Thrifty Foods is a well-liked grocery store with a friendly and helpful staff. Customers praise the nicely designed and creative layout of the store, which offers a wide selection of local seafood, including large raw oysters and fresh scallops at great prices. The store is quite busy, which can lead to some parking challenges, but the overall shopping experience is positive. Customers can collect and use Scene+ points, and they appreciate the good sales and deals offered. The staff are particularly commended for their willingness to assist customers and guide them in the right direction, which is especially valued in the town of Sidney.