Christopher C.
Yelp
I visit Sarah's Market at least once a day, and I can't think of any significant criticism.
~Market Grade: A
Sarah's has excellent offering of the basic necessities. You will almost always have choices.
-Beverages include Soda, Water drinks (vitamin water, etc), Juices, Milk, Odwalla/Naked smoothie drinks and of course many more.
-The food selection includes many varieties of chips, nuts, fruit, meats, cheeses, ice cream, cookies, candy, cereal and more. They have spices, pasta, sauces, and some canned goods.
-You'll be able to find toiletries, pet food, notebooks, household items, Basic Medication (like asprin.. behind the counter) and other items of that nature.
-Standard selection of cigarettes, usually with sale options. Cigars, Lottery tickets, rolling tobacco and papers and lighters.
-For a local market that just began selling alcohol, there is a pretty great selection of cold beer including Bud, Coors and Miller.. Amstel, Sam Adams, Harpoon, Stella, Hoegaarden and much more.
-The wine selection is also quite impressive, ranging from cheap Gato Negro to the finer, more expensive wines.
Basically, Sarah's exceeds the expectation of what you would expect from a local market.
~Cafe Grade: A
Excellent food, excellent service. I would recommend any of the omelets for breakfast.. but make sure you're hungry! The coffee is OUTSTANDING! For lunch, the Middle Eastern Veggie Wrap is my number one. The sandwiches and wraps are always delicious, and always fresh. For dinner, the salmon with the lemon, caper and white wine sauce is quite delicious.. a meal you would expect in a service restaurant.
~Service Grade: A+
The employees are friendly, welcoming and helpful. Only good experiences.
~Criticism I have heard or Read~
-Overpriced-
FALSE. The prices are cheaper than you will find in Harvard Square, and are appropriate for the area.
-Slow Service-
The only time I have experienced slow service is when it's pretty busy.. and thats BECAUSE IT WAS BUSY... it's a small cafe, with a small kitchen. Expect a wait when the place is filled with people.. but if you have the time, it is worth the wait.
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Overall, Sarah's Market and Cafe gets an A+ from me, and I will continue to support their business. I am sure you will enjoy your visit.