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University Foods
1131 W Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48201, United States
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A.
Review №1

Avoid buying meat here. Many complaints abound. However, I do like some of the produce offerings, and some of their frozen and canned goods in a pinch and a few of the hot-food counter items are good. The store is kept relatively clean. I think this grocery store similar to the other store on E. Warren manages on the captive-audience factor! People that go there cannot go elsewhere. Id like to see more diverse options for their produce.

De
Review №2

This is the closest food place to me, but I’m gonna have to start taking my business to Food Pride a bit further down the street or somewhere else. Too many times I find moldy food stocked on the shelves, to the point where I check everything I plan on buying. Ive purchased and taken moldy food home too many times now to continue giving my business to this place. I mean really, is no one checking this stuff? I have yet to find a white onion with no mold at this place.

Ch
Review №3

Hands-down the worst grocery store in the area. Everything is overpriced, the staff is rude, they do not update their policies and everything changes every week. This place is garbage.

L
Review №4

I report this location to health department due to the staff that pack the meat .dont have gloves or mask on and they handle our meet this how you serve the area .so dissatisfied with food safety at this market .UPDATE 11/5/21 COVID ALERT THE RESTAURANT INSIDEOkay the new guy had no mask on talking over all the food taking over people orders and the container before put food in then went talking on his cell phone comin back takin order never washing his hands GROSSCan we get some food and covid safety training QUICK

Ga
Review №5

They have everything you need, but its really overpriced. You might as well go to Whole Foods.

Ad
Review №6

I love this grocery store! I enjoy their hot meals, and great selection of groceries. It’s always clean, and the employees are always so friendly! This is a Detroit jewel

Ra
Review №7

Good with some caveats. For the most shopping is a decent experience until you get to the cashiers. Either they have an attitude, or they are inept or a combination of both. With some good cashiers this store could be something special.

Ce
Review №8

Store is clean, staff is courteous, BUT goods are so overpriced, it is overt GOUGING! Have never seen such outrageous prices anywhere... even during the past several months of this pandemic.So sad, since the store predominantly serves an elderly, college-age and low-income neighborhood.😔

Jo
Review №9

The lunch meat was frozen with expired date dont want to open the machines for returning bottles and cans food is over priced the good thing they do give free coupons when you buy vegetables cashiers are very nice

Da
Review №10

Keep stocking that hattie girl ice cream 🔥🔥

Ry
Review №11

Too pricey and unprofessional cashiers. As I was getting ready to check out the cashier just sat there on her phone didnt even acknowledge me nor did she say a word to me like seriously 😐

Sh
Review №12

Great community market. Always clean, well stocked, good selection and friendly customer service. Hot and cold deli serves great good. Highly recommend. Ive had the fish, ribs, chicken and pizza. All the side dishes are very tasty.

Ca
Review №13

I love the atmosphere and quality of the products in this market. The people are friendly and its an easy commute from my home. In addition, I know the owners by name and they are always engaging. In my opinion...thats what makes it a family store. Especially, if you see something you desire not on the shelves...you can mention it and they may order it for you. I recently had them to purchase my favorite snack Pop Daddy popcorn. But, the pricing in this store doesnt allow me to shop in quantity. But, if you are shopping with foodstamps...you will find perks...

Ho
Review №14

Carries a wide variety of foods, meat is not as fresh as it used to be and you have to shop here when they have their sales other wise it can be very expensive. The store is pretty decent and the customer service is good with the cashiers, manager and miscellaneous workers. They also have a deli inside which is popular in the area.

An
Review №15

Its convenient, but the produce selection is limited and often past its prime. You can get many items for the same price or cheaper at Whole Foods.

De
Review №16

Clean and neat. Well stocked. I can find things here that I cant find in the big chain markets. Prices are good. Produce section is as good as a vegetable/fruit market.

De
Review №17

The store has good pricing for certain items. However, beware that many foodstuffs are often expired or past the best by date. Stay away from meat and items that are easily perishable.

Vi
Review №18

Nice store. But, everything is over priced. Things that are on sale here, are often cheaper somewhere else at regular price.

El
Review №19

This a great store with so much variety. The customer service is just okay, but the store is very clean. This is one of my favorites in the area.

Mi
Review №20

Love this ❤️ market, clean and busy but hardly a long wait and really good with neighboring communities. Great job 👍

Be
Review №21

Very bright and super clean market everything is very fresh and the staff were friendly and great great service and Thankyou so much 😚

Co
Review №22

Great place to shop, all kinds of food, theres a deli with hot food if you dont want to cook, and various types of deserts. I love their nut section, the Germack squash seeds is the best. The store is very clean and well kept, go and have a great shopping experience.

Cy
Review №23

Amazing place to eat near Wayne state university it has everything from pizzia to chicken to comfort food. They have unlimited options on food and it is very affordable and the staff is amazing and always have a smile on

Th
Review №24

For a supermarket it is good. It has a wide variety of food and cooking/cleaning supplies, especially after the renovation it had a year or 2 ago. They have expanded their multiethic food section (which is pretty extensive now) and provide towards the back some of the proper cooking pans needed such as woks, etc. Its convenient if you live in the area but for some items you pay for that convenience. Its alright but it does have some good upsides such as having a UPS package delivery locker and a coin counter. It also has a counter where you can purchase pizza and shwarmas on the go. The stuffed pizza is a personal favorite of mine. Its perfect if you are a student/professor/teacher and need something really fast.

Ea
Review №25

Be aware of the frozen foods the dates are not expired but the all the frozen items I bought looked old like its expired or the freezers went out and they kept the defrosted foods. Also sales arent honored on the last day of the sale. The cashiers are very nice though.

Ki
Review №26

A store where you can get your grocery shopping done and a hot dinner for the family. Whether its pizza, shawarmas, fried chicken its all delicious and dont forget about desert. Their banana pudding I swear is like my grandma is in the back making a batch. Theres always a sale so expect great prices when you come to shop. And talk about service with a smile its like youre family when youre here.

JE
Review №27

The place is clean. The meats fresh and their prices not bad. The employees are polite.

Ga
Review №28

I really like the vegetarian and organic options! The excellent owner, Norman, is very courteous and hard working. Steve, one of the great, hard working, and courteous representatives at this store, along with Norman, both seem to help 100s and 100s of customers all day long and always with a great attitude! University Foods has been a dedicated store in Detroit for a Very long time...Even when other stores ignored our city. Thank you University Foods Team! Mrs. Garie Thomas-Bass Author of the book A Season of Gratitude A Day at a Time (AKA:A giraffe named Gratitude)

De
Review №29

Nice supermarket in the city. Had everything we needed. Good selection of beer and food.

Na
Review №30

I love the hot food counter located in the supermarket! They have all kinds of healthy delicious foods you can eat on the run. The supermarket itself...... Well thats a different story! Their prices are way to high but the produce selection is very nice especially when they offer the double up bucks

C.
Review №31

Overpriced. Not a big selection like a Kroger. This store closes earlier than other stores. It closes at 7p, even on busy weekends. Overall, disappointing.

An
Review №32

I was very impressed with the store. It had many items I could use at reasonable price. The hot and cold dept was great.

bu
Review №33

Love the deli and hot foods. Great service. Stuffed pizza was great!

Le
Review №34

University Foods Supermarket near Wayne State University stadium and main campus is a small supermarket but got a huge variety of products even larger than large chain supermarts, in some items like cheeses or beers. I recommend it for everyday shopping. One downside. They dont bake fresh bread in the pizza place they have. They should improve that. Otherwise is perfect.

Ga
Review №35

University foods has a nice vegetarian selection of foods.The owner, Norm, is very knowledgeable, courteous, and helpful. And Steve, is an excellent leader AND team member. Thankfully, this store has been an important and caring business in the Wayne State area for decades. Thanks for your continued loyalty to our city!

Os
Review №36

I,REALLY LIKE SHOPPING AT UNIVERSITY FOODSI ENJOY THE STAFF AN OWNER NORM AND FATHER AN ROD.I HAVE NEVER HAD A BED DAY AT THIS SUPERMARKET.IM HAVE ALWAYS, BEEN TREATED FAIRLY ON EVERY OCCASIONI, TRULYTHANK, GOD FOR THIS STORETHANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND SERVICESINCERELYMR.OSCARCNEAL

Wi
Review №37

Store is very clean and organized. Staff is friendly and helpful! I love the Deli which has a variety of salads and hot food made to order. The chicken Shwarmas are excellent!

Su
Review №38

The store seemed clean,food looked fresh.I went there for money orders.The food I got was very good. Not that expensive. I will go again.

Ru
Review №39

I have been going to this place since I was a little girl. It has always been one of my favorite places to go. They have such a variety and unique items as well. Their prices are pretty good for an independent market that doesnt have any other stores. They are always evolving, changing with the times.

La
Review №40

Good selection for the size of this store but, not perfect. The other day I went to University Foods and a guy at the door was turning people away telling them face masks were mandatory due to a Governors order. People wasted trips to shop there. After researching, I couldnt find any governor order saying that. I went to a couple of nearby markets and no one was being turned away for not having a mask. Same goes for Meijer. University Foods lost my business that day, and maybe permanently. There are other places close by that are just as good. They should not take their customers for granted!

Er
Review №41

I love going on picnics. And with such tasty selections that have fresh fruit. Good meats to grill up while on the go. And they have a hour foods spot for quick bits!

Pr
Review №42

I called the store and asked them If they had a certain item at the store, the gentlemen assured me, that the item was there. Fast af. Anyways, I went there after the phone call and the item wasn’t there and no body could give me explanation. Whoever it was, didn’t even bother to look and see if the item was actually there. Total waste of time. 😡

Jo
Review №43

They take meat left on shelves by customers, and put the room temperature meat right back in the cooler. They use injections (only on the top) to make rotten meat look fresh. Stay away from the todays special or you might end up in the ER.

An
Review №44

Been going 4 years. Mr. Eddie wonderful man. Made his money n the neighborhood n build strip manual. Stayed n the neighborhood. Nice stores n good service. Thank u Mr. Eddie.

Mi
Review №45

Doesnt look like a lot but the produce is great. The fresh cut fruit is really good. Its got a pretty good variety of stuff for a store its size as well.

Vo
Review №46

I like it because its a clean full service market near wanye state university. Nice people work there. Prices are good. They have lottery, cooked food which is awesome. Nice parking.

Pa
Review №47

Very clean and big the employees are very friendly and helpful they have a large variety of products,they serve hot food as well I like their salad shrimp and the crab salads are very good.

Gr
Review №48

Nice and clean. Staff is friendly. A little pricey. Considering where they are located.

I
Review №49

The place looks very decent and seems bustling. I had some Greek Pasta Salad that I didnt think had any meat in it. I think it had chicken in it but it was too late.

Ca
Review №50

Very good food in the deli. Store is decent and has alot more than many other local stores.

Su
Review №51

Its a super market mostly for the student of Wayne state university. Its in walking distance from the university and also has food court. Price is little bit high compared to Walmart, but if you consider the close vicinity to the university then its worth. Subway is besides it. It has a parking facility and pet bottles and cans recycling facility.

ca
Review №52

I grew up in the Wayne State area, and I have tons of memories of going here to get pizza and other delicious foods from the deli. I went today and the pizza taste exactly the same ! So good.

C
Review №53

This is my neighborhood grocery store. Customer sevice is great. I love the fresh produce which includes an array organic products. Good meat deals. The store is always clean and stocked. Not as affordable as Aldis but they make up for it in smiles and helpfulness.

Jo
Review №54

Clean, fast in and out.. convenient when Im in the area..Prices kinda HIGH for the area economy

An
Review №55

Well kept. Well stocked, but some things are over priced. That takes away from the bargains.

S.
Review №56

They have good sell. Other then that there none sell items are a little high so I dont shop there much.

Ja
Review №57

I have been shopping at this store for over 15 years. Wonderful staff, always aiming to please. Great selection of food and the freshest fruit and veggies ever!! Love this market!

An
Review №58

Clean well organized store that offers a large variety of foods. Helpful staff.

Ja
Review №59

Located in a small Plaza. Pretty regular grocery store, really close to the WSU campus. They do run bi weekly ads so you can save some money during your visit. The deli on the side is also pretty good and cheap.

Ra
Review №60

This market has the best soul food in town. ribs,chicken,pizza, meatballs, different sides, pasta salad and banana pudding!

Sy
Review №61

Always clean. A little pricey. Cashiers are always nice. I wanted to do a 3.5 stars. Lost 1.5 for the prices.

Ma
Review №62

The staff are always really nice and they give the kids fruit snacks at the checkout sometimes

Mi
Review №63

They have the best deli, and the friendliest staff. Prices are fair for midtown and the store is always clean everything is easy to find. They have everything you need.

Ro
Review №64

I have mixed emotions about this place. Great svc the food was very good. Ive eaten there 3x and got diarrhea each time. Sorry to say I wont get food from the Deli anymore.

Al
Review №65

Great service. Quick checkout. Has everything you need!

An
Review №66

Only grocery store within walking distance, only really go there for the superb deli/pizza place. High prices, questionable characters all about. Heard of many people in the neighborhood say they try to get scammed in the parking lot.

Ar
Review №67

Be careful with the expiration dates. Mid range pricing on products.

De
Review №68

Where you at in the city of Detroit you doing a great job. You are serving the community and Wayne State Community keep up the great work.

Wi
Review №69

This place is right next to where I live but my roommates and I go out of our way to avoid it. The food expires quickly. Employees are extremely unprofessional and rude. If you can overlook this, they do have some decent Michigan beer. Not a huge selection but it does the job if you forgot to pick up beer elsewhere.

Ca
Review №70

Quality of meat is decent and store has nice deli also good prices

Jo
Review №71

I have visited this store in the past they are well stocked and a good selection of all things..Real good for that neighborhood and WSU School...

Bh
Review №72

You will find Cheap and good quality foods available. Promotional offers are really good. One drawback which i found was few items gets expired soon.

Me
Review №73

Food was Seasoned well. Not many lunch options (4-5). Not during the summer anyway.

Ay
Review №74

They have a great selection of food although the prices are a little steep Im willing to pay because the food is a better grade in my opinion

Ma
Review №75

The hot food counter is always the best the food is as good as the customer service which has always been great for the last 18years that Ive been going there !!! Good job guys keep up the good work 💥💥💥💥✌️

Pa
Review №76

Ive shopped at this store for years. The people are friendly wide variety of foods, produce and an excellent deli👍

Ca
Review №77

I went to pay a light bill, first time paying there the lady at the machine was very friendly and helpful.

An
Review №78

I love this Grocery Store!!!! Great Hot Foods! Clean and Organized! Grest Weekly Sales! Needs a Deli, though!

Ju
Review №79

I got here for lunch quite often. The food is good. And they are very nice as well.

Ja
Review №80

Very nice and clean neighborhood super market. Very organized and employee are very knowledgeable.

Ni
Review №81

Love that these place includes a fresh deli/express carry-out restaurant

Ch
Review №82

I enjoy this grocery store a lot we didnt have a problem finding anything everybody was nice the atmosphere was nice the service was excellent everything was right there

Jo
Review №83

Been a customer for years. Friendly staff. Great hot food bar. Highly recommended.

Ga
Review №84

I always shop here. Food always fresh and friendly service. I shop here a lot so Im very familiar with the staff. Thank you 😍

Ni
Review №85

The experience was nice but the food prices are high compared to my normal grocery store. And they dont have a hot/cold deli.

An
Review №86

The prices here are rather high, so look for sales. The meat and fresh fruit veggie/fruit section are reasonably priced, for the most part. But for nearly everything else, I suggest skipping this place and go to Kroger or Meijer.

As
Review №87

Great grocery store. Always clean and fully stocked

Ne
Review №88

Place recently had a face lift, is by Wayne state university. Has real nice deli counter/ hot foods. Decent prices.

La
Review №89

Nice. We travel 15mins to this store because of the meat, some specials & the staff.

Na
Review №90

CANT WAIT TO GO BACK EVERYTHING IS FRESH AND CLEAN! AMEN.LOL

Dy
Review №91

Accidently ended up here when i made a wrong turn on Woodward. Dont know my way around but staff gave me adequate directions back from the lodge to 75. I bet the groceries are great too lol

Bo
Review №92

I havent gone much farther in the market, but its really beautiful. I wish I could divulge more, but all I did was use the Coinstar to make a change slip so to purchase a bottle of Orange Fanta. And I already had other coins not being pennies. Everything was good. I think Ill return there, for there is a Flagstar Bank to the west therein.Like I said, its just beautiful, so Ill check it out even farther, to see what else they have.

Ke
Review №93

Its close; beats driving all the way out to a Meijer. You know, to pick up a few things. Theyre selection is decent for their size. The staff is friendly too.

Ma
Review №94

Has grocery s for all nationalities every type of food a person could think of. I love this store.

Jo
Review №95

The only affordable food shopping in Detroit (Mid-Town and Downtown.

Yv
Review №96

Overpriced products. Most of the items are expired and you need to inform the employee to remove them! There is one cashier that is extremely rude and she is mostly selling lottery tickets.The pizza and deli foods are delicious but sometimes, they are not fresh at all. It is also a little expensive.

Ra
Review №97

Decent store, nothing spectacular. Higher prices than most grocery stores because its located so close to wayne state university. Friendly, great customer service

Ar
Review №98

I bs knowing them since 1982. Great people who care for the consumer.

Na
Review №99

Great supermarket. Love the prices

Th
Review №100

Very good selection of food products. Really cheap prices. Wide range of frozen products and beverages. Really good place for shopping

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  • Address:1131 W Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48201, United States
  • Site:https://universityfoodsdetroit.com/
  • Phone:+1 313-833-0815
Categories
  • Supermarket
  • ATM
  • Grocery store
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–8PM
  • Thursday:8AM–8PM
  • Friday:8AM–8PM
  • Saturday:8AM–6PM
  • Sunday:8AM–8PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Safety dividers at checkout:Yes
Highlights
  • Great produce:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Check cashing:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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