Mariano's

Stars only for staff and location. This store largely struggles from it's layout, especially at the entrance where people leaving and returning their carts have to walk past the only entrance to the store, creating a two-way bottleneck. The entrance marked on the north side of the building has been closed for as long as I've seen it but there's never been a sign indicating as such. Produce is often moldy or not stocked. While it's true that the store is small and limited, they have such a small GF/alternative diet section that I'll often go to corner stores instead. If demand isn't there, that's understandable but below is a picture of when I couldn't buy GF bread for about a week because it was constantly sold out/not re-stocked. Plus they no longer stock the GF corndogs.

I stopped coming to this Mariano's when they started construction on their rooftop parking lot approximately one million years ago. There has been glacial progress with this project making parking an anxiety-inducing task even before you get to your main task of grocery shopping. Speaking of which, there are barely enough grocery carts at this location for their shoppers. Godspeed and good luck if you chose to dare!

Mariano’s on Chicago Ave is one of my favorite grocery stores I go to. Always good deal, always good food and most importantly fresh food. Highly recommend, even the vibe and atmosphere inside is different than in any other store.

I recently had an excellent shopping experience at Mariano’s, and I couldn't be more pleased. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the store's spotless cleanliness, which made for a comfortable and enjoyable shopping environment. One of the standout features of Mariano’s is their competitive pricing. The value for money is exceptional, allowing me to get everything I needed without breaking the bank. The aisles are well-organized, making it easy to find products quickly and efficiently. Overall, I give Mariano’s a solid 5 out of 5 stars. If you're looking for a grocery store that offers great prices in a clean and welcoming setting, Mariano’s is the place to go!

After work, tired, half blind (with only one contact lens, lost the other one earlier in the day), I stopped at overpriced Mariano's to grab a few things. Completely by mistake, I didn't scan a bag of dog food. I was buying 7 or 8 items, scanned them all or so I thought! Bag of dog food did not scan. The lady at the register helped me out. I scanned it, paid for it, and proceeded to the exit. The rude security guy stopped me, saying "we know the game, next time pay, or you won't be allowed in here". What?? I don't know what he was trying to accomplish by making me feel like I was a dog food thief! Great job! Thanks a lot.

This is an express version, at best. You can never find popular items that all other Marianos carry. Don’t waste your time.

I really wanted to love this Mariano’s. I’ve given this location nearly 50 chances, and I can honestly say it’s just not worth it. The produce is often old and overpriced. The butcher area has a bad smell, and the store overall feels poorly maintained. But what’s most disappointing are the managers. They make it clear how much they hate their jobs—and it shows. Instead of making customers feel valued, they act as if helping you is a burden. It makes you wonder why they choose to work somewhere that makes them so miserable. The store hours say they close at 10 p.m., but don’t expect full service. The deli and butcher are often closed by 8 p.m. without notice. To be fair, there are a few gems. Richard at fast checkout is fantastic, the security team is very friendly, and the sushi department is always kind. But that’s not enough to make up for the overall poor experience. Maybe it’s time for Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, or Pete’s Market to open nearby—where shoppers could expect fresh produce, excellent service, and a clean store. Ukrainian Village deserves that. I won’t spend another penny here. Stay away.

Great selection the staff is quite friendly. Over all the store is clean and very well stocked. Management is always within an ear shot away. Great job guys keep up the good work this is a 5 star review.