Central Market

03/29/2007 Posted by lilim

I went there for the first time on a Saturday and was amazed at the produce; everything I needed and them some. The only problem with this place is that it gets extremely congested. My husband and I made the mistake of getting the larger cart and came to find out that it was very difficult to move around, turn, even wait at the deli. It was a little expensive but worth it. Overall, I would say I would go there again only if I needed a specialty product only because of the massive amounts of people, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. I don't blame all of these people for shopping there, Central Market has some of the best cust. service ever. and has quality products.

Pros: Customer Service, variety, selection, clean

Cons: too many people

02/25/2007 Posted by emsmwhite

The first time I ever went here 3 years ago, I spent a good 4 hours there...tasting, smelling, touching, and mostly tasting everything. Everyone at this store is extremely nice and very knowledgeable. There's a lady that works in fruits that we call the friendly fruit lady. She's always there giving free samples of the latest delicious fruit. Also, in the candy section, there's a lady who always has cool hair who knows just about everything there is to know about candy. In the coffee section, there's a bald gentleman who is absoulutely incredible and can make the best coffee reccomendations ever. The men in the meatmarket are very, very kind and knowledgeable, and there's an attractive Hispanic gentleman working there who knows pretty much everything about every meat they offer. Wanna try something in the prepared food? Just say the word. I swear, going there is like having a great afternoon snack. They have incredible potato salad, egg salad with peas (my FAVE!!!), goat cheese quesadillas, and everything else is to odie for, too. Their fresh cut fruit is definitely the freshest I've seen in a grocery store, and their cheese section is incredible! The place is a little on the high side, but, the experience is so wonderful, that you don't mind paying the extra few bucks. Check it out!

Pros: Best egg salad with peas, hands down. EXTREMELY knowledgeable staff. SO friendly!

Cons: None, I love this place!

11/14/2006 Posted by luisa10

Central Market truly is a foodie's paradise. From the moment you walk in and look at all the produce. I am always amazed at the produce I can find here that I can't locate anywhere else. The fresh juices are amazing. The meat and seafood displays are incredible. Try some of their pre-marinated stuff- it is fantastic, and it only takes a few minutes to prepare. Their wine selection is to die for. The bulk section, the bread, the desserts, the cheese, the olive bar, the spread bar, etc.... it's all AMAZING. The only negative thing I have to say about this place is that I think their pre-made food is a little too expensive. I recommend you go at odd hours when it is not ridiculously crowded so you can truly enjoy this place. You're not going grocery shopping here, you're having an experience.

Pros: Produce, meat and seafood, wine, bulk section, bread and cheese sections

Cons: expensive pre made food.

04/09/2006 Posted by oniel_g

Everyone must try the California Connection sandwich!! I drive across town on a regular basis just to have this sandwich. It is the BEST I have ever had! Add mushrooms to it and it's a something your taste buds will beg you for.

Pros: wide variety

03/14/2006 Posted by lucialancaster

Although Central Market is expensive, the gourmet food can make a preson's mouth water! Try the bean and cheese tamales, chicken parmigana, or fresh lasagna. However, I don't do all of my grocery shopping here, because it can be quite overwhelming at times.

Pros: Variety, Gourmet Chef Special

Cons: Expensive, Overwhelming

09/25/2005 Posted by mrsrios

so good, where can i start.....bread,cheese,candy,the orange-carrot juice, coffee, and best of all........the chocolate covered strawberrys!

Pros: bread, orange-carrot juice, chocl.cov.strbrs

Cons: none

03/01/2004 Posted by mnmboyle

I DRIVE ALMOST 20 MILES TO GO TO THIS STORE. IT IS A GREAT STORE WITH SO MUCH STUFF. IT HAS A WONDERFUL VARIETY TO CHOOSE FROM AND THERE ARE THINGS THERE THAT I HAD NEVER HAD BEFORE AND THINGS I HAD NEVER SEEN BEFORE. IT IS A GREAT EXPERIENCE!

Pros: GOOD PARKING, GREAT VARIETY, FRIENDLY& HELPFUL

Cons: , NOT ENOUGH LOCATIONS

02/26/2004 Posted by lawyerthomas

this is a big cold supermarket, not a sushi bar. I'll take my sushi fresh cut from Thomas!!

Pros: groceries, shopping carts, huge

Cons: , shopping carts, huge

08/24/2002 Posted by badkittysm

Such a great market, I take out-of-town visitors there-and they love it too. And for those like me with food allergies, as wide a variety as Whole Foods, but with better prices and more integrity. The only place I've found in four years that makes a great wheat-free, corn-free cake (the Victorian) Where else can you get prime rib and creme brulee in a drive-thru? Make sure and sign up for the mailing list--they send out really great coupons.

07/29/2002 Posted by jamesboltonhouston

Going to this market can be a truly enjoyable 1, 2, or 3 hour adventure. Browse the asiles and discover all sorts of surprising items. Cooking classes are offered, as well as entertainment on the patio in the evening. Fab selection of prepared foods to take away and enjoy at home. This place has something for practically everyone.

Pros: great selection, helpful staff, knowledgeable staff