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East Coast Pantry
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Neighborhoods: South Loop, Printer's Row611 South Wells
(between Harrison St & Polk St)
Chicago, IL 60607
- Nearest Transit:
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LaSalle (Blue)
LaSalle/Van Buren (Orange, Brown, Purple Express, Pink)
Harrison (Red)
2 reviews for East Coast Pantry
I have lived in the neighborhood for a little over two years now, and was so happy to finally have a shoppe in the neighborhood where you can pick up a little bit of everything and anything.
The East Coast Pantry reminds me of a an NYC bodega (which could very well be the point) but not as dingy, since its brand new. Not only do they have about two coolers full of beer (and yes, you have your staples and even some more obscure brands) and a fair selection of wines and other alcohol (perfect f you need a bottle of vodka or wine to bring to a party - or to have brought to your party) and then lots of snacks, ice cream, salad dressing, tea, pet food, laundry detergent, bacon, eggs, etc. Pretty much anything you could possibly need if you happened to forget that one thing on your shopping trip to the grocery.
As Paul noted, there is another little indie convenience store in River City, but the one time I had been in (and when walking by to use the ATM outside their door) the lack of stock on the shelves and the sort of funky smell made me not want to go back - and head to Target or 7-11 if I ever needed something.
The prices seem reasonable (about the same as a 7-11) and I have to say, I would prefer to support a local indie merchant in the neighborhood any day! The people working here seemed quite friendly and the menu in the deli section seemed quite extensive.
A welcome addition to the neighborhood!
I live above this little store and I am thrilled to have something like it in our neighborhood. While some of their general stuff like cookies, chips and breads are a bit pricey, their sandwiches, soups and wraps are delicious. They also have a giant cooler of beers of all kinds with a nice selection of wines and hard liquors when you enter. The employees are always friendly and there is a nice homey feel to it. With their hardwood floors, tables, and flat screen tv, this place is great. I won't go as far to give it 5 stars, however it is worth a stop if you live on our block...i doub't anyone not living on the lower side of Wells is coming in. (I may be wrong)