TW: Sexual Harassment I was so excited to discover this…read moreplace, as I need herbs on an ongoing basis for my business. It seemed cool and not of this time when I went in and saw all the jars and met the man who owns the shop. He gave me the herbs I needed and started commenting on my looks, saying he likes a woman like me. I was uncomfortable and wouldn't go back, but it got worse when he kept asking for a hug, to which I declined. Then he came out from behind the register area and tried to hug me. I pushed him off of me various times and felt super unsafe and just wanted to get out of there, so I booked it and never went back. I see many other reviews saying he's so cool and nice. I guess I was just his type. Gross. It's really sad because herb shops are hard to come by in San Diego, but thankfully Datura in North Park is a reliable apothecary with kind/ non-rapey staff to boot. So I get all my stuff there now.

I was on the hunt for Arnica and stopped by this location after researching a bit. The shop is…read moreunassuming from the outside and parking is on the street. Step inside and you'll see a vast array of labeled, empty glass jars. The shop owner is kind, knowledgeable and generous. He explained that he keeps his products sealed in the back to retain freshness, which I really appreciated. Though he was out of Arnica, I decided to purchase other items including a toothpaste powder that he recommended for tooth pain. I noted how lovely everything smelled and mentioned lavender was a favorite of mine. He disappeared in the back and then reappeared with a large bag of the most fragrant lavender I've ever smelled. It was from Provence! He offered me a sample to take home and I happily accepted. It continues to smell like lavender in my kitchen. No doubt I'll be back to support this local gem. Tip: this is a cash only vendor; stop by the ATM ahead of time.

This place has an impressive selection of spices. The store is clean, well organized, and easy to…read morebrowse. Definitely worth checking out if you enjoy cooking or want to try something new! Free parking lot.

The prices are high but so is the quality!! I love my penzey's spices and think they really make a…read moredifference in recipes. They have several promotions too where you can get free spice blends or jars if you're subscribed to the newsletter. The staff at the store is always helpful directing me to different parts of the store depending on what spice I need. Parking can be tricky. There's a parking lot but it's almost always full.

What a gem. Windmill has been a staple of the college area for both grocery and their legendary…read moresandwich and ready-to-go food selection. The nicest employees give the local small town feel but they have the resources of a full on chain grocery store. My faves: 1. Build your own sandwich 2. Cold and hot ready to go foods 3. Craft beer and NA beverage selection

I've been to Windmill Farms Market several times over the years. I've been coming more often…read morebecause they have a type of sourdough multi-grain and sourdough protein bread that I like from Izzio Bread Company. I liked that they steadily keep it in stock. I have purchased it at Target as well but they are not consistent in keeping it in stock as Windmill Farms. I in occasion pick up a bag of their locally lard fried corn tortilla chips and flour tortillas, which are very good. I also like that they have a coffee station. The ladies that make the hand made flour tortillas are always in good spirits and are up for good conversation when I visit. Same goes with the young ladies at the register. There's plenty of parking available here.

Locally made Hot Sauce that it sure to leave a "ring of fire"…read more Ring of Fire was being demo'd at Bates Nut Farm today and I was sold after the first dipped cracker. First off this is a little different Habanero sauce than I'm used to. I'm used to the bright orange stuff they sell at the grocery stores. This has more of a finely blended salsa texture. The ingredients are vinegar, tomato, onions, habanero, garlic, serrano, spices, salt, and sugar. What does this all mean? A great Dipping sauce! Also good on mac-n-cheese and mixing in with salsa. - Something locally made that would make a great gift.

I've been ordering Ring of Fire hot sauce since the 1980's. It's the best. I give it to friends,…read morewho say it's addictive. My favorite recipe is to put a generous layer on a salmon filet and cook it under a top broiler until it almost turns black; works with swordfish also!! Cooking time varies a little depending on the thickness of the fish. My wife never wants me to cook it any other way......and that is an endorsement!!!

I enjoy shopping here. What a needed improvement over the last few years!…read moreBravo! Turkish sparkling waters, French Feta, Greek Olive Oil, an awesome hot food kitchen and Imported Italian products! This place really is fun. Glad you're just a close drive away NPP!

There are multiple North Park Produce in San Diego. Noticed that each one is independent of the…read moreother and they have different weekly ads. This location has a small parking lot but they also acquired additional space across the street behind the dentistry. This location is smaller than Poway and that's because the Mediterranean hot food stand is inside along with the bakery items. The center of the store has someone making fresh tortillas. There's also only one cash register.

The butcher is also the cashier. The butcher cut oxtail for a customer went and checked them out…read morethen came back to cut more meat. She got out the meat, went to the back door- still same gloves, opened the door, stared out then came back in to finish cutting then grinding meat. I heard something muttered to another employee by her about "muchas moscas", although I didn't see any. The fresh ground lamb was $12.99/lb and same day down the street at NPP it was $9.99/lb The store is not very cool on a hot summer day. Given the warm room temp, I expected the glass case with the meats to be sweating if it was chilled? Idk Also no fresh breads or produce. Some refrigerated hummus and other dips available. I'm giving a second star only because she was very hard working.

If you need to cook middle eastern food with high quality ingredients, there is no better place…read more Their meet, lamb, chicken, beef, is the most qualitative meet you will find in San Digo. Grounded meet? no problem. They will grind it for us, thin or thick, as you like it, with or without your recipie spices, or no.

The service is horrible posted on the door a few times do not knock. The owner does not answer the…read morebusiness number. If you pay him he doesn't deliver your product, if you pay him for a job or service he screws you over. Acknowledging what others say and what I'm telling you 2026 , this guy is a long time scammer. All Botanicas in north park and city heights are a fraud do your homework and find the best reviews and you decide. Definitely this Botanica doesn't deserve our business.

This botanica is not open for business. You can pray and text dude and hope the Santoro wishes to…read morereply otherwise you wasted your gas and time to get anything. Find yourself a new shop. Don't waste your time read the other reviews.

I've only tried the teas, having ordered a large assortment to try. They are some of the most…read moreflavorful teas I have ever had, and with a wide variety of ingredients in each variety. I wish they had a tea with pine needles. (IKEA used to have one, but have discontinued it, alas.) Wonderful customer service via phone.

So glad I found this small business - they offer a good variety of high quality spices, herbs and…read morehealthy teas without additives. Many of their products come in smaller packets with low prices so you can easily put together your own 'sampler' of different flavors which is fun and gives you a chance to decide what you like before ordering larger quantities. Shipment came quickly in good condition. It feels good to support a smaller independent firm rather than the usual mega-companies.