If you are either a baby boomer or part of the Greatest Generation, you probably remember shopping at small, locally-owned and family-operated grocery stores and shops. While these stores are now harder to come by, you can still find them amidst the generic chains, serving up excellent service, brands, and various local fare. If you love shopping local and crave friendly and personalized service, you will want to visit one or all of these 6 incredible South Dakota supermarkets:
1. Buche Foods (Gregory)
While Buche may be a small chain (it has 4 different locations around South Dakota), it was founded in and still based in the Mount Rushmore State and is currently managed by 4th generation family members. No matter what it is you are looking for, you are sure to find it at Buche!
Address: 222 US-18, Gregory, SD 57533
2. Breadroot Natural Foods Co-op (Rapid City)
Located in Rapid City, Breadroot Natural invites you to "Think Different, Buy Local, Shop the Co-op," which you can do by purchasing local meat, dairy, produce, and wellness products. In addition to offering excellent service and products, Breadroot hosts several markets and special events for the community.
Address: 100 East Boulevard North, Rapid City, SD, 57701
3. Franklin Food Market (Sioux Falls)
Since 1949, Franklin Food Market has been a Sioux Falls institution thanks to not only its great selection but deep community roots. While some small grocers can seem a bit expensive, Franklin is different in that it offers weekly specials that cannot be beaten!
Address: 711 North Cliff Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57103
4. Kessler's (Aberdeen)
Kessler's has come a long way since it first opened in 1940. What started as a modest shop on the corner of Fifth Avenue and State Street has turned into a thriving megastore that employs 250 and offers a famous ad match guarantee. (Did we mention that Kessler's also offers personal shoppers who will do all the hard work for you?)
Address: 615 6th Avenue Southeast, Aberdeen, SD 57401
5. Benja's Mexican Store (Rapid City)
If you have been searching high and low for an authentic Mexican grocer, you have come to the right place. Whether you need traditional foods, party supplies, or even decor, you will find it at a great price at Benja's.
Address: 710 North Lacrosse Street, Rapid City, SD 57701
6. Haggar's Grocery (Summerset)
This Summerset shop may not look like your typical grocery store because it's not... it's even better! Locally owned and operated, Haggar's has everything you could need and then some, making for one of SoDak's best grocery stores.
Address: 8031 Stagestop Road, Summerset, South Dakota
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