Sugar Beet Food Co-op is a full-service grocery store located in Oak Park, Illinois, just west of Chicago. This community-owned cooperative offers a wide selection of high-quality natural and organic food, including freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner options from an in-house deli. In addition to the grocery options, Sugar Beet Food Co-op carries a diverse range of wellness products, supplements, beer, wine, spirits, bulk dry goods, vegan and gluten-free desserts, and more, with a focus on local and sustainable selections. The store participates in the Illinois Link Match program, providing up to $10 per day in matching funds for purchases of produce. Customers praise the store's fresh and flavorful prepared foods, such as hot soups and cold sandwiches, as well as the convenient coffee and smoothie bar. The bulk section and specialty items, including bison and wild boar meat, bakery-fresh breads, and unique snacks, are also popular among shoppers. While the overall experience at Sugar Beet Food Co-op is generally positive, with customers highlighting the store's commitment to quality and community, some have had mixed experiences, particularly during busier times or when dealing with specific staff members. However, the majority of reviews emphasize the store's value as a local, community-focused grocery option.
Love the store. Independent place with a great selection of products.
The panhandling out front of the store has to be dealt with. Enough is enough. It isn't helping anyone.
March 2025
Nice small co-op. Lots of great choices and a great bulk section.
February 2025
I love the fresh hot soups and cold food options from sandwiches to chicken salad. I also love that after grocery shopping I can get a latte or smoothie. My favorite during winter is the Healing Latte. There is conveniently a lot across the street you can park at.
