Supermarket in Auckland

“I have just ordered some biscuits from this shop through doordash, I have to say Charlotte from your shop is providing outstanding customer service”

“Indian Spice Bazar is a fantastic place for all your Indian grocery needs! The store is well-organized, clean, and always stocked with a wide variety of authentic spices, ingredients, and products. What truly sets this place apart is the hardworking and dedicated staff. They are always ready to assist with a smile, ensuring that customers find what they need quickly and efficiently. Their warm and helpful attitude makes shopping here a pleasant experience. Whether you’re preparing traditional Indian dishes or just looking for unique flavors to enhance your cooking, Indian Spice Bazar is the perfect spot. Highly recommend supporting this amazing team and their excellent store!”

“This place is awesome . Has some many choices and they bring in things not sold in nz :) definitely get in there when you can . The owners - workers are fabulous also”

“I helped build these shops 75 years ago. So pleased they are now still standing and used for why we built them. Ian .”

“They have the biggest range of soft drinks I've seen around, ones you can't usually get. So many energy drinks The! The guy was very helpful.”

“Very convenient if you need something quickly without going to the supermarket.”

“The customer service is always welcoming friendly and it's my local.They always have what I need.”

“Friendly staff, good selection of meat. Follow up quickly with Facebook messages and let you know when special cuts of meat arrive.”

“Nice service here. Genuine friendly people.”

“Beautiful and fresh flowers alway never disappoint this place Very reasonable and fresh”

“This place is fantastic for kids who love sports, with a playground and a mountain walking track where you can get some exercise.”

“Nice store good varieties great service”

“Nice store good varieties great service”

“Excellent variety of foods on sale.”

“Great experience! Friendly staff and a fantastic selection of snacks, drinks and household products. A very clean and organised store. I’ll definitely be back, thank you!”

“Excellent service & a Great Selection. A+++”

“I picked up blood from brinks Tu Akau + Karaka like I have all week. Nothing to do with customer service so not appropriate to comment”

“Excellent sushi, convenient shopping supplies, friendly service”

“Always friendly and a great place to pick up your daily necessities”

“I love this store. Very clean, tidy shelving, easy to find items. The isles are quite wide for a small store, so no one bumps into each other. Produce is fresh. Meat selection is good. It has this really calming feel for simmering so stressful for me as grocery shopping.”

“Pak’nSave Albany is one of the bigger branches on the North Shore, and it definitely shows. The store is spacious, fairly modern, and usually well-stocked, making it a popular choice for families and bulk shoppers. It keeps to the classic Pak’nSave model — low prices, minimal decor, and a focus on practicality over presentation — but the Albany location feels a bit more polished than some of the older ones. The layout is easy to follow, with wide aisles and clear signage, so you’re not bumping trolleys every few seconds. The shelves are usually full, especially earlier in the day, and there’s a decent range of both budget brands and the more well-known labels. Prices are, as expected, very competitive. You’ll find good specials across most departments, and if you’re shopping for a big household, it’s one of the better options to keep costs down. The fresh produce section is generally reliable. Some days the quality is top notch, other times it’s more average — pretty normal for Pak’nSave. The meat section offers good value and a decent selection, and the bakery is basic but has all the essentials. There’s also a reasonable selection of international foods, which reflects the local community well. Staff are usually friendly enough, though it’s mostly a self-service experience unless you go looking for help. Checkout times are fairly efficient, with a good number of lanes open during busy periods and a decent set of self-service checkouts for smaller shops. The carpark is big, but it does fill up, especially on weekends. That said, it’s well laid out and doesn’t feel like a fight to find a spot, even when it’s busy. Being close to other stores and amenities makes it easy to combine errands in one trip. One thing to note, like at other Pak’nSaves, is that what’s advertised online might not always match what’s in store, so it’s worth shopping with a bit of flexibility. All up, Pak’nSave Albany is a good choice if you want decent prices, a clean store, and enough space to do a full shop without feeling crammed in. It’s practical, reliable, and does exactly what you’d expect — no frills, just solid savings.”

“I absolutely loved your Portuguese tarts — they were the best! I’ve been looking for them lately but can’t seem to find them. Where have they gone? Hope to see them back soon!”

“Staff are super friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. In store butcher is one of the best around, parking can be a bit hectic at times but they're truly a part of the Birkenhead and wider North Shore community.”