Located in Burnsville, MN. We are a vibrant, sustainable, member-owned cooperative enterprise, providing the community with resources for healthy living.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We have been in business for 33 years.
What is your primary product or service?
Our mission is a healthy community. We carry fresh produce, local meat processed in-house, organic groceries, quality supplements and we have an awesome deli with drive-thru service for smoothies and coffee.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
We are a co-op and our first members had a passion for sourcing good food with less packaging. We are the only natural food co-op in all of Dakota County. We learned as we grew and now we are experts in our industry.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Everything we do is based on authentic relationships. We shake hands with the farmers and food producers in our community, greet our shoppers by name and give back to Dakota County organizations and school generously. We know good food, but better than that, we know good people who sell and buy that food.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have one location which we own. A year ago we expanded this location to grow the fresh foods that we offer. We plan to work with community garden organizers for our next expansion.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are right off of 35E at the County Road 11 exit. From the south, exit off 35 E, turn right and we are on the corner of McAndrews and Co. Rd. 11. From the north, exit 35 E, turn left and we are on the corner of McAndrews and Co. Rd. 11.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept, cash, checks with proper ID, and most credit cards including Visa, MC and American Express. Anyone can shop her, but members receive a monthly discount.
Which areas do you service?
We service the entire south metro area and all of Dakota County. We are a destination store.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
8,000+ member-owners own the business! They elect a board of directors who hire a general manager who hires managers who hire staff. That's the co-op business model Profits stay and circulate in Dakota County.
What are your hours of operation?
Store Hours
Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Java Drive Hours
Monday-Saturday: 6:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.