Kings Food Markets

Kings is not a store that I will do a full shop at but I am a regular when it comes to their deli, produce and coffee. This is definitely a place that I would recommend for a quick lunch or a breakfast to go.
My personal favorites are their seasonally flavored coffees that are already hot and fresh and the turkey, apple, honey mustard and brie on a ficelle roll!

God I used to shop here when I was a New Jeseyan. What a trip! Used to have the largest, by weight, customer service lady in the universe. Had decent produce, was really upfront about rules, I remember when they fired a butcher who had been there for a long time for stealing some aspirin. not cheap, but got real nice stuff. Staff is friendly and informed.

NOPE. Forgot how much I hated this place, then was in there for the first time since they re-​arranged everything. It’s worse than ever. Snobby all around. Outrageous and disgusting prices.

I’m usually here a couple of times a week for grab & go items at lunch or before starting the workday. The prices may be a little high, but the product quality is great. The store layout is more fluid since the renovation. I love the soup choices, the mezze and salad bars, and the international hot food options. Staff members are always helpful and friendly. I recognize the regulars just as they recognize me. I most definitely appreciate the traffic officer during the busy times helping patrons get into traffic flow.

I won’t focus on their prices, because of all the comments below that highlight how ridiculously high they are. What I will say is that I witnessed the most unprofessional manager /​staff member yesterday afternoon. There was some malfunction and all cards, debit and credit, were being declined at every register. Manager finally comes stumbling over five minutes later, gets on the phone, looking like he’d rather be anywhere else. Hangs up and with a yawn announces that it’s a system wide problem and no cards at all will be accepted, and walks away. WALKS AWAY! Lines are like fifteen deep at every register, and of course pretty much no one can pay for their groceries with enough cash. I witnessed a lot of kind people offering to help each other out and pay for some stuff, but I was horrified to watch so many people have to leave their groceries and walk out. Most unprofessional thing I’ve ever seen, no apology, no solution, just walking away. I don’t care if it’s not your fault, or you have no control over the problem, do your job and treat the customers right. I’ll never be back.

I love shopping here. I work in Morristown and I live in Ocean County. Great experience. Wonderful butcher dept. You get what you pay for and I love this place. The only thing that bothers me is the grocery mgr. (Jim) He is very condescending very curt and rude the way I have heard him speak to the employees and venders is appalling.

Yes, it’s expensive. I come here to grab lunch when I’m in a jam at work and I’m usually disappointed each time. Their selection is weak and the food isn’t great. They have a lot of finger food (ribs, drumsticks) which isn’t easy to nearly get down on your lunch break. I don’t care for their sandwiches. The staff is unprofessional and awkward. I avoid it at all costs, emergencies only.

I would have given them three stars prior to their renovation. Yes it is expensive. It always has been. But now the aisles are larger and offer a lot more variety. Their olive bar is one of my addictions. Their prepared foods are always well made– try their chicken pot pie. The customer service has always been consistent and friendly. Their meat department is great– but I would go to Whole Foods for seafood. I also love their floral department– great for gifts as well as sprucing up your home.
If they started a deliver service or a buy online and pick up service, I would spend a lot more money there.

Chris L gives an accurate review. Pricey, but great service and convenient if you are close by. I only work near by, so my shopping needs are limited.
My visit was quick, despite a chronically crowded parking lot. Registers are well staffed. Noticed plenty of staff through out the store. Shelves are packed with a good variety. Aisles a bit narrow — and so, more options from which to choose. Did I mention always busy?
For me, if I did live nearby, I might be tempted to visit ShopRite, a couple of miles just north of downtown, on Hanover. Also, super busy, but pretty large, and better pricing. Service is not likely as good, but seems like it’s ShopRite’s effort to take on Wegman’s.
As for King’s, if you’re looking for a premium shopping experience, this is a good option.

I’m a fan of the meat counter — as of this writing King’s in Morristown has the only one in town where you can actually talk to someone. Fast friendly helpful service with exactly what I needed.
So, recently I needed ground lamb to make meatballs (a fine meal, but I digress). None left when I called late in the evening; points right there for answering the phone and getting me an answer. The next morning I was in early-​early and there must’ve been 4 butchers cutting away behind the window, all with the requisite white aprons stained pink. One guy asked about the recipe then ground 2 pounds fresh for me right there and then, cost about $ 8/​lb which wasn’t crazy, and I was good to go. Of course you can find very expensive meat here too.
The rest of the store? Not a fan cos King’s is for people who don’t need to read price tags, definitely $$$. I can walk here from home so we often grit our teeth and pay up, it’s just so dang convenient.
This location is tiny compared to super-​wally-​world-​type places but they pack in a lot: liquor shop, flower shop, cheese shop, sushi shop (that’s quite new), fish counter, meat counter, pastry counter, deli counter, and of course all the produce plus cans, bottles, boxes of groceries, not to mention paper, soap etc. The deli makes sammiches for a decent lunch at a surprisingly decent price.
Just finished a $ 3 million renovation of this location, and hey people you KNOW where that money has to come from lol:

Their prices are ridiculously high. But the store is very clean and they sell high quality food.

It feels like the «new» Kings is more like Botique shopping than a grocery store. After leaving today I had to go to Shop Rite to pick up taco sauce and fat free shredded cheddar cheese. And, this is the 4 th week you still didn’t have Gevala Coffee.

Decent grocery store. Needed tape and it fit the bill. Staff was a little unhelpful, but it was clean and quick. Also, got the best chocolate covered almonds that I have ever had in my life here. Store brand!

Yesterday I purchased fresh vegetables from the Kings Super Market in Morristown, NJ on South Street. Today, I was eating my lunch prepared from the vegetables and found a maggot in it. After getting repeatedly sick in the bathroom, I called the Kings Super Market to speak with the Store Manager. She did not even apologize, just directed me to call a different number, which lead directly to a voicemail. I still have yet to speak with someone responsive in regards to this matter. I will never be shopping at this Kings location ever again due to the incident itself as well as the complete lack of customer service I’ve received. The Store Manager was not even interested enough to ask what vegetables I had purchased. I never write reviews, but I just had to share in case someone else is affected by something similar.

was strolling down south st with my wife, decided to do some grocery shopping. pretty sure i paid 30% over what i would have paid, had i gone to any other competitor. (i go to all the supermarkets around here, at least once every other week for sales, so i know the avg price of everything)
every produce item is at least 1 – 2 $ marked up from any other store. why?
so again, if you’re walking down south st and think you need to pick up an item or two, i guess kings would work and you’d be paying a premium for the, i guess the name?
otherwise just goto any other grocery, your not so empty wallet will thank you.

Looking at the other comments, yes Kings is a little more expensive if you’re comparing them to Shop Rite, but they’re nowhere near the high prices Whole Foods charges… plus Kings has some really good sales! Produce, meat, and seafood deparents are far superior than lower priced markets like Shop Rite… you get what you pay for I guess. Morristown isn’t they’re nicest or newest store, but Kings is by far my favorite chain. their new store in Gillette is awesome, btw :)

Went here for the first time today. There was chicken breast on sale At a decent price so I decided to get it. The expiration date was not until at least half a week away. Come dinner time, I place it on the cast iron grill and I immediately noticed a foul smell. I decided not to pay attention to it and then once I take my first bite, I notice a very rubbery texture and very sour taste. I immediately dumped my entire dinner in the trash and vow never to go to Kings again.

Kings is a high-​end grocery store. Did you ever imagine there was such a thing? Perhaps it isn’t like this in other areas of the state, but here in Morristown, prices are high.
They have everything you need at King’s. I, myself am currently in love with all Horizon dairy products. It’s the best milk you can buy, for starters. Whenever I see it, I stock up. And Kings is in no short supply. I was at King’s just yesterday and not only did I buy Horizon 1% milk, but I also picked up Horizon unsalted butter and a dozen Horizon eggs. I didn’t look at the prices til I got home and holy hell was I in shock! All this is to say that, if you walk into Kings, be cognizant of what you’re buying.
But the bread is always always fresh here, vegetables too. They have the best brisket as well! I bought some yesterday (not my first time) and I’m slow cooking it tomorrow. Sexy.
Besides the quality food, Kings is staffed by people who will bend over backwards to help you. I have a tendency to aimlessly, cluelessly meander through the aisles of grocery stores. When I stumble into a clerk, I often ask for help finding this or that. Yesterday, a genuinely happy-​go-​lucky fellow showed me the way to excellent service and together, we found the elusive chili sauce in plain sight, and I lived happily ever after. The end. Or is it? It’s not.
I ended up buying many items at Kings yesterday and I was shocked and amazed that the cashier was able to get them all into just three bags. It was like some kind of grocery sorcery. I don’t even know. She was all smiles and fun to chat with. I like nice people.
But yeah, the only reason I can’t give Kings five stars is because of the price gauging. I would love to go back one day and find reasonable deals. One can hope.

A deaf woman (still perplexed as to why she was operating a motor vehicle) backed into my boyfriend’s car last winter in this disastrous parking lot. We were both in the car at the time, so we saw the whole thing unfold. Yes, there is a cop there, but he was working oh so hard that he «didn’t see anything» and we had to wait forever for another cop to respond. So why is this guy there, probably making at least $ 50/​hr on weekend OT? Anyways…
I most recently regretting coming here just a few weeks ago when I paid $ 8 for fresh baguette and a bottle of ginger ale. Yup.

Kings is my local market– pass it at least twice a day– and have been known to go in, on occasion, even two times in one day! It is a true, local store catering to everyone from local business people, families and general local residents. Old and young, you see them here.
The lot is busy, but always possible to find a spot. Getting in and out of the lot is always better when the friendly Morristown police officer is directing the busy South Street traffic.
As for the store, there are so many convenient aspects that make it a local no-​brainer, besides the location. The liquor shop (pay for all items from that ears at their own counter– it’s a separate entity). Good bakery (better than the closest local bakery, IMO). Sushi counter– they will promptly make you anything they have supplies for when the sushi chef is there. Deli counter with large variety including many soups, pre-​made, ready to heat (& hot) entrees, pre-​made and made to order sandwiches, roast chicken (not my fav– it is generally dry). Nice, fresh seafood with locally renowned guy behind the counter. Good meat section including Wagu and other specialized types of beef and D’ Artagnan specialty products. The produce section has a salad bar as well as the usual and some unusual fruit and veggie varieties. The flower section is always nice, colorful and fresh.
One thing to note– the times I have purchased something that had to be returned, the courtesy counter is more than willing to provide a refund or credit, no problem.
If you keep your eye out for a sale, you can sometimes get a good deal, but are expecting Shop Rite prices, you will be shocked, although the variety and location account for the differential.