Publix Super Markets

For ease of use and product selection, although a bit further from my home, this is my Publix of choice in comparison to the older, but closer store on 58^th. If I’m going on a big shopping run — this is my place. If I just need to pick up a few things, I go to 58^th. The staff here, however, arent really into being helpful — a lot of folks running around in their own worlds. If management is listening — may I suggest that you have staff on breaks not smoke in front of the store — its not an appealing optic.

Ok — this is a Publix, so pretty standard stuff. BUT — the people/​staff here is genuinely nice! Bakery, sub-​makers, sushi guys, and those stocking product are all so dang friendly that you just feel at home here. And — I know they all special order sushi — but the sushi guy here is AWESOME and has great suggestions for things to try. Love it here!

Being from «the north» I didn’t know of the Publix chain. They have just about everything you could want and a well stocked deli. They are a bit more expensive then the other places but a 5 minute walk makes the price for convenience.

Well, I am a frugal shopper so Publix is not my primary store. Regular groceries can be had much cheaper elsewhere… why pay more for the same item???
So, why 4 stars? Because Publix is superior in 2 categories:
1. Bakery. Their buttercream frosting makes me pray that someday sugar will not be evil and unhealthy. The frosted brownies are earth shattering. Sorry… got lost there for a moment… it’s been a long time since I had one of those brownies.
2. Deli. Specifically their subs (grinders to my CT born husband). In Jersey you can get a fantastic sub on practically any corner… I can rattle off the name of 5 places in my small home town alone… but here in FL, people actually go to… shudder…Subway. :(It’s sad. Very, very sad. Anyway, Publix is a saving grace… fresh baked rolls in a wide variety… and yes the meats and cheese are weighed and measured but I guess the bottom line is even more important every day. Each sandwich is made to order so I can indulge in my «heavy on the vinegar» obsession.
My ideal day… and I soooooooooo rarely do this… grab a Publix sub and head to the beach with a good book and my trusty chaise lounge… heaven!!!