Ok folks, no more driving all the way to Berkeley for Indian groceries. This little gem of a store…read moreis legit, and should really be patronized as much as possible! I poked my head in for the first time today, a bit shameful of me as I am a resident of Hercules and I like to cook Indian food. Major selling points for me: 1. FRESH CURRY LEAVES in the refrigerated items. I could stop here, but let's continue... 2. Large variety of common-in-Indian-cuisine types of dals/lentils/legumes, flours (including Barley flour, and other common flours for all the different types of Indian breads), spices both common and specialized (ie. Kashmiri Chili Powder, Asafoetida, etc), Popular basmati brands (Daawat - both Traditional & Ultima, Royal Authentic, and others)... 3. Freezer section has coconut, drumstick vegetable, pre-made breads and other common items found in Indian grocery stores. 4. NO EXPIRED ITEMS that I picked up and checked, and believe me, I went looking for them. Having expired items on the shelf at any grocery store is such a huge turnoff for me, and this store had within-expiry date products, and a very nice and helpful employee actively restocking the shelves while I was there. Very good sign! 5. They had common British sweets at the counter, such as Cadbury Flakes. Maybe a little too convenient! :) Today when I went, they had fresh Fenugreek leaves and guavas in the front of the store on display. I was told they had some mango and guava pastries in the back (I passed this time, but will seek the pastries out in the future). I have a feeling they probably have different fresh items as they happen upon them if they are good quality and are in season. All in all, I can't think of anything that other bigger Indian grocery stores have that this little store didn't. Great variety and well stocked! Sarab and Jessica were very nice and helpful employees, and they happily got my business today. I look forward enthusiastically to continuing to patronize their wonderful little store. Thank you KS, lucky to have you in Hercules!

Our new go-to! We used to go all the way to Berkeley to get a good deal on turmeric and curry…read morepowder, now we have our own quality spot in Hercules at fair prices!

I've been passing by this place for years and finally decided to go inside. This place is a…read morebeautiful family owned neighborhood corner grocery store just above San Pablo Ave and a block from the Bart tracks going up Potero Ave. it has some of the most beautiful and fresh looking produce i've seen in a corner store market in a very long time! They also have specialty items like European cookies, a great selection of micro brewery, beers, and commonly use canned goods, etc.! I would highly recommend you support your local mom & pop business and give this place a visit! The people working there are very nice and "happy" and they have lots of parking available in their lot adjacent to the store. No more over priced Safeway for me!

Giovanni's is a very cute, yet surprisingly comprehensive, neighborhood store. It's amazing that…read moreit's still in business and seems to be thriving. When I was growing up in El Cerrito (home of the Fogerty brothers) this used to be Poloni's. The perfect spot to go after school and buy candy. Today it's got gourmet mini pies, a wine section, lots of fresh produce plus some household items in case of emergency. Very friendly staff. I like their handwritten signs, but unfortunately there's no spellcheck when you're writing freehand. Support your local mom and pop business!

I get a kind of wellness high whenever I go to the Annex. It is a serene and unique environment to…read moremeet with a friend or spend quality alone time. They have WiFi and I've seen people sit for work or pleasure to enjoy the space. In the late afternoon and evening, the ambience is uplifting with good jazz. Fresh food: order from the glass counter and they heat your food and serve you at the table. Everything I've tried has been "clean" and delicious! Shout out to the ginger miso tofu. Cooked Mary's chicken is the best cooked chicken one can find. Highest standards of organic and sustainability, flavorful and perfectly cooked. The soups and prepared hot bar don't disappoint. The fresh hot burritos are clean and straightforward. cold prepared salads and such are delicious. very fresh, and have high quality ingredients. Gelato bar, coffee bat and pastries are excellent. I had a yummy oat milk latte with honey today and it touched all the right notes. They have a smoothie menu if you're into that. The flower department is exquisite! If you park in the lot and enter from the back, you're surrounded by the aroma and visual beauty of flowers that are picture perfect and often breathtaking. If you appreciate thoughtful and artistic note cards, the collection is bar none. I always have to stop myself from looking at them because I can easily drop $50 on just cards. They have a small but eclectic wine area tendered by a wine expert. The Annex is understated and special!!

A real juice bar in 2025? In El Cerrito? Pinch me. Fresh, non-pasteurized, whole-food goodness that…read moreactually tastes alive. Prices are fair, flavors are fire, and I keep coming back like it's my new religion.

Just tried their new "five spice pasta" and an old fav, "teriyaki sushi". So flipping good! And…read morethey are protein galore! Some of their products can be concentrated on the taste but I always find ways to combine them with fresh produce to dilute them a bit. I know and work with the owner as an architect so I know the level of dedication and diligent he put in all TFY products. Knowing the person who makes your food adds that so more to my enjoyment when eating. Look forward to their new "Turkee and Stuffin" available to order for thanksgiving!

Tofu Yu, for me, for everyone!…read more Another new vendor at Stonestown's farmers market. Tofu Yu started 2 years ago in the east bay, the production kitchen is still there but their Berkeley retail store is now closed. You can find their tofu products around the east bay at many farmers markets. http://static1.px.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/wj-3IpEcZ8YQwR6kSs5TZw/l I like tofu and I'm a fan of Hodo Soy Beanery's products. So after trying some free samples, I bought the veggie wraps http://static1.px.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/IaCJ7O6HtgFT_Y9DFg14Ng/l and the veggie meatballs, http://static1.px.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/erH6HCx7sob7Z5pgYactKQ/l priced at $6 per pkg. or 2 for $10. Prices are moderate since it's a unique product. Hours: Sundays 9am-1pm

Rincon Latino is a market I stopped by for ingredients when doing some of my cooking adventures…read morewhen I lived in Albany. The store was easy to spot from the street and the parking lot was easy to maneuver in to and out of. Offerings spread a variety of grocery items and included produce and meat. When asking for a cut of meat from the butcher/meat case area, I was happy I had looked up in advance the terminology in Spanish for the cut of meat I was looking for as it turned out to be helpful for indicating what cut I wanted. Produce was fresh and worked perfect in the dishes I made. The interior of the store was well laid out with different sections clearly shelved without spreading into another section. Produce sections were located both outside of the entrance and inside the store. Payment was straightforward. All of the workers we interacted with were friendly and professional.

FANTASTIC Women Owned & Run Grocery in Richmond near McBryde - on San Pablo Avenue !!!…read more Been frequenting here for about a Decade. The Produce is Always Fresh & Competitively Priced !!! The Ladies who work up front @ the Registers are always pleasant & ready to answer any queries customers may have. Their ' Salsas are Delicious ', and labeled for Spice Level. They do sell Fresh Fish & Meat toward the back of the Store, but for those of us who stick with Kosher/ Halal Meats, HENS, - there's the Indo-Pakistani store right next door. Madni Halal have a wide array of offerings from Freshly Butchered Meats, Bottled Juices, Nan Breads , Cookies, Rusks , Mango, Lime ,& Vegetable Pickles, to Desi Frozen Dinners,Frozen Ramadan Snacks &Local Raw Honeys. Cooking & Salad Oils Etc. Etc. Products can be Internationally Manufactured from India, Pakistan, Turkey & Beyond !!! Worth a peek in there. The Owner is a ' Helpful person too ...' !!!!

Lake Baikal Siberian Pine Nut Butter - Alive & Organic…read more I am a real nut and seed butter lover. I have tried many. I am also a pine nut fan. I make pesto weekly, with fresh organic basil and organic extra virgin olive oil. Sometimes, I eat pine nuts as a snack. I had never heard of Siberian Pine Nuts until I came upon this delicacy. This is a real treat. It has the most delicate buttery, creamy, slightly sweet and complex taste. It was very hard to put the spoon down. This is perfect for dipping fruit, spreading on toast, for adding to a smoothie or making pesto; but I honestly wouldn't. This is a real indulgence on its own. I absolutely recommend this product. It's raw, organic, made by an amazing company; it's a real sensory experience. True delicacy!

As a devoted and doting consumer for years, I need to say that this is my favorite raw/living foods…read morecompany! I absolutely love Living Tree Community Foods! The quality of the products is second to none, i.e. the almond butter is the best among any brand I've ever tasted, and the seeds, spices, honey, cacao, coconut butters, sugars, grains, nuts and oils that I have ordered have all been extremely fresh and vibrant-tasting. Even though the products had to be shipped across the country from the West to the East coast to reach my door, they always arrive undamaged and taste like they have just been harvested. I wish I lived in Berkeley because then I would be begging for a job at LTC! From the bottom of my heart, thank you for helping educate and supply the healthiest living foods so that we all can live a long and healthy life!

Small, well stocked African food store with some clothing and toiletries for sale, including shea…read morebutter. Ghana yams up front and fufu and egusi soup available prepared. I found the frozen cassava leaves I was looking for. Owner was friendly and even gave me cooking tips!

Expired and molded food with no expiration dates. I returned my snacks/sweets, because it was moldy…read moreand she up charged me for replacement, her brother tried to make her just let me have it and was very apologetic, but she refused. She has zero business ethics and I will never go there again. I was a long time customer and expected better service. Save your money and state of health and go elsewhere.

I love this ' INDIAN GROCERY STORE ' in Richmond, Ca. Been…read moreshopping here for about a decade now ! It is ' Spacious ', and has a ' Large Selection of Spices, Indian herbs like ' Curry Leaves, Cilantro , Few Veggies, Pickles, Paan, and Myriad Frozen North & Soith Indian Meals !!! The Cafe, Hot Table seems to've closed ' Post Covid - 19 '. Also they sell quite an Assortment of Indian Made ' Pots & Pans / Household Goods '. They seem to have some type of ' Beauty Salon ' with Waxing for Ladies '. Staff is ' Usually Friendly '& Helpful Enough. The owner and his son worked there. Then they used to have Young Nepalese Ladies & Guys. One at the Counter, and a Floor Helper. Last Evening though I had a ' Weird Experience ' though. The ' Lady Floor Helper ' was ' Unprofessional & Highly Inappropriate in her Sales Conduct'. Not sure if they're Managers or New Owners, but the ' Turbaned Sikh Gentleman @ The Counter was Polite , Helpful & Nice. I hate to affect anybody's Business, but I couldn't reach them for ' one thing ' !!! + I have no way to reach the Owners. All in All - she was ' Sarcastic & Highly Unprofessional '. I went up to pay - having gathered my Groceries. Am usually the sort who allows Folks with ' Fewer Items to Proceed ahead of Me '. Upon reaching the Counter - I realized that I had forgotten a ' Specific Khara / Savory Indian Snack named ' Ghatiyeh ' ; the Male Cashier, The Sikh Gentleman ' was ' Very Understanding '. More Business for them Anyway !!! $$$ ... The Floor Lady - Very Rudely Commented in Hindi that ' I maybe Asleep ' !!! Lol ... Not Funny Lady !!! Am not Your Hubby, but ' Just A Shopper ', so ' Pipe Down & Do Uour Job !!! The Gentleman & Myself continued to ' Transact ' .... Although when she ' Did make the Comment - there were some ' Background Giggles' .... Was yet more ' Cynical Looks and Gestures on Her Part ' !!! Basically- A Bad Fit for The ' Retail Sales & Store Guardian Position ' !!! I bet the Young Owner , Mr. Deepak will be glad to get ' Feedback '... The Sardar Gentleman rang me up, was Polite and Attentive !!!! Tried calling them to-day to offer him some ' Honest Feedback '... They seem to have their phone ' Off The Hook ' !!!!!!