08/10/07

not your neighborhood grocery store

by sandylara

With cereals that cost over 7 bucks and chips at double their price at large chain supermarkets, don't expect to frequent chef's market as your neighborhood grocery store (unless you are a billionaire and you are used to that kind of thing). Most food staples are overpriced heavily, and merchandise get s little old on the shelves. On the pro side, they have awesome ice cream and other gourmet frozen treats to tempt the appetite.

• Pros: hard to find gourmet foods
• Cons: prices to be balked at

South Street market caters to Society Hill's gourmet tastes.

by Contributor

In Short
Within this downstairs market, shoppers bustle around in combat boots, pashminas, business suits, staff in white jackets and green caps. And everyone is here for one thing: good, convenient food--some ready to eat, some grocery style. Director Ed Barranco can plan dinner for one or a feast for hundreds, no matter what the price range. From croissants to crab cake, spaghetti to sausage, toilet paper to turnips, the market carries it all.

11/24/05

They created the gourmet scene

by emceepotato

I have had the pleasure of working with chefs on many occasions and have been astounded everytime. When i initially considered catering with them i requested a list of references and was handed a 20 sheet booklet. Everyone from sports teams to the largest corporations in and around the city uses them and for darn good reason there food blows everyone elses away. When you are in business for as long as they have been, 23 years i think, you are doing something right. i have also used them for many other events and have been completely satisfied every single time.

• Pros: service, quality, Experience
• Cons: none

05/01/05

Gives chef's a bad name

by dcparke

Just had chef's market cater an event at our house. The food quality was OK, but the customer services was awful. Thank god I was able to make a run to Whole Foods to make up for all the stuff they forgot. There are much better places and values in Philadelphia, don't waste your time on this place!

• Pros: ok, average, warm
• Cons: mean, awful, forgetful

06/17/03

Over Priced

by djreynolds

I've never had their prepared food, but the produce and meat tend to be low quality, high price.

07/30/02

Fight for your right for gourmet quality

by phillybostonian

I always wondered why all over the city I saw bags from Chef's Market. Now that I'm in the Society Hill area often, I know why: impeccable food quality, quaint cafe area (inside & outside) to meet friends and neighbors, divine desserts and packed sandwiches, just to name a few. Daily the items change and the staff can help instruct you how to cook your fish and what great items accompany your dish so well that ya never wanna put your fork down.

• Pros: Variety of prep. food, Diverse grocery items, Staff friendly
• Cons: No street parking

07/27/02

I'm a Regular

by mspandg

Chef's Market, Philadelphia. They brought gourmet to town! I eat there daily and am NEVER disappointed. Hope they continue to have the new Gelati Cart out front. They really do keep the neighborhood going.

• Pros: place to meet, friendly staff, great food
• Cons: can't think of any

07/25/02

Been there, Loved it

by toastyfantastic

Chef's Market is the best kept secret in Philadelphia. Visit the store and see for yourself. It's run by local people who are usually at the store and who care about the quality of their products. The prepared food offerings (hundreds) change daily, baked stuff is just super special, their produce is fresh, flavorful and fruit is bigger than other stores offer. Its all there, fish, butcher, baker, caterer, appetizing. There's even lunch daily and a sidewalk cafe. If they don't have it, they'll get it or make it for you. They've been working hard at it for over fifteen years and they really are the best in town!

• Pros: product selection, customer satisfaction, new food ideas
• Cons: some items pricey, neighborhood

05/20/02

gourmet eats

by jasonclampet_citysearch

I've been in and out of CM for six or so years and I've always been satisfied. Sure, it's more expensive than Pathmark, but you also get a level of quality and service that easily beats any other grocery in the area. And the prepared foods are perfect for a quickie dinner.