Where To Buy Groceries in Paducah

Are you moving to Paducah or considering it?

Maybe you’re wondering about some really boring things that don’t tend to get all of the attention in the marketing brochures, like where to buy groceries.

Most of the Instagram videos about life in Paducah tend to feature a cute coffee shop or fun things to do. While that is a huge part of what makes this place so great, I’m here to cover the non influencer side of things.

Where will you buy groceries in Paducah? Again, it sounds basic. But we all have to do it and most of us do it once a week. Or if you’re like me and hate meal planning, you will go multiple times a week! If you come here expecting a Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s, you will be extremely disappointed. I won’t mention either that the closest Target is 56 miles away. Even though there is no Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s, we do have several options, both large retailers and locally owned businesses.

Grocery Stores in Paducah

• Kroger

  • There are three locations in Paducah

  • Curbside pick up and delivery with instacart

  • Gas options available

  • Pharmacy at South Side location

• Aldi

  • I’m convinced people either love or hate Aldi. This German owned grocery chain is known for low cost, no frill grocery shopping

  • Located in West Paducah

  • Offers curbside pick up and delivery with instacart

• Walmart Supercenter

  • Two locations in Paducah

  • Offers curbside pick up and free delivery with Walmart Plus subscription

  • Pharmacies located in both

• Sam’s Club (sorry, no Costco here)

  • Wholesale grocery shopping

  • Located in West Paducah

• Banks Market

  • Locally family owned supermarket since 1928

  • Higher prices than the national chains

  • One convenient location in Lone Oak

  • Davis Drugs Pharmacy located inside

• Midtown Market

  • Locally owned, high quality market since 2012

  • Most equivalent to a “Fresh market”

  • Best supply of organic foods in Paducah

  • Their website states, “In addition to being a full service neighborhood grocery store, we provide personalized services, such as customized gift baskets and a drive-thru window that can be used when you’re craving a cup of coffee or need to call in a small grocery order to go. We also provide other conveniences, such as fresh, ready-to-serve weeknight dinners and prepared entrees that can be reheated, all made in our kitchen for individuals and families to enjoy.” 

• Downtown Paducah Farmer Market

  • Located historic downtown by the river

  • April 19th through October 11

  • Saturdays 7:30-1pm

My husband and I both grocery shop and it’s funny that we each have our favorites. I always go to Walmart and he likes to shop at Midtown Market. Moving to a new city can be challenging, but knowing what to expect beforehand helps with the mundane tasks of daily life.

Send me a message if you’d like to talk about moving to Paducah!