Green Grocer on Grand Ave

I just received this email today from the wonderful little grocery store in my neighborhood.

"It is with a heavy heart that I write this email asking very sincerely for your help.

Our little store has seen a significant decline in the number of people shopping with us daily. We have some theories on things that might have affected this, the loss of much of our parking zone, competition from new big box grocers, some of our very regular regulars moving out of the area and possibly things we aren't aware of, but regardless of the cause, our little store is struggling.

It is incredibly difficult for me to write this email but I'm hoping that some of you who perhaps have forgotten about us or maybe don't get by as often will consider trying to come in more. I truly believe that having an independently owned grocer that focuses on the highest quality foods (local and otherwise) is very important to our neighborhood and to the city. I can only hope you also feel there is value to a store that became one of the biggest purchasers from small local family farms (it's very cool when you hear a small farm can buy a new tractor because of your purchases with them). We have only accomplished this because of your support.

Anyhow, I guess what I'm trying to say is that we need our community now more than ever. If you say you believe in local, organic and ethically sourced foods as well as independently owned businesses, I ask you to please put us on (or back on) your routine. If those things are not important to you, I respect that and only ask that you consider letting your friends know about us.

Much love,

Cassie Green"

It makes me very sad to see a lovely little shop operated by good people struggling. I think it is a great move on their part to ask for help. We all know the feeling when we are shocked to see a little place we loved go out of business. We think if only we had known, we might have helped. They are giving us this opportunity, and I hope if this is anywhere near you, you will pay them a visit. http://www.greengrocerchicago.com/
1402 West Grand Ave.

thanks CG. i'm one of those who used to shop at green grocer, until i moved further away and became a member/owner of the dill pickle food coop, which is a very similar operation. i'll try to stop by green grocer next time i swing by d'amato's to satisfy my pizza addiction.

I was never a "very regular" regular, but I did find myself in there a couple times a month when I lived in the area. It really is a nice store and I'm sorry to hear they're having a hard time. They used to (and may still) carry the most delicious real buttermilk I've found.