Cheapest Grocery Store in Queens 2026: Real Price Data
We analyzed 8 products sold at multiple chains in Queens to find the lowest prices. Real Canadian Superstore and Walmart Supercenter tied with the lowest price on three items each, while Safeway took the lowest spot on two cheese products.
Big Price Differences on Staples
Even with Real Canadian Superstore and Walmart Supercenter neck-and-neck on win counts, specific sales at competing stores created massive price gaps on individual products. The most dramatic difference we found was on Drinkable Yogurt. At Walmart Supercenter, it is on sale for $3.47. The same product costs $10.49 at Real Canadian Superstore (also on sale), which is 202% more.
Cereal prices also showed significant variation between stores. Kellogg's breakfast cereal is $3.33 at Walmart Supercenter (sale, regular $4.97) compared to $7.00 at Safeway (also on sale). Similarly, Post cereal costs $2.97 at Walmart Supercenter (sale, regular $4.47) versus $5.99 at Safeway (also on sale).
Dairy and Produce Comparisons
Dairy and produce prices varied depending on where you shopped. For Cracker Barrel Cheese, the price was $2.49 at Safeway (sale) compared to $5.99 at Queens Metropolitan High School (also on sale). Sliced Deli Cheese followed a similar pattern, costing $5.99 at Safeway (sale) and $7.99 at Queens Metropolitan High School (also on sale).
Real Canadian Superstore offered competitive pricing on other dairy and produce items. Sweetened condensed milk was $2.75 there (sale), while FreshCo charged $3.48 (sale, regular $3.79). For Tomatoes On The Vine, the price was $1.95 at Real Canadian Superstore (sale) versus $2.49 at Queens Metropolitan High School (also on sale).
Price Comparison Table
| Product | Lowest Price Store | Price | Higher Price Store | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drinkable Yogurt | Walmart Supercenter | $3.47 (sale) | Real Canadian Superstore | $10.49 (sale) |
| Cracker Barrel Cheese | Safeway | $2.49 (sale) | Queens Metropolitan High School | $5.99 (sale) |
| Kellogg's breakfast cereal | Walmart Supercenter | $3.33 (sale) | Safeway | $7.00 (sale) |
| Post cereal | Walmart Supercenter | $2.97 (sale) | Safeway | $5.99 (sale) |
| Basmati Rice | Real Canadian Superstore | $10.00 (sale) | Walmart Supercenter | $13.27 (sale, regular $18.97) |
| Sliced Deli Cheese | Safeway | $5.99 (sale) | Queens Metropolitan High School | $7.99 (sale) |
Bottom Line
Real Canadian Superstore and Walmart Supercenter are tied for the most frequent low prices, with three winning items each, while Safeway's sale prices on cheese stand out. Many of the prices listed above, on both sides of each comparison, are marked as temporary sales, so check dates before you go.
Help Us Track Prices in Queens
This analysis is based on community-submitted prices from 11 grocery stores in Queens, NY.
Prices change weekly, and our data is only as good as the community input. Help us keep this guide accurate by submitting the prices you see at your local stores via PriceHive.app.