Last updated October 9, 2026 · ranked from 1,430 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 9 convenience stores in and around Kalamazoo, MI, led by Johnny's Markets, Howard's Party Store and supermarket and Dollar General. Together they have 1,430 Google reviews; Johnny's Markets has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.5. Every place on the list is in Kalamazoo, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Open 24 hours every day, Johnny's Markets at 107 East Cork Street in Kalamazoo, MI earns the top spot for combining round-the-clock access with practical road-stop essentials. Shell fuel, Michigan-roasted coffee, prepared food, and sweet and salty snacks make it useful for both commutes and late-night stops. Free parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom add convenience. Its 4.5-star Google rating from 34 reviews is supported by a reviewer who specifically praised the friendly staff and well-maintained store.
Open 24 hours
Michigan-roasted coffee
Shell fuel
“Friendly staff!! Well maintained store!! Recommended!!”
Late hours and a varied selection earn Howard's Party Store and supermarket the No. 3 spot. At 1366 Portage Street in Kalamazoo, MI, it opens daily at 9 a.m. and stays open until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers praise its canned and frozen food variety, liquor selection, prices, and helpful staff. Its 4.2-star Google rating across 46 reviews adds support, while wheelchair-accessible entry and parking, card payments, and NFC mobile payments make quick visits more practical.
Late weekend hours
Canned and frozen foods
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
“I love vaping and these guys have wonderful stock each day.They have the variety of products and the best price in the town.Love to go there.Great guys!”
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Daily 8 a.m.–9 p.m. hours and a mix of groceries, household goods, and beauty products earn Dollar General its No. 4 spot. At 143 E Stockbridge Ave in Kalamazoo, MI, this low-price-level store supports quick visits, in-store pickup, and delivery, with SNAP and mobile payments accepted. Its Google rating is 3.8 from 453 reviews. Positive reviewers describe helpful employees and improvements inside the store, while one flags litter in the parking lot and surrounding grounds.
Open daily
Pickup and delivery
Accepts SNAP
“The people inside the store do their job well. However that care doesn't seem to leave the store. The parking lot is a trash pile, and so are the rest of the grounds. And that doesn't make any sense because they just spent a ton of money…”
Daily hours from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. help Dollar General at 2810 Portage Street in Kalamazoo, MI earn the fifth spot. Groceries, household goods, and beauty products cover several everyday needs in one stop, while its lowest-tier price designation adds a budget-focused reason to visit. In-store pickup and delivery offer alternatives to shopping inside, and SNAP and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The location also lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking, with a Google rating of 3.8 from 577 reviews.
Open until 10
Pickup and delivery
SNAP accepted
“I gotta love that place like Dollar General and maybe much more! So pricey like that. 💲🛍️🛒”
Late closing hours and practical services earn Daysha's Convenient Store its No. 6 spot. Located at 715 Douglas Ave in Kalamazoo, MI, it opens at 9 a.m. daily and closes at midnight Monday through Saturday and 11 p.m. Sunday. Check cashing and delivery add to its usefulness, while accepted payments include credit cards, debit cards, NFC mobile payments, and SNAP. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking support access. Its Google rating is 4.4 stars from 28 reviews.
Long opening hours and practical amenities earn 7-Eleven at 3050 Oakland Dr in Kalamazoo, MI its No. 7 spot. The store carries snacks, drinks, and daily essentials, with in-store shopping from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday. A free parking lot and wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom make it a useful everyday stop. It accepts cards and NFC mobile payments and holds a 3.9-out-of-5 Google rating from 104 reviews.
Daily hours from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. give Jacks Party Store a practical reason for its No. 8 spot: shoppers have a long window to make a quick stop. Located at 1601 E Stockbridge Ave in Kalamazoo, MI, it holds a 4.3 Google rating from 27 reviews. Credit cards, debit cards, NFC mobile payments, and SNAP are accepted. Visits must be in person, since delivery is unavailable; shoppers should also note that the store has no wheelchair-accessible entrance or restroom.
Long hours and reviews describing dependability and kindness earn Sunny Mart the No. 9 spot. At 2020 East Cork Street A in Kalamazoo, MI, it opens at 6 a.m. on weekdays and stays open until midnight Monday through Saturday. Its Google rating is 4.1 from 37 reviews. One reviewer calls it dependable over five years; another thanks the owner for giving her daughter two free bags of Cheetos. Wheelchair-accessible entry and parking, plus card and NFC mobile payments, add practical reasons to stop in.
Open late daily
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
NFC mobile payments
“The owner gave my daughter TWO free bags of Cheetos today and I’ve been crying ever since. Thank you for your compassion and love for your community.”
Late closing hours and flexible payment options earn North Pole Party Store the No. 10 spot. At 711 N Westnedge Ave in Kalamazoo, MI, it stays open until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and until 1 a.m. the rest of the week. The store accepts credit cards, debit cards, NFC mobile payments, and SNAP, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking. Listed as suitable for a quick visit, it offers a practical in-person stop and holds a 3.8 Google rating from 124 reviews.
Late closing hours
SNAP accepted
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
“Friendly staff, almost too friendly...I shouldnt get hit up for money on my way in, while im in, and on my way out. I wish the staff was more proactive about removing pan handlers. Im a retail mananger and id never tolerate this behavior…”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each convenience store is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Kalamazoo category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
convenience stores in Kalamazoo, MI: common questions
Which convenience stores in Kalamazoo, MI are open overnight?
Johnny’s Markets at 1609 S Westnedge Ave and Circle K at 4117 Portage Street are open 24 hours every day. North Pole Party Store at 711 N Westnedge Ave closes at 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and 1 a.m. on other days. Howard’s Party Store and supermarket and The Den Partystore also close at 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Which stores have the highest Google ratings in this guide?
Howard’s Party Store and supermarket leads with 4.2 stars from 46 reviews, followed by Sunny Mart with 4.1 stars from 37 reviews. Johnny’s Markets has 4.0 stars from 76 reviews, and 7-Eleven on Oakland Dr has 3.9 stars from 104 reviews.
Where can I combine a convenience-store visit with fuel or vehicle services?
Johnny’s Markets at 1609 S Westnedge Ave offers Shell fuel, and Circle K at 4117 Portage Street combines a gas station with convenience-store shopping. Marathon Gas Station at 605 E Michigan Ave lists an onsite convenience store, diesel, propane exchange, an air pump, and an ATM. Marathon is open from 6 a.m. to midnight daily.
Which stores in Kalamazoo, MI accept SNAP?
SNAP is listed at Dollar General at 2810 Portage Street and 143 E Stockbridge Ave; Walgreens at 760 W Michigan Ave and 3016 S Westnedge Ave; North Pole Party Store at 711 N Westnedge Ave; Circle K at 4117 Portage Street; and The Den Partystore at 2917 Howard St.
Which locations offer delivery or pickup?
Both Dollar General locations offer delivery and in-store pickup. Both Walgreens locations offer delivery, in-store pickup, and curbside pickup, and also list drive-through service. Howard’s Party Store and supermarket at 1366 Portage Street offers delivery but does not offer same-day delivery.
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