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Pipkin’s Fruit & Vegetable Market
Ben and Steve Pipkin’s cozy Montgomery market and garden center has grown into an essential outlet for staple groceries, fresh produce, local products, and seasonal pumpkins in its 40-plus years. When longtime employee Ben Jones took ownership of the store in 2023, any concerns about drastic changes were put to bed quickly as he understands you don’t fix what’s not broken. ♦ 5035 Cooper Rd., Montgomery, (513) 791-3175
Country Fresh Farm Market & Wine Depot
This iconic Anderson Township market changed ownership in recent years when former employees Jamie Griffiths and David Bernens took over operations. The pair made some changes—most notably upping the market’s wine game—but the focus on reasonably priced fresh produce, beer and wine, and organic foods has been lovingly preserved. Hometown producers are stars here, too, with names like Queen City Farms, Eric’s Pretzels, Sunrise Farms, and Sixteen Bricks filling the shelves. And if you’re ever in Hartwell, you can check out the original Country Fresh on Vine. ♦ 8315 Beechmont Ave., #15, Anderson Twp., (513) 474-9167
Harvest Market owners Ben and Maureen Redman are still writing the story of their specialty market in historic Milford. First opened in 2017, this modern convenience store with a love for all things local features Cincinnati beer, locally sourced grocery goods, canned wares, farm-fresh produce, natural health and beauty products, and more. The Redmans also offer a robust beverage menu and lunch specials like a Korean BBQ bowl and grilled salmon patties. ♦ 308 Main St., Milford, (513) 239-5400
Market goods don’t get more local than this. You’ll find produce, eggs, and meats grown on site at this historic farm. Recently relocated to the restored Nippert Barn, the farm market sells a variety of products raised via regenerative agricultural practices, including seasonal veggies, eggs from pasture-raised chickens, grass-fed and-finished beef and lamb, woodland-raised Berkshire pork, and pastured chickens and turkey. ♦ 8300 Spooky Hollow Rd., Indian Hill, (513) 891-4227 ext. 1
This family-owned market is packed with products to help customers be their best selves. While the rows of vitamins and supplements are a big part of its selection, Susan’s carries everything from grocery items to baked goods to makeup—all of which are specially selected by the team to help customers “be proactive with their health.” With new products on the shelves weekly, chosen for their ingredients and ethical choices, a stop here may lead you to discover your new favorites. ♦ 8315 Beechmont Ave., Anderson Twp., (513) 474-4990
Hyde Park Fine Meats & Seafood
After spending 20 years as a professional chef, John Dennis used his experience to open his shop in Hyde Park. As the name suggests, it brings in only the best, like Wagyu beef and Amish chicken, and even dry ages meats on-site. If you’re looking for a quick dinner, shop the selection of pre-made entrées (beef stroganoff, double meat lasagna, or meatballs to name a few) and sides (twice baked potatoes, potato pancakes), and locally sourced seasonings, nuts, and breads. ♦ 3645 Paxton Ave., Hyde Park, (513) 321-4328
Emir’s Supermarket
Emir’s is full of traditional Middle Eastern products. Though it’s known for its selection of fresh, halal meats, you can also find organic, farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. After opening in 2019, Emir’s has expanded the store and plans to continue growing with the addition of a kitchen serving up traditional foods, pizza, wings, and burgers beginning in early 2026. ♦ 3209 US-22, Loveland, (513) 444-4441
With more than 400 locations nationwide, Grocery Outlet Bargain Market is a family-owned franchise offering big deals on name brands you’ll see in Walmart or Kroger. So how exactly does it work? When a brand has extra inventory, Grocery Outlet buys the product for a low price. For example, when Coca-Cola needs to get rid of its extra inventory of Christmas-themed cans in January, you’ll get a great deal here. ♦ 650 Eastgate South Dr., Eastgate, (513) 407-9233, groceryoutlet.com
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