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| Fantastic products are for sale in back room at Grandpa's. |
Grandpa's Fresh Market, owned by Chris and Mike Christensen, has been open in the Albany area at 36483 Hwy 226 for almost 20 years, selling Oregon grown produce, much of which is grown on the farm, surrounding the market.
Their business card says it all, "Farm fresh produce-we know it- cause we grow it."
Right now the products, Oregon made, in the back room of Grandpa's are the biggest attractions. There are so many treasures to be found from hand made aprons, home decor items, specialty oils and tinctures, and other speciality items, made by artisans in Oregon.
Most of the produce will be ready for sale in the next two weeks to a month. There is a blueberry patch, where the customer is able to have them picked or do the picking.
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| Another display of products goes in the back room at Grandpa's if the price is right. |
When the customer enters the open market, they are met by friendly staff and often miss the backroom, as I did, and see the glorious profusion of craft that our citizens create.
Exceptional customer service is a given at this market, demonstrated by Megan, who works there. Megan was very helpful with customers and handled all transactions as if each customer was the only one. When a customer complained and wanted her vegetables washed right now, Megan did not even bat an eye and proceeded to the house beside the market and did it for her with a smile. That is customer service.
Grandpa's is off the beaten path but well worth the trip, especially if you desire great produce and beautiful items for your friends, family and home at a reasonable price.
At a glance:
Grandpa's Fresh Market
36483 Hwy 226 (off hwy 20 on way to Scio), Albany
541-928-8778
grandpasfreshmarket.com
Open May 1 to Nov 15
Monday-Saturday 8:30 a. m. to 7:00 p. m.
Sunday 10 a. m. to 4 p. m.
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| Customers love shopping at Grandpa's. |
Senior vouchers and WIC coupons are accepted at Grandpa's Fresh Market.
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