About Stop & Shop
Stop & Shop is a major supermarket chain operating throughout the Northeastern United States. The stores offer a full range of groceries including fresh produce, meat, seafood, bakery items, pantry staples, frozen foods, and dairy, along with household essentials, health and beauty products, and often in-store pharmacy services. Many locations also sell third‑party and store‑branded gift cards.
A statement line such as "CS *STOPANDSHOP GC PORTLAND ME" most likely corresponds to the purchase, reload, or activation of a Stop & Shop gift card at or associated with a Portland, Maine-area store or related card service. The “GC” typically stands for “gift card,” and the “CS” prefix may reflect a card or payment service processor used for the transaction. Charges can be one‑time purchases, multiple gift cards in a single transaction, or adjustments related to card activations.
To verify this charge, check recent receipts from Stop & Shop, especially those that include gift card purchases or reloads. If you have a Stop & Shop account or use their loyalty program, review your transaction history there as well. For questions or disputed charges, you can contact the specific store listed on your receipt or reach Stop & Shop customer service via the contact details on stopandshop.com; having the date, amount, and last four digits of the card used will help them locate the transaction. If the charge still looks unfamiliar, your bank can assist with further investigation or dispute procedures.