As born and raised 'European Gal' who is also a real foodie I was amazed by the selection and prices of the groceries in Jacksonville. There are several great options to choose from when shopping for European groceries. Europeans are very particular especially about the baked goods such as bread, pastries, condiments like mustard, katchup, seasonings.
"Yes Europeans can talk hours about who and where sell the best bread in town. "
When I 'google mapped' European supermarket in Jacksonville I was shocked that more than 5 places pooped out! "Yesss, this girl will not need to drive almost an hour to Middle Eastern supermarket very limited selection San Diego, CA would offer to Europeans."
Most of the stores are located Southside area between San Marco, Arlington and San Jose. only one store is in Intercostal area.
So here is the list of my 5 favorite European grocery stores in Jacksonville, FL:
Amar Grocery Stores only real supermarkets 2 locations in JAX with the largest selection)
B.B. European Supermarket (with attached Bosnian Kebab restaurant)
Romashko Euro Store (The Only Intercoastal European location)
Amar supermarkets are the largest from the rest. I can easily spend there an hour cruising around with a shopping cart. There is huge frozen and refrigerated are with rich dairy produce, meat, deli, sausages, or frozen meals.
Prices are very reasonable considering that majority of groceries are imported. I consider shopping for any international products as a luxury or as a special treat. You can't compare prices with chain grocery stores as these are run as a family business. As an ex-pat living in the USA far away from my homeland, I get homesick, especially during holidays. I miss my family, my friends and I am able to often cheer up by having a slice of bread with Rama butter spread, by sharing new edition Milka chocolate bar with my kid or preparing a national dish with a real Sheep Cheese instead of feta. I don't have to look for supplements because thank to all these stores a little bit of European taste can come to my house whenever I need.
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