Fresh Thyme Market

Fresh Thyme Market Fresh Thyme Market is a grocery store and natural food marketplace located on N Elston Avenue in Chicago, IL. Renowned for its commitment to healthy foods and values, the store provides an inviting atmosphere that mirrors the experience of visiting a local farmers market. Fresh Thyme Market specializes in Clean Label products that are free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives and offers a range of organic options. The marketplace caters to various dietary preferences, including vegan, paleo, keto, vegetarian, as well as wheat- and gluten-free diets. Customers can find many items designed to support journeys toward healthier and more delicious living.

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09/10/2026

🍎 Pork chops + apples = the fall dinner combo you didn’t know you needed.

Watch Registered Dietitian, Meghan Daw Sedivy as she brings to life these juicy herbed pork chops topped with a fresh, sweet-tart apple relish? YES PLEASE.

This is one of those meals that is so simple to make—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner for you and the fam.

The secret? Fresh herbs + seasonal apples + perfectly cooked pork chops.

Would you try this sweet & savory combo? 👇🏻

09/10/2026

Did you know 🔍
It’s Cholesterol Awareness Month 🌟

Fresh Thyme’s Registered Dietitian Cecily has all the tips to keep handy whether you have high cholesterol, think you might, or know someone you love who does ✍️

Which tip surprised you the most?

For more information, visit the Dietitian Corner online under the Discover 🔗 https://ww2.freshthyme.com/blog/heath-wellness/dietitian-Cecily

25% Off Coffee, 10/$10 Greek Yogurt, & More Hot Deals are here and ready for you to add to cart With savings this big, w...
09/09/2026

25% Off Coffee, 10/$10 Greek Yogurt, & More Hot Deals are here and ready for you to add to cart

With savings this big, what will you add to your shopping list first?

BONUS: Don't miss earning 500 Bonus MyThyme Points ⭐️ tap and scroll to the end to see how!

Shop now in-store or online: https://bit.ly/4xM5O3Z

09/08/2026

POV: It’s 4PM, you’re coming from work, your kid has cheer, and you STILL have no idea what’s for dinner.
This is exactly why Fresh Thyme pickup has become such a lifesaver for me.

This butternut squash with apple chicken sausage & gnocchi sheet pan dinner? It tastes like fall without requiring a complicated recipe ⬇️

1 package of pre-cut butternut squash
2 packages of frozen gnocchi
1/2 red onion cut into quarters
8 oz of mushrooms diced into bite size pieces
2 tbsp fresh sage
1 lb. Fresh Thyme Market apple chicken sausage
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp each of salt and pepper
Bake on 450 for 30 minutes, sprinkle with parmesan and enjoy!

Save this for your next busy weeknight and tap the link for more easy family meal inspiration: https://ww2.freshthyme.com/blog/heath-wellness/nutritional-blogs

And before your next Fresh Thyme trip, check the Fresh Thyme app for extra Mythyme Member exclusive savings!

Today's Labor Day and Fresh Thyme is OPEN 👋🏼Head to your local Fresh Thyme store to pick up your Labor Day essentials at...
09/07/2026

Today's Labor Day and Fresh Thyme is OPEN 👋🏼

Head to your local Fresh Thyme store to pick up your Labor Day essentials at prices you'll love like ⬇️

✅10 for $3 Sweet Corn
✅ $4.99 Mighty Spark All-Natural Chicken Patties
✅ $5.99 Old Fashioned Fruit Pies

There's more to save on through September 8th 🛒 Shop in-store or order for pick up online
https://bit.ly/3T1bXFQ

Whether you're hosting the neighborhood, visiting from out-of-state, or finding season-savoring flavors on a budget, Fre...
09/05/2026

Whether you're hosting the neighborhood, visiting from out-of-state, or finding season-savoring flavors on a budget, Fresh Thyme has the deals you'll heart-eye all weekend 😍

Find deals under $20 on classic Labor Day weekend favorite like Sweet Corn or Antibiotic Free Chicken 🍗

Head to your local Fresh Thyme in-store or order for easy pick up online: https://bit.ly/4qTlcJ1

This September, Live Long and Live Well with Cecily's Longevity picks 🩺This month's Top Wellness Trend is all about addi...
09/04/2026

This September, Live Long and Live Well with Cecily's Longevity picks 🩺

This month's Top Wellness Trend is all about adding life to your years with everyday habits.

Build habits around eating foods with omega 3s, antioxidants, and fiber ✅

Ready to learn more? Head to our website and visit the Dietitian Corner 🔗 https://bit.ly/4qP4Np7

09/03/2026
5 WHOLE DAYS OF 🔥 DEALS This Labor Day Weekend save on Large Seedless Watermelon for just $3.99 or bring the best desser...
09/03/2026

5 WHOLE DAYS OF 🔥 DEALS

This Labor Day Weekend save on Large Seedless Watermelon for just $3.99 or bring the best dessert in town at the potluck for just $9.99

These deals start right now and end Monday September 8th 🗓️ https://bit.ly/4gNXnxT

Cotton Candy Grapes, Antibiotic-Free Chicken, and more for ALL your Labor Day needs ✅Grab a cart and add your favorites ...
09/02/2026

Cotton Candy Grapes, Antibiotic-Free Chicken, and more for ALL your Labor Day needs ✅

Grab a cart and add your favorites from fresh produce for snacking to grill-worthy mains at a price you'll smile at 😉

Shop these Labor Day savings now through September 8th in-store or online: https://bit.ly/4gDJkL2

🏈 While the team warms up, YOU get to warm up those taste buds for extra sharp cheering 📣Find the best tailgate-ready ap...
08/31/2026

🏈 While the team warms up, YOU get to warm up those taste buds for extra sharp cheering 📣

Find the best tailgate-ready appetizers right in your local Fresh Thyme aisles for every touchdown 😉

Low-prep, tasty, and MyThyme-points-earning picks are ready for you now 🏃🏻‍♀️

Start shopping here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4xAzGjC

The countdown to Labor Day is here 👀Get prepared with the hottest deals like 2/$8 Fresh Thyme Brioche Hotdog Buns, Hambu...
08/29/2026

The countdown to Labor Day is here 👀

Get prepared with the hottest deals like 2/$8 Fresh Thyme Brioche Hotdog Buns, Hamburger Buns or Dinner Rolls 🌭

Plus, $2.99 Fresh Thyme Salsas or Pico De Gallo ready to be dipped by 2/$6 Donkey Tortilla Chips 😋

Ready? Head to your local Fresh Thyme in-store or online: https://bit.ly/4ydtcqZ

3 DAYS ONLY! ⌛ Don't miss out on this weekend's deals!Shop now at your local Fresh Thyme 🛒 https://bit.ly/44L0YqI**3-Day...
08/28/2026

3 DAYS ONLY! ⌛

Don't miss out on this weekend's deals!

Shop now at your local Fresh Thyme 🛒 https://bit.ly/44L0YqI

**3-Day offers valid only 8/28-8/30

08/28/2026

If your evenings are packed with practices, games, and cheering from the sidelines, this Burger Bowl Bar is a winning dinner everyone can customize.

No complicated prep, no complaints, and cleanup is as easy as the setup.

Why you’ll love it:
✅Everyone builds their own bowl
✅Kid-approved for busy sports nights
✅Order with Fresh Thyme Pickup to save time on grocery runs 

⭐️Download the Fresh Thyme app for extra savings before you shop and visit freshthyme.com for even more easy meal inspiration!

Hey kids! 🚌Mark your calendars because on Saturday September 5th YOU can spend thyme making the iconic Bear Rice Cakes a...
08/26/2026

Hey kids! 🚌

Mark your calendars because on Saturday September 5th YOU can spend thyme making the iconic Bear Rice Cakes and complete an in-store scavenger hunt 👀

Don't miss out on this Kid's Thyme at Fresh Thyme 🗓️

*No RSVP necessary, no purchase necessary. At participating Fresh Thyme stores only -- excludes Indiana. Event operates from 8am-10am local time.

Stock up, prep and enjoy with savings you can be proud of 🏆From 2/$10 Fresh Cut Fruit to BOGO FREE Gilbert's Chicken Sau...
08/26/2026

Stock up, prep and enjoy with savings you can be proud of 🏆

From 2/$10 Fresh Cut Fruit to BOGO FREE Gilbert's Chicken Sausage, there's so much to save on at your local Fresh Thyme.

Shop now in-store, online, or order for convenient pick-up ➡️ https://bit.ly/3STIH8e

08/25/2026

2 ingredients, 1 gut-friendly refresher 😎

It’s hydration.
It’s probiotic-rich.
It’s ice cream done better.

🥛 Save this for later AND save with Lifeway Kefir on sale August 26th for $3.49 until September 1st

Plus, save on Organic Mini Watermelon for $3.99 each August 26th through September 1st 🍉

Shop now at your local Fresh Thyme🛒
Visit us online to order for pick up and discover more by visiting The Dietitian Corner ➡️ https://ww2.freshthyme.com/blog/heath-wellness/dietitian-Cecily

Nothing beats deals that YOU are confident in 💪🏼With Freshly Locked Deals, your favorite items are price locked so you c...
08/24/2026

Nothing beats deals that YOU are confident in 💪🏼

With Freshly Locked Deals, your favorite items are price locked so you can stock up without the mental toll 🧠

Save on breakfast staples like Bite-Sized Pancakes to immune support like Elderberry Immune Boost 🛒

Shop better now online, in-store, or order for convenient pick ups: https://bit.ly/4wJgTBm

08/23/2026

Did someone say SWICY? 👀 This Sweet & Spicy Cowgirl Caviar is the perfect touchdown moment for your tailgate table 🏈

It's easy. It's colorful. It's as Fresh Thyme Registered Dietitian Cecily says 😉

Save the recipe, Grab 2/$5 Fresh Thyme Organic Tortilla Chips on sale now through 8/25, and get ready to devour 😋 https://bit.ly/4vUkxb4

Hey kids! 🚌Mark your calendars! On September 5th, your Fresh Thyme store is hosting an in-store scavenger hunt plus thym...
08/22/2026

Hey kids! 🚌

Mark your calendars! On September 5th, your Fresh Thyme store is hosting an in-store scavenger hunt plus thyme to create the iconic Bear Rice Cake from Fresh Thymes magazine 🐻

Don't miss out!

You don't want to miss these deals! 🏃 3 days only!Ready to add to cart?🛒  Click the link to start saving ➡️ https://bit....
08/21/2026

You don't want to miss these deals! 🏃

3 days only!

Ready to add to cart?🛒 Click the link to start saving ➡️ https://bit.ly/4wwjY7F

**Deals valid 8/21-8/23

08/21/2026

Packing a snack shouldn't be boring or lack nutritious benefits 😉

These Allergen-Friendly Bear Rice Cakes are sure to put a smile on anyone's face - from kindergarten to mama-ger or papa-ger 💼

It's easy. It's nutritious. It's ready-to-serve.

Did we mention this recipe also comes with a fun shopping list activity in our Fresh Thyme's summer magazine? 👀 Check it out now: https://bit.ly/4vPOWr7

Help make a difference in YOUR community 💚This summer, we've teamed up with Feeding America to bring essentials to those...
07/01/2026

Help make a difference in YOUR community 💚

This summer, we've teamed up with Feeding America to bring essentials to those in need from fresh produce to body care 🫂

Your donation of $5 helps provide a produce bag 🍎
Your donation of $10 helps provide a grocery bag of canned goods 🥫
Your donation of $15 helps provide body care 🧴

You can make an impact. Join us!

To learn more, visit our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/4oHi7ux

Who's down for happy hour? 🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏻‍♂️Your local Fresh Thyme is hosting a happy hour just for you in-store featuring refr...
06/22/2026

Who's down for happy hour? 🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏻‍♂️

Your local Fresh Thyme is hosting a happy hour just for you in-store featuring refreshing summer mocktails 🍸

Stop by THIS Friday, June 26th, from 11:30AM until 1:30PM for a glass -- and maybe grab something juicy for the grill this weekend 😎

Don't miss out 👀 Tag a friend below who you're taking with you

💜 Happy Saturday! Stop by to “Find Your Fiber” today from 12–2 PM!Whether you’re trying to eat more fruits and veggies, ...
05/30/2026

💜 Happy Saturday! Stop by to “Find Your Fiber” today from 12–2 PM!

Whether you’re trying to eat more fruits and veggies, discover whole grains, or simply learn more about nutrition, our team is here to help with:
✨ Fiber facts + wellness tips
🥦 Educational handouts
🛒 Ideas for fiber-rich shopping
🎉 Fun stickers while supplies last

Come visit us while you shop today!

💜 Looking for easy ways to add more fiber to your routine?Join us next Saturday, 5/30 from 12–2 PM to “Find Your Fiber”!...
05/26/2026

💜 Looking for easy ways to add more fiber to your routine?

Join us next Saturday, 5/30 from 12–2 PM to “Find Your Fiber”!

Stop by our table to:
✨ Learn about fiber benefits
🥦 Discover nutrition tips you can use at home
🛒 Shop fiber-rich foods throughout the store

We’ll also have educational handouts and fun stickers available while supplies last.

See you in-store!

💜 Today’s the day...come “Find Your Fiber” with us from 12–2 PM!Stop by our in-store table to:✨ Learn about fiber benefi...
05/23/2026

💜 Today’s the day...come “Find Your Fiber” with us from 12–2 PM!

Stop by our in-store table to:
✨ Learn about fiber benefits
🥦 Discover simple nutrition tips
🛒 Shop fiber-rich foods throughout the store

Our team will be sharing educational handouts, wellness tips, and fun stickers while supplies last.

Swing by and say hi while you shop!

💜 When you think of fiber, what foods come to mind first?Join us in-store to "Find Your Fiber" this Saturday, 5/23 from ...
05/20/2026

💜 When you think of fiber, what foods come to mind first?

Join us in-store to "Find Your Fiber" this Saturday, 5/23 from 12–2 PM!

Stop by our table to:
✨ Learn about fiber benefits
🥦 Discover simple nutrition tips
🛒 Shop fiber-rich foods throughout the store

Our team will be sharing educational handouts, wellness tips, and fun stickers for guests while supplies last.

We hope to see you there!

Happy Mother’s Day weekend 💐 Stop by today from 𝟭𝟬 𝗔𝗠–𝟭𝟮 𝗣𝗠 to enjoy fresh chocolate-dipped strawberry sampling—while su...
05/09/2026

Happy Mother’s Day weekend 💐 Stop by today from 𝟭𝟬 𝗔𝗠–𝟭𝟮 𝗣𝗠 to enjoy fresh chocolate-dipped strawberry sampling—while supplies last! 🍓🍫

🍓🍫 Join us today from 𝟯–𝟱 𝗣𝗠 for fresh chocolate-dipped strawberry sampling in-store. A sweet treat for Mom or a little ...
05/08/2026

🍓🍫 Join us today from 𝟯–𝟱 𝗣𝗠 for fresh chocolate-dipped strawberry sampling in-store. A sweet treat for Mom or a little indulgence just for you 💐

Address

2500 N Elston Avenue
Chicago, IL
60647

**Travel Directions to N Elston Avenue, Chicago**

**Public Transport:**
1. **Train:** Take the Blue Line train towards O'Hare and get off at the Western station. From there, transfer to the #49 bus (Western) heading north. Get off at the intersection of Elston Avenue and your destination will be a short walk from the bus stop.
2. **Bus:** If you're near a CTA bus route, you can take the #73 (Armitage) or #74 (Fullerton) buses to reach Elston Avenue. Check local schedules for exact stops.

**Driving/Parking:**
1. If you're driving, head towards N Elston Avenue via your preferred route.
2. There is street parking available along Elston Avenue, but be sure to check for any parking restrictions or meters.
3. Alternatively, look for nearby parking lots or garages if street parking is full.

Always consider checking real-time traffic updates and public transport schedules before you start your journey!

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 10pm
Tuesday 7am - 10pm
Wednesday 7am - 10pm
Thursday 7am - 10pm
Friday 7am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 10pm
Sunday 7am - 10pm

Telephone

(872) 210-3010

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Food safety rules last inspection date: 2025-07-01

What people say

Fresh Thyme Market on N Elston Avenue in Chicago is a delightful destination for health-conscious shoppers. This grocery store and natural food marketplace captures the essence of a local farmers market, creating an inviting atmosphere that encourages exploration and discovery.

At Fresh Thyme Market, you'll find an impressive selection of Clean Label products, ensuring that your food choices are free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. The commitment to quality extends to their extensive range of organic options, making it easy to choose healthier alternatives without sacrificing taste.

Whether you're following a vegan, paleo, keto, vegetarian, or gluten-free diet—or simply looking to incorporate more wholesome foods into your meals—Fresh Thyme Market has something for everyone. Their diverse inventory caters to various dietary preferences while promoting delicious living.

With its focus on fresh and healthy groceries at great values, Fresh Thyme Market stands out as a go-to spot for anyone seeking nutritious food options in Chicago.