Grocery shopping. It's a chore we all must face. Some dread the elbow-to-elbow experience of shopping at the popular chain supermarkets. Others embrace it. Whatever side of the coin you fall on, the next time you have more items on your shopping list than in your fridge, head to one of these 9 incredible and unique supermarkets in Pennsylvania.

1. Lou’s Farm Mart – 2450 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020

Cross off the produce on your shopping list when you visit Lou's Market, which promises the freshest fruits and vegetables at affordable prices. The market also sells fresh meats, bread, baked goods, and deli foods and offers catering platters. Lou's Market is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To learn more, visit the website for Lou’s Farm Mart.

2. Shady Maple Farm Market – 1324 Main Street, East Earl, PA 17519

Find just about anything you want - fresh produce, homemade baked goods, and fresh meat - at Shady Maple Farm Market. Before you start shopping, enjoy a meal at the buffet, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Shop at Shady Maple Farm Market Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Check out the website for Shady Maple Farm Market to learn more.

3. Altomonte’s Italian Market & Bakery – 856 N Easton Road, Doylestown, PA 18902

Create your own meal from scratch, picking up the freshest ingridients from Altomonte's Italian Market & Deli. Add a variety of meats, breads, and cheeses to your shopping cart. The market's pastry shop also sells a variety of Italian desserts, including Italian cream cake, cannoli, biscotti, and spumoni. To learn more, visit the website for Altomonte’s Italian Market & Bakery.

4. Dutch-Way Farm Market – 2495 Stiegel Pike, Schaefferstown, PA 17088

Dutch-Way Farm Market, which boasts several Pennsylvania locations, also features a charming restaurant that will help you gain the energy necessary for your shopping trip. The restaurant's generous menu includes a salad bar, soups, sandwiches, burgers, and platters. To learn more, visit the website for Dutch-Way Farm Market.

5. Russo Gourmet Foods Market – 1150 Bern Road, Wyomissing, PA 19610

Fill your shopping cart with the best Italian foods at Russo Gourmet Foods Market. Peruse the aisles that feature a wide range of domestic and imported items, including Montano Express, Pisani Pasta, Callipo, and Monardo. To learn more, visit the website for Russo Gourmet Foods Market.

6. Central Market York – 34 West Philadelphia Street, York, PA 17401

Central Market York, although not a traditional supermarket, offers a wide range of supermarket products from more than 50 vendors. Shop for meat, fish, deli foods, fresh fruits and vegetables, and a variety of baked goods. Stop by Central Market York Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out the website for Central Market York to learn more.

7. Gilliland’s Market – 109 S Market Street, New Wilmington, PA 16142

Stroll through the quaint Gilliland's Market known for its homemade meats, including Italian sausage, kielbasa, bologna, and smoked hams. The market also sells a variety of spices, frozen foods, and brand name products. Check out the Facebook page for Gilliland’s Market to learn more.

8. Pennsylvania Macaroni Co. – 2010-12 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Enjoy a more than century old Pennsylvania tradition when you shop at Pennsylvania Macaroni Co. The family-owned supermarket sells a variety of its own products, such as the Penn Mac Marinara Sauce, as well as fresh cheese, pasta, antipesto, and other Italian groceries. To learn more, visit the website for Pennsylvania Macaroni Co..

9. Himalayan Indian Grocery and Food – 29 Marchwood Road, Exton, PA 19341

Browse Himalayan Indian Grocery and Food for a variety of authentic Indian foods, such as chutney, Indian spices, curry pastes, dals, and lentils. The supermarket also features a restaurant that serves popular Indian dishes, including chicken methi, rice palao, and aloo gobi. Himalayan Indian Grocery and Food welcomes shoppers Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. To learn more, visit the website for Himalayan Indian Grocery and Food.

What other unique supermarkets in Pennsylvania would you add to a part two of this list? Add your thoughts below! Be sure to add this iconic farmers market in Pennsylvania to your to do list.