I'd call this a "Pricey Grocery Store" if there were any cheaper alternatives other than Wal-Mart. But with Harris Teeter dominating the area, Fresh Market's prices are actually fairly median. You do have to be careful not to get carried away here, as there are some items that sell for significantly more than at other places. But for the most part, you'll only spend more because they have tastier stuff to offer.
Granted, you can find a jar of honey from Italy for $9, but you can find a cheaper alternative for a reasonable price.
It's simply fun to discover food at Fresh Market. Did you know that Albanian red peppers mix with mangos to make a fantastic chutney? Well now you do!
Their produce and fresh bread are the best I've found in the area. It blows Harris Teeter out of the water. The pre-made bruschetta and pasta salads can get soggy depending on what day of the week you stop by. But for the most part, you can count on anything offered behind the glass.
For such a small building, they supply a good variety of beer and wine. Harris Teeter next to the South Park mall still has more to offer, but then, you can trust the lunch meat you get at Fresh Market as well.
Bottom line, I don't buy the organic, responsible trade agreement toilet paper at Fresh Market. But I do come here for most everything I put in my fridge.