Guido's Fresh Marketplace

I’m not sure who is training the people behind the deli counter, but they really don’t know how to slice meat. There’s one or two people that know, but in general I’ve been really disappointed because it’s like they don’t even understand how food works. I’m attaching a video of the mortadella that I asked to be sliced very thin, and it’s like I don’t even want a piece of ham or turkey cut this thick, let alone the imported meats that I consciously decide to splurge and spend money on. Like learn to respect the food you are handling. Then maybe you’ll know that serving sliced meat this thick is the worst and doesn’t do any justice to the food, let alone show respect for the animal giving its life, or for my time I’ve spent earning money to then pay for this. Guidos markets itself as a high-end grocer, and they do have lots of things, but their prepared foods and baked goods are made with cheap ingredients and so it’s not very good, so overall I’ve been disappointed because they are not living up to the level they are trying to be. And a quick mention on how rude the people are at the health/beauty section. Like to the point where I question if I’m the one who doesn’t understand basic social skills because they act like being so rude and inconsiderate is normal.

Anyone who knows me knows I am a HUGE fan of Guido's. From the produce to the fish and meats, sourdough bread, cheese section and desserts Guido's has it all and at a quality that is second to none. I decided to write this review and give only 4 stars because of a recent "discovery" I made in the meat section that felt like a "cheap shot" and something I never would have expected from Guido's. It is no surprise that I am a big fan of all different meats at Guido's and I absolutely love the marinades you can get to accompany them...I often request marinade when I order pork or meat. What I realized this weekend was that Guido's charges for the marinades at the same rate as the meat itself. They fill the bag with marinade before they weigh it and tag it at the cost of the meat!!! When I inquired about this with the elderly attendant in glasses, his reply was "of course we are going to charge for it, it is a cost to us" as if I expected to get something for free. For anyone who shops at Guido's, it seems pretty clear that we are willing to pay top dollar so the comment seemed quite out of place. Separate from the comment, it does not seem to make sense to charge the same price for a marinade as for the meat itself. If I order fillet mignon, will I pay the fillet price for marinade too? Seems a different charge structure for marinade might be in order here. Shame on Guido's for shaming me!

This is the best grocery store that we have ever visited. We have to travel an hour to get here but it is a nice ride as long as there isn't snow on the ground. This grocery store is how grocery stores used to be - friendly, piles of foods around, and samples. The last time we visited, they had samples of dips, cheese and watermelon which were to die for. Their hot bar menu is always so appetizing with so many options to pick from that are healthy. The soups also look very good which we haven't had the chance to try yet. We will definitely be coming back soon.

Absolutely fantastic renovation. Maybe most beautiful store in the Berkshires. Everything well done with so much attention to detail. Shop for the groceries but stay for the sensational sushi and burritos. All by local people who care and put in so much love ❤️

A typical high end grocery store experience. I mainly go for the cafe there as their pre-made salad combos and soups are very good and those are fairly priced for what you get. The rest of the store I found is anywhere from $1-$3 higher for the identical items elsewhere, for example crackers. I just happened to go up/down some of the aisles and the prices of items I typically purchase elsewhere were much higher. The store is clean, cashiers are friendly. I will continue to shop here for items that I feel are a good value and for those products that I cannot easily purchase elsewhere, but I would not do my weekly grocery shopping at Guido’s.

I visit weekly for the fresh fish, meat counter , produce and the bulk items . I love to staff and it’s the freshest and least painful buying with Minimal Plastic and Styrofoam. Anywhere I can go to purchase nuts, oats , rice , tea , spices , fish and other fresh food Without Plastic , …..that’s a good stop … check it out

This is truly one of the best places to shop for reasonable prices and the freshest ingredients. Guido’s has an incredible cheese selection, with lots of tempting options and samples throughout the store (as shown in the video), along with fresh fruit and specialty items. They also offer a senior discount three days a week, which is such a thoughtful bonus. It’s a genuine one-stop shop with a quaint, welcoming feel that keeps me coming back.

I went there for first time about 6 weeks ago! It was a rainy Sunday and I was just looking for something to do. I just loved the flower shop there and ended up getting two plants and the great staff helped me pick out a vase. I just had a baby bloom in one of the plants and she gave me care instructions ! Look forward to future visits ! Definitely not like a regular grocery store !

We have been going to Tanglewood and the Berkshires for years and never crossed paths here before this summer. This is THE JEWEL of the Berkshires-- particularly for the Lee and Lenox area. This lovely farmstand style market serves THE best produce, meats, seafood, and to go meals you will find anywhere. We stayed for four days and decided to skip restaurants altogether because the food was so much cheaper and better quality here. We grabbed all our prepped food there and ate it al fresco around town. They made all of our sandwiches to order (they even cut the deli meat to order)!! Best sandwiches ever. They also sell wine and beer and have a lovely selection. Did I mention they also have a lovely gift shop area filled with goodies and plants and HomeGoods? We grabbed some beautiful plants and gifts to take home for our families. It's a bit of a zoo parking wise but be patient and you shall reap the rewards. I am honestly hesitant to even post this review because I want to keep this gem to myself but they're just way too good and I should not be so selfish. For all my Tanglewood friends-- run now and go and prep your perfect picnic for the lawn.

This market has it all.. specialty foods, lots of prepped to go choices, the cheese selections are amazing. I can't think of anything bad about this place

Incredible service. Sam is immensely knowledgeable and super friendly. His help and recommendations were invaluable. Better shopping experience than I think I've ever had before. Will absolutely be coming back.

I love this place. I don't live in the area but every time I'm here, I make a trip into this magical little store. The bakery, and all its wonderful offerings, are to die for. The cheese department is out of this world and quite frankly, dangerous. I don't even try to control myself. I love wandering the aisles and just grabbing random, interesting items. There are wonderful local items in their freezer meat and dairy case; I've had some of the best raw scallops of my life from their fish department. Their prepared foods are high quality and they even have a great little kitchen supply store. Every person I've ever spoken to there is kind and helpful. If I ever move up here, this store will be one of the major reasons why. It's every food lovers dream.

There is a decent selection here and the staff are friendly. Nothing outstanding but it is a nice place to shop. They have decent prices and the decor reminds me of Trader Joes. You can go here or the Big Y next door. They both seem to be about the same.

Three of us got two burritos and a sandwich from their takeout counter. We weren't sure if it was policy at Guido's, or incompetence, but nothing was seasoned. Like, no salt at all. None. Everything was bland. Every single ingredient. And the fact that the sandwich took 10 minutes to make (it was a cold sandwich) only made the experience that much more exasperating.

I absolutely love Guido's. The experience of shopping at Guido's is enjoyable because you're surrounded by a well-curated selection of food. The fish I have had has been excellent, as has the produce. Some specific favorites are the house-made orange juice, the raisin bread pudding in the bakery section, the cheese (oh my god the cheese! ask about the one made from water buffalo milk), and the shrimp/avocado roll in the sushi section. You can pretty much guarantee that anything you buy from here will be delicious. So while yes, more expensive, I end up not wasting anything. Groceries from Guido's are on another level.

If I owned a grocery store, I'd want it to be like Guido's Fresh Marketplace. It's not cheap, but the quality is very good, which translates to value because what I place in my body is important. In addition, the employees are personable, caring and professional and make shopping here enjoyable.

The Guido sandwich from the Pittsfield location is the OG and not for the faint hearted. I hope this store is still training because it's a good sandwich but not the same as Pittsfield - and for the price, not worth it.

We shopped here twice, and have a generally favorable perspective on this market. It's a smaller market, somewhat of a specialty market, which seems to focus on quality produce and meat. They have limited options for certain items including paper products, etc. We thought the prices gravitated toward the higher side, then again, if the quality is better, prices can be higher. They were adhering to COVID guidelines, masks mandated and hand sanitizer available. Would we ship here again when in the area? Sure. Would we select a Wegman's over this market it there were one in the general area? Yes.

I recently shopped at Guido's, was disappointed to find they had no triple creme Brie cheese. The store employee offered up a local cheese, which was runny and salty. the butcher/meat selection continues to be awesome.

I love guidos but there pizza is absolutely revolting need to stick with what you now guys and it aint piza

Fantastic market. I hadn't been through the area in 20 years and we were driving through and my wife saw the place. The produce was fresh, a huge cheese selection, great deli, meat and fish section. We tried the fall coffees and kombucha and were a happy bunch when we left. We're now planning trips to come through the are just for Guido's.

Visited their fully renovated place for the first time this week. Wow!! What a great place to browse, sometimes taste and have access to amazing variety. Yes, a bit pricy but a gem in the area

What a wonderful grocery store. The staff is so attentive and helpful, the produce has a good local selection and always looks fresh, and they have some great unique pantry items that I've never seen elsewhere

My husband and I have been going to the Berkshire for years and came across this gem of place a couple weeks ago. Its a small market with lots of fresh produce and seafood!

If you have the bucks, this is a fabulous place to be able to shop at. Everything from the produce to the sushi to the meats are pristine. Everything. They sell wine and a small variety of liquor as well as desserts and sandwiches made fresh. I am selective about what I buy there but love the sushi and today we enjoyed the rice free type that's assembled in a rice wrapper. If you are in Great Barrington, this well liked destination is a one stop place to get all of your home or picnic needs.

As others have said, this is a must stop for quality, small batch goodies, including everything! The service is so friendly and kind. The u.s. economy has benefited from my oversized purchase :p I actually found chocolate bars that 'were not made in a tree nut facility' for a friends allergic child! That's other worldly, or so I thought. Thanks guido.

I love Guido's. I shop there at ;least once a week and will continue doing so. Their produce and other products are great and the staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful. I do have a complaint, however. When they stopped stocking Marketplace products, the quality of some offerings has declined. Specifically, the chicken salad made by Guido's is not nearly as good as the Marketplace chicken salad they used to carry. The meat in the chicken salad we recently bought (2 containers) was rubbery and the pieces were too big. I hope they will remedy this issue going forward. If it weren't for the loss of the Marketplace products, I'd give them 5 stars.

They don't season their sushi rice!!! It is just plain rice :( This makes for very disappointing sushi.

This is the best high-end food store in the area. No question about it. There isn't a single fault I can find with Guido's, and because we spend so much there I've certainly tried! Veggies, fish, meat, stuff in bottles and cans of all types from seemingly everywhere. Good deli, too. Guido's isn't inexpensive, but here you absolutely get what you pay for!

Ideal destination for the highest quality, ethically sourced food. Amazing selection and well stocked. Staff is always kind and tremendously helpful. Grateful for Guidos serving the community of GB and beyond.

Great, great place. Superb quality, realistic prices and some of the nicest people who work there I have ever met. Always respectful of customers and knowledgeable in so many area. Someone wrote on Yelp that they do not like New Yorkers-do not believe that comment! I am a New Yorker and the Guidos staff is fantastic. It's the best! Whole Foods in the Berkshires but better!

Great produce quality, a nice marker. I'm used to paying more for quality but would suggest the markups here can be extreme compared to the exact same products available next door.

Great food,outstanding service. Curated food selection. Exquisite 1st class fish, meat, & produce galore! Love, love love Guido's!!

Hmmm, Usually an amazing place with a great selection of high-end products. Tonight we spent $30.15 on 8 Scallops and they tasted horrible. The ammonia taste rose into my sinuses. That's how bad they were. I have yet to call them tomorrow and ask them for a refund. Let's see how they treat the situation. Will keep you posted with an update. 4/3 update: Fish market which is leased out to Guido's returned my call and said there is nothing wrong with their scallops, refused to cooperate and actually had the nerve to ask me to bring them back! It took every ounce of constraint to ask him how he wanted them packaged. I called the store and am having a manager call me back, since the fish department is so delusional and devoid of the importance of the customer experience. Maybe their manager will teach them a lesson about how to treat customers who go in and can't even spend less than $100 for bread, olive oil and some beets. 4/3 update: Matthew owner/manager sounded concerned and genuinely apologized, and offered a $30 gift certificate, but I asked for a refund and he's willing to work it out. Apparently it's not something they do. But they did it. He understood the importance of the customer experience and how that translates to positive revenue for his store. That's why he's a manager, and the other guy isn't. I have bumped up the stars from two to three. In this day and age, my money is hard-earned and if you charge me $6.00 for a small bunch of asparagus it better be fresh. Same goes for fish. Guidos is part of my foodie experience. It's unfortunate I had to make three calls. They should have offered me a gift card on top of my refund, not make me call three times. They will only earn another star from me when they exceed my expectations. Being a status quo market? We have plenty of those.

The rudest people I ever encountered. Rude with miserable attitudes. Limited selection. Poor quality produce. I won't go back

I love stopping by Guidos whenever I am in the Berkshires! They have everything- great quality, fair prices, and cool finds! They have a great selection of wines as well so it's really a one stop shop.They did charge for paper bags- which I thought was odd but maybe it's Mass. law lol.

As a local farmer, I value what people think of what I produce here at Joshua's Farm. I'm surprised by some of the comments and thought I would offer a view from the back door. Guidos is top notch, back, front, sideways. It doesn't get any better than this. They value local farms and farmers- you have to get through a selections process before you are approved to sell your products here. And the hard working purveyors are here - from the Mennonites delivering milk to the greens raised in local greenhouses, scallops harvested the day before and phenomenal cheeses and my eggs from milk fed hens- and so much more. It's as close as you can get to an outdoor fresh produce market in Europe. Producing good local food in artisinal quantities is expensive and labor intensive, organic or not. If the cost is more than Stop and Shop there is a reason for it- quality. The staff is outstanding- and the ownership is clear on customer service. IME, Everyone is treated equally. Remember that it might be tough being an essential worker to smile by the end of a long day. I once delivered to three places and could sell five times what I produce now to other places. I limit my delivery to Guidos because they are the best and care the most about quality and customer service. BTW- my first cow was bought as a heifer at Echo Farm in New Hampshire (yes, my extraordinary eggs are from milk fed hens and GMO free, free ranging) Everyone who buys a heifer from Echo Farm gets a small case of their Echo Farm pudding. I talked them into arranging to be considered to sell at Guidos and I understand it is now available. If you like an honest, not overly sweet and pure as heaven pudding- try the Echo Farm pudding in several flavors. So glad its available here now.

On my most recent trip there I was in for a couple of items and had a terrible experience with customer service at the front check out. The cashier was speaking with the customer in front of me--clearly a friend and glared at me as I approached her line. She proceeded to carry out her conversation and would not even address me. As my transaction was being processed she and this woman had their backs turned to me like I was impeding on their conversation. I did not wait for my receipt to be printed and left the store with out any interaction from the cashier. Being in customer service I must say this was a very unprofessional and rude way to treat a customer who supports the community by buying locally.

Great prices, great produce, fish, meats, e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g ! Just bring your shopping bags or a box - no plastic bags in town.

Not to be a jerk, but my standards have changed over the past four years. (Oh goodness...that sounded a bit horrible, yes? Ha! My apologies.) As a former resident of a small town in Northwestern CT, I used to get SO excited to go to Guido's, because we could get all sorts of awesome items. Everything at my local Stop & Shop or Big Y was so...generic. I could get organic brands I had never heard of, pick my own baby spinach out of a basket, or get a small pint of micro-batched ice cream for an exorbitant price...but who cared! It was local, organic, and had figs, cherries, bacon, and mint in it! (Well, not really, but you get the picture.) Now...not only does my hometown's Stop & Shop carry many of the once elusive items that only Guido's carried, so does every place in NYC where I now live, and that includes the bodega across the street that carries six kinds of Cabot cheddar and organic chickpea flour. I don't feel it's necessary for me to get more unique items up there anymore when I am visiting home. It's not necessarily worth the 20 minute drive north. Still, all that being said...I still like Guido's. It's a fun and quirky marketplace that still has lots to offer; if I wanted to get something from a local butcher, I'd still trust their selection (namely their seafood) over anything else. I especially enjoy their fresh-made pastas. And who doesn't love to sip on hot mulled apple cider while walking around their store, or picking up complimentary gouda and white wine samples? This place used to be ahead of the game, but now local supermarket chains are catching up and offering many of the same products. It's the nature of the consumer beast. Still, I consider this place to be quite the staple in Great Barrington. It ain't going anywhere anytime soon.

Holy Expensive Batman! This is a gourmet market and carries a wide variety of organic/locally grown/ gluten free items. This is not really the place that you would come to do a regular shopping trip unless you've got money hanging out the anus, in which case- good for you. The dessert counter has some pretty good desserts. The red velvet cupcakes were pretty good. A little dry but the icing was yummy. I would come here to get specialized items and maybe some veggies/fruits, but that's pretty much about it.

Yes, it may be on the pricey side, but many of their offerings (most notably, the meat, seafood and produce) are so fresh that I don't mind paying a bit extra. This outpost is located in Great Barrington, and conveniently situated next to the Big Y Supermarket. I often go to the Big Y first to obtain packaged goods, which are invariably cheaper than their counterparts at Guido's. The parking lot is large, and I've never had trouble finding a spot, no matter how crowded it is. The produce selection is extensive, with many items originating from local Bershire farms. The seafood has never disappointed me, and you would do yourself a favor to take home a container if the house made cocktail sauce (medium spicy is best). The meat counter is usually crowded, but the wait is rarely more than 5 to 7 minutes. I love that they have multiple varieties of ground meat; 75% chuck, 85% sirloin, and my personal fave, brisket burgers. Prepared foods (curried chicken salad is amazing) and cheese counters are also worth a visit.

I remember when this place opened way back when. People said it woundn't last. But, it has. Where else would New Yorkers get their groceries? Big Y? Certainly you jest. I consider myself a native of the Berkshires, though, and I have shopped here from time to time. Good store.

Gorgeous place. The small carts should be a clue that you should not go on a buying spree here, and our bill was indeed jaw-dropping. That being said, the produce is glorious, the seafood is a joy to behold. Amazing selection of dry goods by the pound and tons of organic stuff. I spent a long time shopping and enjoyed every moment. I won't go shopping there every week, but certainly will to stock up on special items and when I want fantastic food.

I was disappointed in my visit to Guido`s. For those of you who might be purchasing fresh seafood or meat here, you will pay absurd prices, think $18/pound for fish. And also pay crazy high prices for coffee, which now haven consumed, was certainly not worth it. The beer selection is very small and while they had a couple decent selections, Guido`s really needs to step up their offerings, as it will only benefit their bottom line. Oh well, I plan on going back to Great Barrington in the future, but unless a friend requests it, I do not anticipate stopping back into Guido`s again.

Oy Vey! Such a place! No deals, why would you want a deal? Sheesh, spend a few bucks.

This is an amazing grocery store. It's like God picked up the world's greatest Whole Foods and dropped it in Great Barrington. God also decided to double Whole Foods prices. That really is my only complaint about this place. The prices are astronomical. I really dug the samples that they were giving away the day I was in there. I went back at least 5 times.

Wonderful market with incredible fresh vegetables and fish sauce great and wines always willing to help also

Customer service is great to me. Love the special items I can find anywhere else (or easily). It's all in one place right here. Top of my list is the Vitamin D, Vitamin B12+ and Melatonin drops - with no added flavoring.

I am a Guido's fan big time and have spent a lot of hard earned money there. Adoration goes to their focus on local food,vegan and gluten free items, organic vegetables, sea food, free samples, bakery, wine selection, fish and flowers. I don't eat meat but my friends who do swear by Guido's and often drive from far, far away to get their pork chops and steaks. They have a delicious section for take out food if you just want to zap something in the microwave when you get home. Stews, quiche, chicken, fish, mashed potatoes....whatever you want. And their bakery....amazing. The staff is super friendly and helpful. They remember you and what you like...Lots of local art work on the wall. This is well worth a trip if you are in the area for Jacob's Pillow, antique shopping or any of the great outdoor activities in the Great Barrington area.

I am a market geek ... every time I travel somewhere, one of the first things I do is hit local, non-chain markets. This is one of the best! Great meats/fresh seafood! Made a memorable paella with 100% of ingredients from Guidos!

Pricey, but the quality and service almost justify it. Used to go here every morning for my sushi lunch and iced tea. Sushi under $5, yes please! And it's tasty. Friendly and brilliant service at the bread/dessert counter. Actually all counters are friendly and brilliant. The deli, meat and fish guys are great. Am definitely not someone with a lot of money so I usually hate walking into these stores as I feel so out of place, but Guido's definitely makes you feel welcome. Always say hello when you walk in and always offering help as you walk along the aisles. And free samples most days, always a plus! Love it here and definitely recommend.

Lovely kind and helpful staff. Always walks you to what you are looking for. They totally know their merchandise and readily pull out their phones and quickly research questions they can't answer. Great courteous butcher, floral and bakery sections. Healthy food...love this place...And the people..

Normally I have nothing but praise for Guido's, but today I had a less than happy experience. I had ordered a 12 pound turkey, because my husband and I will be celebrating alone, but was given a 14.5 pound one. I then asked for a pound of chicken livers, to make a paté. When I got home I discovered that I had been charged the $3.99/pound (whole turkey, said the label) for the chicken livers instead of the $2.99/pound shown in the meat case. I of course did not discover it until after I got home, and the covid epidemic means I would not go back to complain anyway. I suppose I was late to get my bird, and more people wanted small ones, but I HAD placed my order. And it looks as if the scale just hadn't been changed to charge me for chicken livers instead of turkey, and I'm sure it was an accident, but it's annoying. It's a great store, but this was not up to Guido's usual standard of service.

Love this place. Stopped by twice this past weekend and everything that we bought here was great. We bought both steak and seafood. I was skeptical about how good the seafood could be that far inland but I was proven wrong. The Faroe Islands salmon was beautiful and quote tasty. The rib eye was also excellent and very flavorful. We also tried some of the local cheese selection and all were quite good, as well.

Guido's has a nice selection of good products, often from local producers. However beware they are ridiculously expensive; you can get same products for less in NY and CT.

This specialty market is just too overpriced! $14.99 Lb for coffee $7.99 and up for granola The natural grinded almond butter was standard at $7.99 Lb but they charge you an additional fee for the plastic box. Just shows they are trying to pinch every penny out of you since there is limited competition for fine markets in the area.