Every single employee is genuinely friendly and happy to help. Great spot for lunch- my weekly order is the grilled chicken tikka wrap with regular hummus (add the garlic sauce). One thing that sets Heights apart is the wine selection. Instead of the same labels you see everywhere else, they carry unique, small-production wines that are actually interesting to explore. The selection rivals many bottle shops, with reasonable prices. read more

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I had never been to a neighborhood market that asks for tips, until I came to The Heights Market. On my second time here, I decided to use cash, since the POS system asks for a tip. The cashier asked if I wanted my change. What the heck?!!! Who buys something from a store and doesn't want their change back. When I'm buying something from the local market/liquor store, they're already jacking their prices up. I'm not going to tip you for ringing up a soda and Yes!!, I want the change from my purchase. read more

The current owners took this place over sometime before 2020 and it really was a godsend for the neighborhood because they always had stock of the things grocery stores were out of. 6 years later, it's still a huge strength of theirs. I'm routinely surprised at the things they carry. If there's a "best in class" version of something, they probably have it. They have huge selection of beer, wine and liquor. The food is great and they carry tons of ready made lunches for a much more reasonable price than fast food. The staff has always been outstandingly friendly and the place is super clean. I know if I'm out of something I can just stop by this market and they'll probably what I'm looking for and there's almost always parking. In terms of neighborhood markets, I consider that elite. read more

Really awesome market! Great staff and a good selection of food. Awesome selection of Liquors/spirits! Always a good vibe any very good location in the neighborhood. Thank you for the great customer service! read more

8/21/2025 - Yum, I ordered the daily gyro sandwich. It was very good. Next time will get the sauce on the side. A little too much but fantastic and filling. Ordered, then walked behind to the cashier then they buzzed me. About 5 minutes total. Go here! See photos. About $7.50 total. read more

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We love Heights Market and Sahara and are so glad they are a part of our Normal Heights neighborhood ! They are a great local and family owned business, and love being able to grab lunch or dinner and groceries at the same time. I also found sriracha here, about a year ago when I couldn't find it at a traditional grocery store. Nothing but good things to stay about this great store =) read more

Always great service, so many great options and absolutely a neighborhood staple. I love Heights Market!

The beer selection gets worse and worse. Every time I happen to find something I like, next time I go back, they don't have it. You can get a 12 pack for $20 down the street at Vons for the same beer they sell a 6 pack for $17. Almost all the 16 oz are broken up and sold individually for $7-9 each. $30+ for a 4 pack is insane lol. Bine and Vine across the street is cheaper and has a better craft selection. read more

This review is for Sahara inside norma heights market I mean the liquor store is cool too and be having some stuff that you might not see at every other liquor store so good on them. Sahara is Mediterranean food I knew what I wanted from jump so I gotta the Sahara fries with 2 proteins chicken shawarma and gyro let me tell you this I got an incredible hulk portion that one meal became two and I'm a big boy so that's saying something. My wife got a bowl with beef shawarma and then we got 4 egg rolls or bureqs one was all beef fire the other was chicken and veg bad it was bomb too. Portion are amazing price point is right where It should be to be competitive all in all great experience. Plus being in a liquor store if your taking it to go you can grab a 6 pack of beer maybe some wine or any other cocktail. read more

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Fresh corn and flour tortillas made on site!!! The Pancho Villa closed down the street and they took their equipment! So glad to still be in the neighborhood! read more

I was shopping for whiskey, and the man working there was getting a bottle from a higher top shelf while I was pointing at it and talking to him. apparently the women cooking in the kitchen were upset God he was helping me and threw a pallet right next to me. I don't know why I bought the $80+ bottle. I should've just walked out. They were talking in their language. I'm sure they were angry that the man was talking to me, but i don't know why as I was just buying liquor. Never will go there again ever!!! ...that is assault. read more

This review is specifically for SAHARA Taste of Middle East--which is inside the market. It's an order at the counter Mediterranean deli: gyro, shawarma, pita, hummus, salads, and more. It's convenient, it's delicious, it's authentic, and it's dog friendly. read more

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I love this neighborhood market! They have everything you need. The new added shawarma spot is good too. I've been several times and it's been consistent. I don't like their garlic sauce though. It reminds me more of a ranch dressing than garlic. They always have great service. read more

This place is so underrated it's insane. I live a few blocks away & they have not only the best dolmas I've had in SD but the best fries, hot & cold salads (chipotle hummus pasta salad)? Yes pls. One time got a craving for egg salad & had one of the best egg salad sandwiches ever true Japanese style here. It's actually more eclectic than strict middle eastern shut Sahara has all the classics & the twists. Get the fries to order you won't be disappointed. Best foreign candy selection, rare beverage selection, all while being affordable, kind & well...at times intimidatingly handsome. It is truly a market in every sense. Cmon SD...I actually have to actively avoid going in because I will buy too much. Def worth a visit either for the market or Sahara! read more

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This is an awesome place. This took over from the old owner/liquor store. They pretty much have everything you need. Great for snacks, great beer selection, and the prepared food is solid. The place is clean, well stocked, and the customer service is always great. read more

They sell expired desserts. My husband grabbed a dessert out of the fridge, and when we got home discovered it had been expired almost a month. Watch what you buy read more

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Great neighborhood market! The owners and staff are always friendly. The store is always pristine. Huge selection of beers and liquor. Excellent fresh food from Sahara as well. Try their gyro! read more

This place has incredible sandwiches and a great selection of snacks and drinks. Can't recommend enough!!! read more

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I'm new to this Sand Diego neighborhood and love walking Adams Street so when I spotted this market and looked at the menu I was definitely excited. I love falafel so that's what caught my eye first. I had the falafel and my husband had a Greek gyro. Both were delicious and I can't wait to try the other items on the menu. Definitely recommending this market/restaurant to my family and friends. The quality and reasonable prices of the menu is great as well as the friendly service, and clean/organized ambiance. Love this unique, community food center! read more

Great selection of beers. 10+ fridges filled with a different beer in every single row

Pita chips are excellent. Need to try the rest. Hard time finding the menu so I thought I would add. read more

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Love this place and the people! Store is clean, and the ready-made meals are pretty good. There's quite a selection of liquor. It's got a few kitchen staples but you might not always find what you need. Staff is friendly and if you're a regular they recognize you and always greet people coming in. Nice community vibe to it. It's always quick and easy to pop in on my walks and grab something. read more

I go here nearly every day. The ready-to-eat food is great, I've literally never tried something I didn't like, whether it was a sandwich, salad, snack, or dessert. They have an amazing selection of beer and other drinks, as well as just about everything you could need around the house. Staff is also so friendly and helpful. If they carried fresh produce and meat, I would definitely go here every single day and never shop at a grocery store again. Huge bodega vibes!!! read more

The Chicken chop sandwich is delicious! I recommend it on a pita. Friendly and fast service.

Heights Market is great. Super friendly staff that make this feel like a neighborhood shop. Store is extremely clean and well-stocked. Love this place! read more

What a lovely small, neighborhood market. They have a lot of products--and the staff couldn't be nicer. Right now I'd rather shop at a neighborhood small market than a large supermarket. They've really fixed it up. Oh, and there is still liquor! But now they are called The Heights Market. Support local businesses! read more

I'm writing this reviews because it has happened twice when I have ordered alcohol from an app. So beware if you do order from them. They list they have alcohol in stock and the order is accepted. Once you go to pick it up. They cancel it while in the store and say they don't have it. One of the items was Stagg Jr. I spotted it on their shelves, so I asked about it. The cashier stated it was a different proof and the price was 4 times the MSRP for the bottle. It's super frustrating, and my $$ or review may not make a difference, but I give up shopping there. It's really unfortunate and I feel like it's just poor business practice. read more

Visiting area last weekend. First time. What a great place! Clean, friendly, so many drink options and amazing food!

Huge liquor and craft beer selection, really clean and organized store under new ownership, and they have parking available. Which is a big plus in this neighborhood. Will definitely come back. read more

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Huge selection of wines, beers, and even ciders. This is one of the only places near me that actually stocks Julian Cider. The store is also beautifully newly remodeled and even has a new sandwich counter for food. read more

Do you want honest, polite, friendly, easy-going grocery market owners, managers, and workers? I do. I don't just care about good prices and products, I want nice people around me. I want a clean good looking market, as if it were an extension of my kitchen. And their prices don't go up and down week to week so you never know what you're going to be charged. Lou is a good man. You can see his clean soul in his smiling eyes. Lou Lou Lou. Always a gentleman and professional, but still a regular dude. This is why I go out of my way several exits, just to come here, even when there are plenty of corner markets everywhere. This one is special, and an improvement over the almost historic but not as cute or tightly run store that was here before. Bravo! read more

This neighborhood gem is located right in the heart of normal heights. The staff was helpful and the store was really clean and spacious inside. I would recommend stopping in to support this small business. We need more like this one. read more

When I look into liquor stores I usually have one thing in mind; beer selection. If you like beer, this place will definitely not disappoint. They carry New Belgium, Stone, Karl Strauss (special stuff not the usual) and quite a few others. If you want cheap beer, they have that too, although with all the great micro brews available in San Diego, I don't recommend it. The staff was very friendly and easy to deal with. They were happy to help with snack acquisitions, or any other questions I had. I think my favorite part of this place, well aside from the beer, is the fact that Manny's Taco Cart is inside. Great beer, good food, good snacks, friendly people. What else could I need in a corner liquor store. Give it a shot if you want. read more

Love this store! It's well stocked and clean and has yummy items. The employees are SUPER nice. Soon there will be a restaurant with shawarma and gyros! Can't wait!! read more

If I could invent a time machine, I'd go back and never step foot in this disgusting store. To be short and sweet - it's dirty, smells like spoiled seafood, the owner is an asshole, and they treat paying customers like potential thieves. I've never been so uncomfortable in a store... the owner just stares at you the whole time and you can't even pick up your own cold wine/champagne bottles - they have to come over and get it for you (?) idk the reasoning but it feels very unnecessary. I like to be treated like the adult paying customer that I am instead of being micromanaged and suspiciously watched while shopping. I'm all for shopping local and supporting small businesses but there are PLENTY of other convenient places to get the exact same things, and possibly less potential food poisoning from their gross "seafood bar". read more

This place looks like an apocalypse happened. The store is extremely empty. I came in for candy and they had the smallest section. They have lots of beer and liquor though. read more

The staff is always friendly and they're always stocked with a nice variety of things! It's always very clean and organized in there too. I like to walk here and grab a snack or some canned coffee before work :) read more

Nice guy that works there... but such a weirdly empty store!! I craved candy so I walked here from my apartment and there was literally no candy. Not one candy bar!! And all the other shelves are picked through and half empty... looking like they just got looted or something. Weird. read more

Nick is the coolest dude alive. Polar bear toe nail cool. He has decent produce. Myriad of meat. Killer carne asada. Polla asada as well. I'm not sorry I misspelled that. Best beer selection on Adams. Place always comes thru in a pinch. Meatliqourmicroproduce. Love this place. Note. Be patient in line. Wait for it...wait for it... read more

I came here after getting a mailer about the specials they were running. I won't type everything here, but I walked out with 5 pounds of different types of meat, bread, eggs, fruit, potatoes and some snacks for the wife all for about $30. Fantastic deal. The dude running the register was extremely helpful, he even gave me chicken breast when he was supposed to give me ground beef since they had run out. I'll be watching the mail for their next round of specials because I flat out can't beat the deal I just got. If you are going to complain about the dust and general lack of cleanliness, you should probably go back outside and read the part of the sign that says "liquor." Seriously. Support Local Business. read more