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Farm Boy - Tribeca - Now Open!

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After months of patiently waiting, Farm Boy is now open in the podium of Tribeca (179 Metcalfe).

This announcement has been well received from the public who either work or live near the establishment, as it was once a Sobeys but was bought out by Farm Boy. During this closure, patrons had to go to the nearby Farm Boy at Rideau Centre or to the Independent on Bank St. 

Farm Boy offers a vast selection of fruits and veggies, continuously updating their produce section with what is in season. Check out their artisanal cheese and a fresh dairy section that will have everything you need and more for making the perfect charcuterie board. Their butcher quality meats will showcase their best cuts for beef, pork and chicken. Farm Boy also has an amazing selection of vegetarian, vegan, and plant-based foods, catering to everyone’s dietary needs. If you are looking to satisfy your sweet or savour tooth, check out the in-store made treats from the Farm Boy Kitchen. This location also includes beer and wine!

Aside from the amazing selections that Farm Boy has, one of the main draws is their fresh made-to-order grilling stations. These stations offer amazing breakfast, lunch and dinner features. This will really open the door for those looking for healthier take out options! Another great feature that store has is the hot bars, salad bars, gourmet pizza and sushi section. This is ideal for those looking to grab lunch or a quick snack while on the go. 

For those living in condominiums near the new Farm Boy and want to know how far of a distance walking is, we have broken that down for you!

71 Somerset - 8 minutes
199 Slater - 8 minutes
429 Somerset - 9 minutes
199 Kent - 9 minutes
20 The Driveway - 11 minutes
320 Mcleod - 12 minutes
354 Gladstone and 349 Mcleod - 12 minutes
224 Lyon - 12 minutes
470 Laurier - 13 minutes
225 Argyle - 13 minutes
225 Bay - 13 minutes
360 Mcleod - 13 minutes
340 Mcleod - 13 minutes
445 Laurier - 13 minutes
475 Laurier - 14 minutes
500 and 530 Laurier - 15 minutes
429 Kent - 15 minutes

179 Metcalfe - Less than 1 minute
197 Lisgar - 1 minute
40 Nepean - Less than 1 minute
18 Nepean - 2 minutes
108 Lisgar - 4 minutes
260 Metcalfe - 4 minutes
300 Lisgar - 4 minutes
205 and 215 Somerset - 4 minutes
364 and 374 Cooper - 5 minutes
295 Gilmour - 6 minutes
317 Metcalfe - 6 minutes
138 Somerset - 6 minutes
141 Somerset - 6 minute
375 Ligar - 7 minutes
235 and 245 Kent - 7 minutes
324 Laurier - 7 minutes

 

Grocery Stores In Centretown

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Everything is in within walking distance when it comes to living in Centretown, including grocery stores and assorted food shops. We made it easier for you to locate shops near you or even ones that may have a specific ingredient you may need. This list also includes health and gluten free stores as well! Are we missing something? Let us know!

Herb & Spice Food Shop

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Located at 375 Bank St, Herb & Spice is your go to shop for ethically sourced food, vegetarian and vegan options, gluten-free and raw foods, as well as locally-produced items. There is also a Wellness Shop that offers supplements, cosmetics, personal hygiene, household and aromatherapy products. Open until 9pm every day!

Massine’s Your Independent Grocer

 

Located at 296 Bank St at the corner of Bank Street and Somerset, Independent is your go-to grocery store to get your everyday needs! Open until 10pm M-F and 9pm on the weekend. Underground parking! Offers a student discount on Tuesdays.

 

Photo: Don and Jenn at FoodiePrints (TIP: check out their book - worth the purchase if you love food)

Photo: Don and Jenn at FoodiePrints (TIP: check out their book - worth the purchase if you love food)

Sobey’s Urban Fresh Metcalfe

Located at 193 Metcalfe at the corner of Metcalfe and Lisgar, Sobeys is conveniently located in the podium of Tribeca Condos (179 Metcalfe and 40 Nepean) where you can grab your everyday essentials or if you are in a rush, they have pre-made meals that you can eat on the go or heat up at the office! Also has wine and beer sales (restricted hours). Open till 11 pm every day. Underground parking is available but can be expensive!

Seed To Sausage

Located at 729 Gladstone Ave, Seed to Sausage cannot be missed when driving down Gladstone Ave as their shop logo is a giant pig. This store is where you can get handcrafted meats that are locally sourced and have few additives and preservatives. Seed to Sausage offers over seven cured meats including Genoa, Calabrese, and Chorizo. In shop made sausages (with no antibiotics, hormones or gluten) include caramelized onion & pepper, garlic red wine, jalapeno cheese curd smokies, apple & sage, and Mexican Chorizo. It doesn’t end there! They also have their own Old Fashioned Double Smoked, Molasses, and Cracked Pepper bacon! You are also able to purchase house-cured ham, smoked duck breast, hot dogs, and other assorted meats like Montreal smoked meat, duck prosciutto and pancetta! Wow your guests at your next dinner party with these selection meat products! Open till 7 pm M-F. 13 minute walk from Bank and Gladstone.

If you don’t mind a short walk outside of Centretown:

Loblaws Glebe

Located at 64 Isabella, just south of the 417 at the bottom of Elgin! Recently renovated, it has a nice selection of fine cheeses and ready made foods. Right beside an LCBO, you can get all your shopping done in one stop. New large space and quite clean. Open untill 11 pm everyday.   

 

Whole Foods Market

Located at 951 Bank St at Lansdowne in the Glebe, Whole Foods is your go-to organic, gluten-free and other food intolerances. There are also pre-prepped stations for pizza, sushi, taqueria ( Mexican-inspired) as well as a coffee var, scratch bakery as well as a butcher and fishmonger. You can also shop online using Amazon!

Metro Glebe

Located at 754 Bank St in the Glebe, Metro is your go-to grocery store to get your everyday needs! Don't let its size fool you, they pack it wall to wall with your standard items - it's no Kanata Loblaws, but decent quality!