Mariano's Pharmacy in Skokie is a large, spacious store known for its extensive product selection and fresh offerings. The store is generally described as clean, well-lit, and organized, though some areas can be slightly messy during restocking. Shoppers appreciate the fresh produce, fantastic bakery—including cakes, pies, and desserts like caramel walnut apple pie—and excellent prepared foods. The rotisserie, baked, and fried chicken are highlighted as making meal prep easy, and the macaroni and cheese is called heavenly. The store also features a hot and cold bar and fresh-squeezed orange juice noted for good value. While the inventory is mostly fully stocked, some items can be out of stock, and discounts are available on select sale products. A common critique involves the shopping carts, which are sometimes reported as being in poor condition. Customer experiences with staff vary; the bakery staff receives praise for being friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, though staff in other departments can be less available. The overall ambiance is chill, and the pharmacy offers clinical services, vaccinations, and convenient online prescription management. For many, it is a reliable weekly grocery destination where you can get in and out quickly with quality items.
I had a Kroger Rx Savings Club card, but I went to get my medicine, the people at the Mariano's pharmacy wouldn't accept the card. They gave me a lot of excuses. I've cancelled the membership. Useless. Also, some of the people work there including the pharmacist and some of the techs were rude when I've showed the membership... read full comment
November 2023
Recently moved to the area from Florida. I came here for the fresh squeezed orange juice. Which is absolutely fantastic and considerably less money than the 2 other competitors. I cannot say enough nice things about this store it had everything. It's clean, neat and the product selection is fantastic.
July 2023
Please fix the carts. Kosher section is 4 stars. Ambiance is chill. Hit and cold bar looks good. I'm tired of getting shit carts.
