Tesco Superstore

Reviews

• ME

  Mark Evans

  5 days ago
  3.0
  I’ve been shopping at the Tesco Superstore on Altcar Road in Formby for a while now, and it’s pretty much the definition of a reliable, mid-range supermarket experience. It rarely blows me away, but it almost always gets the job done for the weekly family shop. ​The Positives: First off, the location is incredibly convenient right off the main road, and the car park is huge, so finding a space is rarely an issue even during peak Saturday morning rushes. Inside, the layout is spacious and generally easy to navigate. The fresh produce section is usually well-stocked, and I appreciate the decent selection of World Foods and the expanded free-from section, which has gotten much better over the last year. The staff here are a major saving grace; they are almost always polite, helpful, and quick to point you in the right direction if you're hunting down an elusive item. ​Where it Loses Points: However, it isn't perfect. Stock consistency can be a bit of a gamble, particularly later in the evening. There have been several occasions where standard items on my list—like specific brands of milk or fresh bakery items—were completely cleared out. Speaking of the bakery, while the smells are great in the morning, the selection thins out drastically by mid-afternoon. ​Another minor frustration is the checkout situation. While they have plenty of self-service lanes, they frequently seem to suffer from the classic "unexpected item in the bagging area" glitches, and the queues for the manned tills can back up significantly during busy hours because only a few are open. ​The Verdict: All in all, it’s a perfectly fine, clean, and safe place to shop. It might not have the high-end sparkle of some nearby competitors, but for competitive prices (especially if you scan your Clubcard) and sheer convenience, it remains my main regular stop. It’s a solid, dependable option for Formby residents.
• TC

  Tee Cee

  Jun 5, 2026
  5.0
  Favourite supermarket. They even sell things you didn't know you needed. 😀
• CM

  Charlie McDonnell

  May 29, 2026
  5.0
  Great choice for your shopping, plenty of options, and Costa coffee shop for a flat white before you go home.☕️
• SH

  sian hollywood

  May 15, 2026
  1.0
  Went in today to look at clothes for my son. A colleague June was helping me look at sizes due to myself being visually impaired. When walking back to the till Andrea who is the floor manager had ago at June as she wasnt on the self service till but was on the way back. As I customer I wasnt to happy at a member of staff speaking to a member of staff like that in front of several customers. I have been in store and spoken to John who was very helpful as was June.
• AF

  Ant Ford

  Apr 8, 2026
  2.0
  Not a lot of stock on produce shelfs