Best corner store in the city! Great variety of anything you need and high quality choices. I needed plumber's tape and took a chance...of course they had it. I also agree with other reviews that say it is very clean. The brothers that run the store are also the nicest! read more

It is my corner store and they are always looking out for me! Clean, well stocked and great ice cream selection. If they don't have it they will get it for you. They are the best. read more

Always a wonderful experience at this clean, convenient corner store. The employees are super welcoming and they have a variety of snacks for those late night munchies. Would definitely recommend! read more

I found this corner store driving by. It's a little store but it was all you necessities. I came here because I was really hungry so I bought chips and ice cream. read more

Oak Gourmet had lots of wines, some microbrews, some gourmet sodas, some convience good, some snacks, chip, hard liquoor. in all, it's a well rounded neighborhood convenience store. not that cheap but reasonable. drink: Gus extra dry ginger ale (1.99) -tasted sugar more than ginger, slight aftertaste. drips: -nice neighborhood store\ -parking so so -friendly checkout 3.5 stars. read more

The guys that run this store are so nice and always willing to order something for you if they don't have it in stock. Their stock of quality products (cheese, chocolate, and wine-really what else do you need in life?) is much better than neighboring stores. I hope they stay around for a long time! read more

When you go in the store they lock you in is that lawful an unlawful I don't think so my son went in there they lock the door I called they said every time someone comes in we lock the door because at Walgreens they steal read more

Hi. Wait! Please don't hang up. I promise I'll only be a minute... and you never have to hear from me again. Okay. Here goes. You need to know... I've made a terrible mistake. Yes, I know "you know." But let me explain. When we met, I was new to town. I was young and foolish. I expected everyone to be everything to me. When you couldn't give me what I wanted, I left you and found joy elsewhere. What I've come to realize is that you can't have those expectations. When I look back on it, it's true... you didn't have everything I wanted. But you did have everything I needed. I've grown up since the last time I saw you. My expectations are realistic now. I realize that everything I've ever wanted is inside you. It just may not be packaged how I'm used to. But that's true love, right? Seeing past those things? I hope you can forgive me. I'd love to see you again. Even if it's just for a few minutes. read more

This is the liquor store I go to in the morning...that doesn't sound right. This is my morning liquor store...still not right. This is the liquor store I stop at on my way to work...almost sounds right but still not what I mean. This is the liquor store I go to when I have a hangover...wait, not there yet. This is the very convenient store that I frequent to purchase Red Bull and Vitamin Water when I am hungover and the road to work is blurry...that's it, sounds good to me. I go here because when I'm hungover and look like shit, Vic still calls me a beautiful lady and says I smell nice. It might be petty but it's true. read more

I'm not a huge fan, I have to say. The range of food is both slightly limited and odd, as well as feeling slightly elderly. There is, however, a huge range of alcohol - I think I counted around 17 types of tequila alone! (That may be a slight exaggeration, but there was a lot of choice!) The service was ok - neither rude nor particularly welcoming. I think my father got short changed by a dollar, but that also could have been a genuine mix up as my father was chatting away to another customer. read more

I came here to buy a couple swishers (tobacco). I didn't have my ID 'cause I lost my wallet yesterday, yea I'm already having a shitty week. The guy denied me. Ya ya yeaaa I know, technically the law dictates you have to have ID..but i lost my dang wallet yesterday, we live in a city, and most the time in situations like these store owners are empathetic and use common sense. Even when I go to the DMV I won't get a new ID for weeks. This was the first time in ages I've even been asked my ID for tobacco. He said "I look young", ya..cuz I am dumbass, but can't you tell the difference between 16 and 24? You should, or else you might get in trouble with the law for something more serious ;} Look I'm persian so I hit puberty at 10 and have had strong "mustache ability" since then..not exactly a late bloomer. It's pretty freakin obvious I'm not 17, and over 2 measly swishers? Get real habibi. BTW it's just a liquor store, nothing "gourmet" about it. read more

After Vic sold the place, we were disheartened. It was the most ghetto-dump I'd ever seen for a while. Then it closed. When we noticed that there was construction being done, we were afraid to hope. But- what an improvement! The place looks fantastic- definitely a much-needed upgrade. They are carrying higher quality products, such as wines, liquor and meats. And the service- just mention to Sam that you want him to carry something and he will do his best to get it for you. He always has at least a couple of good specials going on (Three Olives Vodka or Bulliet Bourbon for $20- bargain). I am glad Oakhill Market is back to being the great place this neighborhood deserves. read more

I spent over three years living across the street from this store and it got me out of more than a few jams. They carry almost anything you could want in a corner store and if they don't have it they will get it for you. The beer and wine selection is better than most, the place is always incredibly clean and the brothers that own the place are great people. Oak Gourmet is one of the things I miss most about living in Hayes Valley. read more

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Dear Yelp, Come back to us Vic. I give Oak Hill Market a fantastic score of 2 out of 5 stars. Love, James read more

Great market. The owners provide good customer service and stock the store with the kind of stuff their neighbors want. Love it. I would give six stars if possible. Works for me. The selection gets better and better. read more

Immaculate. Clean. Friendly. Quality. The best convenience store in San Francisco. Seriously. I can say this without a hint of hesitation, it's the cleanest convenience store in the city. The brothers that own it are incredibly nice and always greet you with a smile. They take incredible pride in their store and it shows. They have a great beer and wine selection and all the basic amenities you need. Sure, it's a little more expensive than a chain store but you are supporting a fantastic local business and it's worth it with the extra service they give you. I've lived in all areas of the city and I would be incredibly sad if I moved away from Oak Gourmet. You won't find a better corner store anywhere. I go here as often as I can and always try to buy my lotto tickets here in hopes that they win too! Shop here and support the type of business owners that make San Francisco great. read more

Vic is my provider of supplies, my history book and my therapist all found under one capitalistic roof. Many a morning I've made the walk of shame into Oak Hill Market (20 yards from my gate). Normally in such a situation, I might feel a bit embarrassed and hide behind my shades, but Vic passes no judgment and we always end up chatting for 5 minutes or longer. Vic has witnessed and consoled numerous dramatic happenings in our neighborhood (which is not as ghetto as the person below implied). He's been there for me too. And I'm very appreciative of him. It makes me sad because he's sold the market and we won't be seeing him much anymore. He will be missed by many. I hope you at least come to visit Vic. The new owner is about to lace up some impossibly difficult shoes to fill. P.S. Yelper below -- I've also met his sister...she commended me for smoking Chesterfields. Said I was old school. I was also there when Vic ripped a kitchen knife out of a potential suicide victim. So YOU top THAT! read more

Alright, I really don't Yelp. but when I do, it's to rave, not to rant. I've been living on the block with Oak Gourmet for about four months now and I cant say enough about how awesome the operators (brother's Sam and Ray) of this store are. They are the definition of friendly, they are always prompt, the below commented assertion that they will order things for you special is totally true, the store is clean, well stocked, and is all around the best run corner market I've seen in San Francisco. Truth is, I really don't shop there all that often, but these guys are always outgoing and willing just to say hi when I walk by. May these gents have a long and glorious proprietorship. read more

As far as corner street stores go, this is one of the tops. Always clean, and a great supply of staples for your kitchen, bathroom, pet as well as a decent selection of veggie friendly frozen goods. What really makes this place the best is the owner, Vic. He is always there with a smile and a great story about something that happened in the neighborhood. I also never actually see Vic come into or leave the store...does he live inside in a small room? Are there stairs in the back leading up to the apartment on the second floor? Is there a secret trap door? Does he transform into a different creature every evening, slipping out unnoticed? Whatever the scenario may be, it does not change that he is a true gentleman, he let me use his phone when I locked myself out the apartment. What a guy! read more

I'm sorry, but this place is a hot mess. Dirty, spoiled food, the works. Beware! EDIT-- I think this place is under new management now- it seems like it's cleaned up a bit. read more

I live a half a block away. All I have to say is that I wish they opened earlier. I have to go the crappy corner store on Hayes and Buchanan if it is before 10 am. Oak gourmet has rice milk, and Stoli for $19. Super friendly service. read more

I love the brothers that run this place!!! They know every patron by name, and will order most anything for you. They carry gourmet and run of the mill items as well. it's clean and friendly and they have a lot of interesting items and a fantastic selection of wine at good prices... Chocolate from all over the planet.. Not just the run of the mill snickers and m&m a good amount of GF options. I am not GF but their GF cookies are gourmet and to die for!!!! Fresh cheeses, salsas, and frozen section with Amy's veggie items if u just don't wanna cook. I've seen this place change hands 3 times in 5 years.... I hope they stay!!!!! read more

This is where I go when I need a pack of jimmy hats REAL QUICK. Just kidding. I'm celibate. Just kidding again, I'm actually a nympho. Okay seriously, I'm joking, I'm really celibate... or am I? This is what a convenience store is all about. Vic is a real life Mr. Rogers, only not as creepy. Problem is that Vic has regular sleeping hours, as someone mentioned earlier. And consequently, he shuts down the shop a bit earlier than most other convenience/corner markets. Just the other night, I had to walk an extra 2 blocks to the next corner market to get some Trojans because this place was closed! Making me walk an extra 2 blocks just so I can knock Da' Boots!? I hate to do this to ya Vic, but minus 1 star for that ish! Just kidding, as I said earlier, I'm celibate..... Wait, no I'm not..... Or am I.....? read more

Just stopped in to get some eggs. Overall, seems like a fine little market to pick up a missing ingredient or two, as long as it's not too crazy exotic. Decent selection of wine/beer, but nothing out of the ordinary for corner stores. Friendly service. Fair prices. ($5/dozen for cage-free, $3/dozen for regular eggs) read more

I agree with the other two reviewers. Oak Hill Market is really good. Convenient in the way a convenience store should be. My only complaint: it's often closed when I get home from work. Why, Vic, why?! Do you need sleep like a normal human being? Alas. Having said that, once I was in the store trying to decide what to buy so I could break a $20 and have change for laundry. Vic saw right through my charade. But, he actually asked me about the laundry and if I needed different change to make getting the quarters easier. That is class, folks. Support your local stores! read more

10am opening time? Not convenient at all for a convenience store. Also, long after 10am on a Thursday & door is locked tight & store is dark. This place is really letting their neighbors down. read more

This place really sucks now since Vic sold it. They don't keep the hours posted on the door, either open late or close late and some days just never open. There is no inventory. It's pathetic. UPDATE- Since I wrote that review above the store changed hands again and now it's great! read more

I'm sure all of the wonderful reviews from this place are for the old owner VIC. He was a real stand up guy. Very pleasant and honest. A real community man. I'm assuming not to long ago the store was sold to a new owner. This big, fat, ugly, mean,bald head grump. I promise this guy it's the worst. I've been living in this neighborhood for over 20 years and never had problems with any business within 4 blocks of here. Ever single time I come here there's a problem. Whether is poor customer service, Lack of inventory, or just bad vibes. I try to avoid coming here but it's so convenient to where I live. It really sucks. The store is very well kept the the Guys is a real dick! read more

All the gentleman that work here are incredibly sweet, polite every time I come in to pick up the essentials (you know, toilet paper, Top Ramen, etc.) "Hello! How are you?! Happy New Year!" So cute. In fact, when I came in looking for a particular flavor of Ben & Jerry's ice cream and they didn't have it, one of the guys asked me to write it down so he could look into ordering it next time. It doesn't get any better than personalized ice cream ordering! I'd come to Oakhill Market over the corner store down the block ANY DAY, where the guys give me the silent treatment whenever I walk in and walk out. No thanks. read more

Clean little store right around the corner from me. They have a pretty good selection for a smallish store..very friendly and convenient.

this place sucks now that it's changed ownership. the shelves are empty and they jacked up the price of PBR to over $13. WTF. i miss vic. :(:(:( read more

I *heart* Vic! He seems like he's one of the "people in our neighborhood, in our neighborhood, in our neighborhood," right out of Sesame Street, and it's so strange at first to meet someone with that first class charm in a commercial setting, but then you get used to it and all is well with the world. If I was having a bad day, I'd pop in to see Vic and buy a big brown bag full of stuff I didn't really need. Seriously, Vic is better than prozac! Update 11/12/09- I miss Vic. Someone was nice enough to film his last day and put a tribute for him on YouTube. read more

This is pretty much the epitome of what a corner store should be. Well-stocked, clean, reasonably priced... what more do you need?

Ray & Sam are awesome! They are so polite to my husband, daughter and I each and every time we walk in the door! BEST wine prices in the city (IMO). We ALWAYS give them our business! Thank you for always wearing a smile on your faces, it makes me feel better when I am in a crummy mood! My husband always asks "what took you so long?" We live right next door and I say "I got talking again to the guys..." lol VERY FRIENDLY! read more

This place re-opened recently under new management, and it is great! Good selection, super nice guy working there, and they even let me bring my dog in. In a neighborhood with many corner stores, this is my go-to. My only wish: longer hours. I think they're open 10am - 10pm. read more

***** ... that's my lame way of giving this place an extra 5 stars 'cause Vic is surely a 10!

The last owner left, leaving us with a great set of new ones. The store looks great and cleaner then ever. They have up to date groceries and plenty of organic things too. And if they don't have what you're looking for, you can just ask them about it, and they'll consider bringing it in for the next week. Great service, great up to date products, and a clean up to date look! read more