St Johns Dairy is a dairy at 16 St Johns Rd in Meadowbank, Auckland, rated 5.0 from 5 Google reviews. Reviewers say it is under new management, with a brighter, tidier shop, a wider range of products, good deals, friendly staff and scoop ice cream.
A good dairy, or corner store, stocks everyday groceries, snacks and drinks, keeps long hours and is a friendly place to pop into. The real value is convenience and a familiar face, so a neighbourhood shop that is clean, well lit and well stocked makes a quick stop pleasant. Regulars know that prices on staples can be a little higher than a supermarket's, that a change of owner can bring a new range and new deals, that checking use-by dates on fresh items is wise, that the owners can often order in something you need and that a small shop is a good place to pick up an ice cream, a newspaper or a forgotten ingredient. Carry a little cash for small purchases, although cards are usually accepted, and check opening hours before you go.
For residents of Meadowbank and central-east Auckland, St Johns Dairy on St Johns Road is a friendly local shop for the everyday.