13 Must-Visit Local Markets
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Whether you’re craving a late-night snack or grabbing some toiletries you ran out of (we’ve all been there), these local markets are sure to have what you need.
by Celeste Chance, contributing writer at RVAx
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Stella’s Grocery
If you haven’t made it out to the award-winning restaurant Stella’s, you can get the next best thing by popping into any one of their three grocery store locations. Pick from a wide selection of snacks, beer, wine, specialty groceries, or get a made-to-order sandwich or fresh latte from the espresso bar. Did we mention the homemade desserts?
Locations:
3351 W Moore St (Scotts Addition)
1007 Lafayette St (Malvern Gardens)
109 E Grace St (Downtown)
Hours:
Scotts Addition: Monday - Saturday, 11 am - 8 pm
Malvern Gardens: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 8 pm
Downtown: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 7 pm, Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm
Shields Market
For decades, Shields Market has been a staple in The Fan for take-home nightcaps and midnight snacks. Since the market was taken over by the owners of Joe’s Inn, it has expanded to carry some of the delicious home-style food that the beloved restaurant across the street is known for.
Location: 206 N Shields Ave (The Fan)
Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 8 am - 9 pm, Friday - Saturday, 8 am - 10 pm
Strawberry Street Market
This local market has it all: groceries, beer and wine, cold remedies, and even school supplies. Beyond their large alcohol selection, they even offer beer by the keg or half keg (for your first post-pandemic party)! If you happen to find yourself in the neighborhood looking for some grub, they also have a wide variety of ready-to-eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner options prepared fresh in their deli section.
Location: 415 Strawberry St (The Fan)
Hours: Daily, 7 am - Midnight
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Brookland Park Market
We love a good charcuterie board — and if you need to stock up on meats and cheeses, Brookland Park Market has you covered. This new market carries unique grocery items, fresh made-to-order sandwiches, plant-based food options, and a large selection of beer and wine. Make sure to check their website for daily dinner specials!
Location: 305 W Brookland Park Blvd (Brookland Park)
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 11 am- 7:30 pm, Sunday, 11 am - 3:30 pm
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Saison Market
If you want a casual and inviting atmosphere to enjoy coffee or the specialty cocktails from Saison, then head next door to their sister business, Saison Market. Enjoy a cortado from their espresso bar or a bite to eat from their breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner menu. Don’t forget to check out their boutique bottle shop featuring an array of wines and beers while you’re there, too.
Location: 323 N Adams St (Jackson Ward)
Hours: Daily, 11 am - 11 pm
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Union Market
Nestled in the heart of Union Hill is Union Market, a small food market with an attached restaurant serving light breakfast and lunch fare. Set up under the string lights at their outdoor patio with a snack from the market or beer on tap. Did we mention they have yummy treats like Nightingale ice cream sandwiches?
Location: 2306 Jefferson Ave (Union Hill)
Hours: Daily, 9 am - 9 pm
Lombardy Market
Famed for their deviled eggs, Lombardy Market has been a go-to convenience store for 40 years in The Fan. This market has everything you need from toiletries to a deli featuring sandwiches made fresh daily and beyond.
Location: 203 N Lombardy St (The Fan)
Hours: Monday - Saturday, 8 am - midnight, Sunday, 8 am - 10 pm
Northside Gourmet Market
If you’re in the Northside, make sure to stop at Northside Gourmet Market. This market conveniently carries a variety of fresh fruits and veggies, meats, cheeses, and possibly any grocery item you can think of. Once you're done crossing off your grocery list, indulge in one of the 21 flavors of Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches that they carry!
Location: 2208 North Ave (Northside)
Hours: Daily, 8 am - 10:30 pm
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Little House Green Grocery
If you want a one-stop-shop for all things locally sourced whether it be groceries or home essentials, then check out Little House Green Grocery. You’ll find Richmond staples such as Mother Shrub, King of Pops, or Busky Cider to name a few.
Beyond their selection of prepared foods, bakery products, and home goods, this grocer offers a wine club and veggie box subscription that you can check out here.
Location: 1227 Bellevue Ave (Northside)
Hours: Daily, 9 am - 7 pm
Libbie Market
For over a decade, Libbie Market has been offering Richmond all the grocery necessities including bakery items, a butcher shop, coffee bar, and more. You can enjoy one of the 500 varieties of wine they offer or a beer in their cafe, and pair it with one of their gourmet sandwiches.
Location: 400 Libbie Ave (West End)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 9:30 pm, Saturday - Sunday, 7 am - 9:30 pm
River City Market
This black-owned market serving the Northside community offers everything from organic locally sourced foods to wellness products. We can get behind owner Zatima Brown X’s motto of “Eat to Live, Live well” by enjoying one of their freshly made smoothies. Can’t make it out to the market? Call in or place an order online here to have your groceries delivered!
Location: 16 W Brookland Park Blvd (Northside)
Hours: Daily, 10 am - 4 pm
The Market at 25th
Church Hill is no longer the food desert it once was thanks to The Market at 25th. This full-service grocery store has all the fresh produce and canned good options to cater to the community including a butchery, seafood department, and deli.
Location: 1330 N 25th St (Church Hill)
Hours: Daily, 7 am - 9 pm
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Ellwood Thompson’s
Ellwood Thompson’s has been a staple grocery store for all things sustainable, local, and organic. Their mission to provide fresh options to Richmonders goes beyond their products and into their juice bar, catering, and hot food to go.
Location: 4 N Thompson St (Carytown)
Hours: Daily 7 am - 8 pm
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