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| - As someone trying to eat healthier, who loves the selection of Whole Foods, but quite honestly hates the clientele, I was SO excited that a girlfriend told me about this Earth Fare.
Located kind of behind Southpark Mall, I have been to the Barnes & Noble and Firebirds in the same development several times, but never noticed Earth Fare. There is street side parking available, but your best best is to park in the free garage and cut through.
The store was very clean, well-organized and had a very friendly staff. On a Friday afternoon before school and work had let out for the day, there was a small crowd that made browsing a breeze. Their bulk section of nuts and dried items was great. Prices were well marked. I was able to find the Mamma Chia squeeze snacks that I was looking for and also made mental note of several other items that I want to try. The gentleman manning the cheese counter was deep in conversation with an inquisitive woman and seemed to handle all of the questions well; knowing your business is a good thing. The prepared foods section and hot bar were much larger than I thought they would be.
As with most of the boutique health-professing grocers, the prices are a bit higher here than HT, etc., but I saw many items on sale that put them in-line with big box grocery store prices, but with the specialty and organic items that some folks search out.
Great store, I will definitely drive right past Whole Foods to return!
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