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Grocery delivery in Rochester, NY

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Instacart same-day grocery delivery in Rochester, NY

Rochester, New York, is a gorgeous waterside metropolis and home to the University of Rochester. The area is ideal for exploring the George Eastman Museum, riding the roller coasters at the Seabreeze Amusement Park, and working up an appetite. Effortlessly fit your grocery run into your busy day with Instacart same-day grocery delivery. It’s a fast and convenient way to bust through your errands with local stores like Price Rite, Costco, and ALDI. Whether you're hosting a neighborhood get-together or taking the weekend for yourself, shopping can be time-consuming and, at times, overwhelming. As an Instacart customer, you can take care of bulk orders with wholesalers like Costco, BJ's Wholesale Club, or Restaurant Depot. Just add everything you need to your cart, including self care essentials like snacks and toiletries, and choose same-day delivery at check out. Ordering via Instacart allows your items to get delivered right to your home, hotel room, vacation rental, or Airbnb. Less time shopping means more time with those you love, yourself included.

Frequently asked questions

It's simple. Using the Instacart app or website, you can shop for groceries (and more!) from a store near you in Rochester, NY. After you have placed your order, Instacart will connect you with a personal shopper in your area to shop and deliver your order. Contactless delivery is available with our "Leave at my door" option. You can track your order's progress and communicate with your shopper every step of the way using the Instacart app or website.

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Here's the breakdown on Instacart delivery cost in Rochester, NY:
  • Delivery fees start at $3.99 for same-day orders over $35. Fees vary for one-hour deliveries, club store deliveries, and deliveries under $35.
  • Service fees vary and are subject to change based on factors like location and the number and types of items in your cart. Orders containing alcohol have a separate service fee.
  • Tipping is optional (but highly encouraged!) for delivery orders. It's a great way to show your shopper appreciation and recognition for excellent service. 100% of your tip goes directly to the shopper who delivers your order.
Interested in lower delivery fees? Sign up for Instacart+ and you can get $0 delivery fees on every order over $35, and lower service fees too!

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The best part about Instacart is that you can choose when you would like to schedule your delivery. You can get groceries delivered in as fast as one hour, or choose a dropoff time for later in the day or week to fit your schedule.
To make sure you get your grocery delivery as scheduled, we recommend:
  • Turning on notifications for the Instacart app
  • Keeping an eye out for text messages and phone calls from your Instacart shopper
  • Leaving helpful instructions for parking, gate codes, or other clues to find your home.

Learn more about Instacart same-day delivery here.

Instacart grocery delivery windows in Rochester, NY, start as early as 9am and run as late as midnight. In some cases, the delivery window can be available for 24 hours. Check local store hours. Delivery hours are subject to store operating hours, which includes holidays.

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Instacart offers grocery delivery from the following grocery stores in Rochester, NY:
  • Price Rite
  • Costco
  • ALDI
  • ALDI Express
  • BJ's Wholesale Club
  • CVS®
  • Lowe's
  • Petco

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Yes! Instacart offers grocery delivery to apartments in Rochester, NY. To make sure you get your grocery delivery as scheduled, we recommend:
  • Turning on notifications for the Instacart app
  • Keeping an eye out for text messages and phone calls from your Instacart shopper
  • Leaving helpful instructions for parking, gate codes, or other clues to find your apartment.

Stores available to shop near you in Rochester, NY

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