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Best Grocery Restaurants Nearby in Ferndale

Hayes Market

Hayes Market

4.6
(300+)
• Alcohol • Grocery
$0 delivery fee • 11.6 mi • 51 min
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Tito's Handmade Vodka 375ML
100% pure squeezed pasteurized orange juice. A delicious orange juice with a taste that’s the next best thing to fresh squeezed.
$15.99
Jose Cuervo Especial Gold 375ml
100% pure squeezed pasteurized orange juice. A delicious orange juice with a taste that’s the next best thing to fresh squeezed.
$15.88
Bacardi Gold 750ml
100% pure squeezed pasteurized orange juice. A delicious orange juice with a taste that’s the next best thing to fresh squeezed.
$15.99
Rosette Market + Cafe

Rosette Market + Cafe

4.9
(20+)
• American • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 12.5 mi • 45 min
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Build Your Own Sandwiches
Customizable sandwiches with your choice of ingredients for a personalized meal.
$11.62
Bec (Bacon, Egg & Cheese)
Crispy beef bacon, egg & American cheese on your choice of bread.
$8.85
Oat Milk Draft Latte
Smooth latte crafted with oat milk for a creamy, dairy-free coffee experience.
$6.5
Blazin' Chicken
Buffalo chicken breast, chipotle gouda, lettuce, red onion, fresh jalapeno, fiery chipotle gourmaise sauce.
$11
Subway

Subway

4.4
(200+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 13.0 mi • 50 min
Farther away
20% off on $25+
"Egg & Cheese subway was so good it had extra sauce on it yum 😋 Raspberry Cheesecake Cookie"
"Yum, everything fresh, and the portion is just right. 10/10 likes always."
Chicken & Bacon Ranch
Tender Rotisserie-style chicken, Monterey cheddar cheese, bacon, Peppercorn Ranch, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Artisan bread.
$15.38
Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki®
Tender Grilled chicken, American cheese, Sweet Onion Teriyaki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Hearty Multigrain bread.
$13.71
Oven-Roasted Turkey
Oven-roasted Turkey, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$11.91
Spicy Italian
Spicy Pepperoni, Genoa salami, provolone cheese, jalapenos, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan bread.
$11.9
Scotia Stop Food Store

Scotia Stop Food Store

4.9
(10+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee • 2.8 mi • 34 min
Large Pepperoni
Pepperoni, cheese, sausage, pizza sauce, wrapped up in our homemade dough. Topped with garlic butter, parmesan cheese and oregano.
$14.14
Fork in Nigeria

Fork in Nigeria

4.3
(4k+)
• Soul Food • African
$0 delivery fee • 3.0 mi • 35 min
"Flavor is good as always. Missing some chicken this time. There is usually a thigh and leg. This time only a thigh. Piece is broken off. Just less value for the price when it's less protein."
"I wish it came with a bit more of the soup for the price, because I couldn't get enough!!! This was my first time trying fufu & stew. It was so flavorful and delicious. The plantains were sweet & caramelized. I would absolutely get this again and know next time what to get extra of!"
Zobo Drink
Organic Homemade Hibiscus tea made with blends of pineapples. herbs and sweetened with honey.
$6
Fufu Egusi Meal
A classic West African favorite featuring a savory melon seed stew simmered with palm oil, spinach, and traditional spices. Served with smooth, pounded fufu for the perfect dipping experience.
$27.67
Egusi and Fufu Meal
A delicious vegan version of the classic West African melon seed stew, simmered with spinach and traditional spices. Served with smooth, pounded yam fufu.
$19.5
Side of Pounded Yam
A smooth, dough-like West African staple made from premium yams, pounded to a soft and stretchy perfection. The ideal authentic accompaniment for scooping up savory stews and soups.
$6.5
Domino's

Domino's

4.4
(700+)
• Pizza • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee • 2.8 mi • 34 min
"Domino's Marbled Cookie Brownie were burnt on the edges and bottom, which was not that great. Especially on this second day."
"I ordered Ham & Pineapple. I also got Green Peppers. I tried to pick them out, but not confident I got them all. Regardless, Green Peppers are one of the vegetables that permeates the entire flavor of anything it's cooked in, so it was a relatively futile effort. The flavor was kicked in. Yuck!!"
Build Your Pizza
A custom pizza made to order. Choose from any of our delicious crust styles, including Handmade Pan.
$16.46
MeatZZa
Pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage and beef, all sandwiched between two layers of provolone and cheese made with 100% real mozzarella.
$17.84
Ultimate Pepperoni
Two layers of pepperoni sandwiched between provolone, Parmesan-Asiago and cheese made with 100% real mozzarella then sprinkled with oregano.
$18.03
ExtravaganZZa
Pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage, beef, fresh onions, fresh green peppers, fresh mushrooms and black olives, all sandwiched between two layers of provolone and cheese made with 100% real mozzarella.
$17.28
Auntie Anne’s

Auntie Anne’s

4.4
(100+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 10.7 mi • 40 min
Farther away
"Original Pretzel Nuggets were extremely fresh, absolutely will order again portion size is good"
"i love auntie annes but this location is just not it apparently, this is my first time ordering from this specific location & i usually order from a different one & maybe it was just a one off & if i ever do try this location again ill come and update my review or leave a new one to lyk cause i like to give the benefit of the doubt buttttt- i usually LOVE the Mini Pretzel Dogs but the cup is literally not even HALF full, there's was like 5 in the cup... mind you they are $7.99... and then to top it off the 5 that are in the cup have the most THIN, lowkey burnt, greasy exterior & like i said i love auntie annes so i know the potential these have & they usually have a thick pretzel outing and aren't super greasy and aren't burnt & they always fill the cup up & have minimum 12 in the cup in every other location i go to. i'll continue- i also usually love the Pepperoni pretzel nuggets (from other locations) but they sent them to me with half of them burnt or overcooked & nearly all of them are missing the cheese topping that goes with the pepperoni so it's just like overcooked/burnt sorta hard pretzels with a piece of pepperoni on it... nottttt itttt. but i will say the lemonade is good but it's always good no matter the location cause literally how in the world can you fck that up.."
Original Pretzel Nuggets
Bite-size salty pretzel nuggets that are baked fresh for you.
$8.35
Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Nuggets
Cinnamon and sugar make these little twists impossible to resist.
$8.38
Original Pretzel
The original twist that started it all; a simple, buttery and salty pretzel.
$6.43
Mini Pretzel Dogs
These mini bites pack big flavor with Nathan’s Famous® hot dogs wrapped in our fresh-baked pretzel dough.
$8.96
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.5
(700+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 8.1 mi • 40 min
"Excellent coffee hot and cold Plus the apple muffin was delicious..."
"What a terrible meal, bacon, egg, Cheddar sandwich had hardly any bacon on it, croissant bun was stale, sandwich was very sloppily put together, and caramel latte had no caramel which I could detect. Starbucks on Crooks outshines you by miles, and is where I usually try to go. Every time I have ordered from Door Dash they sent food from your location even though Crooks is much closer to me. I'll just have to wait for a ride to get that great Starbucks experience, great sandwiches and treats, wonderful coffee. Why can't you get your act together. I'll have to give up ordering from Door Dash, which gets me to your location. Good-bye. (I have given you multiple chances, and all were fails. Never again. I have learned my lesson."
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
First we shake Starbucks® Blonde espresso, brown sugar and cinnamon together, and then top it off with oatmilk and ice for a cool lift to power you through your day. If Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast is not available, Signature Espresso Roast will be substituted.
$8.75
Bacon, Gouda & Egg Sandwich
Our classic breakfast sandwich has 18g of protein with sizzling applewood-smoked bacon, Parmesan cage-free egg frittata and melted aged Gouda on an artisan roll.
$6.68
Iced Caramel Macchiato
We combine our rich, full-bodied espresso with vanilla-flavored syrup, milk and ice, then top it off with a caramel drizzle for an oh-so-sweet finish.
$8.57
Caffè Latte
Our dark, rich espresso balanced with steamed milk and a light layer of foam. A perfect milk-forward warm-up.
$7.62
Five Guys Burgers & Fries

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

4.5
(10k+)
• Sandwiches • Hot Dogs
$0 delivery fee • 5.4 mi • 33 min
"The burger was fantastic! Made perfectly. I would want Five Guys to consider bagging the fries. Then sealing them. Then placing that bag in the burger bag because they didn't travel we'll because the bag isn't sealed completely across the top. "
"I got a salted caramel bacon Milkshake and a Little Fries BEST COMBO EVER!!! the Little Fries were crispy and warm and the Milkshake was REALLY well balanced with the sweet and salty I would def order again considering its my FAVORITE combo"
Cheeseburger
American-style cheese melted between fresh patties and placed on a soft, toasted sesame seed bun. Choose as many toppings as you want.
$14.12
Bacon Cheeseburger
Fresh patties hot off the grill with American- style cheese and crispy apple-wood smoked bacon. Placed on a soft, toasted sesame seed bun. Choose as many toppings as you want. 
$15.83
Milkshake
Handspun vanilla milkshakes with or without whipped cream. Choose as many of our free mix-ins as you like.
$7.12
Little Cheeseburger
Fresh, hand-formed patty hot off the grill with American- style cheese. Add as many toppings as you want.
$10.55
220 Merrill

220 Merrill

4.3
(40+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee • 7.6 mi • 39 min
CHICKEN PARMIGIANA
San Marzano Tomatoes, Basil, Fresh Mozzarella, Spaghettini
$37.36
GRILLED FILET TIPS
Crispy Garlic Bread, Spiced and Grilled Tenderloin Tips, Classic Zip Sauce
$44.03
MEDITERRANEAN CHOP (V)
Romaine, Roasted Beets, Cucumber, Tomato, Chickpeas, Red Cabbage, Feta Cheese, Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Toasted Almond, Garlic Breadcrumbs
$22.02
BILLIONAIRE FRIED RICE
Basmatti Rice, Vegetables, Shrimp, Marinated Chicken, Sweet Chili Soy, Creamy Ponzu, Scallions
$23.3
Ari's Bakery and Snacks Shop

Ari's Bakery and Snacks Shop

3.1
(50+)
• $
$0 delivery fee • 10.9 mi • 53 min
Farther away
"5/5 stars! I got the Blueberry cheesecakerry and Strawberry cheesecake and loved them a lot. Not only is the cheescake itself good but the fruit felt fresh and I will be ordering again very soon. the price for the portion is also what will make me a returning customer!"
"The strawberry banana pudding was dry I had barely any strawberries on it no strawberry sauce at all, my apple cheesecake was very small for $10 because of the prices I was expecting it to be made from scratch"
Caramel Apple Cheesecake (Slice)
Rich, creamy cheesecake with caramel and apple on graham crust.
$11
Cherry Cheesecake (Slice)
Smooth, tangy cheesecake topped with sweet-tart cherries.
$11
Strawberry Cheesecake (Slice)
Rich, creamy dessert with a classic cheesecake base, tangy-sweet strawberry topping, and graham cracker crust.
$11
Blueberry Cheesecake (Slice)
Creamy, tangy cheese filling on a buttery cookie crust, topped with glossy blueberry sauce swirled in for a burst of fruity flavor.
$11
Nata

Nata

$
$0 delivery fee • 10.3 mi • 38 min
Farther away
Newly Added
3 Tacos
your choice of protein, served with rice & beans. American Style: Soft flour or hard corn tortilla with lettuce, tomates and mexican blend cheese. Street Style: Soft corn tortilla served with onions, cilantro and a lime wedge.
$19.42
Birria Tacos
Crispy tortilla cooked in the consomme, shredded beef, cheese, onions and cilantro. Served with rice, beans and a side of consomme
$22.43
Birria Quesadilla
Birria shredded beef, melted cheese, chopped onions and cilantro. Served with rice and a side of consommé.
$20.68
Loaded Wet Burrito
Shredded beef or shredded chicken, black beans, rice, Mexican blend cheese smothered in housemade red enchilada sauce and topped with sour cream and pico de gallo, lettuce, sour cream and guacamole on the side. Sub warm queso on top for an additional charge.
$19.57
Paris Baguette

Paris Baguette

4.5
(1k+)
• American • French
$0 delivery fee • 7.7 mi • 40 min
"This shop has some of the best snacks and sand whiches. The pesto chicken is my favorite. The Croissant Donut is one the most amazing creations. The Coffee Croissant Donut is also very good. The Sweet Potato Bread is longer then the photo and its so good! "
"The Pineapple Brulee Pastry is to die for!! But seriously, every single item I've tried from here is absolutely delicious. My husband and I are obsessed with this place. Closest thing to Paris we've found"
Strawberry Croissant
Croissant filled with soft custard cream and strawberries, dusted with powdered sugar. Contains: Egg, Milk, Wheat
$9.98
Ham & Cheese Pastry
Buttery pastry baked with ham, Swiss, and parmesan cheeses. Contains: Coconut, Milk, Wheat
$10.19
Croissant Donut
Flaky croissant donut filled with custard cream, topped with lemon icing. Contains: Coconut, Egg, Milk, Wheat
$9.28
Chocolate Croissant
Croissant baked with chocolate and dipped in chocolate. Contains: Milk, Soy, Wheat
$8.03
Percent Coffee

Percent Coffee

4.7
(30+)
• American • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee • 8.5 mi • 40 min
Farther away
"Focaccia Turkey Sandwich was delightfully crispy at the top and soft at the center. My order's Avocado Toast not being available sort of caused a disappointment for my spouse and I having to figure out splitting the sandwich portion. Only other recommendation I would give to the store is to provide napkins and utensils if customers are ordering Milk Cake."
"Chai tasted yucky. I got it with coconut milk and maybe the milk is old I don't know but definitely has a foul taste and the aftertaste is worse. I'm sure the coffee is better"
Iced Banana Bread Latte
Smooth espresso paired with sweet banana and warm bakery spices
$11.86
Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
Our Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso is a refreshing blend of bold espresso and brown sugar, shaken with ice for a smooth, sweet, and perfectly chilled drink that’s full of flavor.
$9.99
Egg & Cheese Croissant
Flaky, buttery croissant filled with creamy scrambled eggs and melted cheese—perfectly savory and satisfying for your morning. Contains everything bagel seasoning and spicy mayo!
$10.3
Iced French Vanilla Latte
Our Iced French Vanilla Latte combines rich espresso, cold milk, and sweet French vanilla syrup, served over ice for a smooth, creamy, and refreshing flavor.
$10.11
Najeeb Kabob House

Najeeb Kabob House

4.3
(100+)
• Mediterranean • Chicken
$0 delivery fee • 9.0 mi • 49 min
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"Really good food , good service and good Dashers , one order and I've got enough food for more than two people. 🤪"
"Food is always delicious and the ladies are always fantastic."
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
Two beef kabob, two chicken kabob, chicken cream chop,, beef shawarma, chicken shawarma,pita bread and 2 stews
$8.51
Grilled Combo for 3
One beef kabob, one chicken kabob, chicken cream chop, beef shawarma, chicken shawarma, pita bread and 2 stews
$53.07
Grilled Combo for 2
Three beef kabob, two chicken kabob, chicken cream chop, , beef shawarma, chicken shawarma, rotisserie chicken and pita bread and 3 stews
$43.78
Cafe Origins

Cafe Origins

4.6
(100+)
• Salads • Matcha
$0 delivery fee • 7.6 mi • 39 min
"Kate, the barista along with her coworkers today were friendly, outgoing and provided great customer service. Food was fresh and delicious."
"Every time I order from here the avocado toast is different. Today it was one slice of bread, not toasted, and had no greens on it and only had avocado and radish. Really disappointing for a piece of $18 avocado toast."
Iced Latte
House roasted doubleshot espresso and choice of milk shaken over ice.
$8.3
Tomato Basil
San Marzano Tomato, Basil, Cream
$8.4
Iced Matcha Latte
Japanese Matcha, whisked to perfection with honey and choice of milk.
$10.65
Rhode Island Coffee Milk
House Made Sweet Coffee Syrup shaken with Cream over Ice. (Add a doubleshot of espresso to make it like a latte!)
$8.94
Aldana’s Mexican Grill

Aldana’s Mexican Grill

4.4
(600+)
• Mexican • Diner
$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 43 min
"Fav place to eat! I usually pair my ench iladas with root beer! So yummmmmmy"
"Price increased but quality decreased. This used to be my favorite dish. The sour cream was dumped and melted all over. Usually it arrives in separate containers. Only 1 piece of chicken and I paid $5 extra dollars for chicken. Disappointed "
Enchiladas
3 corn tortillas smothered with green or red sauce & topped with cheese. served with lettuce, pico, sour cream & queso fresco. ground beef or chicken or cheese or spinach.
$26.31
Street Tacos
Your Choice of grilled meat, onions, peppers. Rice, beans, lettuce, tomato, guacamole and choice of tortillas.
$26.29
Fajitas
Flour Tortilla, Mexican Rice, Refried Beans, Cheese, pico, Guacamole, Lettuce, Chips & Salsa
$31.69
Aldana Signature Burrito
Tortilla chips with your choice of chicken or ground beef, topped with: refried beans, pico de gallo, gratin house blend cheese , mild salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
$24.37
Food by the flavorz

Food by the flavorz

4.1
(20+)
• American • Catering
$0 delivery fee • 4.5 mi • 53 min
$10 off on $50+
"Fries didn't really have seasoning on them but the catfish was decent, macaroni had flavor and very cheesy"
"Chicken in the Alfredo didn't taste Cajun. It had a nasty meat after taste and it was very bland, however the Alfredo sauce in it was good"
Cajun Chicken Alfredo
Creamy Alfredo pasta topped with bold cajun-seasoned chicken.
$21.28
Honey glazed salmon dinner with shrimp
Indulge in our Honey Glazed Salmon Dinner 🍯🐟—perfectly seared salmon coated in a sweet and savory honey glaze, served over a warm bed of seasoned rice. This satisfying meal includes your choice of two delicious sides to complete the experience. Want to take it up a notch? Add juicy grilled shrimp for just $8.00 for the ultimate surf-and-turf combo.
$24.33
Lamb Chop Chicken Alfredo
Lamb Chop & Chicken Alfredo Pasta 🍖🍝 — Tender, perfectly seasoned lamb chops paired with juicy grilled chicken and creamy Alfredo pasta, tossed in Chef Zee’s rich, homemade Parmesan cream sauce. A bold, flavorful combination of premium lamb, savory chicken, and creamy pasta all in one unforgettable meal. 🔥👨🏾‍🍳
$31.75
Large Peach mango Lemonade
A refreshing blend of sweet ripe peach and tropical mango flavors mixed with tangy lemonade and served ice cold. Fruity, smooth, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness and citrus.
$4.13
Jalapenos

Jalapenos

4.6
(2k+)
• Mexican • Salads
$0 delivery fee • 16.7 mi • 55 min
Farther away
"I have been ordering from this place for years. The Steak Fajita Tacos are amazing. I also ordered the CHURROS which are addicting and once they are gone you will want more. Excellent restaurant."
"So delicious wow. I will probably order again tomorrow, the Enchiladas Verdes really hit the spot. The QuesaBirrias were so good & filling, great portion size (3)."
Nachos
Crispy corn tortilla chips topped with your choice of chicken or beef, tomatoes, onions, jalapeños and melted cheese.
$16.26
Chips & Salsa
choice Hot, Mild or Guacamole salsa
$6.61
Nacho Grande (Large)
Crispy corn tortilla chips topped with your choice of chicken or beef, tomatoes, onion, jalapeños and melted cheese.
$31.53
Fajitas
Classic Mexican fajitas with your choice of meat grilled with onions and bell peppers, topped with mozzarella cheese, and served with lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese. Choice of corn or flour tortillas.
$20.57
Jacobys

Jacobys

4.6
(300+)
• German
$0 delivery fee • 12.0 mi • 40 min
Farther away
"The Schitzel is vere gut but the French Onuon soup brought back memories with Granny at only good restaurant at the Southcenter Mall overpriced but great I always wanted a steak she would say all you need is a bowl of French Onion Soup and the French bread so much butter it came out both sides lol any LeBanc in my family history would love it merci to"
"The Reuben is spectacular. Enough to share. I order this whenever I crave a special taste. Very fresh. Arrives hot even though I am some distance from downtown. Thank you for a great sandwich."
Schnitzel
Your choice of breaded pork cutlet, or breaded chicken served with two potato pancakes and a side of red cabbage your choice of jager sauce, or lemon beurre blanc sauce
$22.02
Famous Corned Beef Reuben
House made corned beef with sauerkraut, swiss cheese, and 1000 island dressing on the side, and served with a side of housemate potato chips.
$16
Spaetzle
Egg noodle found in deutsch cuisine. includes your choice of our house-made hunter sauce or lemon caper sauce.
$7
Detroit Style Oven baked Pretzels
Served with our one-of-a-kind beer cheese.
$13
Vicente's Cuban Cuisine

Vicente's Cuban Cuisine

4.6
(900+)
• Cuban • Tapas/Small Plates
$0 delivery fee • 11.4 mi • 47 min
Farther away
"Delicious . Always order their food and dessert . It's is one of my favorite restaurants. The Tres Leches portion of cake is a nice size and always fresh ."
"The food was very tasty!! Steak cooked properly, delivered on the chimichurri. However, I paid for extra sauce $6.00 and did not receive it!! Rice could use seasoning and more saffron, it's a little bland."
Cubano grande
Pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickles, lite mustard and mayo, pressed on Cuban bread.
$20.28
Cubano grande
Pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickles, lite mustard and mayo, pressed on Cuban bread.
$20.11
Pollo al Limon
Tender chicken breast seasoned with fresh herbs, dipped in egg batter, parmesan cheese and white wine. Pan-seared golden brown and laced with lemon sauce and lemon zest. Served with white rice and sweet plantains.
$32.25
Salmon a la Parilla
Fresh North Atlantic salmon seasoned and grilled, topped with sautéed baby spinach and laced with wine lemon sauce. Served with white rice and sweet plantains. GF
$30.36

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