Priyanka R.
Yelp
Meadow Lane is definitely the bougie grocery store Tribeca needed, but it's got its hits and misses. I stopped by on a weekday evening, which was nice because there was no line, which was a huge plus. However, a lot of the prepared foods were already sold out, which was a little disappointing, especially since I was looking forward to trying more of their options.
The store itself is gorgeous. The aesthetics are on point, and you can definitely tell they've invested heavily in making it a beautiful shopping experience. It's sleek, modern, and definitely has that upscale vibe. But with that comes the price tag, which has been the subject of a lot of complaints. Honestly, some things are definitely on the pricier side, but considering the audience they're catering to, I kinda get it. Plus, the overall vibe and the location in Tribeca are factored into the markup.
Now, let's talk about the goods. I picked up a few things. The chicken nuggets ($15 before tax) were a letdown, they felt undercooked to me, and honestly, I didn't even finish them. At first, I thought maybe it was just me, but then I saw other reviews online mentioning the same issue with undercooked nuggets, so I'm guessing it's not just a one-off. Not enough condiments either, so they were a little dry, so definitely won't be getting those again. The caramelized onion dip ($14 before tax) was amazing, though. Super delicious and had a good balance of the onions and the creaminess of the dip. I also grabbed a slice of pumpkin cheesecake pie at the cafe, which was good.
A few quirks, they were sold out of the cute blue checkered bags, which I was really hoping to snag. Also, the nut milks seemed way overpriced for what they were, but again, I know that's just part of the whole "luxury grocery store" experience. One thing that stood out: the matcha from Montauk General was $74, but honestly, that's just Montauk prices for you, not just Meadow Lane. And yes, they charge for bags (as most NYC shops do), so be prepared for that.
Overall, I'll be back to try more of the prepared foods, especially the salad bowls, they looked delicious. But I think I'll be more selective about when I go. This is a fun stop for a special occasion or when you're in the mood for something fancy, but it's not somewhere I'd come for a regular grocery haul.