Best place to stop in on your way to the beaches. That have…read moreeverything you may need for a wonderful day trip. The family is always so helpful I make sure this is my one stop before our trips begin. The sandwich lady is always on point . Thank you for your service always .we always leave with a smile. Leo and Cindy

This store has a magnificent array of items, both useful and exotic…read more What I primarily wanted to review though was the customer service. Every last employee was so friendly and kind and helpful and seemed genuinely happy to be there.

Aesthetically speaking, this is my idealized fish market. It's got it's own unique vibe -- very…read moreBodega Bay-y. You can find plenty of ready-made goodies to eat on site or to take away for a picnic. We prefer buying fresh fish on ice to take home to cook ourselves. Beautiful halibut, oysters, mussels, clams, crabs, prawns, calamari, swordfish, rockfish, tuna, salmon, different smoked fishes, scallops.. I guess I don't need to list out every single fish they sell, but that's off the top of my head! I've only ever bought fish that was fresh and good -- we haven't had any poor experience or purchases. Outside of the headliner, seafood, they also sell a fantastic assortment of cheeses, deli meats, wine, jams and jellies and pickles and olives, oils and breads. Everything you need for a quintessential northern california meal. Except for fresh produce, go to Diekmann's for that! Prices are a little up there, and it's certainly become more "touristy" over the years, but that's just the nature of capitalism, y'all.

Got home from another wonderful Bodega Bay trip but opened up a pack of your smoked black cod from…read moreyour counter and the stench of rotting fish hit me in the face. Yes, it's been kept cold in my fridge for three days and yes I do smoke a lot of fish myself so I know the shelf life is quite a bit longer than that! There's no reason to sell patrons totally over-due items like this! And incidentally the smoked herring I also bought at the same time is just fine! You should be ashamed of yourselves!

Just swing by for a quick last minute shopping, toothpaste, water, and candy…read more But I couldn't help myself to write this review because the customer service was the best I ever had on a grocery store, at least in the past decade Gary-Michael made my day, although they were super busy and most likely short handed, once he started helping us, you forget all that , because he has such a funny, beautiful, friendly personality. I bet he gets a lot of compliments from customers. If the Safeway at Guerneville see this I hope they let him know and recognize how wonderful it is to have such employee. The store itself was nice, clean, they have a Starbucks inside, & a big parking lot right outside:)

Lots of doggos in here, I noticed a doggo sniffing the deli area only to be given a sweet treat by…read morethe worker. Cute, but not good. Made me sick to my stomach when I noticed the pupper take a little wee wee on the cheese display.

Cute little farmers market that allows well behaved dogs on leash. One food truck and several…read morelocal stands. Given the lack of any larger grocery stores, more produce stands would be a nice addition. Either way, everyone is kind and the vendors all accept electronic payment in addition to good ol cash. Raymond's bakery is the most popular stand for good reason. I'm a huge sourdough fan but Raymond's is softer and less sour but still delicious. Bought a loaf of the sea salted sourdough ripped right into it and it was good! Wanted to update Yelp with photos to give you an idea of what they have at the market.

What a cute little farmers market! Parking was easy. Everyone working was happy and helpful…read more Selection was decent and the fruit was so tasty. The croissants I purchased were delicious! There were some very lovely little trinkets and some jewelry available for purchase as well. Personally, a big fan of the flamingo band set up - so cute!

Good selection of items across the spectrum, lots of 'ooh I haven't seen THOSE in a long time'…read moreitems.

Local favorite in the town of Bodega. It's clean, bright, friendly staff and they carry virtually…read moreanything you might need from vast array of grocery items, wines, ice, good selection of beer as well as soft drinks, kombucha, sweet and salty treats, fresh produce, picnic supplies, health and beauty aids, all at prices of local stores but saves you from driving back to larger towns. I love this place. They also have quick grab unusual last minute gifts or gag gifts, cards, souvenirs.

Along Highway 1 in Sonoma County is the pleasant town of Valley Ford and there is a nice upscale…read morecountry store there worth your stop should you need supplies for your picknic-king or just a place to get some food and much more. This smart looking store has a lot of choices for wine, a nice well-stocked veggie section, all the stuff you'd find as a small corner store, a deli where fresh sandwiches and food are made, and best of all, a small ice cream counter. I suppose I admit that I'm an ice cream lover and they serve the Rainbow brand, a San Francisco product. It is a great joint, clean and everything is nicely presented. It's a great place should you need a place to take a break from your drive, stretch your legs and at the very least, a bathroom stop.

We stopped here on the way to the beach for some sandwiches and were met with the most unpleasant…read morewoman behind the counter. I asked how the ordering process for custom sandwiches worked. She looked at me rolled her eyes and looked up at where the menu was on the wall without saying a word. I lost my appetite and we ended up not eating them the only saving grace was a man who checked us out and was pleasant. Overall I could not tell you if they were good but the food environment was less than proper customer service.

Dillon Beach General Store is an absolute coastal gem! Grabbing an ice cream cone here after…read morespending time by the water makes for the perfect day--it's genuinely a real treat every single time. Spots like this are precisely why we pay too much in taxes to live in California; the incredible vibes and beautiful local stops make every penny worth it. Friendly service, great atmosphere, and unbeatable beach town charm.

I love Dillon beach but it's changed a lot over the years. We've been coming here for a long time,…read morebut the selection at the general store went downhill after the change in ownership and the prices are insane. They justify the increase in costs because there is no other store within 20 miles. The problem is, there just isn't much to buy and that's besides the price of everything. Staff is always nice and courteous. Just wish the product was better

Stopped by for a bite to eat from the saladbar and had the best conversation with a gentleman who…read morewas doing the same thing. Sometimes certain places just attract cool people. This was my second visit. Ambiance is very "local Sebastopol", which IMHO is a magical town. Prices are in accordance with the quality of the food. Salad Bar and Hot Bar cost $10.99 a pound. I ate for under $10.00 and was satisfied. They have a shaded spot for outside dining. Very HAPPY experience. I took a photo.

Worst Whole Foods I've ever been to. And I've been to multiple in different states. Not only non…read moreacknowledging but staff goes out of their way to make you feel stupid and uncomfortable. I was looking for a half a second and an employee asks "can I help you" in a tone that's like I was trespassing her home. After all front end staff start gawking I had the AUDACITY to ask where the Amazon pickup counter is. Yes there's a sign out front and no I'm not from there. Said it's next door like I was supposed to know. I even said thanks and she pukes out the indifferent "yup". Kudos for the extra effort in the wrong direction I guess. Strangest layout with the separate medicinal store. Not interesting not good just lame. If you're an outta towner this store is strictly for regular locals. Stay away unless you're a masochist. That should be the sign out front.

This place is completely overpriced and has bad customer service!…read more My friend purchased jam that had mold growing in it! Like badly (see picture) and they would NOT give her a refund! Super expensive too! Just a bad all-around place! Avoid like the plague!

Couldn't resist the Monster sandwich. Had to pick one up to enjoy on the beach. Shared for 2, but…read morecould easily be eaten between 3 people. Just let them know so they can cut accordingly. But this may be The Spot to grab n go before the beach day.

I've been coming to this gift shop my entire life. When I was little I really thought it was so, so…read moremagical -- especially all those polished, glimmering seashells. Every single one was an enchanted talisman that could directly connect me to the ocean, and I felt the need to collect them all. For some reason I was particularly fond of the sand dollars! I'm not much of a seashell collector anymore, but I'm still mesmerized by all things ocean-related. I grew up visiting Bodega Bay every summer, shaping my love for cold, eerie, foggy, rocky beaches.. Then in the eighth grade we read the short story that the movie "The Birds" is based on by Daphne du Maurier (more horrifying than the movie, AHHHH it's so good). I developed a love for horror, and also became a big fan of Hitchcock and Kim Novak (Vertigo is one of my fave movies ever). Sooo, naturally, I was primed to become a staunch lover of Hitchock's "The Birds," filmed here in Bodega Bay. Where am I going with all this? Tides Wharf is featured in the film, and this gift shop pays beautiful homage to the movie with fantastic merch. Come here to learn all "The Birds" history and trivia and leave with all kinds of memorabilia. If you're not into "The Birds" (what is wrong with you haha) it's okay -- this spot is otherwise your traditional oceanside gift shop selling all the beachy goodies you'd ever want, from tiny puka shells to enormous conchs, to t-shirts and toys, magnets and shot glasses, local art and stationary, jewelry and mugs, candles and soaps, and so much more.

Great souvenir shop! Great selection of Alfred Hitchcocks classic, The Birds filmed here on…read morelocation and throughout Bodega Bay ! I must stop for all film fans and outdoor lovers! You fill find something here to take home from your travels to the Sonoma Coast!