Supermarkets play an essential role in filling the gap between producers/manufacturers and consumers. They offer producers a platform to showcase and sell their products. At the same time, customers have access to a wide variety of goods, mainly foods, groceries, electronics and appliances, kitchenware, cosmetics, clothes, furniture, etc.
Supermarkets are popular among consumers for offering a variety of standard goods at low prices. Having many supermarkets also ensures competition as each strives to attract more customers. As a result, consumers get top-quality products at lower prices. Runda Estate is privileged to have several supermarkets, which include.
1. Chandarana Foodplus Supermarket
The Chandarana Foodplus supermarket is a Kenyan-owned chain of supermarkets that started as a small grocery shop. It prides itself in providing an unmatched wide range of products from food, grocery, electrical appliances, furniture, etc.
Although the Chandarana supermarket product layout is neat and attractive, it also hires well-trained attendants who help customers find what they want faster. However, customers can place their orders via the WhatsApp number provided for pick-ups or home deliveries.
Location: Limuru Road, Rosslyn Riviera Mall,
Working hours: 8 am – 8 pm
Contacts: 0796 088338
Google Rating: 4.4 stars, (739 reviews)
2. Sweetbay Supermarket
Sweetbay Supermarket is a fully stocked shopping store with reasonably priced items. It offers a wide choice of household products such as foodstuff, drinks, toiletries, electronics, beauty products, etc. The supermarket attendants are friendly are always ready to offer assistance to the customers.
Additionally, the Sweetbay supermarket sells hot food and drinks such as tea, coffee, rice, chapatti, mandazi, and samosas. If you are looking for breakfast or lunch, the supermarket has the best options.
Location: Karuri Thindigua Hwy, Kiambu
Working hours: 8 am – 5 pm
Contacts: 0721 232281
Google Rating: (yet to be rated)
3. Quick matt supermarket
Quick matt supermarket is a homegrown chain of stores that prides itself on delivering an exceptional customer experience. It offers varieties of goods from food, drinks, pastries, meat, electronics, clothes, etc. If you are looking for a place to buy hot meals or snacks, stop by the quick matt supermarket, which has everything you are looking for at affordable prices.
Location: Kiambu Rd
Working hours: 7.30 am – 9.30 pm
Contacts: 0706 454545
Google Rating: 4.4 stars, (4791 reviews)
4. Village Supermarket
The village supermarket is one of the busiest supermarkets in Nairobi, serving several neighborhoods, Runda included. Its popularity results from its commitment to providing customers with quality products, fresh food, and uncompromising customer service.
The supermarket layout is also unique, with each section well defined; for example, butchery, cosmetics, boutique, wines, bakery, florist, café, home goods, electronics, etc., are all displayed separately. There is also enough parking lot for customers under CCTV surveillance to enhance security.
Location: The Village Market, Nairobi
Working hours: 8.30 am – 8.30 pm
Contacts: 0729 221100
Google Rating: 3.4 stars, (13 reviews)
5. Naivas Supermarket
The Naivas supermarket is the leading chain of stores in Kenya, with over seventy outlets. Its pride resultsfrom its effort to provide customers with quality products at the lowest prices possible. It is also one of the supermarkets with plenty of special offers that encourage customers to buy more each time they go shopping.
Although the Naivas supermarket is always busy, it hires many cashiers to serve many customers simultaneously, reducing delays and inconveniences.
Location: Township Kiambu Rd Ciata City Mall, Kiambu
Working hours: 8 am – 8.30 pm
Contacts: 020 2329828
Google Rating: 4.5 stars, (83 reviews)
6. MartPoa Supermarket
MartPoa supermarket is an upcoming in-store shopping place with various products and foods. It is located along the road, convenient to pass by and pick up whatever you need. The supermarket also has adequate parking spaces and security guards that ensure high levels of security.
Location: Red Hill Road, Nairobi
Working hours: 8 am – 8.30 pm
Contacts: 0750 633164
Google Rating: 3.9 stars, (176 reviews)
7. Carrefour Supermarket
The Carrefour supermarket is currently the biggest in Kenya, sourcing its products locally and internationally. It is the only supermarket that offers almost everything customer ever needs from a shopping outlet. They also hire professional attendants who are well informed on the products to encourage customers to purchase more.
Also, the Carrefour supermarket is mainly located in malls with ample parking spaces and high-security measures to ensure safety for its customers. Shopping is relatively easy since the product displays are well labeled to save customers time.
Location: Limuru Road, Village Market
Working hours: 8.30 am – 10 pm
Contacts: 020 7122488
Google Rating: 4.5 stars, (675 reviews)
8. Cleanshelf Supermarket
The Cleanshelf supermarket is one of the fast-growing retail chains of stores in Nairobi, providing the residents with affordable products. It offers a wide choice of products from foodstuff, drinks, alcohol, electronics, housewares, beauty products, clothes, shoes, etc. It also offers the freshest groceries and fruits sourced from local farms.
Location: Ruaka
Working hours: 7 am – 9 pm
Contacts: 020 3578928
Google Rating: 4.1 stars, (174 reviews)
9. Onn The Way Supermarket (Muthaiga branch)
Onn the way supermarket offers in-store shopping, pick-ups, and home deliveries. Customers are at liberty to pick a personal shopper or send their shopping list and let the supermarket choose for them. Although the home delivery comes at a small fee, it is fast and convenient for customers with tight schedules.
Additionally, the Onn the way supermarket has a ‘Lipa na Mpesa’ option to enable the customers to pay from wherever they are.
Location: Limuru Rd, Nairobi
Working hours: 8 am – 10 pm
Contacts: 0792 822111
Google Rating: 4.4 stars, (586 reviews)
Conclusion
The benefits of supermarkets are endless; first, it provides the residents with essential products, mainly foodstuffs, and groceries. Secondly, it opens up job opportunities for the unemployed residents and, as a result, promotes the economy of the country.
Having a nearby supermarket is excellent, especially if you keep forgetting to buy essential items. It would be easy to rush to the supermarket and get whatever you need. However, it is always prudent to write a shopping list to avoid buying unnecessary things and forgetting the essential ones.
