Commonsense Kilbirnie is one of five certified organic stores in Wellington and Auckland, run by a family business that began on land at Te Horo in 1975. The store is at 37 Rongotai Road in Kilbirnie. The website says every product must pass its buying principles before it goes on the shelves, and that it sells organic food with a focus on fair trade and sustainability. Shoppers mention the gluten-free baking, organic vegetables and supplements, and the cookies and ice cream get praise too.
Staff are the most praised part of the visit. Shoppers mention the helpful staff most often, and one said they were educational as well as friendly. One reviewer enjoyed chatting with the team, and noted that the hummus was not in stock on the day they visited. Cyclists come here easily from Newtown, and there is good bicycle parking just outside.