Central Market

Cat F 4 months ago

The produce section alone is worth visiting for the beauty of displays and varieties available. They have their own mushroom incubator and of course make fresh juices. I often go for the wall of tea, stocking up on brands I can't find locally and they have bulk teas too, as well as bulk coffee, spices, nuts, ect. Their meat and seafood selections look fresh too. Sometimes I just come for the good, reasonably priced food in the Cafe, with live music on the weekends. If you are in need of a particular ingredient for a special recipie, or want to try something new, you can find it here.

TXWylde a month ago

This place used to be my to go place to pick up grab and go meals when I was not sure what to cook. It had been a few years since I stopped in here. I pull into the parking lot and it's a zoo. As I entered through the restaurant side, I make my way over to the prepared food case. I was impressed they had a bunch of options if I wanted to make my own meal. I had been looking for the two can dine prepared meals. I did ask the young girl working the counter who seemed a bit confused and then told me to "go ask the guy stocking the shelves". I walk over and the guy disappeared. I did find the two can dine bags.They only had two options, glazed meatloaf and crab cakes. I am very impressed with all the options available with meat, seafood and the bakery. If I wanted a hot meal, I can grab food at the their restaurant. I did make my way around the isles and was glad to see there was still a "short cut" to the check out lanes. Heb for the love of God, you need to enforce you policy of "no pets" in the store. There are signs on both entrance doors that say "Service Dogs only". In fact, there is a whole Reddit channel where folks post pictures of entitled shoppers bringing their dogs in the store and putting them in baskets. Now before someone chimes in and says "well this is Austin", HEB has a policy prohibiting "non Service animals" in their store. Secondly, how many health code violations are being broken by turning a blind eye? Someone could chime in and say, "Well you do not know it was not a "Service Dog". When the dog is ridding in a basket on a blanket and is barking their heads off like this one was, you can tell that it was not a "Service Dog". The store management needs to start asking "What job does that dog provide you?" If they reply, "Emotional Support", they can politely say "Emotional Support Animals" are not service animals according to the ADA and therefore not welcome in the store. The problem is Management is too afraid to bring it up because they do not want to be sued. You can not be sued by asking that one simple question that qualifies what the job of the animal is. Business DO have the right to refuse service to anyone. The barking dog made my shopping trip very distracting as I tried to make my way through the store. The check out lanes were moving, but had a moderate amount of traffic. The store was well stocked, but thought customer service could be a bit better. The employees I interacted with were not "Texas Friendly". Come on HEB, enforce your policies so everyone can have a pleasant shopping trip. You enforced mask mandates during COVID, you can certainly enforce policies that YOU have written with regards to animals in your store.

Julie Angell Taylor 6 months ago

We have always loved Central Market. I shop there from time to time and order their holiday meals, love it! Last year I had them cater my Sister's Celebration of Life gathering. Such a good decision. I had considered other bakeries and restaurants, but am so glad I chose CM. We had brunch, which was pastries, quiche, coffee and juice. The coffee came with creamer and sugar, stir sticks...the pastries were absolutely amazing. And the quiche was delicious too. For such an unexpected traumatic time in my life, I am forever thankful that CM took such good care of us. I was very proud of how everything turned out.

Anna Schmidt 2 months ago

I absolutely love Central Market. The selection of fresh produce, high quality meats and artisan products is truly impressive. Every visit feels like a culinary adventure with so many unique and hard to find items from around the world. The staff is always friendly and knowledgeable and the store is clean and well organized. Whether you are looking for everyday groceries or something special for a dinner party, Central Market never disappoints. Highly recommend to anyone who appreciates great food.

Dmitriy Mykalo a year ago

Central Market is an impressive grocery destination that goes far beyond a typical supermarket. The selection of vegetables, fruits, and greens is massive—easily ten times more diverse than in a regular grocery store. Everything looks incredibly fresh, with a noticeably better quality than most standard supermarkets. The seafood and meat departments are equally extensive, offering a wide variety of fresh options. The wine section is well-stocked, and there’s a strong emphasis on organic products throughout the store. The beautifully arranged displays make shopping here a visually appealing experience. What’s even better is that despite the premium quality, prices are lower than at Whole Foods. With its vast selection, fresh produce, and competitive pricing, Central Market is a top choice for anyone looking for high-quality groceries. Highly recommended!