Wegmanshas one of the most loyal followings of any grocery chain.

Its passionate fan base is often likened to a “cult.”

The Rochester, N.Y.-based companyranked No.

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1 among all U.S. supermarketsin a 2022 shopper survey of “America’s Best Retailers” byNewsweekandStatista.

But Wegmans proves that the right lighting, color scheme and store design go a long way.

Natural light is supplemented by ambient pendant lights, dark wood fixtures and natural color tones.

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Look up while you shop and you may catch a glimpse of a model train whizzing by overhead.

An Amazing Cheese Section

Wegmans takes cheese seriously.

In 2014, it became the first supermarket to beginaging its own cheese.

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Wheels and wedges are displayed unwrapped in temperatur- controlled misting cases to maintain optimal flavor and moisture.

Overwhelmed by the options in this wonderland of cheese?

Wegmans can help you there, too.

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The family-owned company is famous for its submarine-style sandwiches, made to order in most locations.

Some fans even drive long distances to satisfy a craving.

For some fans, the subs are a quintessential part of the Wegmans experience.

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The petition’s 400 co-signers got their wish: Wegmans added asub counterto its Brooklyn location in 2020.

Wegmans also caters to a wide range of budgets.

That ability to balance novelty with accessibility gets at the heart of what makes Wegmans so appealing.

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