Sobeys

I frequent this Sobey’s often, but only because it is the closest sobey’s to my house. The employee’s here are so incredibly rude that I almost can’t stand to go in there. They are all so loud and talk about inappropriate things while helping customers. They stop helping to hug each other have have no interest in actually helping you, and the ones who aren’t being obnoxious and loud won’t even look you in the eyes when checking you out or will move at an extra slow pace on purpose. The only good employee there is Gabriel, who is always friendly. I’ll be very surprised if the other employees are ever able to get a job somewhere else because I have never in my life encountered such a large group of rude, unprofessional, loud mouths in one place.

Sobeys as a whole is a terrible company. over priced product and poor produce. this location I frequent out of lazy Ness as its near my house. but their sushi gets made in the morning and it’s still for sale at regular price at 4 am. that isn’t right. a lot of expired foods at this place. very over priced

This is a reasonably large store with a nice selection of prepared foods. Clean and well organized with lots of checkers. Also a nice organic section and the veggies are always fresh. On the down side You need change to get a grocery cart. I’m not sure if it’s a quarter or loonie because I didn’t have my glasses. I don’t carry change so «no cart for me». I used a basket and left when it was full so the store lost out on selling me more because I didn’t have change for a cart. Stupid. Also limited parking and there were empty shelves so they don’t restock quickly. I like the store but the stupid cart policy means i shop elsewhere.

Not quite A-​OK, more like B-​OK. Two and a half stars. This is the worst store for selling products after the best-​before date. I slipped up yesterday (June ³⁰⁄₁₅) and brought home yogurt from there that was best before May ³⁰⁄₁₅. Normally I am very careful because of the many, many times I’ve seen (and removed and/​or pointed out) past due products on their shelves. I’ve shopped here almost every day since 1996 because of the convenient location, the GREAT staff, and the pretty fairly priced, well stocked products. I know they’d give me a refund if I’d kept my receipt but who needs the hassle of bringing stuff back, and because of a perfectly avoidable error on their part?

Nice that it’s open ²⁴⁄₇ but I’ve bought no fewer than 4 items from this store that have already expired and are still on the shelves. Obviously duh on me for not checking them first but I’m not talking about something that’s one day off; I mean 2 months plus off. This is not a cheap store and finding expired products leaves both a literal and figurative bad taste in the mouth.
On the other hand, whoever they have in the bakery is awesome. The breadstuffs made in store are always soft, fresh, and sweet if it’s supposed to be sweet.

I’m not typically one to be all excited about new condo developments or anything (see:
) but this space needs to be better utilized by something other than this less than mediocre grocery chain. In comparison to other hood grocery store offerings (e.g. Loblaws, Fiesta Farms) this store becomes even less appealing. This isn’t even a budget option. Given the choice between the two I would rather go to No-​Frills than Sobeys. What sets Sobeys apart, other than being open 24 hrs?

This place is not the best. One star for being open 24 hours, one more for being reasonably clean.
Beyond that, the prices of basics are very high. I paid 4.99 for a carton of milk that is 3.63 at no frills. I paid 4.07 for an orange juice that is 2.97 at no frills.
Also, I waited in the Express Lane behind a woman who had no less than 50 items. When I went to the other lane, I encountered being behind the people who had items that wouldn’t scan and also had items with no price.
Not again.

This is still a Sobey’s, so for me it’ll never tip to a five star, but I do have some nice things to add.
I bought scallops and salmon here, and their seafood selections are really pretty impressive. They have competitive lobster prices, which I plan on indulging in soon. They also have a «we boil while you shop» scenario which isn’t for this east coast gal, but it seems like a really good option for many.
I’d also like to give props to their pre-​made supper selections. So much more than dome chickens, check it out if you’re in a pinch. Their Greek salad is especially delightful.

The only thing I like about this store is that it’s open 24 hours. They have fresh butter croissants and chocolate danishes every morning. During holidays, they usually have a manager’s sale.
The freshness and quality of their produce can certainly be better.

The only good thing about this Sobeys is that it is open 24 hours. That being said, I went there at 2am on Friday night to get pizza and Gatorade.
Then I waited for 10 minutes at the only open cash. I asked the security guard what the deal was, and he replied «the checkout guy is in the bathroom». Ten minutes in the bathroom while you’re the only guy working seems a bit ridiculous to me.
When the guy finally returned, of course I commented on how long myself and the others in line were waiting. He did not take kindly to this and actually grabbed my hand when returning my change and wouldn’t let go. It was creepy and aggressive.
I was going to complain to Sobeys about this guy but I figure he’s probably got a criminal record and this is the only job he can get, so I’d feel bad if he was fired.
Maybe they should get a self-​check out like Loblaws

This Sobeys is always clean and the staff are very friendly. I don’t venture in here much as I usually hit the Loblaws at the other end of the block. But when I do, I try to hit it later at night when it’s quiet.

Hands down the best thing about the Sobeys on Dupont is the fact that it’s open 24 hours. I can hit this place drunk at 4:00 in the morning and pick up all sorts of goodies to take home with me. The best overnight staff member is Dora — she has seen me in various states but she is always so lovely and pleasant. I’ll be sad if she ever stops working there.
This Sobeys used to be an IGA a few years ago, so the place has renovated quite a bit, but it’s still not as modern as some of the larger grocery stores in the city. I personally prefer something like Loblaws for ascetics or No Frills for the prices, but I will take anything that’s 24 hours.