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1 active weekly ad for Malones. Last updated: May 27, 2026.
Malones Weekly Ad Regions
Malone’s is a Texas specialist, deeply rooted in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex:
Dallas:
- The flagship locations on S. Polk St. and S. Westmoreland Rd.
Garland:
- A major community hub on S. 1st St.
Fort Worth:
- Serving the Northside and Seminary Dr. areas.
Grand Prairie:
- A high-volume location on S. Belt Line Rd.
What You Can Find in the Malones Weekly Ad
The "Shelf vs. Register" Math
- Don't let the shelf price fool you into thinking you've reached your total.
- The Strategy:
- Always add 10% to the price you see on the tag in your head.
- The Hack:
- Even with the 10% added at the end, staples like 25lb bags of rice, bulk beans, and cooking oils are almost always 15-20% cheaper at Malone’s than at Kroger or Tom Thumb.
The "Loss Leader" Flyer Logic
- Malone’s Weekly Ad often features "Hot Buys" that are priced even lower than their cost.
- The Strategy:
- Look at the front page for items like Chicken Quarters, Avocados, and Roma Tomatoes.
- The Hack:
- These are high-turnover items. Shop on Wednesday or Thursday (when the ad resets) to get these before the local catering businesses and taco trucks buy out the inventory.
The "Cost Plus" Loyalty Advantage
- Because their margins are already so thin, they don't use a complicated "Points" system.
The "Sliding Scale" Surcharge Secret
- Most people think it’s a flat 10% fee, but Malone’s actually uses a sliding scale based on your total bill.
- The Strategy:
- Avoid "quick trips" for just a few items.
- The Math:
- If you spend under $15, the surcharge can be as high as 20%. If you spend $150 or more, it drops to the advertised 10%.
- The Hack:
- Consolidate your shopping into one massive "Stock-Up" trip every two weeks. You are effectively penalized for small baskets and rewarded for high-volume hauls.
The "Beer Surcharge" Exemption
- Texas law and Malone’s store policy create a unique loophole for beverage shoppers.
- The Insider Secret:
- Malone’s typically does not add the 10% (or sliding scale) surcharge to Beer and Wine purchases at the register.
- The Value:
- Because the shelf price on a 12-pack of Bud Light or Shiner is already at "cost," and no percentage is added at the end, Malone’s is often the cheapest place in Dallas to buy alcohol, even beating warehouse clubs like Sam’s or Costco.
The "Financial Hub" Convenience
- Malone’s isn't just a grocer; for many in the community, it’s their bank.
- The Service:
- Their "Financial Service Centers" offer payroll check cashing, money orders, and utility bill payments.
- The Pro-Tip:
- If you cash your payroll check at Malone’s, look for "Check Cashing Specials" in the Weekly Ad. They sometimes offer a discount on your grocery surcharge or a "fee-free" money order if you shop in-store immediately after cashing your check.
The "Family Pack" Meat Logic
- Because they serve large, multigenerational families, their meat department is optimized for volume.
- The Strategy:
- Look for the 10lb bags of Chicken Leg Quarters.
- The Value:
- These are often priced as low as $0.49 per lb.
- The Hack:
- While the Weekly Ad might list a "Limit 2" on these bags, if you go on Sunday morning, they often have surplus inventory from the Saturday shipments that they mark down even further for "Quick Sale.
- The Strategy:
- Focus on the Weekly Flyer rather than an app.
- The Value:
- Malone’s passes "Wholesale Savings" directly to you. If a brand gives them a deal on a pallet of soda, that entire discount is reflected on the shelf price immediately.
Shopping Tips for Malones
The Cost Plus 10% Concept
This is their "Secret Sauce." Every item on the shelf is priced at the store’s cost to get it into the building. When you check out, the receipt adds exactly 10%. This often makes their "true" price lower than the "sale" price at national competitors.
Multicultural Expertise
Because they are independent, Malone’s adapts its inventory to the specific neighborhood. You’ll find a massive variety of authentic Hispanic and African-American staples, from specialized spices to regional produce.
The Meat Market
They are famous for their full-service butcher shops. They offer specialized cuts (like oxtails, ham hocks, and specific cuts for Carne Asada) that are often missing from "big box" stores.
Neighborhood Hiring
Malone’s has a policy of hiring directly from the surrounding zip codes, giving the stores a "family" feel where the employees often know the customers by name.
About Malones
Founded in 1973 as an independent grocer in Dallas, Texas, Malone’s Cost Plus is a local institution known for its commitment to multicultural communities. In 1981, it pioneered the "Cost Plus" concept, which completely changed how they price groceries. Unlike traditional supermarkets that hide their profit margins in the shelf price, Malone’s operates with total transparency: they sell products at their "landed cost" and add a flat 10% fee at the register to cover overhead and operations.
How Often the Malones Flyer Updates
Typically, the sales cycle runs from Wednesday morning through the following Tuesday evening. The digital version is usually available on their website (malonesfoods.com).
Malones Weekly Ad FAQs
Why do they add 10% at the end?
This is the Cost Plus model. The shelf price represents what the store paid for the item (including shipping and handling). The 10% added at the register is the only way the store covers its labor, rent, and electricity. It’s one of the most transparent pricing models in the US.
Is Malone’s the same as "Savers Cost Plus"?
They are partner brands. You will often see "Malone’s" and "Savers" sharing the same Weekly Ad and pricing structure across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Can I order for delivery?
Malone’s focuses on the in-store experience to keep costs low. While they don't have a proprietary delivery app, many locations are available on third-party apps like Instacart or Uber Eats, though the "Cost Plus" pricing may be adjusted for those platforms.
What is the "Best Yet" brand?
Best Yet is the primary private label at Malone’s. It is a high-quality "national brand equivalent." In the Weekly Ad, "Best Yet" items (like vegetable oil or canned veggies) are usually the "Loss Leaders" with the deepest discounts.
How exactly is the "surcharge" calculated? Is it always 10%?
No, it is a sliding scale based on your total bill. Malone’s operates on the philosophy: "The More You Buy, The More You Save." * The Scale: * $0.01 to $15.00: 20% surcharge * $15.01 to $25.00: 18% surcharge * $25.01 to $50.00: 15% surcharge * $50.01 to $100.00: 13% surcharge * $100.01 to $150.00: 11.5% surcharge * $150.01 or more: 10% surcharge The Takeaway: To get the best value (the true 10% cost), you should aim to do one large "stock-up" trip over $150 rather than multiple small trips.
What is the "$10 Minimum Purchase" rule in the Weekly Ad?
You will often see "Limit 2 with $10 Additional Purchase" on hot items like eggs or milk. The Rule: To get the extreme "Loss Leader" price on that specific item, your total basket (excluding the sale item itself) must be at least $10.00. The Exception: Alcohol and tobacco do not count toward this $10 minimum requirement.
How does the check cashing service work?
Malone’s uses a high-tech biometric system called Paycheck Secure. The Process: The first time you go, you’ll register your identity and fingerprint. After that, you can cash your payroll or government checks quickly without needing a physical ID every single time. The Benefit: It is widely considered one of the safest and fastest check-cashing spots in South Dallas, often used by locals to "cash and shop" in one trip.
Does Malone’s have a mobile app for digital coupons?
No. Unlike Kroger or H-E-B, Malone’s does not currently have a dedicated "coupon clipping" app. The Strategy: All of their best deals are found in the physical Weekly Ad or on their website (malonesfoods.com). The "coupons" are already built into the shelf price—you just need to make sure you hit the $10 minimum purchase for the biggest ad items.
Is alcohol and tobacco included in the surcharge?
No. In most Malone's locations, alcohol and tobacco are priced with the margin already included on the shelf tag, meaning they are exempt from the sliding scale surcharge added at the end. This makes Malone's one of the cheapest places in DFW to buy beer, as you aren't paying a "double markup."
What is the return policy for "Bad" meat or produce?
Because they are a neighborhood-focused independent grocer, Malone's handles returns on a case-by-case basis. The Pro-Tip: If you find that a "Family Pack" of meat or a bag of produce is spoiled, bring it back within 24 hours with your receipt. They are known for their "familial" service and will usually offer a direct exchange or store credit to keep the neighborhood happy.
Are Malone’s and Savers Cost Plus the same store?
They are partner/sister stores. You will notice that their Weekly Ads look identical and they honor the same "Cost Plus" sliding scale. If a "Hot Buy" is sold out at the Malone’s on Polk St, it is worth checking the Savers Cost Plus nearby, as they usually have the same inventory.