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Fresh Thyme Market is a grocery store and natural food marketplace in Joliet, IL that provides healthy food and healthy values, with an atmosphere reminiscent of your local farmers market. We are committed to offering a variety of Clean Label products, free from artificial colors, flavors or preservatives, as well as many organic options. We carry many items catering to those following vegan, paleo, keto, vegetarian or wheat- and gluten-free diets, as well as anyone on a journey towards healthier, more delicious living.
Feedback indicates a mix of positive and negative experiences with staff, including helpfulness and friendliness, but also reports of unprofessional behavior and racial profiling.
Product Quality
Customers appreciate the fresh produce and healthy options, but there are complaints about spoiled items and inconsistent quality.
Pricing
Many reviews mention that prices are higher compared to other grocery stores, though some customers find good sales and value in organic options.
Store Environment
The store is generally described as clean and well-organized, but some customers reported discomfort due to perceived racial profiling.
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laughing Samurai98
Feb 13, 2026
5.0
Lo e shopping here good for gf tolerance
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Jermaine Smith
Feb 10, 2026
1.0
I’ve been a regular customer of Fresh Thyme for a long time and usually have good experiences, which is why this was disappointing.
I ordered ground turkey through Instacart and the package was visibly bubbled/swollen on arrival — which indicates temperature abuse and that the meat is no longer safe to consume. This is basic food safety.
When I called the store, the first employee I spoke with was helpful and tried to assist. However, once the manager, Denise, took over the call, the interaction became unnecessarily argumentative. She asked me questions, cut me off while I was answering, and repeatedly implied fault on the Instacart driver rather than addressing the actual issue: spoiled meat being delivered.
For context, I ordered priority delivery, live two minutes from the store, and tracked the delivery in real time. I also rarely, if ever, return items. Arguing with a loyal customer over a $9 item instead of simply acknowledging the issue and resolving it was frustrating and unprofessional.
I expect better customer service and better handling of food safety concerns from management. I hope this is addressed going forward.
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Stephanie Sproull
Jan 27, 2026
1.0
Never been here in my life. Another one of the great mysteries Bob cabpt explain about me sleeping
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Adrian Saucedo
Jan 13, 2026
2.0
Store was great, but as I got to self checkout, the woman working upfront was locked in on me as if I was stealing. As a latino with a dark skin tone, it made me so uncomfortable and changed my whole mood, and probably will just order online that stepping foot in the store.
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Viorica Balaban
Jan 5, 2026
5.0
Amazing little store that has so many good for you options, like organic fruit and veggies, organic meats and dairy and eggs, organic and ckean ingredients snacks, healthier personal care products, vitamins. It's like a version of Whole foods but a bit cheaper in my opinion