What Makes Discount Drug Mart Unique for Shopping in Galion?

Stylized image of Discount Drug Mart storefront in Galion Ohio on Carter Drive

If you haven't been inside Discount Drug Mart & Food Fair on Carter Drive lately, you might be surprised by what you find. The name makes it sound like a pharmacy, and yes, there is a pharmacy, but calling it a drug store is a little like calling a Swiss Army knife a toothpick. It does a whole lot more than the name suggests.

I used to think of it mostly as a place to grab a prescription. Then I walked in for a door hook for my chicken coop one evening after the other hardware store had already closed, found exactly what I needed for under a dollar, and my whole opinion of the place changed.

What Is Discount Drug Mart & Food Fair?

Discount Drug Mart is an Ohio-based, employee-owned chain that has been around since 1969. Their motto is "Discount Drug Mart Saves You the Runaround…We Have Everything You Need," and it covers a lot of ground, from health and beauty aids to household merchandise, small appliances, paint, hardware, auto accessories, groceries, frozen foods, and seasonal merchandise.

The Galion location sits at 739 Carter Drive, right in the strip mall near Arby's, East of Chicago Pizza, and Goodwill. It's a convenient stop whether you're already out running errands on that end of town or just need to grab a few things without driving to the next city.

Galion DrugMart Store Hours

The Galion store is open Monday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. That late weeknight closing time is genuinely useful when you realize at 9 p.m. that you need something and don't want to drive to Bucyrus or Ontario.

Phone: (419) 468-3139
Address: 739 Carter Drive, Galion, OH 44833

What Can You Buy at Discount Drug Mart in Galion?

This is where it gets interesting. The store covers 11 departments, and each one tends to have more depth than you'd expect.

• Automotive: Basic car care supplies plus some odds and ends you wouldn't necessarily predict finding here. Good for a pinch.
• Beverages: Sodas, teas, juices, milk, and alcoholic beverages. A solid selection if you need something to bring to a gathering and don't want to make a separate trip.
• Cosmetics and Beauty: Makeup, skincare, hair care, and other grooming supplies. Not a department store beauty counter, but enough to cover most everyday needs.
• Dairy: Cheese, butter, milk, and eggs. The basics are covered.
• Deli: This one is worth calling out. Fresh-cut lunch meats, cheeses, and side dishes like pickled eggs and coleslaw. Customers consistently mention the deli staff as a highlight, noting them for their kindness and efficiency. If you're building a sandwich tray for an event or just want fresh-sliced meat instead of the packaged stuff, this counter delivers.
• Greeting Cards and Gifts: Cards, small gifts like calendars and chocolates, and gift wrapping supplies. Handy when you remember a birthday at the last minute.
• Groceries: More than you'd think. Pasta, sauces, bread, cereal, and enough variety to pull together a full meal. The grocery selection holds its own better than most people expect from a store with "drug mart" in the name.
• Hardware: Smaller items for DIY needs. The section tends to stock exactly the kinds of things you need at inconvenient hours when the dedicated hardware stores are closed. That chicken coop hook I mentioned earlier cost me less than a dollar and solved the problem the same night.
• Health and Pharmacy: This is where the Drug Mart name comes in. The selection of over-the-counter health goods is solid. One tip from personal experience: staff are better at finding things by brand name than by generic name. If you know what brand you want, they will take you right to it.
• Household Supplies: Toilet paper, dish soap, cleaning products, and the everyday staples you always seem to run out of at the wrong time.
• Meat Counter: Small but solid. The selection is limited by space, but the quality has been consistently good every time I have picked up meat here. Don't overlook it just because it's tucked into a drug store.

Beyond those 11 departments, the store carries items like coffee makers and electric skillets, and has long emphasized serving community health needs seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Is Discount Drug Mart Cheaper Than Walmart?

Sometimes, yes, especially once you factor in the drive. For example, my dog's favorite canned food runs about two cents more per can at Drug Mart compared to Walmart, but Walmart is in the next town. When I do the math on gas and time, Drug Mart wins unless I'm already heading to Bucyrus or Ontario for something else.

It's worth comparing prices on items you buy regularly. You may find the difference is smaller than you'd expect, and keeping your dollars in Galion rather than driving out of town has its own value.

The Pharmacy at Drug Mart in Galion

The pharmacy has a drive-through window, which is a nice option if you're running short on time or just don't want to get out of the car. Pharmacy wait times can be longer during busy periods, so calling ahead or using the drive-through during off-peak hours is a smart move if you're on a schedule.

Location and Nearby Stores

Discount Drug Mart & Food Fair is at 739 Carter Drive, Galion, Ohio 44833, in the strip mall alongside Arby's, East of Chicago Pizza, and Goodwill. It's a convenient cluster of stops if you're doing a longer errand run on that side of town.

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Bottom Line

Discount Drug Mart in Galion is one of those stores that rewards people who shop there. If you've only been in for a prescription, you've missed most of what it has to offer. It's a legitimate one-stop shop for a lot of everyday needs, and being open until 10 p.m. most nights doesn't hurt either.

Looking for more places to shop in Galion? Visit the Shopping in Galion page on Galionite for a full roundup of local stores.

Article updated June 29, 2026