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If your grocery cart is full but your wallet is giving “side-eye,” you’re not alone. Grocery shopping today can put you in a full sweat thinking about the bill. But, saving money on groceries doesn’t mean living on ramen or sacrificing flavor.
Around Grand Rapids, there are plenty of places where your dollars stretch farther. Under-the-radar outlets & no-frills stores keep prices low, and we all love the lowest price. This guide rounds up the best places to stock your pantry without blowing your budget.
So grab a cart, lets shop smarter, spend less, and still feast like royalty. Here are five major bargain shopping spots.
At Meijer Thrifty Outlet you can find:
– non perishable food items
– clothing & shoes
– basically anything sold at meijer
– typically the prices are about 40% off retail prices at the store
– lots of discounted food items rotating in and out like pinto beans for .25 cents & Ramen bowls for a $1
The Grocery Outlet Store has been around for 14 years. There is a store in Allegan and a newer location in Jenison as well.
Here you can expect:
– lots of name brand items at unbelievably low prices
– a store dedictated to unnecessary food waste by selling products that may have been discarded
– products may be close to their or past their “best by” date
– some containers may be slightly damaged
– everything in the store is inspected & regularly approved by michigan state food inspectors
– guarantees the quality of their products & offers replacements or refunds with receipts if unhappy with purchase
– TONS of gluten free options – everything GF is labeled on shelves & a dedicated table for GF items
– unique because of its refrigerator and frozen sections
– SALE items marked down on top of the sale pricing already
– fun finds included flinstone vitamins for .49 cents, Hippie Chippies for $1.29, individual little debbies .35 cents, 12 pack of yoplait yogurt $2.79, 96 applesauces for $3.99
The Korting Outlet is a discounted food store + bin store.
Here you can expect:
– labeled products with the original price and their price so you can visually see your savings
– food items that are close to best by dates or past
– some packaging may be damaged (boxes not in perfect shape)
– all food comes with a 14-day guarantee – if you are not happy with the quality bring it back for an exchange, credit or full refund
– items continually rotated
– the bins are full of merchandise, not food. Bin pricing Fri & Sat $10, Sun $8, Mon $6, Tues $4. Wed $2, Thurs $1
The C.R.A.P Store has changing inventory of apparel, housewares & other items sourced from overstock & unclaimed freight.
Here you can expect:
– overstock outlet store with discounted pricing
– non perishable food items, clothing, furniture, toys
– possible damaged boxes
The Daily Deals Food Outlet is a grocer offering a wide array of discounted groceries.
Here you can expect:
– 5 stores in West MI
– affordable grocery shopping
– inventory that changes often
– they carry dry goods, snacks, fresh meats, cheeses, fruits, veggies, and frozen foods
At the end of the day, grocery shopping and current prices have become a little scary. You walk in with a list and a plan, and walk out wondering when eggs became a luxury item.
Fortunately, Grand Rapids has no shortage of grocery stores and outlet spots that reward the savvy shopper. You can find value, low prices and your smart choices stretch even further in your kitchen.
These spots are worth the extra stop, delivering delicious bargains. Happy shopping! And may your cart be full, and your total surprisingly low.
Kate is a Grand Rapids native. After graduating from MSU, she landed there to raise her three boys with her husband of over 20 years. She loves to travel, especially to new spaces and places. Her teenage sons keep her schedule busy and her fridge empty. But when she's not rooting for them in sports, she's usually skiing, playing golf, hanging around the lakeshore, and trying to catch a view of sunset.
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