• The Realm Refillery

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An all-vegan package free grocery store. Customers to participate in a deposit system or use fully compostable packing options, which eliminates unnecessary waste while simultaneously stimulating the local economy by supporting small business, farms, and other purveyors! Open Mon-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm. Closed Tue.


8 Reviews

First Review by helvegen

kindlizard

Points +1127

Vegan
31 Oct 2024

Hostile staff, rancid oils & webbed flours

Extremely hostile staff
I would give it less stars, but there is a base 2 stars for a vegan listing.
The staff here were extremely hostile toward all the patrons in the store when we went, including a child, in line with other reviews as well.
The oils are in clear glass, as shown in a picture in a different review, in the window, in the heat and sunlight! This is how oils degrade and become denatured!!! This is how rancidity happens! Selling rancid oils is toxic!!
I think its safer to know the chain of custody is healthful than to buy oils that are in clear glass in direct sunlight, even it makes it look inviting and Karen-yoga-studio-chic, it is NOT how oils are kept and only serves to spoil them!!!
Cleanliness is a disappointing factor. The flour we bought had little webs in it, likely from being stored improperly (maybe too hot? - back stock maybe kept cool might help their investment stay longer rather than passing the loss onto the customer).
Surprising they can stay in business selling subpar food that has gone bad. I did not keep a receipt...

several reviews have been pulled from here, which in my case, adhere to the policy which I am extremely clear on. how many other inappropriate times has the "ambassador" pulled the review? maybe we should get the webmaster involved? how many reviews does she monitor for her agreement? this place is problematic, the food the vibe and I am allowed to tell my experience, that is what HC is based on.

Updated from previous review on 2024-09-13

Cons: poor tones of voices and words directed at folx, degraded oils- bulk oil in direct sunlight!!!!!, webs in flours, mean people suck

kindlizard

01 Nov 2024

Nowhere did I suggest it is a jihadist money laundering scheme, I didn't reference the materials that celebrate the sexual assaults and murders of innocence they keep on their counter. I referenced the oils and flours and that I had no receipt, now I recall they dont give them which is why i didnt find mine.

KitteeBee

Points +317

Vegan
03 Aug 2024

I love The Realm

Super friendly and helpful staff. They have tons of interesting things to try in bulk plus they have a great selection of Vtopian cheese.

Pros: Staff , Selection , Low waste

beeshed

Points +76

Vegan
09 Jul 2024

Everything you need and more

If you live here, it’s a must for bulk goods.
Dry and liquids: oils, vinegar, vegan alternatives to common ingredients, soaps, detergents. They even carry vegan white chocolate chips that actually have cacao butter & vanilla - not just sugar and oil like most!

If you’re visiting I’d still say stop here, decent amount of snacks and treats you can enjoy while you’re visiting. Vegan cheeses, trail mix, chips and a few dips.

wiseharts

Points +2205

Vegan
01 Mar 2024

A very fun place

This place is great! Such a neat concept with an amazing variety of goods.

ginaterrito

Points +425

Vegan
12 Jun 2022

I’m in love

The shop has so much great stuff! I love that everything is vegan and no plastic waste. I’ll definitely be back to support such a great store with a mission I am deeply passionate about! Plus Dinger’s deli meats!!!

Pros: All vegan, No waste, Local products

OperationChowhound

Points +7312

Vegan
06 Jun 2022

Overwhelmed at The Realm

So many products! Cleaning supplies, condiments, dried fruit, flours, grains, granola, nuts, spices, tea, etc. Small selection of fresh vegetables. It's not advertised, but everything is vegan, so you don't have to check ingredients. I wish I could sample some of the snacks before buying. Currently not allowed to use your own containers, but they're advocating to change the law.

Pros: all vegan, glass jars and paper bags

Cons: some products don't have instructions

PramodhJ

Points +50

Vegan
25 May 2022

YOU NEED TO GO HERE!!

This store is a dream come true and is so well thought out. A simple $2 deposit for any jar which can be refunded upon return or swapped out for another jar. A wide array of products, with a huge focus on local and small businesses! And its all vegan, which is amazing. Words can't contain my excitement for this store, go check it out soon!

Updated from previous review on 2022-05-25

helvegen

Points +44

Vegan
22 May 2022

Finally a zero-waste grocery store in PDX!

Portland finally has a zero-waste grocery store and its ALL VEGAN! Their selection is extremely well thought out and curated. Any compostable packaging is truly compostable, no industrial facilities needed, no greenwashing. Even the local Vtopian cheese they sell is wrapped in a backyard compostable certified cellophane. This place is the real deal. The inside of the store is beautiful with tons of bulk offerings along with plastic-free products and resources for reducing waste and moving towards a zero-waste lifestyle. Unlike other zero-waste store concepts I've seen, you can be sure all of the products here are cruelty free (both the owners are vegan) and they have refrigerated goods and local organic produce and breads. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and can easily answer any of your questions about their vast selection of products as well as tips for reducing your waste.

Pros: Well Priced, Wide selection of products, All vegan




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