Woolworths Metro Rose Bay

This is a so-called “Metro” store, which means that it’s smaller than a regular Woolies supermarket, with a more limited choice of products. But I can always find what I need here, and they have an extensive range of fresh or frozen ready-to-eat meals. My favourite are the sandwiches. They have tuna, beef, chicken, egg etc; something for everyone and it’s great to just grab one on your way out, before heading home, so that you don’t have to make one yourself. It saves time and effort, and they’re always fresh and tasty.The staff are helpful, friendly and polite and will go out of their way to assist you if you require it. Obviously, as it’s a small supermarket, they don’t have the same staff numbers as a larger store, so sometimes, one needs to be a little bit patient.The aisles are wide and without the big crowds, I always find it manageable, and easy to get around quickly and find what I want.Best thing I like here though is the little coffee shop.There are a few seats, and a bar-type counter against the back wall, where you can enjoy your hot drink and snack, while watching the car wash bodgies doing their thing at the next-door BP garage and car wash.I’ve noticed some complaints about parking and yes, the car park behind the store is a tad small, but there’s a rapid turnover of patrons, so I generally manage to find a spot most times. And even if you can’t find one here, there are two car parks nearby on the corner of Dover Rd and Ian Street, on opp. sides of the road. The larger one, behind the Chemist Warehouse and IGA Supermarket, can also be accessed from Wilberforce Av. They both offer two hours free parking. Granted, they can also be congested (welcome to Sydney!) but if all else fails, there’s street parking in nearby Norwich Street (although I hate the rear-to-kerb arrangement there) or one of the other streets around here, like Newcastle St, Albermarle Av or Wilberforce Av.Overall, a convenient and friendly place to shop, and I’m a regular at least once or twice a week. It would improve the overall shopping experience though if they sold alcohol, had a customer toilet on site and more seating at the little coffee shop.

I buy my coffee there every morning and, believe it or not, it's better than all of the cafes! Specific shout-out to Joanna who made my day today with making a special order for us. store is never packed, staff are friendly, great selection. keep up the good work

The Store is always clean and in order but my biggest compliment is the staff. Jo who I believe manages the floor is amazingly friendly and professional and on a number of occasions is seen helping older customers to their cars and helping unload. Another mention is Rose in the Deli who has always got something to make me laugh and finally Kathryn who is usually on coffees is one of the most patient baristas as my colleagues ever changing coffee orders must be a pain but she endures with a smile and i happily remakes the coffee is something is noted to be wrong. My new super market loyalty lies here now just for the staff

Lovely staff always but the refrigerator in the front section that holds the individual ice creams is never cold enough and my creams are never delivered adequately. Fix this plz. I'll take photos next time.I need my creams.

I was served by this strikingly good looking boy called Louis, he was very attentive and knew the store like the back of his hand. Not ONLY did he know exactly where I needed to be but then was extremely diligent in making sure my experience was a smooth one. 5 stars for this kid, whatever woolies taught him, they taught him well. Its these kids that are missing in 2017 retail!

The hot food specials in the afternoon is very good. I got myself 1/2 a bbq chicken for only $3.50. Although it was a little on the dry end, but hey at $3.5, you can't complain.

Modern and attractive. Dedicated parking. Overpriced but that might not bother most people in Rose Bay

They took my blue raspbewy and lemn lie prime bottle becaz i dint hav enouh mony

Cannot park most times. Yet when you walk into the supermarket it is dead empty. So obviously parking is being used for other businesses. They don't sell 2 litre pepsi max. :( And some of the prices are high.But i do love going there to play spot the customer" No doubt this will be marked as one of the metro stores to close. Shame as poor parking management

Not impressed, bought a drink, and had no straws.