• Terra Madre

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Non-veg organic wholefoods grocer offering a large range of bulk foods as well, including raw chocolate by the kilo. Many vegan dairy alternatives from cheese to ice cream. Upstairs is a wellness clinic. Open Mon-Sat 8:30am-7:30pm.


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16 Reviews

First Review by mountainfolks

novog1

Points +1396

Vegan
03 Jun 2024

Hippie heaven

I love this grocer it is so down to earth

Tasty.Plant.Based

Points +818

Vegan
29 Mar 2022

Some good offers, check your receipt though.

Honestly we go in here for a few items that we can't get elsewhere, or if we happen to be passing. They appear to have some good deals though you should always check your receipt as we have been over charged almost every time we have been.

The fresh veg is pricier, I get it, it's fresh and possibly organic? Problem is it's not as good quality as what I can pay half the price for at Coles or IGA. I'll happily pay more but it needs to at least be on par with quality.

They tend to want to check your bag a lot, maybe that's because people use bags instead of baskets to grab their foods? And there was usually someone waiting at the door acting as a security guard. The last few times we have gone the check out staff are also seem very moody or aloof, as if they've all got somewhere better to be.

Look, the vibe of the place isn't great. It's cramped, we run in to specific areas to grab the few good deals we know they sometimes have and then leave, no real customer service and if I didn't have to go in there I wouldn't bother.

Update for March 2022:

Still consistently overcharging items at the till. Watch everything they put through and correct them! I hate to think how many people have been conned out of their dollars because they're not watching the price of things going through the till!

Also, one avocado for $4.99?! Seriously?!

Updated from previous review on 2022-03-29

Cons: Not too welcoming, Check your receipts , Veg doesn't last long

Tiggy

20 Jan 2022

Yeah I will never forget the time I was filling my own pre-weighed container from the bulk bins and a staff member told me I had to line up (in the long queue) to get my container
weighed at the counter. I remarked that that was a bit annoying and the staff member raised his voice at me and said “We actually demand it!” Fair enough to insist, but basic customer service would not involve going from zero to 100 in three seconds.

HelenLiu

Points +239

Vegan
05 Jan 2022

Favourite organic grocer

Many vegan choices, very reasonable price. Good range of products.

YohanⓋ

Points +6127

Vegan
13 Jun 2020

Fantastic organic grocery store!

An institution in Melbourne, this store has so many amazing organic vegan products and food items. The prices are very reasonable for organic food. It can be a little cramped , and unfortunately sells meat and meat products.

Pros: Many organic vegan choices, Reasonable prices

Cons: Can be cramped, Sells meat and meat based products.

ST78

Points +133

Vegetarian
18 May 2019

Excellent range and reasonable prices

Really well stocked, love that they now also have lots of own brand goods. It’s huge but be ready to jostle with other shoppers along narrow aisles to find what you want.

Pros: Range of goods, Prices

Cons: So busy all the time

KellyMason90

Points +151

Vegan
13 Nov 2018

I LOVED MY LOCAL STORE

When i lived in Melbourne this was the place I would frequently visit to top up my Plant based Pantry.

This place makes a Vegan / Health freak feel like they have died and willingly gone to Vegan consumer heaven in a quirky Alice and wonderland environment where once can find themselves getting lost upon the shelves stacked full of dried beans, pulses, lentils and activated organic nuts.

If you are in Northcote GO TO THIS PLACE! If you are in Melboune... GO TO THIS PLACE!!!

You wont regret - the experience within itself is worth the trip x Happy Cow Shopping..

A few other recommendations throughout Melbourne city offering Vegan Cuisine and Yoga studios can be found in this article..

https://www.byequilibriofelice.com/expressions/journal-melbourne-australia-by-kelly-mason-2

Pros: AMAZING, QUIRKY

NinjaRamenGirl

Points +81

Vegetarian
25 Jun 2018

Great spread of products

Always flat out busy. But everything you want (groceries) under one roof

Pros: Good spread of products

Cons: Doesn’t stock Veganpet pet food (stocks non-vegan, Long queues

Oliveaolive

Points +32

Vegan
25 May 2018

My go-to store

This is honestly a store I visit daily. Many of the products are cheaper than large supermarket chains and they also have so many brands that I cant find anywhere else. Great prices and a good variety of products.

czarnajulka

Points +485

Vegan
22 Feb 2018

best organic grocer

i love terra madre. although it gets very busy and u have to squeeze through all the people and narrow paths i love their range. the plant milks are all so cheap. they have so much vegan stuff. love it.

Eda

Points +157

Vegan
17 Jan 2018

cheapest organic food I've ever seen

This place blew my mind, they have everything organic at conventional prices. If these were everywhere, it would make less well off people able to afford good quality food and the world would be a better place

RachelPana

Points +196

Vegan
08 Jan 2018

it’s an experience

Wonderful shop, amazing options and all for such a cheap price however the actual experience of walking down tiny isles and standing in a long line surrounded by lots of people is not for everyone, it’s such a great shop they should branch out and make the shop so much bigger! I love it here!

Pros: variety, price

Cons: crowded, long waiting time

Pips

Points +1596

Vegan
11 Nov 2017

The place for organics

Terra Madre is the place if you are looking to buy organic fruits and veggies. Best quality and price around.

thetenthletter

Points +39

Vegetarian
06 Jan 2017

great selection

Amazing selection even for vegans. The queue to pay can be a bit draining but it does move relatively quickly

Pros: excellent selection and great prices.

Cons: checkout system could do with an upgrade

PotatoesTho

Points +13576

Vegan
10 Nov 2015

Jam packed

Not for the faint-hearted or the claustrophobic! Terra Madre packs many products into narrow spaces and tiny rooms and is rarely quiet.

There are some excellent prices on bulk dry goods, a wide range of Vegan friendly products and organic fresh produce.

Definitely worth seeking out the quiet days for a more leisurely visit.

Pros: Good prices on organic produce, Variety

Cons: Usually crowded, Some items are pricey

peacewithinthepineal

Points +102

Vegan
18 Sep 2015

Must visit for vegans

Love this place! Been here twice.They sell vegan ice cream, yoghurt, cheese and 'meats' as well as organic vitamins, make up, chewing gum and household goods. Unfortunately, couldn't see any NoEgg in stock.

Pros: Organic, Many vegan options, Public transport close by

Cons: Very busy, Always a line up for the checkout

mountainfolks

Points +406

Vegan
18 Mar 2015

THE best place

I adore how cozy and small this shop is, yet they stock everything I'd ever need. The staff is incredibly friendly and they recently started selling their own brand of super foods.

Pros: variety, friendly, home-y




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