Sims IGA Plus Liquor West Footscray

695 reviews

511 Barkly St, West Footscray VIC 3012, Australia

www.simssupermarket.com.au

+61396872117

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Sims IGA Plus Liquor West Footscray is a Supermarket located at 511 Barkly St, West Footscray VIC 3012, Australia. It has received 695 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 stars.

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Hours

Monday7AM-10PM
Tuesday7AM-10PM
Wednesday7AM-10PM
Thursday7AM-10PM
Friday8AM-10PM
Saturday7AM-10PM
Sunday7AM-10PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Sims IGA Plus Liquor West Footscray: 511 Barkly St, West Footscray VIC 3012, Australia

  • Sims IGA Plus Liquor West Footscray has 4.2 stars from 695 reviews

  • Supermarket

  • "If I could I would rate the liquor west 0 stars"

    "A little on the pricey side, but nevertheless very convenient"

    "What a fantastic supermarket! The renovations have improved this former Sim's IGA 1000 per cent"

    "Homeless people sit at the front of the store almost daily, had confrontation with a junky that was abusing his partner in the store"

    "The recent makeover is an absolute game changer for this place"

Reviews

  • Mercy Otto

If I could I would rate the liquor west 0 stars. This area is a multicultural place but why was the liquor employee racist. She is lucky I didn't catch her name but the lady with fried box dyed blonde hair and blue eyes. It's 2023 and it's time to stop being racist. Pretending the police are patrolling and saying it as loudly as possible as I walked around the store was so embarrassing even for you. Watching my every move and being passive aggressive okay cool but blatantly being super nice and not even watching white customers told me everything I need to know about the way you work and who you are as a person. IGA please double check who you hire as i and other australians regardless of colour deserve to be treated with respect and dignity in your stores.

  • Mathew Garland

A little on the pricey side, but nevertheless very convenient. Edit 8 May '22: dropped from 4 star down to three star due to following: The ball has been well and truly dropped with the availability of fresh bread rolls! The supply used to be excellent, now I could only rate the bread roll supply as very basic, often only providing a choice of two varieties of bread roll. Additionally I've asked for the supermarket (on two separate find any chocolate milk available. occasions) to stock chocolate milk in 2lt variety, I seldom. There is no formal feedback system available so one can request the stocking of items, or to provide constructive criticism.

  • Edmund Carew

What a fantastic supermarket! The renovations have improved this former Sim's IGA 1000 per cent. It carries a superb range of stock, and many prices are competitive with Woolworths, Coles and Aldi. Quality is way better than at Aldi. You'll find ranged items here that the other three refuse to stock. Worth a trip from the other side of town. West Footscray station is a 12 minute walk. The 220 bus to Footscray (and Sunshine) stations is a quick two minute walk.

  • ares

Homeless people sit at the front of the store almost daily, had confrontation with a junky that was abusing his partner in the store. He come up to me while at the counter and said looks like you got something to say, hard not to look over when you see dramatic junkys in the store. Then proceeded to wait out the front of the store for me. Honestly I won’t be going back to the store. I was just on my lunch break don’t need that stuff!

  • Marcos Shaw

The recent makeover is an absolute game changer for this place. Before these works I would have rated the place a 2 star. Only thing for me holding it back from 5 stars is the lack of organic options. For your average shopper, this place has everything. The staff have also improved out of site with the new owners and new look inside and out. Parking is still always easy to get close by and they are open late-Ish. Great for the area

  • Daniel White

Store is a bit of a mess due to renovating, so some products are covered in dust. I wouldn't recommend going unless you're in need of essentials. The customer service is lacking as well, I feel like they don't really care too much about their customers. I've also come across a lot of expired products, so be careful what you buy from there. It's a great location, but I won't be going back until the renovations have been completed.

  • Val “Brunnie foodlover”

I really enjoy shopping here! Sure, some things cost a little more, but I save money because I'm not tempted to buy a whole lot of stuff I don't need! The atmosphere of a smaller sized locally owned business is so much warmer and relaxed. The staff are always friendly and helpful, and provide great customer service. Why run the gauntlet of shopping centres, and big supermarkets, when you can support local businesses!

  • Catherine Saez

Store is a bit of a mess at the moment because they're renovating, but the plans look like it'll be very modern and cool once it's done. Unfortunately, for the time being all the stock on the shelves is covered with dust which is quite off-putting honestly. They have a decent range of products, and occasionally some good specials but are not always the cheapest option despite their "price match" promises.

  • Joan Stevens

The store stocks heaps of unusual products that you won’t find in coles and Woolworths. Great deals on lots of items although some can be a little pricey. It was my first time shopping here and certainly won’t be the last! The staff are super friendly and young man by the name of Oliver helped me with my shopping and was quick to answer every question. Will definitely be coming back in the future.

  • Miss C

This is my local supermarket and I feel lucky to have them just round the corner. The selection is pretty good and the staff lovely, I'm super glad that the new owners have really put some love and care (and money!) into the place. I hear complaints that it's more expensive, but I don't think it's enormously so: I consider it the cost of supporting a local business over the impersonal giants.

  • Paul D

I love this place but I’m afraid to say that the meat and some packaged goods are not fit for consumption. Either meat smelling off on numerous occasions or pizzas being sold out of date with no notification. I hope the standards can be lifted ! I’m happy to pay a little extra for the SIMS experience but not at the expense of my stomach .

  • Susan Keogh

Everything about this supermarket is 5 stars. Delightful produce, bakery and cafe food. Bread so fresh, you will enjoy those simple sandwiches again Clean and refreshing store. Staff are friendly and helpful. Gorgeous selection of those yummy dips and cakes. Amazing amount of parking in this conveniently located store.

  • Matthew Brennan (Maddie B)

Great Store with the Best Choices of Products and You Always get Great Service's and the Best Price's, I give it 5 Stars!!... for the Great Service and Excellent Staff Alone!!... Who Certainly Can Help Me or You to Make some Great Choices, I Like This Store So Much I'm Still Shopping Here …

  • Ali Bashir

It's my local and has everything I need. Has definitely improved since the new owners took over, and with the renovation they're doing it's only going to get better! I still go to Coles for certain items as they are definitely priced higher here, but overall it's fine for a quick grocery shop.

  • Leah Schwee

A great local supermarket with ample parking across the street. Well laid out to showcase the produce, easy to find items and a reasonable vegetarian selection. Liquor store right next door and a cafe which was closed when we visited around 5pm Thursday. Convenient ATM outside.

  • V T

Feel of a country supermarket, same staff for years, incredible selection of cheese and gourmet European products although really high prices, still if you want something special go here!! 1 star off just because is that little bit too pricey to have for all my shopping

  • C B

They cancelled my delivery right before it was supposed to happen. They could have given me plenty more notice and I could have made other arrangements. Then I made another order and an item was forgotten, and the meat provided was rotten. Avoid this store at all costs.

  • Kaila De Paoli

Way too many things unnecessarily wrapped in plastic like broccoli and broccoli and cauliflower combos. Some of which was on clearance from not being bought. It’s excessive and it would be lovely to see a local store show more care for the environment.

  • S N

Used to shop here 50 years ago when it was an SSW that car park is pretty much the same as a very young kid can recall us doing our family shop on Fridays after dinner. Drove past today and brought back nostalgia. Can't wait to visit the new look IGA.

  • kathleen heather

Miss the old sims. Now it is so expensive, especially for ‘fresh’ produce. It is simply just bad quality for an expensive price and always has a higher price for the same item as coles for basic things like cleaning products or cereals etc.

  • The Whistleblower

I had a run in with the same lady in the city west water uniform as in another review. Never been so disgusted In my life. I didn't even do anything wrong but she accused me of being a thief. To the owners I will in contact with you as the

  • Michaela Hunter

3.5/ 5. This is my local and it does the job for its location. Just a few constructive criticisms; They have a lot of expensive pre-packaged bakery items that seem abit unnecessary. Hard to imagine that they sell a lot of them, other than

  • Ash MaleB1964

At 4pm Sunday 21 Feb the place was empty. No main registers open. I always pack my bags but it would've been good service if one of the 3 cashiers chatting amongst themselves had offered. And the one who served me didn't like what she was

  • Brett Smith

A very nice I.G.A store, quite a large store, has a handy Liquor outlet inside with a surprisingly large wine selection. Has a good variety of fresh produce and selected item that are hard too get at the major supermarkets. Close too the

  • Gary Smith

Good selection of goods with an excellent deli area. If the carpark across the road is part of/owned by the Store - it could do with a tidy up! It is in serious danger of being a tip! Apologies if it is not the Stores responsibility.

  • Paul Joosten

Really hate going here unless I have to. Checkout staff couldn’t be slower and more interested in chatting amongst themselves than serving customers!! And to top everything off prices are ridiculous and selection is terrible.

  • T Ski

Old school super with an updated range (amazing frozen empanadas!Macedonian pickles & spreads, Byron Bay Salsa etc.) & friendly senior staff; hopefully younger staff will keep the easy-going but friendly & helpful vibe going.

  • Nastaran Afzally

I literally brought a cat from here a while ago and it keeps on meowing weirdly and it's kinda weird and i want a refund because i wanted a kitten but i got a grown crusty cat. Lowkey disappointed but it is what it is

  • Aruna Venkatachalam

Bought a bunch of roses from the florist section - only two were actually decent with the rest falling apart/ rotten at the base. Recommend you don't buy flowers here. Otherwise the groceries are generally good.

  • O G (LG-LJ)

Enjoy coming here on occasion as they stock a lot of things that neither Woolies not Coles stock! Plus nice little fancy sweets! Good deli with ton of cheeses. Bit pricey on some items but great deals on others…

  • Scott Fountain

Awesome refit in this supermarket it's a shame that MOST of the staff know how to follow covid protocols and others have to be reminded. The deli is sensational and the carvery is amazing for dinner on the run.

  • Nina Mav

I’m a local and regularly shop here. I have to say ALL the staff are so friendly, their customer service is exceptional. Excellent variety of stuff and stocked up, fresh and excellent quality. Thank you!

  • J Bane

Good selection of gourmet foods and spices. Staff are not overly friendly. Also they have disabled parking with no access ramp. You would have to go down the road to go up to the path. Not very safe

  • Mauro Trentini

Very nice supermarket, well stocked with quality products. A little overpriced in my opinion, but they do sell good products. It also has a Cafe that serves great coffee and very friendly staff

  • Liv Johnston

have been a shopper for years, ordered some roast pork and potato’s for a family get together and was a huge hit - great quality food as always and great service from the ladies in the deli!

  • Sam M

Love Sims, good prices and the new renovations make it the nicest looking supermarket I’ve been to. Beautiful fitout, great selection of products. Even has a cafe and gardening section.

  • Seth

this was my first time at this store a young man by the name of matthew gave me some assistance with doing my shopping he was quick to answer every question and was a great help

  • Francesco Gagliano

Very UPSET. I have been coming to this supermarket for years. I am an educated customer who has always respected everyone. What happened today is really sad. I asked for

  • Ioannis John Konstantas

Well maintained store, you always almost find what you are looking for, clean store, staff are friendly and courteous, and heaps of comparative specials.

  • Jimmie

Sometime I come here, not many people, stuff you haven't seen in coles or woolworth, just once I got some thing not very nice, need to work on that ya

  • Leigh Griffiths

This is a new vibe supermarket. Lots of alternative choices in produce, clean and friendly. Better choice than Coles and Woolworth's.

  • Sui Sewy

Daneil Pacovski cannot come to work today. He comin beach wit us. Im very sorry to whoever it may concern. …

  • Callan Walker

Love sims. Great down home service and excellent supply of unusual goods. Always plenty of specials

  • Jen McInnes

Pet food has been rotten on multiple occasions. Very low food safety standards

  • David Segond

Changed big time to the last time I was there well mannered and helpful

  • Dean Lombard

Awesome local supermarket and bottle-o

  • chris stevens

Pretty good selection and fair prices

  • wanida mani

Quality things. Service is excellent

  • Peter Harris

Great Deli,friendly staff

  • Muhilan Muhi

Just like any other IGA.

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