Supermarkets in Colchester, Essex

“Absolutely love Starry mart! , It was basically my main shop for groceries when I lived in Canterbury! Exposed me to all new types of food that I now absolutely adore. Cheap prices, Amazing selection of items ranging from dried noodles, Fresh cream desserts, frozen meats and even hot food to go!. Really recommend!! ❤️❤️”

“I love this store. It was and continues to be one of my favourite shops since moving to Colchester 10 years ago.Theres lots of parking and i think it's one of the only stores like this that you could still get a wheelchair round. Good job. They host a butchers at the back of the shop and a recent rejigging appears to offer a wider range of contact wear now too.Theres lots of parking but apparently your not allowed to park here to use the chip shop which seems very unsportsman like for supporting other small businesses. Perhaps they could offer a 15 mun window before issuing penalties”

“This Iceland is conveniently placed in Tollgate shopping area, which means if you time it right... you can park pretty much outside. It does however get incredibly busy at times with people visiting the shops. Similar to other Iceland shops I have been to, it isn't massive, but has most of the essentials you would need including non frozen items such as bread, milk, tissues (and tomato sauce if your my son!) etc. Have also used this Iceland for home delivery in the past, but never with much success - so tend to go instore instead.”

“Good dated products, great prices, nectar card makes a huge difference and love the individual and personal products we get offers for! Parking is great for have a child also lots of spaces”

“Have some great ideas, bought loads of things like salt and pepper ribs, different chicken savoury treats, Mars bar roulade, duck rolls, beef Wellington, the list is endless, wanted to cook it all when I got home.”

“Not to bad a supermarket that's full of stuff you'd not normally buy but becouse it's pretty cheap you buy it parking can be hard due to it being a busy retail park”

“Good choice of pizza. There own brands are very good. Good choice of Slimming World meals and snacks. Desserts are good and good choice of ice cream. Love to shop here for frozen goods, eg: frozen chips (excellent selection) pizza and Greg's pastries. Love Iceland.”

“Speedy service and great value for money. Also has self-service. This shop was recently remodelled so that all fridges and freezers are covered. Products have also been rearranged to give that 'seamless' Aldi feel.”

“Convenient little supermarket to get a few small bits from. Can't tell if I like or dislike the fact there's a subway inside yet. The prices here are a little high compared to other supermarkets, but their bread and local foods section are high above other places. Wouldn't ever do a weekly shop here but its handy for grabbing a few smaller bits.”

“Good parking. Store is always well stocked and very rarely crowded. Most tills are sefl service and we have never had to queue for a till. We are a club card holder which gives good deals and savings”

“My partner and I pop into here occasionally because despite being a small shop they have an enormous range of snacks, groceries and interesting things to peruse and purchase.Walking to/driving to Budgens on a whim is a fun treat. Prices are pretty good, staff are friendly and service is great. Everything always seems pretty well stocked. I just wish I lived a little bit closer!The street is quite wide and you can park on either side. It can get a little bit busy at peak times, but you can always park down the road a bit where it is even wider. Or in a side street.”

“Good quality supermarket. However, not sure why the system of opening and closing tills has to be so complicated. Open till one.... queue at till.. close till one... open till six.... move to queue then close it just before I get to the cashier.. then reopen till one... ?
There has been a change to Lidl and it's not the best. Lots more self checkout points but all cramped with no space to pack you stuff.”

“We would personally like to thank James who works at the co op in dedham. He found us unable to use the app to be able to park in Dedham today. And paid on his own phone for us! We did get change and pop into shop and gave him it back. But what a remarkable young man James is. Total strangers and he thought nothing of helping us. Thankyou James. You absolutely wonderful young man. Please pass this on to him. With much thanks. You are so lucky to have James. Mr and mrs Hawes.”

“Not really an Iceland person but there’s this cashier guy who always seems to be working there every time I go and he’s so chatty and funny and banters with the customers, it makes my day better. Not sure what to say about his appearance other than I think he has brown hair but if you meet him you’ll know! However, I haven’t seen him the past few times I’ve been which is unusual because I used to see him every time. Wonder where he’s gone.”

“Topped up on my essential dried goodies, chickpeas, lentils, flour, museli etc :) also bought the most delicious wholemeal sourdough bread, yummy. Can highly recommend the reco store for a huge range of supplies :)”

“Prices are usually the best in Colchester. Most of the time at least one or two pumps are out of order in the fast lane. ‘Pay at the pump’ only available for 4 pumps, rest of the time you have to pay at the exit to cashier.”

“I made a telephone call to check on a item was in stock, reserved two which the lady on the desk brought to me while I continued my shop.
Had a slight problem with a gift card because accepted by the till, the checkout lady was wondering, could not have helped me more. Amazing service as always.”

“I know this is the wrong store page, I can’t find the correct one but I had to write a review on my experience today at Tesco express Colchester on Magdalen St. I was quite nervous as I’m still getting used to being a new Mum. My baby was crying and a wonderful woman called Paige noticed me and offered to help, she interacted with my daughter and took my basket and ask me what I needed and went round the shop with me, she even helped at the checkout. Honestly outstanding customer service. She’s such a great asset to the store and takes pride in what she does. I’m not sure she’ll see this but know that we need more people like you in this world. If any staff member from the store comes across this review please say well done to her. Thank you for your help and understanding today Paige.”

“Went to the carpark here it’s very small and card only. Some of the pumps were quite slow but it’s not too much of a detour if you’re on your way to Mersey island and I recommend filling up before you get on the island just incase. There is an Asda supermarket just next door incase you need anything. There was no staff present but it was very clean.”

“Top stuff, quality £3 meal deal which is a go-to option for any occasion. Selection is good and have a range of items. Often have items on sale which is nice and also have a range of seasonal items such as chocolates or advent calendars for my kids. Very local so I can just walk here which is nice”

“I am a regular visitor to this Tesco. The staff are professional and welcoming. You only need to ask if you need help. Parking can be a problem if the town is busy.”

“Guy on till very fast and very helpful (Dominic) was very good help me find what I need just tock me down where it is where some people in the shop just say it down there on the left which is not helpfull but Dominic is very good he should be on the shop floor and not on the tills”

“Thank you very much to Debbie and Holly for all their help (over and above) with our family holiday to Turkey! We had a fabulous time and travelled in the knowledge that everything had been carefully planned for us. Can’t recommend enough!!”

“Surprise package of a store, way bigger than it looks from outside. Good selection though wish there was a little more fruit and veg but there's still more than enough to choose from. Proper sized supermarket masquerading as somewhere much smaller looking. Good - I shop there a lot.”

“It's Iceland, not huge variety of ambient foods, but all essentials available. You're their for the frozen food, pricing keen, lots of offers. Better than aldi/lidl in some respects”

“99.9%...all staff always helpful, apart from one very, always, miserable woman, you'll know who if you get stuck with her, I do time and time, could make a joke or comment on weather, she looks at you as if you had asked if she was wearing red knickers today and always snappy....some people....wonder if she even owns red knickers, probably all grey....apart from that great!”