Man, I wish we had Gelsons in Orange County. Everytime I am in the Sherman Oaks area, I do my best…read moreand try and stop at a Gelsons market. They have great Kosher foods and oraganic treats as well. Pretty expensive to shop here too. They remind me a little bit of the way Whole Foods design their stores. My favorite is the fish fillets in the deli area. Service is good here Monica was a good helper. Always a pleasure to visit when I am in town.

as many others have pointed out this store has gone downhill over the past years and is…read moreexperiencing real problems - it has a very unfriendly feel to it now and after my experience on 5/21/26 I don't know if I'll be returning unless fundamental changes are made - their Loss Prevention team decided to profile me again and this time stopped me at the exit demanding to go through my bags and check my receipt. I surprised the guy by not being guilty and was glad that Cindy from the Gelsons Staff was there as a witness but the incident has left me shaken and upset. There were also witnesses by the people who collect money for charity outside the back exit and am grateful that they were also present. Gelsons really has some employees with major personality flaws - not sure if it's a racial issue but you'll notice many others in reviews noting their profiling of racial groups - this is no longer a pleasant place to shop for me and I don't think I'll be back unless certain individuals are no longer at the store.

This will be my shortest review to date, but this Ralphs location has become my favorite Ralphs in…read morethe Valley for many reasons, especially today. I called the Seafood Department to place an order for some fried fish. I had called last Friday around 7:30 p.m. to order fish, but it was too late. Anyway, Adrian (sorry if I misspelled your name, sir) answered the phone and was very polite and courteous while taking my order. Now, this is a "you buy, we fry" service inside a grocery store, so I wasn't quite sure if I could call in an order. But after my last visit, where I placed an order and walked around the store while the fish was frying, I honestly didn't see why they wouldn't allow it. I originally wanted catfish fillets, but they were out. Adrian offered catfish nuggets as a substitute, but I passed. I then asked for red snapper or rockfish, but they had neither. I moved on to cod, but at $19.99 a pound, I said, "Not today." Finally, he told me they had tilapia for $10.99 a pound, so I ordered two pounds. He asked what seasoning I wanted, and I told him I wanted to try all three -- Cajun, lemon pepper, and one other that I can't remember. He told me it would be ready in 12 minutes, and when I arrived 12 minutes later, it was ready! It was fresh, hot, and delicious. I could hardly wait to get back home and eat it all lol. I will definitely be back next weekend. Thanks again, Adrian. :-)

Although I live in Orange County California, I am a regular here at this Ralphs because my…read moregirlfriend have friends and family here we regularly visit. She is Jewish and Sherman Oaks has a big Jewish community here. The neighborhood is not the best because it borders Van Nuys. But to the subject, I like shopping here. Parking is annoying here, and they need to hire more employees. People do steal from here. I have seen security chase them. Some of the employees may seem rude, but I have not come across any yet. But I still like shopping here when in the area.

I really love this Trader Joe's Sherman Oaks location -- it feels brand new, bright, and very well…read moreorganized. Shopping here is always a enjoyable experience. Parking is super easy and convenient. You just drive up the ramp, go through the gate (it opens automatically), and there's no ticket needed. You even get one hour free, which is a huge plus. There's plenty of parking both underground and at street level in the Citrus Commons complex. I'm a big fan of Trader Joe's in general and shop here every week. What makes this store special is the selection -- you can find so many unique products that you won't see in other grocery chains, including a lot of European-style foods. Some of our favorites are eggplant spread, sauerkraut, frozen sweet cheese pancakes (blinchiki), pork dumplings, and many other great items. Prices are reasonable (around average), especially considering the quality and uniqueness of the products. The staff here is incredibly friendly -- honestly, one of the nicest teams I've seen in any grocery store. The atmosphere is always welcoming, clean, and easy to navigate. Another great bonus: there are actually two Trader Joe's stores right across the street from each other on Riverside Drive. This newer location is bigger, brighter, and has even more variety. And if one store is out of something, you can simply check the other -- so convenient! Highly recommend this location -- we're lucky to have it here in Sherman Oaks!

So! I stopped by yesterday to get a Mother's Day card and flowers. I love buying flowers from TJ;…read morethey seem to last me a while with care. I also did my grocery shopping to get it out the way. It is on the smaller side, now that I spent a little more time in there browsing, but able to get what I was looking for. The aisles are spacious which makes the store appear bigger but it ain't. I did my rounds pretty quickly and it wasn't crowded. Pretty stocked up otherwise. The only downside: the female cashier who checked me out yesterday did not bag items for me (other places they do it automatically) that was odd. She stood there as I bagged them. Haha ironically the cashier behind her had a buddy who was assisting in the bagging process with the cashier(short staffed? Or selective?)

13 yrs later and still a complete vibe! They have moved with the world and continue to…read moredifferentiate themselves from TJs which they've in some ways competed with for over a decade! Service: no frills no thrills but you bet they will take GOOD care of you. Quiet leaders that simply get ish done and they're like a machine! Don't worry if what you want is out they can likely make it or find it quickly. Ambience: one table to sit and enjoy your purchase if you got a yummy cold pressed juice, smoothie, or a cold or hot snack or meal. Small boutique grocery store meets food mart. Food selection: they have delish sushi made to go on the spot and fresh pre made options! They have pre seasoned meats for those quick cook at home meals. Delish ready to go cold pressed juices and smoothies (highly recommend the Golden Milk with tumeric ginger vanilla coconut milk or water etc. Also recommend the chicken fried rice when freshly cooked at lunchtime! Also their fruits veggies and Asian cooking and food selections are fantastic. Parking: pretty easy in a decent sized plaza type lot. I imagine weekends can be tricky with TJs traffic. Forgot about this spot as I moved long ago, but will be sure to stop in when I'm in the area! Great vibes and mad respect to a business that has survived the test of time, competition and a major pandemic!

I finally stopped by this little gem and I'm honestly surprised I never knew about it…read more Great variety, fresh sushi, and the ambiance is just right. It has that calm, old school mom and pop market vibe that makes you want to stick around and browse. The women working there were very nice and super helpful. The sushi was wonderful. They also had a bulgogi cheesesteak and that was bomb. Truthfully, it might seem a little pricey at first, but considering the area you're in, it makes sense and honestly it's worth it. One tip though. Make sure you read the labels before grabbing your sushi. I accidentally picked up a few pieces made with brown rice, and personally I thought the ones made with white rice were much better. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

Lisa B. is always the best. Always has a positive attitude, goes above and beyond helping customers…read moreand is always a pleasure to talk to. Today she was helping in 3 different areas at almost the same time. Way to multitask!

We bought a loaf of bread at the bakery. At home, Mom discovered it has a huge whole through the…read moremiddle of the loaf. She called the store, they told her to bring it to customer service. Mom waits in line at customer service, but they are too busy to actually help her. Finally, they took a moment and addressed her. She showed them the loaf, they told her to go exchange it. They didn't refund the cost of the bread or offer a store credit or anything for the inconvenience of driving all the way back to the store. At the bakery, Mom chose a replacement loaf and asked a bakery employee to open it and check to make sure it didn't have a hole. They looked at one slice. She asked them to check the entire loaf since the bad loaf also had a few good slices and they gave her attitude. This is Pavilions' problem. You sold a bad loaf of bread. It was not deliberate. But it is your problem to resolve. So make some attempt at customer service to encourage us to come back to your store. Driving all the way back to the store and waiting in line at customer service and simply getting what we paid for the first time is not resolution. Make an effort. Do better.

I feel sad this TJ store will relocate close to end of year by hazeltine and Ventura blvd next to…read moreTaco Bell. That place would have even less parking and parking not free if you park elsewhere. I think this original TJ store in Sherman Oaks is the best TJ store for seniors, since parking space even in this small parking lot is always available. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Plus the Farm Boy is in same parking spot

Riddle me this...who can walk into Trader Joe's and leave with only 1 item?!…read more I have been coming to this location for decades without ever reviewing it on yelp...How did that happen?! Whenever I shop here I really only need a few things...but then I remember, "hey, I need that, that, and that too!" My wallet shivers now when I park my car...lol The shelves are usually well stocked and the employees always have a smile on their faces ready to assist in any way they can to make your shopping experience here pleasant...(and to get you to spend more $$$$, joking) The parking lot can get tricky during peak hours but be patient...someone will eventually leave so you can park! I love the huge variety or wines, cheese, breads and frozen food! It's a "foodie's dream!" ~and that's all I had to say about that...

love this Whole Foods location. It's a little smaller than some of the other ones, but it still has…read morepretty much everything you need, which makes it really convenient. You're not gonna find a nice bouquet of flowers here tho! One of my favorite things here is the juice bar. I always get a green juice (apple kale spinach celery lemon) and it's consistently really good and super fresh. The store is easy to navigate, well stocked, and the service is always friendly. Overall it's a great, reliable Whole Foods and I'm always happy to stop by. Seating on the outside if you want to eat a meal.

This Whole Foods is a solid stop. it's super well-stocked, and the aisles are really clean and…read morespacious, which makes browsing a breeze. Plus, they have a nice little seating area where you can grab a bite, which is always a bonus. The atmosphere is calm, and everything just feels organized. That said, the food was only okay. kind of a mixed bag. Some of it looked a bit older, like it had been sitting out a little too long, so it wasn't as fresh as I hoped. Still, it's your typical Whole Foods experience, good variety, decent quality, just maybe don't expect anything earth-shattering. just keep an eye out on the cooked food freshness.

Smaller location but it made for a quick and easy shop which was much needed since I was pretty…read morehangry. So it was hummus and pita for the win.

It's always such a relief to walk into a grocery store and find everything that you need! I come to…read moreWhole Foods for specialty health food items. I couldn't find in my regular grocery store. I love their salad bar, hot bar, and selection of pre-prepared foods. The sandwiches here are also supreme. If you get it made at the counter! Great beauty, selection and produce is always on point if you are a prime member, they even have special deals on some grocery items, the store may seem small, but they've got it all! It's definitely not the cheapest place to shop, but the quality is always on point. Parking lot is also small, but I never have a hard time finding a spot. There is street parking nearby really convenient to the freeway. If you need to stop in for something quick, they also have electric car chargers and a little outdoor patio if you grab something to eat right then in there.