Just Rankin’ Sh!t
10 Things You’re Most Likely to Buy From a Bodega, Ranked
Note: The cat is not for sale
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10. Canned food
Sure, you’re probably better off copping from a real grocer. But if you forget to pick up some (non-Goya) black beans on your supermarket sweep, the corner store will hold you down. (Just be sure to check that expiration date, fam.)
9. Durags
Depending on the neighborhood, it may be hard enough to locate a beauty supply store (much less navigate it to find what you desire). Bodegas got your weak waves covered.
8. Quarter Waters
You know you’re old-school if you still call these sugary swigs “quarter waters” despite the fact that, a) they haven’t cost 25 cents since the Clinton years; and b) they’re definitely not water. Have you had your daily serving of Red 40 today?
7. Lotto tickets
One of the few guarantees in life is that your number will hit the day you forgot to play.
