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Nestled in Northampton, MA, River Valley Co-op is a beloved food haven that embraces local farmers and suppliers, offering a wide range of organic and vegetarian options. Customers rave about the delicious meals, friendly service, and well-stocked store filled with beautiful food and goods. While some suggest streamlining offerings and reducing costs, many appreciate the emphasis on community and sustainable practices. With a spacious layout, impressive wine selection, and commitment to quality, River Valley Co-op stands out as a top choice for fresh, wholesome, and locally sourced ingredients. A true gem in the New England food scene.
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River Valley Co-op
River Valley Co-op is a beloved food destination located in Northampton, MA. This co-op offers a wide range of utilities including delivery, wheelchair accessibility, Apple Pay acceptance, catering services, private parking, and compostable containers.
With a commitment to supporting local farmers and suppliers, River Valley Co-op is praised for its delicious food at reasonable prices, with a focus on vegetarian, vegan, and organic options. Customers rave about the friendly service and the emphasis on local products, making it a great spot to shop for groceries and enjoy a meal.
I personally admire the co-op's dedication to offering high-quality, fresh, and natural foods, as well as their impressive selection of wines and ready-made foods. The spacious and well-stocked store, along with the helpful staff, create a welcoming atmosphere that keeps customers coming back. If you're in the area, a visit to River Valley Co-op is a must for a truly enjoyable food experience.
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“ So so freaking delicious!! Every bite was so good. So happy I decided to finally try this place. My new go to for a good meal ”
“ Good food @ reasonable prices. Good vegetarian & vegan options. Organic options. Supports local farmers & suppliers. Friendly pleasant service. It's a great co-op!!! ”
“ This is a really nice co-op. As with most co-ops, I love their emphasis on local food but I think they could go further to cut back on high priced items that most people don't need, like fancy cheeses, expensive olive oil and wines. They could reduce costs by not trying to offer everything, having fewer employees, not staying open as late. They don't need to offer prepared foods with counter service. I wish it were more like Trader Joe's or Aldi but with local products. ”
“ We LOVE River Valley Co-op, both this location and the one in Easthampton. The store is spacious and so well-stocked with beautiful food and other goods. The people there are friendly and helpful. They have gorgeous plants and flowers for sale, ready-made foods as well as all kinds of natural foods including a great bulk section. Their selection of wines is also impressive. Every time we visit the area, we make a pilgrimage to River Valley Co-op! ”
“ Love a good food Co-op and this one is one of the best in New England. Tasty, fresh, good for you food. I'd love to have one nearer to us in Hartford, CT ”
“ You pay more for the local products but you're supporting sustainability and compassion. The staff here is phenomenal and the kitchen in particular does a fantastic job. ”
“ Longtime members of this excellent co op. Yes it's small, yes the aisles are narrow but the quality and pricing of the food is better than Whole Foods by a long mile. Plus the money stays in the community and supports local farmers, suppliers and makers. ”
“ A rather crabby person posted that he would never shop there because it is a store that tells you what not to eat. Really? I often think about the vegetables we ate when I was a child in the 50s. Veggies came in cans with the exception of the only fresh veggies then found in stores: potatoes, carrots, celery, cabbage, bell peppers and lettuce. In season tomatoes brightened the aisles. Today, the veggies I serve include chestnuts, artichokes, asparagus, avocados, Swiss chard, squash. The Co-op's veggies are fresher than those at chain supermarkets and the prices are not necessarily higher. In general, the variety of fruits and veggies beats the competition. Neither is the meat more pricey. I like having a choice of meat wrapped in butcher paper and not offered on a styrofoam tray, bound in cling wrap. The Co-op's higher priced meats and seafood are those rarely seen at most markets. A winning product for me is milk sold in glass bottles. In general, shopping at the Co-op involves less plastic. In the 15 years I have lived here, I have, perhaps, bought milk in plastic three times and they were during my 1st month. The Co-op also sells the only yogurt I have purchased in years which is made in Hawley, Mass, as well as granola from the Berkshires. Much of its beautiful fruit comes from orchards about an hour's drive away. Yes, I do shop at other stores, because each market specializes in certain products, such as frozen foods. I use few, but, again, they largely come from a vendor that specializes in frozen food. ”
“ I sort of found this place by accident while driving around North Hampton. I saw all of the electric cars with "peace" and "save the planet" bumper stickers in the parking lot and knew I had to go in and see what it was about. If I lived here, I'd shop here all the time. There were a lot of local goods here. I picked up some local cider, as well as coffee and produce here. Every year I make it a point to get honeynut squash when I visit up north because for some reason it's next to impossible to get here in Florida, and they had them on sale so I took advantage and stocked up on that. They have a variety of foods for all diets. keto, paleo, vegan, you name it. Especially a variety of prepared foods which is reasonably priced and delicious. Will definitely visit again. ”
