The Fresh Market

Although it is nice to have a decent grocery store close to Downtown where I live, this store does not meet my grocery needs. My biggest complaint about Fresh Market is their lack of organic produce. Most of their fruit/​vegetables are not organic. I try to go to Whole Foods instead because they have much more organic food to choose from.

I went to The Fresh Market for the first time last week. I decided to go there instead of Kroger, since the traffic is a mess due to construction. I went to only get a few items, and I was quite impressed with most of the things. It’s such a different atmosphere than Kroger, Superlo, and Cash Saver. It feels earthy. The foods are fresh and in excellent quality, way better all of the grocery stores in Memphis. I love their deli and bakery and the cupcakes are bigger than average. The downside is that the items are expensive. If you think that you’ll find better prices at The Fresh Market than Kroger, Superlo, or Cash Saver, you’ll be sadly disappointed.
For the most part, it’s a good store. I will come back to The Fresh Market, but it will be once or twice a month.

I admit it, I am not a Memphian and I am an organic and health food person who avoids «conventional» markets whenever possible.
However, WFM is just not convenient from downtown /​midtown for a small shopping list. The «fresh» market, on the outside at least, *seems* an alternative, however I find the items it does NOT carry make this place less convenient than most conventional markets.
Alternative items such as tempeh, tofu and vegetarian items are woefully thin.
I find that this store seems to claim and pretends to act like a healthy Alternative, but when almost ¹⁄₃ of the store is bulk candy And bulk flavored coffees you have to wonder.
Deeper inspection of the shelves yield very limited options outside of basic standard fare. Selections are strange I wonder if their buyer has done any homework at all.
Frozen, prepared and dairy) and non dairy) selections woefully thin and lack any variety
I am not sure what this store wants to be when it grows up, but it has a long way to go to establish its own identity
Right now it’s just an overpriced shinier version of Kroger’s but with the Kroger store down the block about to be rebuilt and get a corkys and Starbucks within it, this store better grow up and decide quickly or it will surely be in trouble

I admit it. I’m not an organic food, healthy food type eater. This is Memphis, and like most Memphians I like barbecue, ribs, Aldo’s pizza, Pirtle’s fried chicken, and hot wings. BUT, when I want to look at healthy, beautiful foods… I come to this place and to Whole Foods on Poplar. I’m sure it’s all in my head, but I feel healthier just being around and in places like this. The sushi is great. Deli foods look good, but I wish they had a larger place to sit down and eat the foods. There are two small tables near the entrance to the grocery store, but that’s all.
Prices and quality seem comparable to Whole Foods, but since it’s a lot smaller in size the selections aren’t as large. If I lived downtown or Midtown, and wanted organic foods, I would definitely come here. If I lived more in East Memphis, I would go to Whole Foods.

If I had to sum up this place as a whole: «a gimmick.» Let’s be honest with ourselves. These places try and sell you as being a better quality product. Yes, Whole Foods I am looking at you too. When, I believe, they would *NOT* stand up to the Pepsi challenge. Your average person probably could not tell the difference between the meat, produce, nuts and sauces you can find at Kroger.
Here is simple truth. The «$ 2.99» Tuesday is still a rip off in my opinion. Kroger and other supermarkets regularly carry chicken for $ 1.99 a pound every day the of week. You are paying an extra buck for something you really can’t tell the difference on.
The products are largely overpriced. The selection isn’t something to brag about as well. If you really break it down, there isn’t really a lot to choose from and the store is mostly produce and meat. I have tried both several times and I constantly find myself going back to other supermarkets, because there is no real difference. In fact, I would be willing to bet a lot of the same farmers and producers distribute to both places, but the price is just different.
However, I am not going to totally rag on the store. I would give it a ⁴⁄₅ when it comes to supermarket sushi. It is regularly fresh and the selection is nice. They also have really good frozen pizza you can not find at other stores. I haven’t tried their sandwiches, but they look good too.
Overall, you are paying for the store, not for the quality. If you really want a «fresh market» then try a farmer’s market in town. You will enjoy it much more, pay the same or less and overall have a better product in your hands and kitchen.

We’re staying in Memphis for the week and the first day we drove out to whole foods to get a few things (which was a little disappointing compared to other whole foods). Later we found this place much closer to where we are staying. There’s a smaller variety but it’s much cleaner. Also, you can make your own six pack of the local beers they offer. Not any pricier than whole foods that I could notice. If you are in midtown just save yourself the drive.

I just got a roasted chicken wrap that was full of gristle and chopped bone. Eyew! Not on my favorites list any longer.
Called and was told they’d let someone know, then hung up. Maybe a refresher course on food prep and customer service is needed.

This is a welcome addition to midtown where the choices are Kroger or Kroger. Its a higher end grocery store. Its also fairly small. They have some items that are not readily available at kroger. I love the olive bar and the quality of meat. They have specials on certain days. Saturdays they have some $ 6.99 specials.

Yay for Fresh Market! Why walk into Kroger when you have friendly employees and security guards here? I’m happy to pay a little extra for just that!
You can complain about the prices all you want… There is $ 2.99 Tuesday and sales on things you probably haven’t tried all week. The deli and pre-​made sides are awesome. Perfect for when you don’t feel like thinking or cooking. Roasted chicken and 2 sides for $ 7.50? Yeah, that’s some price gouging.
Fresh Market is growing while Whole Foods is having to publish articles about why they need to lower their prices.

The Fresh Market beats all for gourmet to go. Between the deli and the hot food area, as well as the prepacked sushi, wrap sandwiches, soups, and salads all ready to eat, they cover all the bases. I like the salads and wraps as an alternative to fast food on those nights I’ve chauffeured the children from one activity to the next, and didn’t plan for dinner.
The grocery portion of the store has improved over the past few years, to include a good deal more organic produce (THANK YOU), dairy, and eggs. The frozen foods leave a lot to be desired, because the section is small, but then again, it is The Fresh market, not Frozen market. Prices on staple foods are competitive, but then you throw in a $ 5 loaf of fresh bread and $ 20 of kebabs to cook later in the week, plus those precious purple heirloom tomatoes, and you’re $ 40 over budget in 5 minutes.
Gourmet sodas, flavored waters, and an artisinal beer selection also help fill the cart. I am hooked on the cold-​pressed juices and Hint waters.
Don’t forget the movies! Before you head to the movies, come check out the selection of snack foods, and grab as little or as much as you like of things like jelly beans, malted milk balls, smoked almonds, flash-​fried veggie chips, and chocolate-​covered espresso beans. The location is huge and parking is *just* enough when things get busy i.e. Christmastime.
Also a reliably «pretty clean» public restroom!

Thank goodness they’re finally in Midtown. Best days to shop there are on Tuesdays and Saturdays when they have plenty of sales!
Don’t forget to get your free samples of coffee while you shop!
Want a cheap snack… get the rib snack pack… it sorta filled me up!

I love that there is a Fresh Market in midtown so I don’t have to go all the way out to the Whole Foods on Poplar. Although prices may be a bit higher, the entire store is arranged in a much more logical way than Whole Foods is. I also like that this Fresh Market has a body care section (soaps, toothpaste, etc.) unlike the one out on S White Station.
There may be a limited selection of items, but the quality is great. The produce is always fresh. They stock all the dairy brands I typically buy. Oh, and they have decent sales on random items every so often. Especially Jeni’s ice cream!!! Also, their chocolate/​candy section is huge. I really like that they have local and unique items, whether pasta, jam, tea, cookies/​crackers, everything. It makes grocery shopping here so fun.
I haven’t eaten from their prepared foods section yet, but I’ve gotten a few things from their salad bar. Not amazing, but it works for quick on-​the-​go needs.
Fresh Market is now my go-​to grocery here in Memphis, and I don’t have any good complaints about doing my shopping here.

I’m pretty loyal to Whole Foods but I was in midtown and didn’t feel like driving all the way out East… which ultimately I ended up doing because this Fresh Market has absolutely HORRIBLE sides in their pre-​made section.
You see, I don’t cook. And I was having friends over for dinner so naturally I had to swing by somewhere to pick up some stuff. I will say, Fresh Market had delicious $ 16 filets (they melted in my mouth… sooooooooooo good, and ok, they had to be grilled… I can do that at least), but walking over to their pre-​made island I was so unimpressed. One of my guests eats paleo, which is fairly easy to shop for, but there was literally NO veggie dish without some sort of cheese in it. But even then none of the sides looked appetizing to me… all of it was just… bleh.
Another thing that annoys me about this place is that is SO expensive. I know Whole Foods is expensive but I think this place is marked even higher. And I’m still mad I bought flowers here because I didn’t know I was going to have to drive all the way to Whole Foods anyway (the selection is better there).
I just think the store is too cramped with a small selection of pre-​made food and really overpriced.

Closest Fresh /​Organic /​Local ‘whole foods’ type of place near west memphis/​midtown! i’m so glad this finally opened! yes, some of the prices are a big higher than usual, but you’re paying for a. the convenience, and b. the quality of the product.
they have an AMAZING ICE CREAM SELECTION!!! they sell Jeni’s and tons of other «hipster» ice creams that are DERICIOUS. so definitely go check out their ice cream selection!
Things I Come for: ICE CREAM, quick organic produce, the breads, coffee, and those specialty items you may not be able to find elsewhere (like pom juice flavors). They do have specials every week so dont forget to check those out to save some monies!
So glad this place opened up on Union. Definitely give it a visit!

Fresh Market is a wonderful new addition to midtown. The store conveniently carries an array of items that are already prepared or already proportioned for easy prep at home. All items are incredibly fresh. They have good weekly sales on fish and meat that can help with budgeting.
The layout of the store is wonderful. It is easy to navigate and the design is beautiful. The staff is extremely helpful at all times.
To me the only downside of the store is the lack of local products.
While the prices may be higher than Kroger it’s nice not to have to deal with long lines, crowded isles and crowded parking lots.

I’m really glad they are here. They are a welcome addition to the area. It’s been hard to find somewhere to get some really good food/​grocery/​ingredients in Midtown for forever.
With that being said, it is a good bit more expensive for just about everything. I enjoy the experience and the selection so I just suck it up and deal. You get what you pay for I suppose…
The people are friendly and all of the fresh, well, everything is very nice. Great lighting by the way!

I received an amazing text from my wife about this place opening today. Immediately we made it a date. This place is amazing. The floors were spotless, pet peeve of mine–
The food was fresh, there were amazing items on the shelves and can we just have a moment of Silence for the Candy isle??‘
Cashiers were nice and as I left with a plethora of items in my bags?! I decided — I’m Hooked!!!
Run Don’t Walk!!!

Finally making it to the new Fresh Market.
It’s perfect for women on the run and bachelors who want good, pre-​prepared meals.
I love the layout! Wide aisles, good atmosphere, fresh-​looking produce, meats and poultry. I got lobster stuffed salmon my first trip.
The deli section is awesome too! In addition to sandwich fixings, they have everything from twice baked stuffed potatoes to macaroni and cheese.
They also have a solid healthy foods presence throughout the store.
I highly recommend Fresh Market midtown.
#Yelp901

Oh my it’s finally in midtown! Great location and great selections. The have all the staples you need. They also have a huge assortment of coffee beans and candy. They also have a deli and have fresh daily sushi. As they just opened, parking lot is crowded. Nice employees.

This is a Fresh Market. So, whatever feelings you have about this business will probably be reinforced by your experiences here. Prices are higher here than at other local chain grocery stores, and they stock a lot of prepared, packaged produce (which really annoys me for some reason … have we really reached the point where people will pay $ 2 more to avoid peeling and chopping a carrot?) … I digress.
This location feels smaller than the one at Eastgate, but the parking lot is deceptively ample. On opening night, there were staffers crawling the floor stocking sections, though the few I talked to weren’t super knowledgeable about the products despite being friendly enough.
It was packed tonight with Midtowners who might otherwise drive to Whole Foods, and it’ll be interesting to see if this trend continues over time. I didn’t see a growler station or a BBQ stand, but otherwise it seems to have many departments similar to (if smaller than) those at Whole Foods.