Reviews of ECOLLEGEY- Marché Santé / Bio / Organic / Vegan / Vegetarian - Seafood / Fromagerie - Delivery (Fruit Store)

Miche H

Ecollegey is always a great experience. The staff is helpful. The products always of very good quality.

Shoshana Wilder

Good service, good advices.

Valerie

Unbelievably RUDE! After spending hundreds of dollar on groceries repetitively.

Rabbi Yisroel Bernath

Great little health food store in NDG. Love this place.

Elena Shurygina

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Aglaée Hamel

Very nice staff and products :)

Lore Leclerc (Mythee)

Great selection, freshness good, but they have a weekly 25$ raffle that's pretty much designed so that the chances of people coming to claim their prize are as little as possible. First of all the only way to know if you won at all is to come into the store- second of all the prize expires every week- third of all everyone is getting tickets even if they aren't coming back the next week. Most weeks the winner does not show up. If not for this raffle that has no rights to function the way it does in this digital age, leaving a bad taste in my mouth, I would have given 5 stars.

Ulrike Horstmann

Friendly and organic

May Assaf

I have shopped twice at this store, today was my third and, frankly, would be my last. Not only are their products pricey compared to competition but also some of their staff (cashier) are rude, haughty, grumpy, and clueless to the store’s marketing, promotional, and customer experience strategies. On my second purchase, I got a coupon for which no one bothered to explain to me how it is to be used. I got rudely handed over by one cashier to another to explain the store’s coupon policy. Moreover, upon my startled inquiry to the same former cashier as to why the store’s client database contains some customers’ details but not others’ (such as myself being a new customer), I received a smug and cynical retort from the cashier as to what category of customer I would like to be. Given the sub-par and flimsy customer experience this store offers its new customers, I unequivocally am NOT eager to be a client of this store. This store urgently needs to take a page out of Amazon’s book to learn about the basics of customer experience and overall customer retention strategies. Not only is Amazon their direct competitor - a competitor that frankly beats them on every single facet (price, products, cordiality, and stellar customer experience) but also their direct competitors are just a block away. With the present state of its shabby customer experience, I cannot recommend this store. I propose it radically overhauls its 1. approach to customer experience and 2. pricing strategy.

Ingrid U.

Everything in the store is organic and they are very welcoming and amicable. I liked the fact that this is a store that offers locally sourced products. I will go back!

Holly Whimsy

The people working here are wonderful! Great food and awesome selection of fruit, vegetables and organic food!

Robin Richard-Shaw

Great vegan product options!

Katie Momo

For a small little shop, Ecollegey is AMAZING. They have such a great selection of organic products which are tricky to find! And I love they are always bringing in new products to test out. I usually watch their Instagram because they are great at posting new arrivals. Just found a new fav gluten free bread brand this way! The produce is always fresh and it’s just heads and tails above what you can get at Provigo at the other end of Monkland. Service is friendly and helpful. It’s a boutique store and it really shows in the level of attention they put into everything.

Robert Cooper

Great service and always fresh food available.

David-Philip Gladstone

Nice. Expensive, for me.

Allan Sutton

(Translated) Attention the right address is: 4627, av. Wilson, N.D.G (corner of Somerled) It's worth visiting this very nice organic grocery store. (Original) Attention la bonne adresse est : 4627, av. Wilson, N.D.G (au coin de Somerled) Ça vaut la peine de visiter cette épicerie bio très sympathique.

Brandon Chandler

Nice small selection

Natalia Grijalva

Wonderful gluten free and vegan options! Great ground coffee too!!

Allison Correia

Great selection of organic products and very fresh produce. Friendly and helpful staff.

Elisabeth Chernichenko

Very wonderful staff, however this place is a revolving door for employees with good reason. While this store model is everything our world needs, the owner is hands down abusive to her staff. And Deva, I don't care for hearing your response to say " we are a family here and while its hard we figure it out", because if my family treated me like that as an excuse to continue to be abusive they're no family at all. I write this as a warning to people who might want to work here, and as a testimony to how you negatively impacted my path hearing about how you haven't changed yet. Working here harmed my emotional health as a struggling student, gave me eye twitches on both eyes, and really hurt my GPA as I started school. I started a farm on my own and yet I could not survive Deva. To Ecollegey, please learn how to treat people, they will be loyal to you if you treat them with BASIC respect and dignity. Good luck and Happy Holidays!

Jewels Drop

The quality of the goods is superb, and the service, nothing short of amazing. If you haven't been to this store, please do. They care.

Liran Arad

Fresh organic produce is hard to find in Montreal. Ever since I discovered this little place on Monkland I've been coming back for more. Their salmon is out of this world always fresh poultry and fruits and vegetables what more could you ask for.

Adam Chowdhury

My girlfriend had been going through stressful times with school and work. I thought she could use something to relax or while relaxing. I passed by this little market and saw that they had some great essential oils with relaxing properties such as sedative, calming and nerving. My girlfriend was very happy with the product and continues to visit the store to buy the essential oils and other cool products.

MS Paint

Great place to buy fruits and vegetables, as well as other more environmentally friendly options to the usual things you can find in a grocery store. I believe they also make their own in house products, which are expensive but also pretty delicious and worth the price. Their muffins are my favorite breakfast, when I have the option!

Lisa George

Love this little shop. They have a good selection of items and sell some house made goodies and meals. The kombucha taps are great. I definitely recommend stopping in. You can find a little bit of everything from produce and local meats to cleaning supplies.

EL Chesterman

My favourite healthy foods shop in Montreal. Many great products and the freshest bio fruit and veggies I have seen, and all in a clean and well organized environment. I have learned much nutritional info from the owner Deva.

Brian O Connor (BrianO)

Health food market with organic fruits and vegetables, along with organic meats and foul. Some baked goods also. helpful people. At rush times like Christmas and holidays, you can pre-order your turkey or meats, and pick it up when you need it.

Dan Goyer

Treat your staff better and they will treat your customers better.

Jeffery Thomas

Great organic grocery with organic meat. Excellent lamb.

GLOBEATER Montreal

Its small but they have just about everything you need. Its no more expensive than any other health food shop in the city.

Brenda Barclay

staff and choice of goods amazing

z rennie

I found the place is very pricy. Maybe I not belong to such level of customers. I bought all the milk from their store during my pregnancy and sometimes eggs. they always ask me for the name and give me a small piece of paper but I never bothered to say my name coz I know I will not buy any grocery from them.

Bell Danet

Excellent

M “Margotka” N

Fantastic place in a nice, residential area. Very well stocked and staff very helpful. Diverse ingredients and fresh food available. I recommend a visit.

Artisan Impact

Love to shop at Ecollegey. Always great and fresh products. Warm owners and lovely staff. Strongly recommended!

Neha Kumari

For organic enthusiast it is a good place.

Amanda K

Cute little shop.

javi7701

Great shop, I love the new location. Also a wonderful selection of veggie burgers and organic cheese.

Maria

I have been a customer at Ecollegey for about 15 years. Being raised in a family fish business, I knew finding sustainably sourced food was tricky. Especially 15 years ago! When my daughter was born I was determined to find the Freshest organic foods for us. Deva and Jeff were on Wilson when I walked in their store for the first time. Finally a store where I TRUST the people! The best quality and …they value what I value????????❤️???????? They purchase their products from ethical companies and from people they trust. I do not think that there is another food store that has 100% traceability. I Love the way the store is kept , notice the respect for the environment and I feel so happy shopping there. It’s actually relaxing. I Love their homemade products too. Having a kitchen on site for delicious ready to eat products is very hard!! I appreciate that they always maintain high standards. Having worked in the food industry my whole life, I can say that Ecollegey is the best food store hands down. It would not be the store it is if Deva and Jeff were not Loving caring individuals. ❤️❤️❤️

Tin NGUYEN

Good selection for the size of the store. Really friendly staff who knows their products. I recommend! @travelwithtin

Krzysztof Kędzierski

Very good organic shop around the corner.

Jean Destiny

Great quality on all their products and the staff is amazing. I am very happy to have them in my neighborhood.

davidhum photo

Good friendly place. Prices can be tad more for some things in comparison. Stocked with all you may need.

Adolfo Nuncio

They have a nice selection though, if you're all about organic and have a huge budget then you should check it out.

Rotem Shilo

very high quality store - products and staff!!!

Daisy Gunputh

Very healthy n fresh vegetables, clean.

Marco Miguel

Very wide choice of natural products, friendly staff and reasonably priced.

Yuko Noguchi

Oishii Fresh???????????????? I love a smelling of store ????

Emilie Potvin

Great little place! Since they moved to their Monkland location, the produce selection has improved, with lots of local options (Quebec onions with the tops still on!). They also have great meat selections, not just your typical cubes and mince. I do wish they carried more Canadian frozen fruits and vegetables (currently mostly from the US), but it's a small issue. They also hold raffles every week and have a loyalty program for discounts on your purchases. A nice way to save some money!

KaptainCanada KaptainCanada

More and more places have organic food. as a consumer who tries to eat healthily, organic food is a likely choice but there is no guarantee that I would believe that the soil is perfect or the growing enhancement products are totally safe or they are that they use in the space where they grow is necessarily any better. But generally speaking I would prefer to choose organic if it's close to the same price than non-organic. Major grocery chain stores have organic sections although they're small and some food outlets are going totally organic as what they are. This is one of those. And you're if you're looking for one of those then here it is.

Jennie Jonasson

Ecollegey has an incredible selection of organic products and produce! The layout is very nice. The staff are quite friendly and helpful. It's a pleasure to shop there!

Andrew D'Ermo

You will not find any other organic grocer that is as unique, honest, special, hard working, loyal, dedicated, extraordinary, humble and magic as Ecollegey. a true gem of Montreal.

Ras Dawid

The people are very helpful and professional!

Serena N Laine

If I'd be able to give 0 star, I would. I looked into grocery delivery for convenience. Since we eat only organic, I decided to place an order at ecollegey. I was horrified to say the least. The basil was wilted and wet. The eggplants were brown and inedible. I thought maybe it was a fluke and placed a second order the following week. Same thing. The owner is an absolute nightmare and has the biggest attitude. If you're thinking of placing an order for delivery, don't. You're welcome.

PineApple ApplePie

After reading the abusive behaviour of the owner towards the employees, I won't go there anymore.

Manon Boileau

Helpful staff lots of interesting products

Grace Walczak

Thought the store was cute at once. I come to see Deva is unhinged and mean to her staff. I can't count the many times I walked in and she was yelling. Then I see her husband yelling at her one day. IN STORE. All made sense. I come to leave a review and see all these other reviews... I am not surprised. Mean people never learn ha ... who cares if the produce is fresh if they act like this

Holly Fleming

EcollegeY is literally my go to "happy store"! When I'm hungry, tired, joyful, anxious and/or needing to grocery shop I go to EcollegeY. It feels like a treat, something akin to going to a play or concert! The produce and dry goods are fresh and whole, homemade spreads and dips delicious, the staff superb, the ambience warm and the physical space is pretty! I'm grateful to have EcollegeY in my hood.

Campus Potager

The woman who owns this staff is so unhinged it is Frightening. I was there with my six year old and she was actually yelling at one of her employees. Yelling. I don't know what it was about but I have Never seen management like this before and I will take us the 5 more blocks further and support a place who knows how to treat people with.... basic decency! Rather than expose my son (or myself) to that kind of disgusting behaviour again. Shame.

Jim Jazman

Ordered a variety basket of fruits & veg. Selection and quality was very good, and shelf life was excellent. The hummus, in particular, was delicious. Fast, pleasant contactless delivery . Happy to support a local small business.

Stéphy Steph

Very pricey! More than other stores will charge for the same product. Not a huge selection, maybe due to small size of the store. Fleur Sauvage offers better selection and prices and is located just a few corners down the street. I don't work for either :p

Carole Gagnon

Always closed

Taylor Richardson

Following up with the other reviews, I wanted to affirm that I personally know several people who were abused and treated like human trash by the owners of this place. Ironic, isn't it? A store that claims to be a small family business with a focus on community and wellness.. the way you have treated my friends is appalling, Society is evolving past the need to accept work from verbally and psychologically abusive employers, so good luck moving forward with your current attitude as a business. To whoever reads this, if you have any respect at all for preventing workplace abuse you will shop elsewhere, as to not place money in the pockets of fundamentally terrible human beings. Fleure Sauvage and A Votre Sante are within close proximity ;).

Liliane Synnott

(Translated) I'm waiting for a call for whole leaf green tea from Japan (Original) J'attend un appel pr du thé vert en feuilles completes du Japon

Mikaela Kirsty

Sad that the owners are asking people to write positive reviews following the truth coming to light. You cannot hide behind a "good concept' or "fresh food". The unfortunate part is, given the consistent arrogant and abusive behaviour of the owners, I doubt they will ever take actual accountability. All I can say is that the right thing to do is to take own up and learn from your mistakes. Given that this store is part of the wellness community, I have to point out that these owners and the way the treat their staff like the dirt on their shoe is the least "love and light" thing possible.

Paul Bussiere

They have been treating their employees horribly. Do not support this establishment

Olga KB

I second that all these sudden positive reviews are friends and family of the owners. Shame on you. Treat your staff better. And acknowledge that you've done wrong. Do not gaslight their experiences by encouraging your loved ones to mask your abuse. IT DOES NOT MATTER HOW AMAZING THE STORE CONCEPT AND FOOD IS, IF BEHIND CLOSED DOORS, THE STAFF ARE CRYING AND HIDING FROM THEIR BOSSES. Shame on anyone writing comments in support because you want your organic food to still be conveniently available. How about supporting your NDG community by getting rid of abusive bosses. After reading so many reviews: IF YOU WOULDN'T LET YOUR LOVED ONES OR CHILDREN WORK AT ECO, YOU SHOULD NOT SHOP AT ECO AND YOU SHOULD NOT SUPPORT ECO. Period.

Arielle Preston

Great selection at an affordable price. Their new store on Monkland is worth a visit.

mustafa mallat

It's a very cool place. I was looking for a roll-on product to help me control my headaches while i'm fasting, i found it at ecollegey along with other interesting products. I definitely recommend it.

Amandeep Mann

Great location and enjoyed shopping here when was in the neighbourhood for fresh and organic produce.

zigermanz

A local organic store run by knowledgeable and passionate staff. If you want quality produce and you like to be greeted with genuine attention this is the destination.

Rudy TV

Very cozy little spot. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Jane Doe

Another past employee here... was given some courage from Elisabeth's honest testimony about the abuse going on at this store. The products sold may help the well-being of the customers, but the owners detrimentally harm the well-being of their staff. Many of us struggle severely during, and after, working at Ecollegey. Though people have been saying it for years, I really hope that no one else is harmed by this abusive environment. Sending love to the staff. Happy holidays and stay safe.

Dodong

Today was their first opening day after half a month that they were closed, i went for the first time. Their produce didn't come yet but the nice lady informed me right away about it. She was very helpful the whole time. Their products were good too, not that much for now but so far they have a little bit of everything. I'd definitely come back soon.

Ken Tf

I am forever happy, satisfied and greatful Eccology is in Montreal. The best products for this mother of six who's main concern is safe quality food for her family.

Ashley Ryerson

Based on the owner's reply to the last review I had to say something. The people that own this place treat their employees just awful. It's constant yelling and abuse in this store. It doesn't matter how many employees leave in the middle of a shift crying or resign, the owners don't change their ways and never admit any fault or wrong-doing. The lack of introspection on the part of the owners, and their inability to treat people with basic human dignity is just appalling.

jeff rey

One of a kind Organic grocery store. Staff bends over backwards... so helpful. Wagyu beef at regular Organic beef prices... unbelievable. These guys really support local farmers, fresh abundance coming in daily from all around the area! Free home delivery. Too bad Organic has to cost more than conventional food... we’re worth it????

Debbie Belkin

love love love this store! their produce is always fresh, tasty and fairly priced.

John Smith

Employers that throw objects at their employees= unsafe work environment

Hurik Gohar

The fruits and veggies are of excellent quality, yet most of the packaged products are at least 2-3 dollars more expensive than at other grocery stores, such as Tao or Olive Branch (for the same organic brands). Dairy and Meats are very nice quality but hardly affordable for the average person (but understandably if they are indeed local and of top quality). The staff are some of the most pleasant people i have ever had the pleasure of interacting with and they seem to be very passionate and knowledgeable. My biggest issue with the store is the appalling behavior from the woman that owns it, towards customers but especially towards her own employees, who after all, are her bread and butter. A few of my neighbors have also witnessed such deportment, it was quite shocking, and I have several friends in the neighborhood who took their business elsewhere because it just was not pleasant to see. Now that Olive Branch has opened in ndg, there is less reason to buy anything but the produce. And good quality meats can be found at Le Maitre Boucher just up the street. Hope this review helps anyone who is new to the neighborhood and is looking for a good shopping experience.

Linda Mundry

They are very nice and helpful.

kimberley mikulis

What a pleasure shopping at Ecollegey the staff is very friendly and Deva the owner is very educated in nutrition and supplements, the food is very high quality and the freshness is unbeatable, I highly recommend Ecollegey.

Rupert Wray

Great store and a well informed helpful friendly staff.

Destination Nature

Amazing choice,quality and very good prices on healthy food

Lady Bug

I worked at Eco for a long while and through so many stages of my life. And it breaks my heart to write this but I wanted to chime in. I would agree with some of the really nice things said. Up front, it has beautiful fresh produce and a kitchen that is a nifty idea for a small shop. The staff there IS like a family. But they're like a family in spite of Deva and Jeff... I agree that anyone complimenting the store and ignoring all of the really hurt mistreated people, are just making the situation worse. How can you all still love and support a store that treated some of the sweetest people like trash.

Leonardo Asche

I shop here often and have never had anything other than positive experiences. The products are all quality and the real deal. The owner and staff are also experts as far as diet and nutrition. I recommend highly.

Douglas Kaprman

Ecollegey is my favorite store since I discovered Organic. Years ago I started regular juice fasts and would always buy my vegetables at Ecollegey. I than started to explore all their other products. The service was amazing. The interest the owners took in the customers and staff really impressed me and made me feel at home. If you want a great store, with great service and owners who actually care about the products they sell I highly recommend a visit to this store. You will become a regular once you shop their once.

Justin Klumak

My wife and I are frequent shoppers at Ecology. The produce and selection of organic products is above par. Keep it up Ecology.

Maggie Vadish

Amazing products and personalized shopping experience!

Charles Eydt

Wide choice of products, the vegetables and fruits are the best quality you can find in MTL, and by far better than other . Super friendly and helpful staff.

Vic Bertrand

The most rude people and worst customer service I've ever seen.

Shico Tamam

Absolutely love this store .. amazing products at affordable prices and great staff.

Zev Laine

Great store, great staff!

susie starr

I love this store. It’s always a pleasure to shop here. The variety is great. Always beautiful stuff seasonally and the quality can be assured!!! There are occasions where I find myself wishing for something that’s not on the shelf and if it is possible they will order it for you. I find the prices to be very fair as well. Often less expensive than the organic section at the regular grocery stores!!! Thanks!

Dani Clares

Ecollegey does have many great products, especially ones that I haven't been able to find anywhere else in Montreal (I've lived here for over 10 years). And the female owner (Deva) does care a huge amount about her products and her store. However - I have known many people who have worked there over the last three years (cashiers, home delivery and stock handlers) who talk about how abusive the owners are (to their staff and each other quite frankly). It can no longer be pushed aside as hearsay. I have also known many people who shopped there and who would be appalled at how Deva would speak to them over the phone, by email and in person. I have been in line when Deva has yelled at a cashier for making a basic mistake only to have the cashier yell back and say something like stop talking to me like that. I was shocked, especially when the owner just walked away. And even more shocked when the customer in line asked the employee if she was OK and that she too had had terrible experiences with Deva. I have also heard Deva make many excuses for why she gets bad reviews or "hate", saying that people can't handle criticism, that this is just who she is, that people don't understand (or like) the naturally more blunt way some Israeli women talk to people. While maybe some of it is true ... to have over 15 people quit out of animosity in the last two years (not including those who simply relocated or found jobs that were of more interest), deserves a second look at your behaviour. I do not recommend anyone shop here for the time being. I believe the store needs to close for a while until the management can actually take a hard look at what they've been doing wrong.

Yuri Sheweli

I was asking for information from an employee when this completely hot-headed, over-bearing, presumably the manager, came after overhearing the conversation and disrespected the young employee by berating her for not being good enough, sending her away, apologizing to me on her behalf and then telling me what I would describe as more of a sales pitch than the actual questions that young lady was adequately helping me with. There are a few other locations to pick from in walking distance and I think I will go to those from now on.

Matthew Elliott

Terrible customer service!

Georges V Peretz

BEST ORGANIC MARKET IN ( N.D.G - MTL ) My girlfriend and I went for a first time 1 a week ago, then we met a knowledgeable lady in organic products 1) large varietly of meats 2) a large variety spices and milk products . 3) Their products suppliers and brands most of them are certified and from Quebec, Canada, USA and other places around the world .. thumbs up !!

J. Durocher

(Translated) 2 years ago, I was looking for an organic grocery store that made the delivery. I have tried Ecollegey and have been delighted with their services ever since. Convenient and simple to shop on the website. Fresh and varied products. Adorable employees, delivery person and owner, who have a real concern for the customer. It is a real pleasure to do business with them! N.B. if you are looking for a particular product, their inventory is larger than what is on the website, just call them or put a note on your web order. (Original) Il y a 2 ans, je cherchais une épicerie bio qui faisait la livraison. J'ai essayé Ecollegey et j'ai été enchantée de leurs services depuis ce temps. Pratique et simple de faire l'épicerie sur le site web. Produits frais et variés. Employés, livreur et propriétaire adorables, qui ont un réel souci du client. C'est un vrai plaisir de faire affaire avec eux! N.B. si vous cherchez un produit particulier, leur inventaire est plus vaste que ce qui est sur le site web, il suffit de les appeler ou de mettre une note sur votre commande web.

patrick v

I have been a client here for a few years, previous location on Somerld too but just went in at that time at purchased items without setting up an account. The items are very expensive and most of the clients shopping in there have a high income so its not cheap. Good selection but the manager is clueless to the fact that people have things to do. There will be a line up, ultra slow at the cash too and there is another cash right there but they never open it. Staff and manager are chatting away while everyone waits around. Sometimes you go in and no one is at the cash at all and people are waiting and you have to ask...hello...Hey if you are a stay at home Mom or Dad or retired and have buckets of time its probably a nice homey store to go and visit but if you have a full time job, plus kids plus limited time it will drive you nuts going in this place. I am done , looking for another store already.