Pete's Fresh Market #12 - Oak Park

This location is pretty busy at times and the hot food bar seems smaller or more compact than other locations. The service was good and the products were well organized! As of 2/14/25, 18 eggs are selling for $13.

Pete's has a beautiful selection of fresh foods. You can use them to create nutritious meals from scratch, avoiding all the chemicals in highly processed foods. Or, you can get a meal to go from their delectable deli. I think Pete's is a great place to stock one's pantry and refrigerator. ENJOY!

I cannot honestly tell you how despicable the security's actions were—but, I don't expect this institution to change (I hope it will). Consumers and Pete's employees alike, do with this information as you see fit. --- On Thursday, February 6, 2025, I followed what is certainly a dogmatic routine: I worked—laboriously, as many of us do—exercised with my personal trainer, and retreated home (a commute, for me, that’s normally over an hour on Chicago’s Green Line). Like hundreds of folkx in my neighborhood, I am a habitué of Pete’s Fresh Market in Oak Park; it’s convenient being only a block from my home. I purchased a box of sweet plantains, plant-based eggs, and “fresh” watermelon juice—all three items totaling over $25 (certainly a reflection of my indulgently health-conscious preferences and, arguably, rising grocery prices). And at nearly 8 p.m., with only two bananas having fueled me for the day, I hastily tap my phone at checkout and walk to the exit. I’m hungry. But on this night, I was stopped. The security guard asked me to open my backpack. I asked why. His answer resembled what disgruntled parents tell their children; it was unquestionable and devoid of any substantive justification. So, in the spirit of matching energy, I refused. Just as he subjected me to an inquisition, I returned the favor and questioned his authority—acknowledging that I had never seen him before. Seconds pass. We’re both tired. He admits he’s accusing me of theft. In quick succession, I returned to customer service and demanded that he now apply his (allegedly) indiscriminate search protocol to every customer leaving the store—or at least employ a randomized search. Several customers left the store, and he didn’t. So, I asked him to identify his colleague(s) who had accused me of stealing or to produce surveillance footage of me committing the crime. He laughed and doubled down. He doubted my honesty. So, I doubted his integrity and accused him of racial profiling. His reply was inane: “I’m Black!” he said. I retorted that Black folks can be “racial” and complicit in systems that perpetuate prejudice (knowing he wouldn’t recognize the nuance, as his prior comment had already made that clear). But, to be fair and to acknowledge his determination to be judicious, I suggested he call the police. A minute or so later, a store lead or manager runs to customer service, and remarks that I paid for my items. I finally leave. I’m still hungry. ✋ There were multiple problems with this encounter: 1. Pete’s Fresh Market’s website, as of 2/6/2025, does not cite any rules permitting illegal searches of patrons’ bags; 2. Pete’s Fresh Market in Oak Park, as of 2/6/2025, does not display a sign alerting customers to the possibility of random searches; 3. The security guard’s refusal to call the police could be seen as an attempt to de-escalate—or as a subtle acknowledgment that he had no proof and was, in fact, profiling; and 4. In nearly five years of frequenting this location, I have never seen other customers subjected to this type of search (but to be fair, I’m not an employee so I wouldn’t know). “Gut feelings” are not data (i.e., surveillance footage or witness testimony) nor is it probable cause; and it’s certainly, as of today, not publicly-visible store policy that supported his request for a search. His refusal to call the police and apply this rule universally demonstrated that he wasn’t enforcing security—he was enforcing bias. Oh yeah, it’s freezing in Chicago, and I’m an immunocompromised, 6’2” Black man who was wearing black workout gear, a black Uniqlo coat, rocking short locks, and a white N95 mask—clearly, a suspect on the run.

I love Pete's fresh market. Such a wide variety of everything, including my favorite yellow watermelon 🍉 💛. I love their cheese variety, too. Such friendly and helpful staff. Prices vary like most places but overall good prices 👌 👍 🙌 👏. Parking is a breeze.

+Ample parking. Fresh, wide variety of produce. Dessert selections are incredible. Juice bar. Various cheeses. Small mexican food menu with your order prepared while you wait. Hot bar, soups and salad bar with many yummy items for lunch, dinner or snacks. Breakfast selections...meh...room for improvement. -Narrow isles Wondering if this store will stay open once new one on Madison is built and open for business?!

Love this Pete’s near my new home. So happy and FORTUNATE this is very close by. A bit compact as compared to the other Pete’s in the area but nevertheless same HIGH QUALITY at good prices and a LARGE selection of fresh produce which is always great. Just love love their hot bar and salad always fresh and great selections. Oh yes!!! The best part they serve two brothers coffee at the lotus cafe. Parking can be a bit of a pain during busy hours kinda reminds me of Met Market in my other favorite city 😊

Please pay attention to dates on shelved and frozen items at this Pete's! I can't even tell you how many times I've purchased an item only to get home and see its expired. They clearly aren't checking these products on the shelves.

Great selection and prices. Exceptional produce section with fresh fruits and veggies! Good place to pick up some ready to eat meals. Parking can be a little challenging at times.

This store was within walking distance to where my friend was dog-sitting and it was about 8:30pm so this option was the only grocery store open that was nearby. We came here, got exactly what we needed and overall I think the store itself is very clean and presented very nicely. They had a large selection of wine and beer which was appreciated. It kind of feels like a bougie store, but maybe it's because of the lighting, lol. The store has a very diverse make up of employees as well which was a plus. I think prices were fairly reasonable too.

The you're welcome Society It's an interesting phenomena at the store where the people they hire are such good natured hard-working individuals yet it appears that they've been taught when customers are paying thousands of dollars per year at the store to say you're welcome or have a nice day, the word thank you doesn't seem to be important to this store management It's been notice for more than over a year, in fact for several years We choose not to go to the store for many reasons. This is one of them significantly, as we like many families spend a good portion of our budget on food. That's we choose not to go to the store for our every day shopping. One is expensive too the simple social gratitude of customers spending two to $5000 a year, and the absence of the term thank you.

I cannot honestly tell you how despicable the security's actions were--but, I don't expect this institution to change (I hope it will). Consumers and Pete's employees alike, do with this information as you see fit. --- On Thursday, February 6, 2025, I followed what is certainly a dogmatic routine: I worked--laboriously, as many of us do--exercised with my personal trainer, and retreated home (a commute, for me, that's normally over an hour on Chicago's Green Line). Like hundreds of folkx in my neighborhood, I am a habitué of Pete's Fresh Market in Oak Park; it's convenient being only a block from my home. I purchased a box of sweet plantains, plant-based eggs, and "fresh" watermelon juice--all three items totaling over $25 (certainly a reflection of my indulgently health-conscious preferences and, arguably, rising grocery prices). And at nearly 8 p.m., with only two bananas having fueled me for the day, I hastily tap my phone at checkout and walk to the exit. I'm hungry. But on this night, I was stopped. The security guard asked me to open my backpack. I asked why. His answer resembled what disgruntled parents tell their children; it was unquestionable and devoid of any substantive justification. So, in the spirit of matching energy, I refused. Just as he subjected me to an inquisition, I returned the favor and questioned his authority--acknowledging that I had never seen him before. Seconds pass. We're both tired. He admits he's accusing me of theft. In quick succession, I returned to customer service and demanded that he now apply his (allegedly) indiscriminate search protocol to every customer leaving the store--or at least employ a randomized search. Several customers left the store, and he didn't. So, I asked him to identify his colleague(s) who had accused me of stealing or to produce surveillance footage of me committing the crime. He laughed and doubled down. He doubted my honesty. So, I doubted his integrity and accused him of racial profiling. His reply was inane: "I'm Black!" he said. I retorted that Black folks can be "racial" and complicit in systems that perpetuate prejudice (knowing he wouldn't recognize the nuance, as his prior comment had already made that clear). But, to be fair and to acknowledge his determination to be judicious, I suggested he call the police. A minute or so later, a store lead or manager runs to customer service, and remarks that I paid for my items. I finally leave. I'm still hungry. --- There were multiple problems with this encounter: 1. Pete's Fresh Market's website, as of 2/6/2025, does not cite any rules permitting illegal searches of patrons' bags; 2. Pete's Fresh Market in Oak Park, as of 2/6/2025, does not display a sign alerting customers to the possibility of random searches; 3. The security guard's refusal to call the police could be seen as an attempt to de-escalate--or as a subtle acknowledgment that he had no proof and was, in fact, profiling; and 4. In nearly five years of frequenting this location, I have never seen other customers subjected to this type of search (but to be fair, I'm not an employee so I wouldn't know). "Gut feelings" are not data (i.e., surveillance footage or witness testimony) nor is it probable cause; and it's certainly, as of today, not publicly-visible store policy that supported his request for a search. His refusal to call the police and apply this rule universally demonstrated that he wasn't enforcing security--he was enforcing bias. Oh yeah, it's freezing in Chicago, and I'm an immunocompromised, 6'2" Black man who was wearing black workout gear, a black Uniqlo coat, rocking short locks, and a white N95 mask--clearly, a suspect on the run.

Good food but bad workers at checkout they were very unfriendly and didn't pay attention when I was talking to the worker he was looking and talking to his co workers and didn't believe on the price of eggs on the shelf didn't even bring the eggs with the price that I saw very disappointed felt unappreciated sad workers

I stopped in here while visiting family in the area and picked up some items to bring home in addition to helping them find what they needed. The produce section is amazing! We bought some peppers for a dish we were making, melons and other fruit, and some avocado oil among other things. I am enjoying the Georgia peaches and Brussels sprouts that traveled back with me to Indianapolis. My parents come in here fairly regularly and have enjoyed the meat, seafood and cheese products as well. We need to come back to try the imported feta (they had several kinds including types made with sheep's milk - yay!) and lamb the next time we're cooking a Greek dinner. They even had lamb shanks and leg of lamb steaks which aren't found as often. And...back to the produce..,they had some harder to find items like lemongrass which we also need to keep in mind. Prices were very reasonable for the quality and checkout was efficient and staff were friendly.

I went to Pete's Market yesterday, I noticed when I got home I didn't have my Idaho potatoes. I went back to the store the next day today, they said the camera saw that the potatoes was in my cart. I didn't take my cart out of the store because I only had two bags to carry so I left it inside before exiting the last door, she said their cameras only go to the first door i exited, I told her I must of left it in the cart, she said she was sorry but they had no way of knowing that. I left so disappointed because they should have known if they found the basket with potatoes in it. Now days food is so high, I am a very truthful person, they should have gave me another bag of potatoes, I won't be shopping at this store anymore unless it is completely necessary. The Idaho potatoes was only 2.99, I just knew this store would replace what was left in the cart. I am very disappointed.

Pretty decent prices and a great selection of in-house snacks and treats. I miss when they used to have the full bakery there, but I'm pretty sure they still take cake orders. Great deli, too. The only downside is it's almost always crowded and the checkout lines can get a little nuts. Worth it though because Whole Foods is just too expensive and the OP Jewel is pretty run down.

Fresh food and great selection. I gave 4 stars because I feel like there's not many specials. Everything is all AL a Carte. Definitely a first pick when it comes to freshness.

What happened to the olive bar? Where is the Pete's store brand reduced feta cheese? Personalized service in the fish department disappeared last year. The cafeteria section is closed most of the time. Is the store on Madison ever going to be built?

I'm responding to Kris M's less than helpful and scripted response to my original review. How dare you try to gaslight me by insinuating that I can't accept change. I have no problem with change so long as it makes sense. See a team member? What a joke. Why don't you try getting someone's attention for 15 minutes with no results. This past weekend I managed to (finally) speak to someone with a specific request (filet some fish in the self serve, formerly full service, seafood section), only to be told that I have to take what was there and that they couldn't prep my fish the way I requested. It should be noted that you have a board behind the seafood counter which specifically states that you will prep it for the customer. I finally went to Tony's and was able to get what I needed. I noticed that you and the customer relations person I previously communicated with conveniently ignores the concerns about your environmentally unfriendly packaging. If I want 3 pounds of shrimp for instance I have to purchase multiple clamshell containers. Those containers end up in the trash and our recycling service advises against putting them in the recycling bin. Previously I could request 3 pounds of shrimp (again just as an example) and it would be packaged in one container not multiple containers. Further to the issue of the environmentally unfriendly containers is that even when they are sent for recycling, only about 6% of that is actually recycled while the rest is shipped for disposal abroad, buried in landfills or in some cases dumped in the ocean.

This place will not match their own stores prices. This is our last visit here, so many others stores we can go to and friendlier service. I donate blood across the road at Vitalent and figured go here for some shopping. The person stocking shelves said you need to ask"them" about prices. I asked who is "them", he looked at me and said the cashier's, like I was from a different world. I asked the cashier about emailed coupon and she said no and that coupon is for Chicago stores. Nowhere on coupon did it say Chicago stores only, as no stores listed. We were refused the coupon and now we can refuse to go here. I do not think we will go to any of their stores after this treatment, all this for $4 worth of groceries.

Twice I was sold bad chicken with a rotten egg odor. The first time were wings bought three days before it's expiration sell-by date. Customer service ladies couldn't figure out how to give me an even exchange without charging me more. One of the managers - Keith exchanged it for me, no problem. The 2nd time were thighs bought four days before the expiration sell-by date. Either the meat is old or the cooler is not cold enough on the top layers. I didn't take it back. It was a hassle last time. I won't buy "fresh" meat from there anymore. This experience also made me question, what they're cooking in the hot bar. It's not worth worrying if it will make you sick. Please Beware!!!!!!!!!

I have family that lives in the retirement home nearby so I frequent this location when running errands for them. The store is always organized and the employees are helpful. The really attempt to make a connection with the neighborhood regulars.

I want to love this location, I really do. BUTTTT, I purchased a loaf a bread and it had been eaten by a mouse. THEN, I go a week later and see one running right past 2 ladies in the chip isle. I couldn't get out of that place fast enough. I heard they started putting pastries in containers because a rodent was in the donut case. Please, please get a better exterminator! There's nothing about this that's ok.

Every Pete's I've been through has it's own differences. Very clean and well stocked store. Didn't really have a hard time at all finding anything that I needed. As busy as the lines looked the cashiers greeted, and were very speedy with each transaction. I appreciate the service here the Hot Bar was closing as I shopped so I didn't get to check out their selection but overall this store was pretty good from cleanliness, stock, and help if needed.

I'm part of the business lunch crew that crowds this place midday because the hot bar offerings are genuinely pretty good. Brisket, mac & cheese, chicken wings, orange chicken. Fresh rolled sushi. Packaged sandwiches and hot soup. Full salad bar. But the best part of this place is the Mexican--the al pastor tacos or tostadas are made to order and rival plenty of taquerias in the city. The bad news? They just significantly jacked up all the prices: most of the mexican dishes are a dollar or two more, and the hot bar jumped from $6.49 per lb to $8.99 per lb! Part of the appeal of hitting the grocery store rather than a lot of the local restaurants was the better prices. :-7 I'm less likely to go than I was, in favor of restaurants with better atmosphere.

Nice store, but there is not always a great selection of items - especially for frozen veggies.

I live a couple blocks from Pete's so it's very convenient. Since they opened for the most I would drive to Sugar Beet because they had a better selection of organic produce and it was an easier store to shop in. Since the pandemic, I have gradually started shopping more and more at Pete's. What I have found is the organic produce section has grown, and overall throughout the store there are more many more products that I would typically buy. The guy in the cheese kiosk is great. He takes pride in his work. I've seen complaints on the rudeness of the staff and that only happened once to me and we both had masks on so it was hard to hear what was being said. I just got back from Jewel in RF. (My husband has specific products that he buys there.) Oh my! It was a total sh*t show with regard to covid protocol. This wasn't the first time I had experienced this there. Way too crowded. No one keeping track of how many people are in the store as Pete's does. The lines were so long with no social distancing. I felt panicked to get out; it seemed incredibly unsafe. I don't feel like I'm in a dangerous situation at Pete's and I'd like to thank the staff there who limit the # of people in the store and social distancing. Also, the reminders over the intercom are a helpful reminder.

I'm a fan of Pete's. They sell quality and I've come to experience that they make certain to stay stocked overall. I did not give 5 stars because this location is soo tiny you feel like claustrophobic. Not much of a parking lot either. If you go do so as soon as they open to minimize the packed lot and aisles.

If you like to shop at M*riano's, you will find this Pete's location likable. Rosa J. is never a M*riano's convert, but she had a good first impression on Pete's when she occasionally shopped at the south-side location near the CTA Kedzie Orange Line station. As a matter of fact, this Pete's Fresh Market feels upscale. The presentations of fresh produce were impeccable. The prices were very reasonable as well. I was able to score select apples for $0.38/lb., six (6) pieces of grapefruit for $1.99, and Florida tomatoes for $0.58/lb. The clerk who served us at the deli section was courteous and humorous. Workers at the other departments were friendly and ready to help. Certainly that made my grocery-shopping experience at Pete's in Oak Park more pleasurable. They have a fresh juice bar, which was very tempting for me to snatch a bottle of freshly-squeezed orange juice. Well, hubby removed me from the station immediately. Temptation #2 was their hot-food department. Fortunately, the mass-gathering by the counter reminded me to avoid this area. I forgot it was 1730 hour on a weekday so majority of us would be preparing for dinner. Let us head to the check-out then. I saw the "Lotus Cafe" from afar. Rosa J. could use some coffee. Once again, hubby restrained me by dragging my petite self to the parking lot. This Pete's is truly wonderful! I'm glad it isn't too far from my house in the city and is accessible via the CTA Green line and #86 (Narragansett/Ridgeland) bus.

Rare are thé business that provide free masks fro their customers. I'm not from this area just stop at firestone for making business with them and take advantage of that to shop quickly there. Arrived to the cashier they offer you a free box of masks which is how business should to act like. Thanks to the management for doing this, this is priceless.

Once again, without "checking around" to see who's not wearing a mask during my visit last night, I could not help but notice that the cashier who checked me out wasn't wearing a mask. When I reported it to the manager, he just stared at me, didn't say a word. So I said, "Your response?" But I just got a stare. Passive aggression. When I asked if anything would be done about it, he said, "We talk to them, we tell them, but we can't make them." I said, "I would just like to hear you say that you will speak to him." After having to repeat that, several times, he finally mumbled that he'd speak to the guy. This is so typical of management at this store--sheer arrogance. Look, they are extremely high-priced, so they are rolling in the dough, making money hand over fist, and typically crowded with customers; so they apparently feel they don't need to act in a responsible, professional manner. It won't hurt them to lose a customer who complains about the store not following its own rules. I generally drive farther to shop at Trader Joe's but sometimes you just need to run out to someplace close.

Won't allow me to post on Yelp Please check out your meat before purchasing at Pete's Fresh Market not so FRESH, also they put nice looking parts on top and under the bottom is discoloring an not wings parts are the tips and maybe a bone. Need to have a food inspection by the Government It would not let me post until I rated it I'm sorry they need to be shut down for selling bad produce an The the person answer the phone couldn't understand English how amazing.

very good but I couldn't get half of my things because I wasn't able to find them but other wise amazing store just upgrade the stuff ot add more

This is a nice regional market, with fresh baked items and prepared foods. There is a full salad bar and hot bar to also eat after grocery shopping. The fruits and vegetables are fresh and well stocked. A variety of different cuisines and styles of food spices, ingredients and seasonings can be found. The prices are good and everyone working there is nice. Weekends it might be busy and harder to find a spot to park, but one will open up. There is also a nice sized bike rack at the front of the the parking lot.

I love to shop at Pete's. I love the hot bar, the produce and cheese selections. I love the juice bar and the salad bar. When they have sales they are hard to beat!! BUT....A third of the staff is very rude! They don't greet you when they see you, the cashier holds a conversation in another language and laughing when they are ringing you up. Some of the cashiers will not say one word to you until it's time to let you know what you owe. One cashier did not even ask me if I needed bags, he just assumed I needed or wanted them and charged me for three. This place would totally cover my Mariano's fetish if the staff was nicer.

Pete's reminds me of Mariano's. You can find just about anything that you may need from a deli, bakery, produce, salad bar, hot bar, and salad bar. This is my to go spot for a quick lunch pick up. At $6.49 a lb from a selection of home cooked meals in the hot bar mashed potatoes, grilled veggies, Greek style chicken breast and potatoes, wings, ribs, sausage with peppers or a Salisbury steak. Then I venture to the salad bar and pick their kale salad it's amazing, but you can build your own salad. They also have like 3 soups to pick from, I'll have to try that next. I also noticed they have chefs behind the counter serving fish, tacos, hamburgers, etc. It beats going to downtown Oak Park and picking just from one restaurant especially when you are on the run like me. So of your in the area looking to do groceries and pick up some grub, Pete's if definitely your place to go.

Went here just to grab something to drink, and came out with that and food lol. The food bar here is a bit pricer than other grocery stores that I have been to, but you have a larger selection of items here and that makes it worth it. The employees here are friendly and the store is very clean. As for the food, it was delicious. I have been dying for a catfish fillet and they had it. This with Mac and cheese (very cheesy but balanced with sauciness) was so good, as well as the bourbon chicken I tried.

Great selection of cheese at Pete's and Sales to go along with it. I was in line (8/18/17) when this dude came walking up on me like we were in the clink. I looked at this dude like he was crazy af. After he put his items next to mine he went to look at gelatos then came back into line to open mouth cough all in the cashier's face (Natalie R) I was like damn. But she was very professional and kept on going even though we shared a look about this dude. Service like that makes the drive worth it to go back to Pete's.

I use to be a regular shopper until today. I'm tired of being disappointed and settle on this place. It was starting to go down hill before the pandemic, but has now hit rock bottom. Disgustingly bad produce, overly cluttered store, prices on non sale items that are way higher than nearby competitors, teenagers everywhere who don't care to help, no management in sight and covid protocols set up to look good but really just going the motions. Save yourself a headache and go somewhere else.

I go to Pete's a few times a week because it is convenient and has very good quality produce and anything I usually need for food. I also just lost my wallet the other night in the parking lot. It was turned in and the customer service desk had it in the morning. Very honest people working here. Thanks a lot!

While my husband is obsessed with Roger Park's Cermak Produce, Pete's is my newest grocery obsession. Unfortunately, I live in Rogers Park, so I try to fit Pete's in on a weekend when I'm at work (Cicero, IL) or any time I'm out and about in Oak Park. This store is a "regular" grocery store...but ...I don't know. There is something about it. I really like the produce section and they have some great meats, like the in-house prepared chimichurri. A friend had asked me to driver her here and ever since I bought some groceries here, I'm obsessed. A really nice addition to the local grocery options here. -Maybe someday they will open one up by me!

Im in love with the salad bar, they have a great variety also the quality of the hot food

One of the best Pete's fresh market I've been to. It was great selection of produce products and its really fresh. very good quality of the meats and plenty choices of salads. They bakery section has a wide variety to choose from. Their selection is outstanding and their pricing is reasonable. The store is clean and really organize well. Staff are really helpful, productive, polite and on point to their work. Very efficient. Thank you for making chore of shopping friendly and convenient for my needs. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Overall great place to get grocery needs. It's a perfect grocery store if you want fresh produce.

My 88 year old mother and I had a very bad experience at the Deli counter one of the employees behind the counter was extremely rude to 88 your woman I will never go back because of this.

I live very close to this store and shop here a lot (a few times a week, at least). I'm glad it's there. My one complaint is the employees. They are so, so not helpful. I mean, I guess I'm spoiled from shopping at Trader Joe's where someone will take you by the hand and lead you to an item (and granted it's sometimes a bit much). But at Pete's, a much larger store with more stuff in more aisles, I've asked employees where things are, and they look visibly annoyed and/or dismissive. They vaguely gesture to some other part of the store, and half the time it's not even the right place. Even in the smaller departments, they'll just point to another part of it rather than showing me where the thing is that I'm asking about. (I once asked where the ham hocks were and the guy looked totally confused and then pointed to the deli meat area...I don't get it.) I can't tell if it's laziness or incompetence - most of the time it seems like they don't even know what I'm talking about and their solution is to send me off on my own. I recently told a friend that if I took up residence in the produce, meat, or dairy departments, I think I would know more than anyone who currently works there and I'd be way more helpful.... Also, the cashiers ring up things incorrectly all the time (mostly produce items). I'd say at least every other or third trip there I catch something that they need to correct. When I first heard about the new cashierless Amazon stores, I was like, Meh, I like having humans around. But then at Pete's I was almost charged $6 for a bag of apples that should have been $2 and it made me long for the robots. I hope Pete's gets it together because it's a nice resource for people to have in Oak Park and adjacent Chicago.

*Insert dramatic music here* Someone is giving Mariano's a little run for their money and guess whom it is? Is that even possible?!?!?!?! *Music climaxes* Pete's *Audience gasps* Okay, I'm not sure if anyone else remembers Pete's from back in the day, but it was NOTHING like this! They've always had a great selection, especially with their produce, however this time around, they have truly outdone themselves. The place is awesome. The produce selection is great, as always. Tons of food selections. There are nice fresh meats available. Then there's the hot food bar and a fresh salad and fruit bar. And just as Mariano's has someone who will freshly cook your meats and veggies for you, so does this place. They also sport a fresh sushi bar. I've had food from here about twice and while it is good, it's still not Mariano's level just yet. Keep working on it. *gentle pat on the shoulder* Pete's is spacious, clean, and very easy to shop. Parking isn't a problem at all (if you remember the old Dominicks here, you'll remember they have their own large lot). Great spot. Great to have a nice grocery store back in this spot!

I quite like this store and I am so glad to have a neighborhood grocery store again in that space! They really do pack an extraordinary amount of products into that building and it is a tidy, well-organized store. I'm used to the massive Jewel Osco so it can be frustrating at times to not find what I am looking for -like with organic, allergen-free or things like nitrite-free meats- and then I just drive to Whole Foods or Jewel- but for the most part they carry everything I need. The staff has always been very kind and helpful. The hot bar and salad bar are fantastic when I can afford to spring for that as a treat. Also they have a gelato bar!

I rarely profess my love for a grocery store, but Pete's makes my heart skip a beat. If I hadn't signed up for a dance class in the area, I never would have wandered into this place. It has everything. A juice bar, great bakery, coffee bar, a gelato station, and the thing that made me weep with joy was the hot food section. The food here is better than several restaurants I've been to. Some of my favorite items: Jerk fried rice, curry chicken, fried catfish, grilled vegetables, mac and cheese, beef brisket and collard greens. The groceries are great too. The produce is so much better and cheaper than Jewel or Mariano's. And they have quite a few specialty items. Eight weeks later, my dance class is over and I'm 12 pounds heavier, thanks to Pete's. It's about a 20 minute drive from my home so I can't go as often as when I had class every Saturday, but I occasionally make the trip and it's worth it every time.

Great shop for your daily needs!! They have fresh veggies and produce at affordable price

Pros: Great location, great selection of fruits and bakery in walking distance. Cons: parking

The score is mainly due to a negative experience I had with one of their employees. Her name tag read "Jessica". She was bagging my groceries. While doing so she proceeded to put a bunch of heavy items into one plastic bag. I asked her to split it between two bags and she sighed and rolled her eyes. She then turned to the cashier, said something in Spanish, then walked away. The whole thing was super awkward and made me very uncomfortable.

Really like Pete's. The produce section is ptetty incredible. The joy food section is great, though I think few items th covid. But I prefer it not bring self serve. So it an even exchange. I do hope to find pastichio there again. Cafe make a great Latte, I like a coffee before shopping. The prices are reasonable the employees are friendly. The store is really clean. Mariano's dropped a lot of items since the were bought so, I am glad there is still Pete's

I've had nothing but great experiences here! Eric from the deli is so delightful! I've been doing instacart and some of the males that work on the floor that stock the shelves always ask me if I need help finding something! That's amazing customer service. There's a really young Caucasian male and another man who I thought was his manager that deserve a raise for working so hard! The men behind the meat counter are so sweet also. I've never ever had a bad experience here. It's my favorite grocery store!!!! Even the cashiers and baggers are friendly. There was a young lady that even helped me push a cart overflowing with groceries to my car. I wanted to give her a tip for helping me. That was so caring! I had 2 carts full of groceries and she saw I was struggling! They should be allowed to accept tips for their hard work and/or get a raise!

I hate this store! They have a wide selection and a large produce department but almost every time I go at least one item rings up at the wrong price. I've had as many as 3 items ring up at the wrong price when I'm buying as few as 7 items. That is UNACCEPTABLE, On the other other hand I have never ever had an item ring up at the wrong price at Whole Foods. If it does you get it for FREE so Whole Foods always makes sure the sale signs are correct and the sale price is the one that rings up. I only go to Pete's because it's next to the Oak Park Pool and Ice Rink and I can buy a few things while the kids are having a lesson but I try to shop elsewhere most of the time. Pete's prices on wine and spirits are very high- even when Pete's has a sale I'll use my phone to checkBinny's and Binny's regular price has always been cheaper. Both Caputo's and Fair Share market are cheaper on canned goods, paper goods and other staples. The salad bar and hot bar are quite expensive and they are not very good. I've just decided there is no reason to ever go to Pete's again ! :)

The store is clean and organized. I am not very familiar with the store because it is not my usual go-to store for groceries but I must say that this is a great option for my usual one. The selections are nice especially on their produce which are full of fresh fruits and veggies and there is also organic option, bakery with freshly baked goodies and fresh meat too. There are also available products from different ethnicity which is really good. The prices are fair and reasonable and there are even few products that are on sale on that particular day. The staff is also friendly and helpful in the checkout. I was able to checkout fast because there is no line and I only bought a few things but after the experience and after visiting the store, this is definitely not my last visit because I will definitely be back!

I know a lot of other ethnicity shops at this location of Pete"s in Oak park but completely experience racism and manager did not do anything. There is no clear check out line and white people can just cut you off. Totally disappointed.

I'm a fan! I love their mochas , so chocolaty and strong just how I like them! I recently met my buddy Claudia S. here for lunch and discovered the great Salad bar. Delicious and filling! I usually tend to stay away from salad bars because I don't know how clean they are but I took a risk on this one. It looked pretty clean. If Claudia S. trusts this salad bar then I will too. I have yet to try the rest of the prepared food but I will give it a chance. The fish looked delicious. Now I know where to get a quick and yummy salad to fill my cravings.

I loved the bakery goods from this location but I won't be coming back I had a really bad experience with one bakery "manager" named Federico. I simply asked a question and he answered all rude. Very disappointed they chose him over a costumer. Also a lady named patty was really rude defending him without letting me speak. They have to fire both if they want to keep having costumers. Patty literally told me he was the manager that he had his right to not help costumers if he didn't feel like it.