Green Ivy

Organic food store · Gowanus ·

Green Ivy

Organic food store · Gowanus ·

Organic grocery, deli, hot Korean dishes, global snacks

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244 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215 Get directions

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Mary H.K. Choi on Her Novel ‘Permanent Record’ and the Best Bodega Snacks | Eater

"A surprisingly large, 24-hour organic food store and deli in the Gowanus area of Brooklyn that feels bigger-than-bodega and blends ready-made convenience with an upscale, international snack selection. Shelves and cases are stocked with ready-made sushi and dumplings, counter-service sandwiches, hot Korean dishes like kimchi fried rice, and aisles overflowing with fresh avocados, Tate’s cookies, and an almost comical variety of ketchups and packaged treats from around the world. The store functions as a late-night hub — its graveyard-shift deli culture and inventive “Hot Snacks” ethos inspired the fictional deli in Mary H.K. Choi’s novel Permanent Record — and attracts adventurous, foodie-minded customers looking for nostalgic imported snacks, quick Korean comfort dishes, and inventive late-night meals. The author, a former local shopper, navigates the selection like an expert, praising particularly toothsome items such as milk chocolate with cornflakes and Australian licorice, underscoring the shop’s eclectic, multicultural appeal." - Jenny G. Zhang

https://www.eater.com/2019/9/3/20837388/mary-h-k-choi-permanent-record-interview-book-review

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Yuanxian Y.

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This grocery store has a wide variety of products. I was happy to find my child's favorite ice cream flavor, which had been out of stock at many other stores for a long time. However, I think the store's freezer might not be working properly, or perhaps there was a problem during the cold chain delivery process. I bought this ice cream twice in a row, and both times it was disappointing. It wasn't expired, but very sad looking. The store manager or owner should pay more attention to this.

Why O.

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A salad bar employee was pressuring me to purchase damaged lettuce in a prepackaged container. Fresh lettuce is not exchanged by the staff. He claimed that after I had to purchase the lettuce and pay $10 initially for it to be cut, the camera came out it was now only $5. My salad, they claimed, would cost $20, because their lettuce had gone bad. The guy followed me to the cash register. Attempted to add his $5 to the lettuce head of bill $2. I am being charged for his job description since he claims that there is no other way to pay him $5 through an input at the register.

sharona lee P.

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We stayed at Town place and had a mini kitchen in our room. So this was my go to for groceries. Perfectly normal grocery store had just minimal amount of stuff which is all we needed. Had fresh fruit, which is our favorite. And little snacks. The one thing I couldn't find is like a pre-cooked Chicken meat, some thing of that nature. Something you might find at Trader Joe's. But all in all, I thought it was great. I spoke to someone who worked there when I was checking out and they were very pleasant. I always bring my own bags, no matter where I'm going. And I understand that prices are higher in certain areas. But I didn't buy any premade sandwiches or juices. There was a picture of the things that we bought came to around 70

D J.

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Good place for groceries. It did feel a bit cramped, and most of the items I needed weren’t available. That said, the staff spoke Spanish, which helped. Overall, I’d recommend it.

KB B.

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Stopped in to get some random grocery items. Felt like they were watching me / thinking I was going to steal. Which is bizarre considering I had no bag, literally just my phone in my hand. Switched it up real quick when I paid for all my stuff.

Jarrod C.

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Had 2 weeks in Brooklyn and stopped here for breakfast every morning. The gentlemen in the deli are fantastic and always have a laugh (regardless of my Auzzie accent). The shop has gorgeous flowers lining the outside with a range of great fruit. Prices are cheap as can be and there are deals everyday. Plenty of Asian ingredients too if you're after something in particular. Love it here :)

Xinyi S.

Google

DO NOT COME HERE!!! The store sales a lot of expired stuffs, we are already not trusting them. Our friends visited and brought us 3 pack of mochi. The mochi were all melted and gone bad. We went and asked for a refund, they offered us store credit or wait in store for manager to come to approve the refund. We waited for 20mins and no one came, eventually we can’t wait any longer and was kind of forced to use the credit. I would highly suggest do not come here for groceries.

Teresa P.

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I stayed in the TownePlace hotel right around the corner from Green Ivy and it quickly became my daily stop for a sandwich, salad, etc. They had the very beat blackberries I have ever eaten and a fabulous beer selection. Clerks were friendly and I really wish my neighborhood had a Green Ivy!

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391,688 Postcards · 10,991 Cities

Mary H.K. Choi on Her Novel ‘Permanent Record’ and the Best Bodega Snacks | Eater

https://www.eater.com/2019/9/3/20837388/mary-h-k-choi-permanent-record-interview-book-review

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Yuanxian Y.

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Why O.

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sharona lee P.

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D J.

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Good place for groceries. It did feel a bit cramped, and most of the items I needed weren’t available. That said, the staff spoke Spanish, which helped. Overall, I’d recommend it.

KB B.

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Jarrod C.

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Xinyi S.

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Teresa P.

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