staff is always helpful and friendly. I just wish I enjoyed coming here within a normal day's schedule.
(3)Kim K.
Very much like Whole Foods. This place is vast, they have a grocery, deli, and hot food bar. The staff is nice and the prices are right. Conveniently located, we grabbed some fruit and sandwich stuff and had ourselves a little picnic on the shores of Lake Champlain. Awesome.
(5)Michel F. L.
April 25th, 2013: ramps are in!
(4)Colleen M.
City Market is like Burlington's version of a Whole Foods, except a whole lot better. The produce always looks insanely fresh, and the local items are always out on display. I usually go for the prepared food, which is generally pretty delicious. The great thing is that you can actual sample the dishes before you buy, something Whole Foods should seriously consider! The sushi is actually pretty good for grocery store sushi. It is also VERY vegan-friendly, almost a little too much for me, but it certainly fits the area. And yea, the crowds are annoying, but I think it's worth fighting crowds for fresh, delicious, and healthy food.
(5)K. Brooke Z.
When I lived in Burlington I couldn't imagine a week without city market. Ever time I visit VT I have to stop in and stock up! I wasn't used to a market with prepared food ready to eat. It took me a few months to warm up to the idea-but now I'm addicted. I get to pick up my groceries AND lunch grub at the same time. The hot food bar always has something delicious. When they had the BBQ Seitan, my face melted with how good it tasted. Baglewiches always make my day their with the kick@$$ pesto. Definitely a place to eat.
(5)Elda L.
Picking up some maple syzurp. The produce is expensive. It's as costly as whole foods, but somehow feels a lot more hipster.
(3)Angie C.
I like City Market, and love how it's only about a 5 minute walk or 1 minute drive from my apartment. Pluses: Hot food and made to order sandwich bar- the blue plate special which is a meatloaf sandwich is amaaaaazing. Minuses: pricey, crowded and sometimes disorganized. I often find myself having to hit another grocery store for what feels like a basic product, which is frustrating.
(3)Nick K.
I shop at City Market a lot and I do like it. the reason for the 3 stars is that it is just way too expensive. If it was a little cheaper, I'd give 4 stars because on quality and selection I think that's what City Market deserves. This is my favorite place for lunch or dinner on the go. The deli makes really great sandwiches and they're not too expensive. There is also a great hot and cold buffet/salad bar that is always really good. Just make sure to get there before 8pm because they start packing that stuff up at 7.59! Also really great are the vegan dumplings in the cooler near the ready-to-go wraps. They're really yummy and surprisingly cheap :)
(3)Lindsay L.
Stopped by with my sister who is a member here. We don't have co-ops in Florida, so I was intrigued with the idea. The store was clean and had a great selection. We got some cheese and veggies for dinner that were all phenomenal. I did notice that the price were kind of high (six dollars for a box of cereal?) but I don't know if that's because it was a co-op or because it was in "the city". All in all, if I lived here, I would shop here.
(4)Kimberlee M.
I love shopping here and wish for two things: a. Prices would be a bit lower b. The parking wouldn't near kill me For real tho' as someone who has had a membership at a co-op for over a decade both here and in Madison, WI the prices are reasonable for what you are getting i.e. local/organic. However, the parking lot is a mess and really...I feel like a champion every time I get out with out a scratch or dent...or just being afraid!!! Hint: the have the best breakfast sandwiches and they are like 3.99. I love mine with a Montreal Spice Myers bagel...yum! Hint: shop the sales!
(4)Kel S.
This place rocks! From the homemade peanut butter (made by me!) and loose organic dog food I brought home to my pup, to the green, yes, I said green eggs which came from free range hens named Eunice (there were also white and brown eggs for the more traditional consumer). The wine and beer selection was great -- and there were so many local options, including some fantastic goat cheese and a french baguette... and many other goodies too plentiful to name. I felt like I had entered another country where organically grown is not an option and the prices were quite reasonable. The staff was very friendly. Wish we had a coop this cool near me!
(4)Kaaren D.
The set up of this store made me and my companion claustrophobic. The aisles are so close together, you can't comfortably look at the shelves, or search for what you want to buy. That said, we were able to find some wonderful Artisan cheeses very locally produced, but that was in spite of the person trying to help us out. She even suggested that if the cheese wasn't marked as to milk source (cow, goat or sheep), we should assume it was cow. What??? One of our best finds was Morello Cherry conserve from Canada that was on sale. And I got a piece of gluten free carrot cake that was awesome. In addition, I got some gluten free English muffins I would love to find locally. They were light, and so good with the Cherry preserves. I'm getting hungry all over again thinking about all the good food.
(3)Rob W.
Excellent little grocery store! Lots of great local treats!
(5)Andrew R.
Great selection of natural/local/organic foods, but often the prices aren't the best in town (one product I like is 5 dollars a box here, while the EXACT SAME PRODUCT, brand and all, is 3 dollars at Hannafords). Best to shop around for frequent purchases. Also, unresponsive customer service.
(4)tamera f.
Have noticed that my regular lunch of a Chef's Salad has been getting more and more un-fresh, but today, when I found not one but -3- bugs among the slimy wilted lettuce - well, let's just say my regular lunch will be going elsewhere. Yikes.
(1)Brian C.
One of the best sandwiches in the area. Hand made with seemingly fresh ingredients that I imagine are good quality. I like that they have a lot of organic, local, and off the beaten path foods there. If you get some food there, they have a seating area with utensils etc. Pro tip: They have free water and cups in the seating area. Parking can be a little sketchy as it is the only grocery store downtown and is super popular. Would go again and recommend to others.
(4)Ronie B.
This place has all sorts of goodies. i always find unusual food there in the buffet, but it is still real good. The staff is friendly and nice.
(5)Paul S.
Expensive but 10%Discount for Disabled.
(3)Tim F.
Quite a cool concept. Much like a Whole Foods, this place offers organic goods, but with a better integration of local growers into the process. Quality of the food products are terrific. The prepared food bar is a real treat. I have read some reviews indicating that the prices are higher,but I did not necessarily find this to be true.
(4)Tony D.
A truly awesome grocery store, with great selection and quality and a really helpful staff. Plus they're a huge supporter of local food and farms. Prices are very reasonable, totally comparable with other big grocery stores, much cheaper than convenience stores.
(5)John S.
Think of this place as a beefed up version of a Whole Foods, with slightly better prices. The store's philosophies on what honest food is and what it should cost is very clearly spelled out on the shelves and in the cases. If I lived in Burlington, I'd do all my shopping there.
(5)Joseph P.
Got to luv City Mark-up. If you are looking for the only Co-op in B-Town, go, if you are in a crunch and have a budget. Don't. They rip you off. But if you need some ultra organic crunchy love the earth experience. Shop there.
(2)Quinn S.
The lone dissenter, but I pretty much hate this place. I shop there regularly, but it's an exercise in self-loathing. Let me tell you why. When the price chopper across the street went out of business and the police station moved to North Ave, there was a public discussion about what sort of grocery store should move in. The options were a big corporate chain store or the little co-op down the road that was looking to expand. I loved that little co-op and shopped there all the time. I was excited to see them grow. The major argument against it was that the price of gourmet and organic foods exclude the majority of people living in the downtown area from shopping there. In order to get the bid, the co-op promised to have all of the common foods that any chain store would have at comparable prices. Bullshit! The items that they do carry are still more expensive and always out of stock. Go in looking for a $.99 can of frozen orange juice. I've never seen one, although there is usually an empty space reserved in the freezer section. Maybe that is a meaningless example, but I think it's indicative of bigger issues. I love that this place exists, but when it is the only store within walking distance of a huge section of the population who can't afford a car to drive to Hannafords, I just feel like it's a hypocritical statement from a place that claims to be so socially conscious.
(1)Juju J.
Wow, this place was awesome, like a playground for health food addicts or wannabes. It definitely wasn't cheap but it was fun to explore the aisles. I was surpised how large it was considering it's a co-op. I loved the bulk area, which not only included the many options of grains, nuts, candies, etc, but also honey, maple syrup and nut butters. Their produce section was vibrant and was having a food orgy in my mouth with their hot and cold salad bar. Definitely not as big as Whole Foods, but thought the selection and recipes they used to make some of the dishes were delicious. Hello, how do I make tofu and broccoli salad like that? Next time I'm in town I would pick up some goods from here, including stuff from their salad bar, and take it down by the lake and have a picnic.
(5)Paul H.
I have to imagine that this is much like the first Whole Foods (in Austin) was back in the day. Interesting set up of both organic and traditional groceries. Even better is the selection of Vermont products. Yum - good beer, cheese, and chocolate. Maybe this isn't the perfect store for locals (as the prices are on the higher side) but if you're looking for high-end items, organics, or locally produced, small-batch items...or if you're just an out of towner looking for a good snack...this is a great place to check out.
(4)Steve M.
The best place to shop for top quality local and organic food in Burlington. I've been shopping here and stopping in almost on a daily basis because of their freshness and selection. They really cannot be beat. The prepared foods are always delicious and prepared well and their soups are worth a visit in itself.
(5)C M.
Pricy-gourmet grocery store. Great for finding the herbs and spices you need to make that exotic dish. Yummy prepared foods bar.
(4)Kelly G.
I used to live literally behind the city market. I spent that year going to the CM almost every day. I love that I always run into people I know, it's full of hotties (and I'm talking about the ladies), they have the best cider donuts in the fall, the produce selection is rad (they even carry weird things like lemongrass), they have lava lamps indicating which aisle is open, the floor plan makes sense, they carry both conventional and organic goods, the pricing isn't too too high, you can usually find parking, you can charge your electric car, they have an enormous bike rack, they have tables outside, they have big gardens (rather than over manicured landscape beds), they do food festivals, the deli has neat little snacks, the hot food in the bar is always soooo good, they carry lots of good beer, they're always open until 11 and it's clean and bright inside. Things that leave something to be desired-- the wine selection....and the number of ex girlfriends I invariably run into while there.
(5)Aimee D.
We've shopped here for years but didn't become members until only a few years ago..... don't know why as being a member definitely has its perks. Although I do wish we had a Whole Foods in VT (shame on me, I know), this is the next-best-thing. I know a lot of people complain about them being pricey, but they're much better than Healthy Living in SB and for being a co-op the prices aren't that bad. We get all of our water from them as they have reverse-osmosis water which is free to members. Their hot foods bar is excellent and fresh. They also serve the best fresh pickles!
(4)Pat D.
I hope they are bought out and replaced by a Whole Foods (I can barely stand Whole Foods). That is how disappointed I am in City Mark-Up. Poor customer service, actually RUDE customer service. Over priced. It is a sin to make the pedestrian lower class of Burlington all but reliant on this den of serpents. I urge you to go to Shaw's or Price Chopper.
(1)Jack R.
This is an updated review. Since my first review about a year ago, things seem to have greatly improved at the City Market Onion River Co-Op. The Deli counter, which used to be run by a rather grump group of people is now quite a nice experience. I'm not sure what caused the change, but what I do know is that the group of young, 20- to 30-year-old guys who work there now are great! The produce section seems to have fewer problems with spoiled products too. Big improvements!
(4)Jim R.
The cooler full of freshly made sushi selections is worth the visit alone. I usually get the raw tuna rolls for $4.50 ! Mind you I'm a genius at ferreting out the (few) bargains anywhere. The newly expanded eating area is a big plus too. These 'healthy' stores need to have far less stuff geared for those with money to throw way. It's definitely not for the impecunious.
(4)Cara D.
A great market that provides fresh, healthy and local produce. I really enjoy just coming to stroll around this market. Their bulk food items are plentiful and there is so much to choose from! The hot food bar is also great! Vegetarian friendly for sure- many tofu items. Even better, they have sample cups so you are allowed to try before eating. How wonderful!
(4)j l.
I love food co-ops. i try to find them in every city I visit and this is one of my favorites. Perhaps it's because VT has so many amazing locally made products... I spent nearly two hours browsing. Unfortunately I was traveling and we already had dinner plans so couldn't buy much but I did spring for a few organic chocolate bars and a couple prepared food items. I would love to do my regular grocery shopping here... except that would entail moving to VT and I don't see that happening. So I'll content myself with semi-annual visits.
(4)Carrie M.
Do co-op markets have their own air freshener that they rest of the grocery industry doesn't have access to? Every time I walk into a co-op market it smells the same. I don't know how they do it. This was a cute place and I went during my trip to Vermont after reading some reviews on here. My boyfriend and I had a cheese tasting as part of our meal the night before, and I was determined to head home with some of the cheeses we loved. At first we had a hard time finding one if them, but the older man near the counter was super helpful and we managed to find it hidden behind others. If I lived in the area, I'm sure I would frequent this place often. The prepared foods area looked great and it was tempting to get something for the road. That said, prices seemed a bit steep, so just like Whole Foods it would be the place that I'd just buy a few things at while doing the bulk of my shopping elsewhere. Now maybe I'm just crazy, but this store tries to be all earthy crunchy but on the shelves were Coke products, and chemically cleaners such as 409. They just seemed so out of place given the feel of the rest of the store.
(3)Eric B.
I guess you could compare this to Whole Foods, one of their smaller stores. I have to echo Quinn's sentiments though, it's hard to stomach this place given the opportunity cost to City taxpayers in the form of the free lease on the property. Factor in the "this is what a city dweller acts like, probably" attitude of the employees and I'll stick to Healthy Living - and the real Whole Foods, when it opens.
(2)John L.
Absolutely the worst place for groceries in Burlington, but, unfortunately, if you live in Burlington, you have no choice. This place holds a monopoly on grocery sales downtown. It is expensive, and the general atmosphere reeks of a kind of puritanical, arrogant, self-satisfied, smarminess that makes for a less-than-welcoming atmosphere. You can't help but wonder where the employees received their customer service training, except that they appear to have received none at all. It has well earned the nickname by which it is known throughout Burlington: Sh**ty Markup. I would love to be able to buy local and to support small producers, but places like this just turn me away. This could be a welcoming, affordable place that would draw more people to support sustainable agriculture, the local economy, etc. Sadly, it seems to merely want to cater to Burlington's affluent upper-middle class pseudo-liberals, and thus fails utterly to bring about any meaningful change in these areas or even lend them credence. Even so, you'll be hard-pressed to find anyone inside it who might be helpful, since they all seem busy patting themselves on the back, oblivious to any criticism of their utopian delusion.
(1)Audrey T.
Blissfully Sailing Down the Onion River The friendly staff, abundant restrooms, and easy access to old newspaper make this store truly a "one-stop" shopping experience. The house-made pizza dough is truly a marvel and the mushroom selection simply can't be beat--at least without a staff or large cudgel! On a side note, this co-op stocks both organic and traditional veggies so each consumer can weigh her own health against the weight of the paper in her pocket and decide which she prefers to keep. Bear in mind, I was born on a boat, so I always feel at home sailing the crowded aisles of City Market Onion River Co-Op.
(5)Cherie C.
Is there anything they don't have? Go in with a plan. Otherwise. you will be overcome with the selections. There's so much good stuff in one place! When visiting friends, I stop in for my maple syrup to bring home. We also find something interesting to bring hom and try. Recently, it was block wine and delicious fresh coffee.
(5)Matt P.
While City Market is on the small side and doesn't have much selection, it is a great place downtown to keep you supplied in between trips to larger grocery stores. The prepared foods, especially the sandwiches at the deli, are fantastic. The staff is always pleasant and will begin to recognize you if you are a regular. The only draw back is the parking lot, but I'm not sure there's much that can be done about that. The lot is tight and a lot of people park like jerks, plus pedestrians have a very tough time darting between cars on the way out of the store.
(4)VBF F.
The selection of food is fine. The prices are a bit high, but it is a co-op so the price premium can be expected. The low rating is due solely to the clientele that this place attracts: self-absorbed hippies. Self-absorbed hippies shopping for granola, self-absorbed hippies shopping for organic cheese, and self-absorbed hippies shopping for organic bananas. The place is like the parking lot of a Phish concert.
(2)Vlad W.
This place blows Whole Foods out of the water. Great selection of local foods and produce, nice wine and beer section, kombucha on tap. It is a bit pricey, but well worth it.
(5)Gaia K.
This place is fantastic - hosts a wide selection of local products. I come here for groceries or to get a bite with a friend. everything you love is here. and its local. buy locally to keep big businesses away.
(4)