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It has been a difficult week, and just when you're prepared to take a seat and unwind you realize that you're in need of a trip to the grocery store. There are a lot of supermarkets and grocery stores in Bacolod where you can find almost everything, especially for your basic needs. If you’re taking budget into consideration, opt for these grocery stores in Bacolod where cheaper shopping can be done. These stores are easy to find and offer budget friendly prices, so check them out!
1. Pedlary Supermart
Where: St. Therese Building, Corner Rizal, Locsin St., Bacolod City
Store Hours: Open 24 hours
Outside Pedlary Supermart, you can clearly see the grocery items that you might need.
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Pedlary Supermart is a grocery store perfect for thrifty people in Bacolod. It has a large range of non-food products items as well as a diverse range of food products to choose from. And also, thrifty moms love to shop at Pedlary Supermart since there are only a few distractions you could find in the place. Compared to malls where you can find bags, cosmetics, clothes, shoes and other items. If you want to just buy some groceries and nothing else, this is the place to be.
2. Lopue’s Supermarket
Where: San Sebastian St.; Lacson St., Mandalagan; Araneta St., South Negros Road; Circumferential Rd.; Doña Carmen Ave, Bacolod; Lopues at 888 Chinatown Square
Store Hours: Varies per branch
Lopue’s Araneta, located at the downtown area is one of the branches of Lopue’s sited all over Bacolod.
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Lopue’s is one of the major grocery-and-department stores chains in Bacolod. With the brand promise of “bringing the market to the people,” Lopue’s is one of the go-to grocery stores for Bacoleños because of its convenience. Aside from the convenient branches scattered all over Bacolod, it is a place where you can find affordable grocery items. It first opened in the city in the late 1940’s and has been in the industry for more than 70 years.
3. Waba Mart
Where: Mayfair Plaza, Lacson St., Bacolod City
Store Hours: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Waba Mart seems to have customers at any time of the day.
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Wondering where’s the most affordable Korean grocery store near you? Well here you go, grab your favorite Korean snacks and ingredients at Waba Mart. If you are a thrifty mom who is looking for quality products from Korea, then Waba Mart is the place to be. They offer various Korean food products at budget-friendly prices. The items sold at the grocery can never be found in other grocery stores especially in the malls.
Note: As of March 23, 2020, this store is closed until further notice due to the community quarantine.
4. K Mart
Where: Galo St., Bacolod City
Store Hours: 5:30 AM to 8:00 PM
The façade of K Mart across the Bacolod City North Public Market.
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Bacolod doesn’t have Rustan’s Supermarket but K Mart Supermarket serves that purpose. It is locally known for its focus on quality and customer service despite being a local brand. You can find rare imported products and goodies in the store. They also have turkey for roasting and chicken ham on a seasonal basis. Those who reside in the eastern side of Bacolod shop here because of convenience and of course, because of its budget friendly prices.
5. Gaisano
Where: Gatuslao St., Bacolod Downtown Area; Araneta Ave, Bacolod City
Store Hours: Varies per branch
Gaisano, located in the busy streets of downtown seems to be a prime grocery store for locals.
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Gaisano Supermarket has all of your grocery needs. They offer wide assortment of fresh fruits and meats, canned goods and snacks. There are two branches of Gaisano in the town namely the Gaisano Grand City Bacolod along Araneta Street and the Grand Bacolod Main in the downtown area. Each branch is in a strategic location to cater different people in Bacolod. They also offer affordable grocery items in Bacolod, home appliances, clothing, and novelties to all kinds of food products and other basic needs. If you are shopping from the southern part of the City of Smiles, going to Gaisano Grand City Bacolod is more convenient.
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Each grocery store in our list has its strengths to call its own. However, they have few things in common and that will always be convenience and being budget-friendly. What are your go-to supermarkets and grocery stores in Bacolod City? See you in the comments below!
