If you’re looking for fresh veggies, gluten-free fare or rare and exotic fruits, Delaware’s health food markets have you covered! From curated boutique selections to an abundance of affordable produce in a convenient location, there are health food markets to fit any lifestyle and budget in the First State.
Harvest Market
This Hockessin health food market is a community staple for good reason. It opened in 1995 before the “health food boom.” The store prides itself on providing the highest quality, most nourishing foods on the market. More than 90% of the store’s products are organically grown, and the market is committed to curating its stock to ensure only the most natural and nourishing foods make it onto the shelves. For those in Hockessin, it’s a convenient stop for groceries. For health-food enthusiasts throughout the region, it’s worth the drive!
7417 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin | 234-6779
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Produce Junction
A problem many people face with healthy foods is they’re often not as accessible and affordable as processed options like frozen or canned foods. Often, health food markets gravitate toward high-income suburban areas. That being said, a visit to Produce Junction just might change your mind. With high quality produce, seasonal selections and a variety of daily specials, finding fresh fruits and veggies is easier than ever. With locations in Wilmington, Dover and several over the line in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, it’s a convenient stop for most Delawareans.
2012 Newport Pike, Wilmington | 643-9300
1350 North Dupont Highway, Dover | 674-3080
Fifer’s Farm Store & Kitchen
Looking for fresh ingredients straight from the source? Fifer’s is hard to beat! With produce, honey and other seasonal products straight from the farm and orchards, Fifer’s continues to provide healthy foods that are high-quality, fresh and local. Check out the bakery for sweets, breads and apple cider donuts, browse a variety of quality products you won’t find at the grocery store, or order a delicious ready-made lunch. Plus, visit the Dewey Beach location for local fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, cheeses, honey and more.
1919, Allabands Mill Road, Camden-Wyoming | 697-2141
200 Cullen Street, Dewey Beach | 227-8680
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Newark Natural Foods
This Newark health food market is another staple in the northern Delaware community. The Newark co-op began in 1967 and, while it has evolved over the years, it remains true to the founding principals of serving the community by offering healthy and natural grocery options. Shop local, fresh and natural foods at Newark Natural Foods all year long. Plus, check out the Co-Op Farmers Market every Sunday from May through November. In a hurry? Café 67, the in-house café, offers grab-and-go sushi, deli salads and take-and-heat dinner options.
209 Newark Shopping Center, Newark | 368-5894
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The Open Cupboard Natural Food Store
This natural food shop is more than just a store. The owners are passionate about health and wellness and understand that food affects everything in the mind, body and soul. They aim to educate and inform customers as well as offer a selection of natural and nourishing food. They stock a variety of natural foods, herbs and other health-related products.
630 West Stein Highway, Seaford | 629-6147
Good Earth Market
Good Earth Market is truly a one-stop shop for all things flavorful, healthy and nourishing. For over 18 years, Good Earth Market has been serving healthy, clean foods. With a restaurant, market, event space and even an adorable Airbnb stay, Good Earth Market has everything you need. The shelves in the shopping section are stocked with unique and hard-to-find organic, vegan, gluten-free and natural gourmet items. You can grab all the items you need to stock your pantry and stay for a healthy and delicious lunch.
31806 Good Earth Lane, Ocean View | 537-7100
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Elements of Nutrition
This independently-owned Wilmington health food market sets itself apart with its convenient online shopping experience. The storefront in Wilmington offers supplements, organic, non-GMO pantry items and vegan and gluten-free items. With a smaller space, this selection is highly curated. The online store provides a wide variety of products from pantry staples to condiments to cleaning supplies and home goods.
Carpenter Plaza, 36, Wilmington | 502-2386
Good News Natural Foods
With three locations across Delaware, this health food market offers supplements, herbs, zero-waste products, to-go lunches and more. Staff is always helpful and knowledgeable and, with the wide variety of unique healthy foods, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. Grab a fresh smoothie or juice while you’re shopping, or enjoy a quick lunch afterward.
5429 Peterson Road, Middletown | 991-3000
739 South Governors Avenue, Dover | 730-1910
37 Wilmington Avenue, Rehoboth | 227-3177
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