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4th Street Food Co-op
Categories: Food Specialty Food Health Markets Food Specialty Food Fruits & Veggies Food Grocery Health Markets, Fruits & Veggies, Grocery [Edit]
58 E 4th St(between Astor Pl & Cooper Sq)
New York, NY 10003
Neighborhood: East Village
(212) 674-3623
- Nearest Transit:
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Bleecker St (4, 6, 6X)
2 Av (F)
Astor Pl (4, 6, 6X)
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 10 am - 10 pm
Fri 10 am - 9 pm
Sat 11 am - 7 pm
Sun 12 pm - 9 pm
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
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21 reviews for 4th Street Food Co-op
Review Highlights
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"You can bring your own containers, or just buy the ones..." In 3 reviews -
"Great prices for excellent produce -- thus far." In 9 reviews -
"...of great things - bulk dried beans, flours, grains, etc." In 7 reviews
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21 reviews in English
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Review from Joshua R.
Manhattan, NY
4/22/2012
Solid selection of bulk items at reasonable prices - and efficiently packed in a small space. I got bulk active yeast here and bulk granola, both at good prices. The yeast was at like 1/3 the price of the other store close to me that had it.
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Review from Fallopia T.
Manhattan, NY
Updated - 2/4/2012 4 photos
Wow; I've been back almost a year!
I'm really glad to be a member for a lot of reasons: for one (1) I get to have a hand in running the store and--sort of--have a voice in what gets ordered.
2) Avocados are only $1.11 this week! (And that's before the discount!)
3) Bulk spices: ultra-cheap and organic. With supermarket spices, you're paying for the jar and getting an inferior product. With these bulk spices, you can buy an empty jar here--preferably, bring your own--and still get away cheap because you're only paying for the quantity of spice in the jar, not air. Plus, these are organic, non-irradiated herbs and spices.
The membership fee pays for itself; I'm really happy I re-joined.Listed in: Damn, I love my neighborhood, Grocery stores
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/22/2011
Full disclosure: I was manager of this store for about two years, but that was a long time ago.… Read more »
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Review from Kelly W.
New York, NY
5/20/2012
Love this place. Cheap organic produce and other yummy stuff. I plan on volunteering so I can get discounts and join the Lower East Side Credit Union. I love the commercial with Chives "the mouse" rapping on their website - so cute!
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Review from Robin K.
10/15/2011
I needed tiny amounts of a few random spices for a cupcake recipe I wanted to make. I didn't feel like buying an entire jar of nutmeg, allspice, blackstrap molasses, etc. (mm gingerbread!), so I scoured the internet for bulk places. I found 4th St Co Op, which is very conveniently located for me. I went in and was fascinated - they really did have everything I needed and I could get as little as I needed. I spent a long time looking at everything in the tiny store. The products are really nice and the selection is big. I went to check out and the guy helping me asked me if I qualified for a discount. I didn't know what that meant, so I asked him... he said if you are a military veteran, student ... I am a student, so I got a discount! It was so nice of him to ask and save ME money... I mean, I wouldn't have known about it if he didn't ask.
You should bring your own small containers/bags, because they will charge you for them. It's only a few cents and it motivates you to save the environment and all that, but I wasn't aware before I went in.
Can't wait to go back! -
Review from Gene P.
PECK SLIP, NY
10/31/2011
Wow, what a cool place!
This is a tiny, tiny grocery store that sells bulk foods and organic produce and that's about it. Bulk foods available include grains, pastas, cereals, oils (olive and canola, I think), honey, and maple syrup. Everything (or almost everything) is organic and very reasonably priced. Bring your own container/bag for a discount!
Also, in case you don't know - it's a co-op. There are 2 types of membership. 1. You can pay an annual $40 fee and get 8% off all year. or 2. you pay an annual $25 fee, volunteer 2 hours a week, and get 20% off all year! Also, students and seniors get discounts too!
Really cool store and really cool community. You don't have to join to shop so at least check it out! -
Review from L O.
New York, NY
Updated - 3/18/2012
my previous review still stands, but i want to add that i love this place, get nearly all of my groceries here, totally beats all other markets in the area in terms of quality and value and prices, and you have to check their website or wordpress for the new deliveries!! i have been daydreaming all day today about going tomorrow and getting a ton of stuff for what usually runs me 15-30 bucks!!
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/3/2012
i stood around the store browsing for a long time. they have all kinds of cheap containers to put… Read more »
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Review from Tiffany F.
Manhattan, NY
4/21/2011 1 Check-in Here
When I lived in Buffalo, my favorite place to buy groceries was a place called the Lexington Co-Op. When it started out, it was exactly like the 4th Street Food Co-op. It was tiny, in tight, cramped quarters. The selection was minimal but of high quality. The staff was friendly, eclectic and eager to help customers as they trickled in.
The Lexington Co-Op exploded as area residents slowly realized its magnificence. It now sits on one of the busiest street corners on Elmwood Avenue, supports local farmers, boasts its own fresh prepared foods, and members make it what it is.
I know next to nothing about the 4th Street Food Co-op, but I have a feeling that it is destined for a similar future...and look forward to stopping by in from time to time when I'm in the neighborhood -- if for no reason other than the insane pleasure that comes with nostalgia. -
Review from Christian L.
New York, NY
2/1/2011 5 Check-ins Here
I love smaller-than-my-apartment-stores like this.
The wiki-based product list is usually very accurate and a great way to know what they have (all sorts of bulk herbs, spices, grains, etc. plus produce, eggs, and, dairy). and how much it is (usually very inexpensive) before you head down.
You can bring your own containers, or just buy the ones that they have there. The people are great and there are no minimums, so if you just need that tablespoon of lavender or cup of flour you can get it here. -
Review from Cassandra F.
Brooklyn, NY
2/9/2009
I love the 4th Street Food Co-op!!!!!!!!
I've been a member of this co-op for about 3 years and while it was great when I joined, I've seen it make some wonderful changes over the past few years. The co-op is the only place I know that spends SO much time researching vendors to make sure that the products are eco-friendly, fairly-traded, and healthy.
The co-op is small, but I like that because it's easy to get in and out, and they really have tons of stuff. They have a huge selection of products (produce, bulk grains, personal care, etc.), but don't mess around with 40 types of each product, so the space is used well. You get what you want, but don't have to waste a bunch of time trying to decide between a million types of cereal and ketchup.
The produce is also great. It's super fresh and organic (although, granted, it can be a little sad when deliveries are late), and they really try to keep the prices low, which is usually not a problem since it's member-run and there's low overhead costs. -
Review from Thomas T.
Brooklyn, NY
10/12/2007
This place is excellent for stocking up certain things, and can save you a lot of money even if not a member. I go there for pasta, flour, sugar, oats (yes, if you arrive there and find the oat bin empty you can blame me), rice, etc. They also have buckets of dried fruit, nuts and coffee, though I don't know how their prices compare.
If you are keen to reduce your environmental impact you can bring along empty bottles and refill them with oil, soy-sauce, maple syrup, etc, though it probably won't save you any money. The organic maple syrup is delicious.
And if you have a few hours spare a week you can join for a pretty small fee, and then get 10-15% off depending on how much time you volunteer. They also do discounts to people on income support.
I don't generally bother with their 'fresh' produce as I'm a member of a CSA (community supported agriculture) on E6th St, which is much better value.
The staff/volunteers here are all really friendly and interesting, and it's run by a fascinating guy, Jason of the The Trachtenburg Family Slideshow Players - you'll often see him and the family there.
Unlike the Food Co-op in Park Slope they are short of members (last I heard at least) so go along and chat to them about it. I've never got around to joining though... -
Review from B B.
New York, NY
Updated - 10/26/2011
Thanks for inviting me to visit again.
I did and it WAS better than before.
Bought snacky bulk items and a couple of avocados at a fab price.
Next time, as suggested by other reviewers, I'll bring my own containers.
Save the environment and money!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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9/15/2011
What happened?? I don't shop there often - maybe 4 times a years when I'm in that nabe. Usually… Read more »
Comment from Eric L. of 4th Street Food Co-op 10/22/2011
Hi B.B., When you stopped by we must have just been getting… More » -
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Review from Steph Q.
Bronx, NY
6/26/2010
Small store but they have the best bulk selection out of any store in the city. I promise. Fresh produce is a hit or miss (the cashier tried to sell me moldy strawberries for $3...I know they are local and that's great but..ew.) but you don't come here for the produce, you come here for the pantry stocking.
Got a student discount which was nice. If you are getting bulk you should bring your own containers, they charge for produce bags and jars here.
Best deals: almonds, Brazil nuts (5$/lb, most stores its $8 or more), cinnamon sticks, raisins, goji berries, carrots, most spices and the grains -
Review from Rose H.
Berkeley, CA
10/23/2007
I'm a member, so maybe I'm biased. I love this place because the bulk goods are A) there, which is unusual for New York, and B) very reasonably priced (with the exception of the chocolate covered almonds, which are inordinately expensive). I get all my bulk stuff here. I do wish the packaged selection was a little better, though.
Being a member is totally worth it, though. And it's something I can look forward to all week!Listed in: New York
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Review from Joanna C.
New York, NY
3/12/2008
I just stopped in for the first time today, and I will definitely be back. The bulk goods are so reasonably priced! Lots of whole-grain options that I haven't seen anywhere but Whole Foods, except they are so much cheaper here. The store was smaller than I expected but there's a lot crammed in there.
As for the produce... yes, some of it looked a little, well, dusty and old. But the majority of it looked fresh, and the head of broccoli that I bought seems good so far. Everything is organic and most of the produce is local and seasonal, and they have a list on their website of what fruits and veggies are in stock at any given time, so you can check before you go and you'll know what to expect. -
Review from Stephanie R.
Whitestone, NY
9/29/2007
I was walking down 4th street today and got a bit distracted by the FAB Festival. I just happened to look and saw this tiny little place with bananas in the window, which caught my eye. (I was bummed this morning when I noticed I ran out of bananas and had none to go with my wheaties).
Anyway I walk in excited to buy some bananas. I ended up buying some organic gala apples and Food for Life organic bread - no artificial junk, and especially no high fructose corn syrup - YAY!
Although it's pretty small, it carries fresh of produce, a bunch of nuts, beans, grains, and much more. It has a nice little homey feel to it, especially because the people in there are very nice and down to earth. As opposed to a lot of the stuff I hear about the Park Slope Food Coop.
I'll definitely stop here again, not sure if I'll make it a regular yet - still scoping out for other places to get produce and organic bread at good prices. Worth stopping by though. -
Review from MichLee A.
New York, NY
10/24/2011
Great prices for excellent produce -- thus far. We've been disappointed over and over again by Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, and hoping that this co-op will continue to impress!
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Review from Oh K.
New York, NY
4/11/2007
I'm very excited to have just discovered the the 4th St Food Co-op, a small, volunteer-run, vegetarian market just east of the Bowery. The produce looks fresh and green and they have all kinds of serve-yourself bulk goodies, like nuts and rice and olive oil and soap and some healthy earthy things that I've never heard of and wouldn't know what to do with. They also have my favorite drink in the world, Reed's Ginger Brew.
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Review from Megan M.
Washington, DC
6/24/2010
Good for your budget, good for your health, good for the environment, good for the community... the 4th St Food Co-op is awesome! As a member, I work one two-hour shift per week and save 20% on everything. Unlike at some other co-ops, anyone can shop. There are discounts for students, seniors, EBT users, and members of other co-ops. Some things you'll find at the co-op: fresh organic fruits and vegetables from nearby farms; very cheap bulk herbs and spices; bulk grains, seeds, nuts, and pasta; oils and vinegars and sweeteners; hormone-free eggs and dairy; vegan stuff; earth-friendly cleaning and personal care products; chocolate and snacks. Not all products are available at all times, but you can check http://www.4thstreetfo... to see recent shipments or call 212-674-3623 with questions. Remember, everyone you see working here is a volunteer, so be cool!
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Review from Christian G.
Brooklyn, NY
3/25/2008
This place may be small, but it has some of the best fruits and vegetables in the city. I'm getting most of my stuff here from this point forward. No more bruised apples for me.
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Review from Chrissy M.
New York, NY
12/24/2007
Also a member, so I get the extra advantage of 20% off (join!). Sometimes the place can be out of sorts, but hey, they're short of members. It's just awesome that a vegetarian/environmentalist/healthfoodnut-friendly co-op *exists* in Manhattan.
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Review from Alice C.
New York, NY
5/26/2010
tiny. tiny tiny tiny. but full of great things - bulk dried beans, flours, grains, etc! i bought cinnamon, garam masala, dried cherries, quinoa, 2 bulbs of purple garlic, and 4 glass jars for $13!
