As for the Mercado, the store is always clean and they usually have great deals on fresh produce and meat. I can't say the same for everything else. Prices tend to be rather steep on things like name brand box pastas, certain canned veggies, ice cream, cereal and soft/sport drinks. Usually these items cost about twice as much as your local HEB. But over all the experience is pleasant and no where near as hectic as an HEB. I can appreciate the Ace hardware store conveniently located next door. It helps to consider the Lowes a one stop shop. But the prices are down right crazy. Will gladly make my way to Sutherlands in Alice.
As for the Mercado, the store is always clean and they usually have great deals on fresh produce and meat. I can't say the same for everything else. Prices tend to be rather steep on things like name brand box pastas, certain canned veggies, ice cream, cereal and soft/sport drinks. Usually these items cost about twice as much as your local HEB. But over all the experience is pleasant and no where near as hectic as an HEB. I can appreciate the Ace hardware store conveniently located next door. It helps to consider the Lowes a one stop shop. But the prices are down right crazy. Will gladly make my way to Sutherlands in Alice.