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| - Ah, yes. The moment has arrived... Whole Foods is in my hood! Had a hoot at the Grand Opening. (And yes, I was the first person in line :)
I almost rear-ended someone two weeks ago when I noticed the sign going up. (I was late to the party!) Too many thoughts to process, but really, the themes are as follow:
- FOOD! (Ok, you knew that was coming)
- Cheese Bar (Hoh. My.)
- Chocolate Section (Yes!)
- Beer & Wine (That's just me.)
Everything you've ever remembered / dreamed about / seen in a Whole Foods is here. (+Juice bar +Coffee/Espresso Bar +TONS of baked goods)
... AND A STUNNING BAR.
(We shall revisit this topic. Muy importante.)
Aisles wide enough to drive a car down, selection in every product niche that you wouldn't believe and super, duper nice (helpful!) peeps.
Ok, that's pretty much everything you would need to know. This is Whole Foods after all. Good stuff and service abounds!
As I meandered throughout the spacious locale I nibbled on some goodies. Again, this is Whole Foods and THEY FEED YOU :) In all seriousness tho, the Pomegranate Green Tea is very refreshing. I'd pick that up again.
I stopped and fawned over the Olive Bar. We are going to become best buds. (Don't be jealous. I can share.) There's lots and lots of cheese. (HOH.) In the Chocolate (let me seduce you) Section my jaw dropped over a COLOMBIAN treat. We Colombians stick together - try the Chocolate Cordillera. (If you come over, too late! I'm sure it'll be gone.) I didn't have time to peruse the wine section (I had already seen the bar - PRIORITIES) but I did stop to check out the brews and CIDERS.
Woo hoo! Whole Foods carries Magners! This in itself would have made the trip worthy. BUT NO, REMEMBER THERE IS A BAR.
Well, I almost made it straight to the bar. But there were free pancakes (HOH. MY.) and champagne (SQUEE!).
The bar is not tiny. There's plenty of space. FOUR TVs. (And they were all playing sports. Woot!) Purse hooks! (WHICH I LOVE THEM FOR.) And a rich selection of things to drink.
Before I detail that, just know you can purchase *regular* shopping items at the bar. (PROVIDED you only have a few. As in, not a cartful.) This is dangerous news. Try to pick the milk AFTER the bar because you'll be too comfortable enjoying the bar.
DRINKY TREATS
- 36 Beers on Tap (26 Local) ($5-$8)
- 4 AZ Wines on Tap ($6-$7)
- 8 Bottled Beers
- A host of red, white and sparkling wines by the glass
- 6 Fruity Cocktails
So, a regular bar... But better! This bar, also [conveniently/dangerously] offers Growlers! $4 for either size bottle (so says Matt). The 32oz growlers run $8 - $16 to fill, 64oz growlers are $16 - $27. I had fun sampling beers with an $8 flight. That's four (!) count 'em different 2oz beers!
THE BAR CARRIES FOOD!
And, you can call your order in. That's right. Call ahead service (or maybe when you arrive to shop :) Noshes (wings, dips, etc.), Sandwiches, Pizza, Greens and Sushi!
I'd recommend a visit (obviously) to shop here. Also, stop by and say hi to the newest bartenders in my life: Nicole, Matt, Matthew & Jason. I bet there's more and just as nice!
UPDATE: The bar itself has 11 stools. There is a community table that seats 8. And there are two 4 tops.
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