Lasker’s

The owner is rude and most of the items are out of expiration date. Watch out when you buy stuff here.

There’s been a Lasker’s on the same corner of Appleton St and Clarendon for over 30 years. They used to be the one place where you could run for emergencies — snacks, coffee, the paper. Whatever you need in a hurry. It’s a little more expensive than the cvs or 711 or shaws but you can’t beat it’s location and hours. They’re stocked with all sorts of treats even tikka masala sandwiches and unusual brands and flavors of high end ice cream. The owner and proprietor is great– friendly, helpful and really nice guy. I also like that there’s no minimum amount for credit card purchases.

I was visiting a friend in Boston and had decided to wear impractical shoes. I needed band-​aids and was wobbling to the nearest CVS when I popped into Lasker’s to try my luck. To my delight, they had what I needed! The man who worked there was super sweet and chatted with me and I held onto the counter and attended to my blisters. Small spot, but dont underestimate them. I am sure there are other hidden gems in there, and even if not, you’ll get some friendly conversation. Open late!

This is a great complimentary store to the CVS and 7 – 11 nearby. Obviously a little expensive due to its location, but its saved my a** a few times. Owner is usally the guy working. Nice guy, work hard. Respect.

i love this place! it is such a delicious mix of regular old shitty bodega and high end yuppie bodega… kind of like the neighborhood, actually.
got too drunk at delux to remember that you’re trying to quit smoking? lasker’s is there with camels for $ 5.50 (!)
forgot to pick up some milk at the grocery store? lasker’s.
looking for organic newman’s own pet food? lasker’s.
looking to blow all your money on scratch-​off lottery tickets? lasker’s.
i really like this place. although i do miss konvenience with a k from living in cambridge/​somerville, this place is an all right substitution. at least the people here, unlike the dude at konvenience, don’t keep trying to tell me their stuart smalley daily affirmations every time i go pick up vitamin water because i’m hungover.

I like this place. Friendly staff, basic needs, and totally ridiculous things that you sort of need, too. Like fat free soy mozzarella. C’mon, I clearly need that. Anyway, the prices are a little higher than over at 7 – 11, but you’re getting a lot better variety, and besides, they have those Necco Canada mints with the packaging that looks like it’s about 50 years old. That’s all the motivation I need.