Honest essentials, local favorites, and everything you actually need — all in one stop.
Monday – Sunday 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Out of milk? Need snacks for school? We keep the shelves stocked with the basics so you don’t have to drive across town.
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Simple, useful, and always fresh — that’s what a local market should be.
Some things just taste like home. At Nate’s, you’ll find those hometown favorites that keep folks coming back:
People drive out just for those.

From road trip snacks to friendly faces, Nate’s is where convenience meets community.
Whether you’re heading to the river, on a family trip, or just out for a drive — grab a soda, chips, candy, and a bag of ice on your way. Our coolers stay stocked so you can fill up and be gone in minutes.
We’re not your average grocery store. On one side, you’ll find groceries and snacks; on the other, live bait and tackle. It’s a mix that makes sense — groceries for home, bait for the weekend. That’s why folks say we’re Franklin’s favorite general store.
What makes us different isn’t just what’s on the shelves — it’s how we treat people. You’re not a barcode here. We’ll point you to the hoop cheese, tell you what’s fresh, and remind you to grab ice before you go fishing. That’s what a country market is all about.
A Saturday in Franklin says it all. Someone drops in for minnows, leaves with hoop cheese. A mom grabs milk and finds smoked sausage. A kid buys a soda before heading to the river. Nate’s isn’t just a market — it’s part of everyday life in the community.
If you’re searching for a “country market near Franklin VA,” this is it. Groceries, local favorites, snacks, drinks, even fishing tackle — all in one place.
We’re not trying to be big. Just better for the people who live here