Your Guide to St. Thomas Grocery Stores

There’s nothing worse than an empty stomach and an empty fridge—especially on vacation! Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or an extended island escape, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about St. Thomas grocery stores.

Provisioning: Skip the Store, Start Relaxing

If you’d rather avoid grocery shopping altogether, consider a provisioning service. They’ll do the work for you, making sure you arrive to a fully stocked refrigerator, pantry and bar—no lines, no carts, no stress. Many local chefs also deliver ready-to-serve meals, so you can minimize your time spent prepping and cooking.

Provisioning is especially helpful if you: 

• Aren’t renting a car

• Are getting in late or have plans for the day you arrive

• Don’t want to make multiple stops for specialty items

• Want to surprise your loved one with fresh flowers, balloons, Champagne or a cake

Click here to schedule provisioning or inquire about chef services. 

St. Thomas Grocery Stores

Prefer to do your own shopping? St. Thomas has grocery stores for every need and budget. Most St. Thomas grocery stores accept credit cards, but keep some cash handy for farmers’ markets and fresh-caught fish.

Here’s a quick breakdown: 

Warehouse Retailers: Cost.U.Less is a warehouse store that specializes in bulk items. It’s a great place to stock up on the essentials, especially if you’re shopping for a large group. There’s no membership fee to shop at Cost.U.Less. 

Supermarkets: No-frills supermarkets like The Market STT and Food Center offer a variety of US brands and a solid liquor selection.

Upscale Stores: Moe’s and Fruit Bowl offer organic produce, gluten-free options, gourmet goods, salad bars and specialty items. 

Farmer’s Markets and Fish Stands: Get the freshest fish and produce by buying right from the source. Fish can be purchased in the mornings at Frenchtown Dock. For locally grown fruit and veggies, check out the Saturday farmers’ market at Market Square in Charlotte Amalie or the Bordeaux Farmer’s Market, held twice monthly on Sundays on the West End.  

Contact us to find the closest St. Thomas grocery stores to your Island Luxury condo or villa.

Specialty Items

You didn’t come all the way to St. Thomas just to eat the same foods you have back home, right? Look out for these local goods on your next grocery shopping trip. 

Local Rum: Rum has a long history in the Virgin Islands. Locally made brands include Cruzan Rum, Captain Morgan, A.H. Riise, Bones Rum and Hamilton & Lafayette. 

Hot Sauce: Virgin Islanders love their hot sauce, and there are many varieties to choose from, ranging from slightly spicy to burn-your-tongue hot. Try local favorites like Alvin’s, Jamaican Country Style Hot Sauce and Mama Lucy Pepper Sauce.  

Produce: This is your chance to taste tropical fruits at their finest. Don’t forget to load your cart with breadfruit, mangoes, papaya, passion fruit and soursop. 

St. Thomas Grocery Stores: Part of the Adventure

St. Thomas grocery stores are a great way to save money on eating out, take advantage of your villa or condo kitchen and get a taste of island life. We hope that this guide has helped answer some of your grocery shopping questions—as always, please reach out if you have additional questions or need provisioning help!