DiOrio's Supermarket

"Firstly, the prices are absolutely absurd. As the ONLY grocery store in a 15-minute radius, the next closest being Kalil's Grocery in Inlet, they are able to raise their prices up by 50%, possibly even doubling regular food prices. I've even encountered them changing the price of a pack of ground red meat from about $11 to $16 one day. Secondly, the quality of the food is low. The fruits and vegetables are disgusting, some with mold growing on them; the meats are decent, but they appear to be re-frozen after being removed from the delivery truck based on the quality and texture; and some products are underneath a heater on the ceiling, such as olive oil and canned goods, causing them to spoil faster. For the price and quality of their products, I'll be more than happy to shop at a corporation any day. Thirdly, the staffing situation is horrendous. The older-aged staff (cashiers and managers) appear to be constantly miserable and vile, and the new, younger people appear to be constantly used and abused and put under pressure. It's a very sorrow sight. Fourthly, they are very limited on food, especially during the on-seasons; and close early: 7 P.M. Monday to Thursday, 8 P.M. Friday to Saturday, and 6 P.M. Sunday. (And that's only during the summer.) If this grocery store is your only one, you better be willing to shop here at an early hour. Ultimately, I will no longer support this store when visiting the area, unless I'm in a situation where I need food immediately. It would be best to save your grocery shopping trip for when you must go to a city, such as Utica. I recommend shopping at Hannafords in New Hartford, where they have a much larger selection of cheap and quality food products. I like supporting (small) local businesses, but when they have no competition, scam their consumers with overpriced products, and treat their staff in a terrible manner, I refuse to support them."

"Popped in today for a few supplies and was very pleasantly surprised to see that they’ve got lots of organic options now!"

"Its a small IGA in a tourist town so everything is marked up but they definitely have more camping items then a regular market would. This was super helpful when i realized i for got a camping tote at home. The staff is super friendly and will to help find anything you need. There produce was well stocked and fresh i was even able to buy a large frying pan there i now call her Big Bertha"

"Nice little grocery store great hoagies at the deli in the back left corner of the store. I'm from an area where are hoagies are a big deal and these hoagies are the best around!"

"This is a very convenient store. It is more expensive than grocery stores in more populated areas in NY. They do have some great produce, fresh corn. They do have a very nice deli for freshly sliced deli meats. You will find They don't always accept returnable bottles, which is very frustrating. Also found some great local products. The bottom line, in my opinion, is don't do major shopping for staples, but great for last-minute needs!"