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    Balboa Bi-Rite Market

    4.0 (21 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Amanda L.

    I remember back in high school I used to walk down balboa to get to wash and I really never noticed that there was market here. The new owners definitely made it stand out and look amazing. It so bright and lively that you can't miss it and it just draws you in. They have everything you need from house hold item to beer, snacks and everything you need for a bonfire. Best thing to get from here is the spam musubi and the spam n' egg musubi. They also have coffee, hot dogs, hot links, polish dogs and nachos. The owner is great, if you are looking for something and they don't have it they will do everything to find it for you and keep it in store just for you.

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    2 years ago

    awesome food options, new owners & staffing are cool, vibes are also sick, very chill neighbor stop

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    3 years ago

    amazing staff and great options for drinks/snacks! super happy there's a place nearby that offers asian grocery items as well :-)

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    9 years ago

    It has my favorite juice and good selection of chocolate. Everything I would ever need!

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    9 years ago

    Love this place! Convenient and the owners and workers are very friendly! Some things are a little pricey but again it's connivence.

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    10 years ago

    They have what a normal convenience store has. I've been going here for over 19 years, same owners, super friendly.

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    18 years ago

    i think i lived a whole week on snacks from bi-rite, because delanos was way too far!

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