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Pony Mini Mart

Supermarket

👍👍 Just an average little corner store, but this business helps people a lot. I was amazed when I noticed that they provide hot coffee, cookies and sandwiches to those who need to eat and warm up a bit. People often mention store, people, community,


Address

321 St Paul St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3N1, Canada

Contact

+1 905-685-8838

Rating on Google Maps

4.00 (70 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 7 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 6 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 8 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: store (12) people (8) community (6)
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  • 5/5 A 3 years ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Just an average little corner store, but this business helps people a lot. I was amazed when I noticed that they provide hot coffee, cookies and sandwiches to those who need to eat and warm up a bit.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Erin R. 1 year ago on Google • 31 reviews
    Sketchy place and rude cashier, the cashier had a side assistant lady and she accused me of stealing ( which I did not ) and before all that bullcrap happened I asked if they have those big water bottles, and what did she do? She gave me attitude, and on top of that she told me to look myself because she didn't know... I also asked if they had canned food, she told me "No, bye" and opened the door for me hinting for me to get out, I found it very disrespectful... Especially the way she was speaking.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Mo 7 years ago on Google • 91 reviews
    Many of the products are covered in dust and there is a homeless man who helps out at the store and I appreciate them helping him but he is always eyeing our bags. So we carry them around with us now. I think my biggest problem is they only have one option for warm beverages and it's black coffee...

  • 1/5 Terra-lee K. 8 months ago on Google • 51 reviews
    Friends and I walked St. Paul to visit the local vintage shops. We were parched and decided to stop to grab some bottled water and snacks. The moment we walked in the rude cashier immediately told us only 3 allowed at one time. We are a group of 5 adult females and instead of politely asking for us to split up she was extremely rude and we decided to walk away. We have all agreed not to return and support this local shop. I get the area is sketchy with people but we were clearly not a group to be concerned of and instead chose to be rude. Bye! Never to return.

  • 5/5 Kim G. 2 years ago on Google
    The best corner store you could ever have in your neighborhood the people are the most friendliest and give to our community on a daily basis.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 a 2 years ago on Google
    Cares for the community. Provides delicious homemade sandwiches on the weekends.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Josie S. 2 years ago on Google
    I always shop here the cashiers are very helpful and polite. They also help the homeless community which is very great to see!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 sarah c. 1 year ago on Google • 29 reviews
    The prices change almost every hour, and are not even posted on the items! The store is a complete mess, the shelves are not cleaned on the regular basis.

  • 4/5 nina n. 3 years ago on Google • 26 reviews
    They are overly sweet and really truly care about their community. Each and every Sunday inside their store they give out free 6 inch sub sandwiches to who ever would like one. Outside the front of their store they always put out many boxes and baskets of free homemade hats,scarves,gloves as well as some other free clothing items. I personally have donated a garage bag or two of freshly washed, gently used clothes including a few really nice warm fall and winter coats. If you haven't worn it within the last 6-12 months they why not make some more room within your closet and donate!!!! It will make you feel good about helping/giving back to the people within your community who may feel ashame or maybe they just don't know how to ask for a helping hand. I PERSONALLY PROMISE YOU THAT YOU'LL FEEL OVERLY AMAZING PAYING IT FORWARD!!!!!

  • 4/5 Przemek B. 1 year ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Nice people but it's qn expensive corner store there are always homeless people or addicts heng around that place the owners arw nice people every Sunday for years miss Kim she makes sandwiches 🥪 and soup for homeless people

  • 1/5 Frances P. 7 months ago on Google • 15 reviews
    0 stars if I can review without any.. just bad experience. Won't get into specifics.

  • 2/5 Neil 2 years ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Does not follow Covid rules. People are walking through coughing without masks. The store owner seems absent minded. The inventory of the store is pretty underwhelming as well.

  • 1/5 Robert 1 year ago on Google
    This is a money hustle.... please don't let anyone associated with this group into your home... YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED !

  • 5/5 Mikel H. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing owners!!! Super sweet folks!!

  • 5/5 Evan W. 2 years ago on Google
    Sure ain't some lousy Avondale. Really fits the aesthetic of downtown St Catherine's. Not to mention, warm inside. Advertises what they got and don't disappoint. Very good.

  • 5/5 D. B. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a great place that makes food for those in need.

  • 5/5 Lilly W. 2 years ago on Google
    Owner of the Store always feeds the homeless, provides clothing and is a friend to many in need.

  • 4/5 Shawn L. 2 years ago on Google
    manager and tellers are noce. they understood english and theyre an anchor for the community

  • 1/5 Tusshar M. 1 year ago on Google • 1 review
    Today morning, I just bought milk and eggs from the store! I didn’t check the eggs the most of them was broken. When i got there to replace the eggs the women was so rude and was cursing me. I am your regular customer and you guys are always nice. I think she is your new employee I haven’t saw her before at the store. She doesn’t deserve to handle the store, sooner oor later she might be the problem for you guys. Thank you


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ In-store shopping

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