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We offer great values on quality natural products every day of the year. Our 365 Everyday Value™ Brand is a line of value-priced foods that form the core of just about everyone's pantry. Our 365 Organic Everyday Value™ brand provides all the benefits of organic food at value prices.
Bakery
Nothing stimulates the senses like the smell of artisan breads, fresh-baked cookies and handcrafted pastries baked with wholesome, all-natural ingredients, warm from the oven. Our hearth breads are baked with 100% whole grain flower. Come and sample a wide variety of hearth-baked, crusty breads and delectable treats (including cakes, pies, tortes, cookies and more), reminiscent of the open-air markets of Europe. We bake fresh every day, including our scones, muffins and bagels. We also stock a large selection of vegan, wheat-free and gluten-free products.
Bistro-Style Gelato and Sorbet Station
Made in-house, our bistro-style gelato and sorbet station welcomes guests to a wide variety of gourmet gelato. Snack on a cone or take home a pint - no one else in the neighborhood has our creative flavors. Any way you like it, it's delicious, creamy and gourmet at Whole Foods Market.
Cheese
At Whole Foods Market, we celebrate the culture of food along with the food itself. This is most apparent in our celebrated Cheese Department. Here you will find the best of imports and domestic cheeses - from producers large and small. We feature accompaniments such as Spanish Marcona almonds, Italian wine jelly, imported olives, and lavender honey to make your cheese plates special. We pride ourselves on supporting cheese makers who uphold traditions and create cheeses that are natural and delicious. Our knowledgeable staff is happy to help you find the best cheeses for every occasion and package it for you in amounts that best suit your needs. Additionally, if you would like to taste a sample, just ask!
Coffee
We roast coffee beans in our store daily. In an effort to supply our customers with the best coffee on earth, Whole Foods Market is dedicated to free and equitable trade with coffee growers around the world. From our own house brand, Allegro, to the many suppliers of our other coffee products, we strive to work with companies that supply their coffee growers with a living wage, far above the prices dictated by the international coffee market. Additionally, we work with growers who use environmentally sound practices like shade growing and compost fertilization. The fruits of this labor are in every delicious cup of coffee our customers enjoy.
Floral
There's nothing like an artful arrangement of colorful flowers to brighten your day or your space. We hope you'll be inspired to add one of our many blooms to your urban sanctuary. From minimalist orchids to towering gladiolas or an organic rose bouquet, Whole Foods Market offers a an array of seasonal, global and exotic flora, as well as Midwest grown varieties.
Produce
As the world's leading retailer of organic produce, Whole Foods Market has over 25 years experience in supplying high quality, environmentally sustainable produce to our customers. When the seasons dictate and organic is not available, we carry the highest quality conventional produce to offer a more complete selection for our customers. We seek out local produce year round with distinct signage depicting the state and grower to support reducing environmental impact and greening up the local economy. No matter where our produce comes from, our commitment is to appearance, size, taste, quality and freshness. Whether your question is which apples are the best for baking, which stone fruit is sweetest or figuring out what a starfruit tastes like, our produce team members will be more than happy to give you a sample of anything that intrigues your taste buds.
Grocery
Our Grocery Department is diligent in stocking items that meet the strict Whole Foods Market quality guidelines — no added colors, preservatives, artificial ingredients or hydrogenated fats. You can shop at our store and always know the items you pick are 100% all-natural. We pride ourselves in stocking a wide variety of pantry staples, specialty items and international foods, offering a large number of alternatives in organic items. We cater to a variety of special diets including, gluten free, low sodium, sugar free, vegan, and nut free to name a few. We even carry an extensive line of natural petcare, cat, dog and bird foods. Our private label brand, '365', '365' Organic Everyday Value embodies strict quality standards at great value prices, and offers time-saving solutions so you can serve chef-quality, all-natural food with ease. From heat-and-serve appetizers to meal solutions, recipe shortcuts to desserts, better ingredients mean better flavor, fast!
Meat & Poultry
By working in partnership with outstanding meat and poultry producers in the region, Whole Foods Market brings you the best-tasting, freshest and most wholesome meats available, raised without added hormones or antibiotics and not fed animal by-products. We offer a wide variety of meats, including game, duck, sausages made in-house, low-fat cuts, range-grown turkey and chicken. We make dining easy by creating oven-ready meals that include stuffed meats, kabobs, and burgers. Indulge in our Dry Aged meats that are aged in store for 21 days and produce a tender, juicy cut of meat, or try our selection of USDA Prime Graded Steaks. Our stores even feature a full service Meat Department where customers can place special orders, receive custom cuts, cooking instructions and personal recommendations from our experienced team members.
South Loop Smokehouse
A new addition to our stores is our in-house smokehouse. We season, slowly smoke and serve succulent cuts of meat that you can order and dine on in our store or take it home for a quick meal. Either way your mouth will be watering for more. Open 7 days a week in our meat department.
Prepared Foods
The Prepared Foods Department at Whole Foods Market is a culinary oasis for those in need of a quick meal or something to complement a family feast. Peruse the always-changing selection of entrées, salads and side dishes, handpicked from our wealth of resources. Warm up to ourchef-prepared dinners or curl up with a bowl of soup made by hand. We hand toss and bake pizza onsite, for sale by the slice or as a whole pie. Try an offering from our Panini Station or our Asian Grill. Our menu changes daily, especially on the salad bar and hot food bar, so stop by to check out our seasonal and regional specialties. We aim to delight our customers, and regularly prepare vegan, and vegetarian items.
Wine & Beer
We love to delight our customers with delicious, hard-to-find beers and wines at exceptional prices. Whether a local beer is your game, or you need a bottle of Tuscan red for an Italian dinner, we have the perfect selection to make any occasion fabulous. We guarantee you'll discover something new and noteworthy. Taste an array of wines by the glass while you shop from our innovative wine dispenser. Best of all, our talented wine and beer specialists are happy to explain the difference between items or give information on unusual products like chocolate stout or no-sulfite-added wine. Just ask!
Whole Body
Our philosophy is simple: take items everyone needs and offer them in a natural, environmentally friendly form. From natural toothpaste and makeup to herbal remedies and multi-vitamins, at Whole Foods Market you'll find the body care items and nutritional supplements you need. In addition, you can shop confidently, knowing these items are natural, not tested on animals and contain no artificial fragrances, colors or ingredients. Be sure to try on some of our latest organic and all natural clothing. Our knowledgeable staff is here to help you explore the thousands of personal care items available to you in the Whole Body Department.

