Big Square is my favorite market for bread and flowers! If…read moreyou love traditional Puri bread, this is the place! Made with quality flour and baked fresh hourly, they are usually served hot from the oven, and I can't resist eating 1/4 of it before I get home. The fresh cut flowers and plants welcome you into this Armenian market, with tall, vibrant roses unlike those found at most florists. Big Square also offers a solid selection of produce, meats, pastres, alcohol, and other goods. Specialty items like Armenian coffee, unique condiments, and hard to find deli products are always available. For meat products, they have frozen quail, which is usually difficult to find... however, I have never been a fan of their other meat items. The one time I purchased shank and liver, it wasn't as fresh and of quality I anticipated. Parking can at times be difficult and drivers are a bit aggressive. I suggest shopping here during slow hours vs. peak times.

Got some Zhingalov Hats as a treat today only to be disappointed. It was undercooked, overstuffed…read moreand over seasoned. Greens were in massive chunks including stems size of a quarter. Greens were not fully dried either prior to cooking so that resulted in just water pouring out with spicy seasoning. What was supposed to be a treat went in to trash in 2 seconds. At $6 / each it should at least have properly chopped greens. The line at the bakery area is ALWAYS an absolute chaos if you don't speak Armenian you are not a priority.

Average grocery chain Very corporate…read more Be aware of Aisle 17 Must pay at aisle before U leave with product Otherwise routine services Darn the In store check out self wont accept Ralph coupons Little new product changeover IE new McConnels Ice cream flavors added etc More can be done here OK Deli

My one-star review is mainly directed at management, specifically a manager named Ana. My family…read moreand I have shopped at this store for years and have spent thousands of dollars here, as I'm sure many other local residents have. This is also the busiest store in the area, so professionalism really matters. Unfortunately, I've witnessed repeated behavior from this manager that is completely unacceptable. I've seen her yell at middle school-aged kids at the front of the store, right outside the Ralphs entrance, with no self-control and no professionalism. I've also seen her belittle employees--speaking to them as if they were toddlers rather than adults--and I once saw an employee sitting outside almost in tears due to how they were treated or accused. On another occasion, she was yelling at a mentally ill individual outside the entrance, which again was highly unprofessional. Employees also seem genuinely afraid to speak up or push back against her behavior. From what I've observed, she appears to abuse her position of authority and manipulate situations in her favor, creating a work environment where staff feel intimidated rather than supported. She regularly accuses people of shoplifting without clear proof, often based solely on her own assumptions. Her attitude is extremely condescending, and she seems to pick and choose which customers she feels deserve customer service. That is not how a manager should behave. What's most frustrating is that when concerns are brought to other managers, they appear dismissive and brush them off, as if management simply protects one another regardless of behavior. This creates the impression that there are no consequences. Some of the Employees at this Store are Great and consistently provide excellent customer service and professionalism. That is the standard all managers should be held to. Sadly, this particular manager is a liability to Ralphs, and it's disappointing that the company doesn't seem to recognize it.

I have personally been a customer of this store for years, almost every day, and I have never…read moreencountered or noticed any disrespect towards customers. On the contrary, the service has always been high, even better than in many other stores. As for the manager Lilit, I can only speak positively about her. From my personal experience of communicating with her, I can say that she has a high level of professionalism, and it is unacceptable to offend someone on a personal level. I have personally seen her benevolent approach to each customer. Although problems can arise in any store, this is not a sufficient reason to offend or treat a person disrespectfully. As for the general level of the store, I can confidently say that it maintains very high standards.

I've been coming to Golden Market for over 25 years, and I truly miss the days of the previous…read moreowners, Soorik and Ofelia. The level of care and customer service back then was completely different. Recently, I had a very disappointing experience with the current manager, Lilit. I returned chicken that was clearly uncooked--not for a refund, but simply to make them aware so it wouldn't happen again. Instead of handling it professionally, she became defensive, raised her voice, and insisted the chicken was cooked, essentially accusing me of lying. As a long-time loyal customer, that was very upsetting. I was respectful, but the way I was treated was rude and dismissive. This is not the kind of service Golden Market used to be known for. Because of this experience, I highly discourage anyone from going there. I will not be returning, and I will not recommend it to my family or friends. I truly hope management takes this seriously and brings back the level of respect and customer care that Soorik and Ofelia once provided. Btw I Think she needs to know that she is just a manager at local grocery store and she is super uneducated and low class.

I was in the area for business…read more I went in for a turkey sandwich. Bread was perfect, not too thick. Pickles inside the sandwich, delicious! It wasn't busy, parking is limited as mentioned by others, but was plentiful on a Saturday afternoon. We bought other vegetable items. They too were delicious. Because my visit was short and I did not buy a lot, I went with 4 stats. That's the only reason.

Blink and you'll miss it but if you stop, you'll probably come back…read more This place feels like a true neighborhood staple: part deli, part international market, part "what did I just discover?" The kind of spot where everything looks a little unpolished, but that's exactly why it works. The marinated meats are the standout trays packed with seasoned cuts that look ready to go straight onto a grill. Same with the prepared fish, which looked fresh and heavily herbed. It's very much a "trust the process" situation here. Inside, you've got shelves of imported cheeses, spreads, and pantry items, plus a surprisingly solid produce section. Not huge, but fresh and well-priced. Service is efficient more functional than friendly but they'll point you in the right direction if you ask.

This was my first visit here. The guy at the counter recommended the brisket pastrami Rayz way…read more The sandwich lived up to the hype. The meat was so tender that it was immediately absorbed into my bloodstream! The bread was just barely toasted; perfect IMO. The other ingredients were complimentary players. The place itself is almost barn-like and there is an endless supply of potato chips and not much else. There are a couple of tables outside, but it wouldn't be adequate for a large group of people.

I saw an Instagram post about a thick-cut wagyu pastrami hoagie. Well, the thick-cut pastrami isn't…read morea thing anymore. The pastrami is cut thin -- thin, but it's still good. What we ordered: 1) a create-your-own pastrami sandwich with mustard, pickles, and Swiss cheese, 2) their new pastrami cheesesteak. 3) a banana pudding (which I haven't tried yet) The standard pastrami hoagie good, but those kinds of pastrami sandwiches are pretty ubiquitous in SoCal-- pastrami, thinly sliced; maybe there's pickles, maybe there's mustard, maybe there's jus for a dip (their's is dry), on a French roll. I can get that kind of pastrami sandwich closer to me. On the other hand, a pastrami cheesesteak is NOT something you'd see around these parts. According to the menu, their cheesesteak has their signature pastrami, Cooper sharp cheddar, and onions on a hoagie roll. We preferred the pastrami cheesesteak over the standard, simply because of the novelty but also for the taste. The cheddar gave the cheesesteak a richness that a regular pastrami sandwich wouldn't have. Also, the melted cheddar had a binding effect on the pastrami; the meat stayed in the sandwich. You didn't end up with a third to half the pastrami ending up escaping the confines of the roll halves. The pastrami cheesesteak also included a 2oz serving cup of chipotle aioli which we really didn't need. The flavor on its own was enough for us. If I had a minor gripe on this cheesesteak, maybe a hit of acid would've been nice, but cheesesteaks usually lean toward rich and gooey so this sandwich's flavors and textures are par for the course. About the place itself: 1) the sandwich shop is on the corner of a major intersection, Lexington and Pacific 2) other than a driveway with a single space, it is ALL street parking. 3) there is NO parking on Pacific 4) the only dine-in option is a small porch with a couple of tables 5) be stage are all canned or bottled; there is no fountain The sandwiches are made to order. My order was given a wait time of 15 minutes but I'm pretty sure it was faster than that. I don't think I would drive all the way from the Rosemead area, but it's clearly a local's favorite. If we were in the area, we'd totally order the pastrami cheesesteak again, maybe with pepperonis. Their pastrami is no Langer's, but it's definitely a cut (no pun intended) over the standard Jim's 1/4 Lb or Rick's type joints. You can taste the care in its preparation. Overall, a really good sandwich place.

All their cooked food is good specially sisig, one of the best kind of cooking anywhere. Except for…read moretheir kare kare: they added a lot of beef, not ox tail (altho there probably was a little of it) . The place was explicitly clean, personnel very friendly & helpful. Specially the cashiers .

It seems this place is still in business out of convenience for Fil-Am folks in the area. Horrible…read morefood and they dare call it filipino food and it doesn't taste like filipino food. May be it was great at one point but don't waste your money here. go to an establishment on 40 ave/eagle rock instead and you will be treated to high quality filipino food of all types.

I have always been a huge fan of Trader Joes like most people are. Their beautifully packaged items…read moreget me every time. I love anything and everything that they have. This particular Trader Joes is in the heart of Glendale. It is shared with Coffee Bean, and Walgreens. I only go to this particular TJ whenever I have a dentist appointment. Well, on 5/28/26 at 4pm I walked in to this TJ to buy few items to take with me on my mini trip. They were: one gallon of water, 4 bananas, ready made/cut watermelon, 2 Sparkling waters (Tangerine flavor), and large bottles of Pellegrino. I didn't notice that the date on the cut watermelon was expired. When I got to my hotel and wanted something sweet and cold, I opened the container and it was all smelly, not crisp, and watery. Parking was very crowded and had to circulate like 4 times until I found a space. Laura checked me out and she was quick and fast. Even exchanged 2 sentences with me. Store was nice and clean, and everybody was very helpful. Love Trader Joes very much. Please check your refrigerated items along with the expiration dates. After taking like 6 bites of the cut watermelon, as much as I HATE to waste food, I had to throw the rest away. That's not going to stop me from shopping at any one of their locations..

As I returned to my car after shopping from the Trader Joe's in my area, two managers approached…read moreme. As I loaded my groceries in my car I asked what was up. They seriously looked at me and said one of their employees complained about me. He told them I touched him and he didn't like that. The shock ran through my body. What? I may have tapped him and smiled saying Merry Christmas to him. I am a 72 year old woman who is very friendly to people and was shocked at this. Why didn't they just tell him to stand up for himself rather than chastising me for being friendly? I am from Canada living in LA and I see people are less friendly in CA, especially in Glendale. I am a retired social worker of 26 years and would never be inappropriate but suppose I understand. I'll just say I spent a few days feeling shamed like a child and was unable to return for a month until I came to acceptance that this was handled very badly. At least I feel it was. As a result I have to monitor my every move and squelch any natural inclination to just be real. Wow. Still feeling the sting. To the managers who approached me, shame on you.

Such a cozy store with great products. I love that I can find organic items here, so when I'm in a…read morerush and need just a few things, I don't have to drive all the way to Whole Foods--I can find the same organic products right here. What makes this place even more special is the genuine customer service from the staff. Everyone is so kind, and Anahit's smile is always so welcoming. The owner is very humble and truly cares about both his customers and his team. He makes sure his staff are happy, and when people are happy at their jobs, it naturally creates a wonderful experience for customers as well. Thank you for the great service, and cheers to many more happy shoppers!

So many Armenian markets in Glendale. I have been to many but it was my first time here at Voskevaz…read morecause my friend told me it's her most favorite in Glendale. So I stopped by while in the area to do some shopping. Let's start by saying how amazing customer service was. Every person I interacted with was friendly and helpful. I'm amazed. The store is organized and well stocked. Lots of imported products from Armenia. I purchased chocolates, halva, jams, fruits and more. Their produce department was organized and everything looked fresh. The selection on freshly baked bread and lavash was amazing as well. The deli was full of cold cuts and more. Overall a wonderful market to shop at. Great quality and customer service. I will be back. Also they had the most funny greeting cards for birthday and wedding. lol

Clean store, great staff NO self check out yet…read moreLimited deli sandwhiches for Grab & Go No grab & go pasteries from Bakery NO sales discount area Great food choices Limited Produce area Next door to Los Gringoes Mexican Love to see Grab & Go deli sandwhiches Grab & Go bakery: cookies, doughnuts etc. Bigger wine selection & lower prices Grab & Go to heat items look awesome applies to all Gelsons stores sited nationwide Otherwise std grocery fare

Interesting fact, the first Gelson's opened in July 1951 by Bernard and Eugene Gelson. Funny thing,…read morethis was my first time visiting Gelson's. I'd say it's more of a bougie grocery store. The first thing I noticed when I walked in was the delicious smell of baked goods the permeated the air. The second thing I noticed was how pristine everything seemed to be. The displays were all lovely. For the most part, you'll find the same items that you see at chain supermarkets, except the prices here are a bit higher but not as outrageous as Erewhon. I ended up paying $3 for a grapefruit. Ouch! Renaud's Bakery is on site, and you can get freshly baked Wolfgang Puck Pizzas. There is also a deli counter, butcher, & fresh seafood too. The lady at the register was genuinely nice. *Private parking lot.

Jesus and Edgar were very helpful and made the shopping experience great! Everyone was very kind…read moreand offered assistance immediately. The quality of the food was amazing along with the overall ambiance and cleanliness of the store! Highly recommend shopping here!

Food was excellent. Came to this location to get a sandwich for lunch and Michelle made a marvelous…read moresandwich. If you're ever in this area and in need of a sandwich from sprouts asked Michelle to make it. She is the best. 5 stars, I highly recommend this location T-Mobile Chris. Store was clean to perfection .