As the premium offshoot of the Vons supermarket chain, Pavilions first was introduced in 1985 in Garden Grove, CA, specializing in organic and specialty foods. It followed its parent company, as Vons was acquired first by Safeway in 1997, and then by Albertson's in 2015. Today, there are fewer than 26 locations across SoCal. It uses a similar but separate smartphone app than Von's, though one can use the same login. The flyer and sales are similar. Since my wife, her mom, and I were in the area, we decided to stop in to do a little grocery shopping. I did find their wine and beer selection to be quite good (it has a beautiful open view wine room in the middle of the store, with OK prices. Ended up getting a six pack of Korea's most popular beer (Cass) for $5.55, a beer that isn't easy to find outside of H-Marts. Two other observations: -- Heard 'Carefree Highway' by Gordon Lightfoot playing over the intercom...I've never heard a song by Gordo at any grocery store before. Definitely indicates the type of clientele this store in Palos Verdes attracts. -- there is an official Pokemoncenter vending machine in the store, selling product at retail price. It is not listed on the tracking sites, so thinking it's relatively new. Of course, it displayed all items as being sold, once I was able to get close (after the young lurkers had left). read more

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Nicole with the glasses. SUPER RUDE to an older gentleman in front of me and then she was rude to me. She didn't say hello or anything.

Ordered a heart shaped cake from the Pavilions bakery. Asked to be a chocolate cake with chocolate filling with a blue buttercream frosting with an antique piping. Cake was ready when promised. The cake was absolutely delicious, especially the buttercream frosting. Not too sweet and very creamy. I highly recommend Pavilions Bakery in Palos Verdes. read more

Pavilions - Chocolate Cake with buttercream frosting for a Gemini birthday girl. - Grocery Near Me - Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

I would give 5 stars but have become uncomfortable lately. The first is the masked guys behind the meat and fish counter. I go to Bristol or Ralph's for my fish now. This is not the Covid mask. Maybe it's is cold in the cooler but I pass by and they are not living in the cooler. In these times, just not cool. I guess I should contact corporate as seems the manager would have addressed this. read more

First time going, it is an average grocery store. When I asked for help the register clerk was friendly and knowledgeable. The store was well stocked and clean. We decided on an easy dinner and bought their signature soups, they were good- would buy again. read more

Marilyn and the self checkout boys are THE BEST!!! It's always a pleasure visiting Pavilions!

I think this place is clean, well organize and the staff are always helpful. Definitely shopping here and I highly recommend it.

The good: Overall, this market is pretty good but hasn't been my go-to market despite it being closer to me than other markets. The layout here is different than most grocery stores. The fruit section is in the middle of the store and the bakery is in the middle toward the back (rather than on the sides like they usually are). They had some beautiful madeleine cookie cakes here that I've never seen made elsewhere. For mother's day, they also had a cupcake flower bouquet and many interesting and pretty Easter baked concoctions. Their bakery section is superb! They also sometimes have outdoor furniture. My family friend said Pavilions is a fancier Vons. This is the only Pavilions I've been to. The bad: Prices for a lot of other items are quite expensive here. I came for flowers once and things weren't super fresh. The selection was sparse. The interesting: They have a huge wine section with a counter that seems to have wine tastings. read more

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Wow! I can't express enough gratitude to the talented decorator of the cake we just received. Thank you! I shared a picture of my vision, and it far surpassed my expectations! Not only was it stunningly beautiful, but it was also incredibly delicious--especially the raspberry jelly filling. I'm so impressed that I can't wait to order my daughter's graduation cake here next month! read more

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I have shopped Vons on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach for decades. Yesterday an employee Drex provided exception service, taking my groceries to my vehicle with care and concern. Ten minutes later I. could not start my SUV. I saw Drex in the parking lot helping another, I asked for help, and BINGO my car was running. Drex is a keeper. read more

Excellent customer service provided by Alex! Loaded a bunch of digital coupons and didn't realize until I drove back home that they didn't work. I went back to the store to find out what went wrong and Alex was extremely helpful! It turns out there was an issue between my landline which I no longer have in my cell phone number. He returned everything and redid it and I was refunded over $18. The best part is he didn't make me feel dumb nor was he irritated to do this he was so nice and kind! I've always liked this store! Everyone is kind and helpful but Alex really went above and beyond! read more

Pavilions Is one of the two main supermarkets up here on the hill. Of the two supermarkets up here on the hill, Pavilions is undoubtedly the nicest. It is a very well design store, it's items are easy to find, and it is always very clean and well-managed. Unlike most supermarkets where are you find the vegetables and produce over to one side, the produce at the store is right in the center. And, they have a lot of it. I find this to be a very nice feature as for those of us who try to eat a healthy diet you immediately have a very clear view of what they are currently offering. As many supermarkets of the modern era have, Pavilions also has a Starbucks. This is nice if you wanna grab a quick latte before you go shopping or when you leave. There's a very large parking lot in front of the store where there's always ample parking. So, even on the days when the supermarket or it's surrounding other businesses are crowded, you can always find a parking spot. Overall, this is a great store to get the things that supermarkets have to offer. read more

This has always been a great grocery store, however tonight was less than stellar. First when did closing time change and why isn't it on the door??? Visited at 9:45p and heard an announcement 5 minutes in that they were closing in 10 minutes?? Since when?? After the "closing in 5 minutes" announcement I rushed to an available check out line. The one with the light on, had no checker...the one with the light off had someone. So I ask her, which one should I go to? She mutters that she's closed but will take me and that she shouldn't be taking anyone else. WHAT IS GOING ON?? I've always gone here in the evening and it's never let me down being open late...now you're closing in the 9pm hour? Sucks!! And the customer service was crap. read more

This review is regarding the purchase of a Tap transit card. We try to load money into the card and was helped by their staff. When we tried to use it with the bus, there was no balance. I had to call Pavilion to see what they can do. For cards like this or a gift card, if they is problem, they cannot do anything and asked me to call their corporate office. He even told me this happened a lot and sometimes the customer will be out of luck with getting the funds. I would be hesitant to deal with places like this. read more

I've been shopping here since I moved to Rancho Palos Verdes in 2019 and i've always had a pleasant experience until yesterday . I gave the new cashier a $20 for a $5 bag of popcorn and she swore up and down I handed her a $5 bill. She embarrassed me in front of all these customers and workers and treated me as if i was trying to get free money from the store . The manager told me to leave my number and they would call me if her register was over . I got a call to come get my money and a apology but i'm still mad and embarrassed . They customers she embarrassed me in front of don't know she made a mistake . She had me looking like a thief and a problem ... This is not about the money ... it's about the embarrassment . Please make sure your cashiers are checking the bills correctly so this don't happen to anyone else . I had a headache since yesterday . read more

Pavilions - here's the apology ... Thanks but Im Embarrassed . - Grocery Near Me - Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

It's an open layout, well lit, friendly staff. In fact, The green grocery team have been there forever (I've spoken to one of the guys there for 15+ years) ... and you get to know them and trust their recommendations. The only downside I can think of is their beer selection is weak. They need to stock Belgian beer. The prices are a bit higher than the Ralph's down the street, but lower than Bristol farms... ultimately I think this is worth it and is the preferred market on the hill. read more

Items can be pricy here, but sometimes you can get good deals by using their "just for U" coupons on the Pavilions app.

Ordered online only to be charged an extra 20 dollars because one of the items I ordered was not available and the deal was cancelled. There was no indication of the price change until I checked myself. Not really a negative reviews kinda guy, but getting sneakily charged more money for less food is just kinda... yeah. read more

I work next to this Pavilion's so I'm here often. I especially love the sushi bar inside. I purchase a variety of sushi rolls and bowls for lunch all the time! I also like that they have single seltzer cans for sale as you walk in on the right. The service is always great! I mostly use self-checkout. There's hardly ever a wait, the cashier will also ring me up quickly if there is. The store overall is clean, friendly and offers a ton of options. There's even a Starbucks inside! read more

I've been a customer of Pavilion's for many years. Unfortunately, I've noticed a decline in their customer service over the past year. Their florist used to be a go-to for me but they no longer offer to wrap flower arrangements for you. Then, today, I purchased a cake from their bakery and when I asked to have something written on it, I was told that's "not available at this time." I usually use their seafood department and the people who run the counter are very helpful but the fish quality has gone down. I've had to throw out fish I bought same day because it was super smelly and dried out. Now, that they've shortened their opening hours too, it's starting to feel like I need to try another place. I'm not looking for perfection but when I leave disappointed over several trips, that's not a good thing. read more

sold us oysters infested with parasites. unable to reach management and no viable response from the central pavilions team consumers beware ! read more

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I have shopped at this market for 24 years. The people that worked there used to be good. Then they got rid of them because they wanted to bring in lower cost workers with no benefits, and it has shown! There are still a few good people, but not many. Their new trick, because they are so lazy, is to fill your grocery bag in front of them, if there is not a bagger, and just leave it there for you to pick up. Problem is the bag is in a very bad position to be picked up by the customer on the other side. You have to fully extend your arm and pick it up with one hand. This happened to me 9 months ago with a very heavy bag and I felt something in my shoulder pull. I figured it would get better. Long story short, I finally went to the orthopedic surgeon last week, had and MRI, and I have a torn tendon in my shoulder. It will not get better and the surgery is complicated with a long recovery per the doctor. I cannot extend right arm, I am right handed, without pain. It hurts to drive or read a book. I understand that the grocery staff also worries about protecting their physical condition. All I expect is for them to do for me what they do for the baggers. Send the bag or groceries to the end of the counter so I can pick them up with two hands and arms, distributing the weight. I also have no problem bagging myself and have done so many times. You would never see a checker leave a bag in front of her for a bagger. I am debating litigation. Still deciding. read more

Overall, this is a solid market with a good organic produce section. It is the best option on the Palos Verdes "hill". They don't have all the specialty items I need, but the staff is generally friendly and helpful. Parking is plentiful. read more

I love coming here. I moved here a few years ago and come a couple times a week. Tonight I was that last minute shopper and I know how annoying that is. But Nina was so helpful with my questions for my recipe and was so friendly and greeted me. I love nice people it literally makes my day. Today Nina made my day read more

Went to Pavilions today the women's restroom needed attention; no seat covers, fecal matter on the wall & paper on the floor.Stacey was my cashier; no greeting no total. Had to let him that I requested $20.00. What happened to customer service? read more

Pavilions=Vons=Safeway I grew up shopping at Safeway, having a Vons right by my house now that i go to every so often and after my second time at Pavilions last weekend, I realize they are all the same thing. Nice bakery (THEY HAVE CRONUTS! 4 for $5) Clean, spacious store, nice produce. The fresh meat counter isn't my favorite, I usually stick to the bakery. Good service and plenty of parking out front! read more

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me and my friend needed to buy helium balloons desperately and were in a time crunch. we did not ask one, not two, BUT THREE employees for help and nobody helped us. we were being tossed around like a potato. THEN THE GUY WITH THE HAT SAID the floral worker is on a LUNCH BREAK at 4:30 pm. who is eating lunch this late!!! it is unacceptable and this customer service was awful. after thirty minutes of patiently waiting for balloons, we NEVER GOT THEM!!! our frustration was indescribable. not only did this RUIN my whole day, but also my friends big birthday bash. plus my friend was late to work. overall horrendous experience at the peninsula center pavilions and dissapointing service. DO BETTER. read more

Absolutely huge wine selection. But surprisingly no barolos, no barbarescos and only 3 meritage quality Bordeaux blends. Also, the wine guy pronounced meritage as "meritaj". That shows a complete lack of basic training and lack of depth of knowledge of wine. It is a combo of "merit" and "heritage" created by the CA Meritage Association. A facetious snub on the French. read more

Pavilions - One of multiple sections. Heavy on Duckhorns if all varietals. Pinot noir section weak. French mediocre. Good prices on premium CA magnums. - Grocery Near Me - Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

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I love this store!! It is always impeccably clean. There are specialty items that you will not find in other Vons markets. This Pavillions makes the best salads. Super fresh and yummy! The Thai salad with peanut dressing is my absolute favorite. They even put a lot a dressing in the package so I'm not left with dry salad! There are grab and go 16oz. home made yogurt parfaits with fresh berry's and the best tasting granola ever. Also a host of fresh sides like asparagus with sliced onions and mushrooms, menagerie of freshly sliced bell peppers and red onions. Also, packs of freshly sliced tomatoes, lettuce and onions for all of my grilled burger bbq's! Did I mention that I love this store? I really really do and respect and appreciate all the wonderful people who work here. They are very special! read more

Pavilions - Produce! - Grocery Near Me - Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

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This is my local grocery store, I love it here great selection of meat, seafood and awesome wine selection. The only reason it's a four star is you have to make sure that if you're getting anything on sale that you check your receipt, I have had issues that it doesn't get marked down. read more

I write this cautiously because I want to give this grocery store the benefit of the doubt. The store has recently been remodeled and I'm sure they are still trying to figure things out. With that said, I want to put focus on the "Hot Food Bar!" In one word, "Horrible!" Whenever I walk by the bar, the food doesn't ever look fresh. In fact, it always looks as if the food is put out initially and then neglected for the rest of the day. This morning, the scrambled eggs looked hard as a rock and the color was closer to orange than yellow. The sausage patties were almost burnt to a crisp and dry. The hash browns didn't look half bad, but overall it looked like one big buffet that was neglected for hours! And to touch base briefly on the lunch and dinner offerings. I have walked in there now numerous times wanting to opt for the hot food bar. But I just can't do it thinking that I might get sick from food poisoning. I end up at the meat counter selecting the fried chicken, chicken tenders and French fries. That will continue to be my go to until they upgrade the "Not So Hot" Food Bar! I only write this hoping that the management puts more attention and focus on this potential asset! read more

This is one of my favorite grocery stores when I used to live in PV. I have been coming to this store for years and always had a great experience. It's a market with tons of options. The staff was always friendly and helpful with everything I need. So far, I have never had bad experiences with this store. read more

Pavilions - #RoastedCauliforniaHummusBowl - Grocery Near Me - Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

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Our friend referred us to this pavilions. We did not know we had a pavilions close to use. We were at the pavilions in santa monica yesterday and the one in santa monica is 100 times better than this pavilions. This pavilions has so many red flags. The merchandise here is very expensive and not worth the money. If you choose to shop here ask a nonmangement for help. They will actually be friendly and help you. We asked Chrissy for help and when she talks to us she sounds like she does not like her job and will not be friendly to u. We asked Steven for help and he apprently thinks he so professional wearing his black tie well he is not. He will not help you. He tells us that he is only going to help us because his boss Marla told him to. We told him he does not have to help us and he looked happy that we ok him not to help us and then left. Sounds like that is how he made it to a management position. Pretending to care only to please his boss. This store is infested with covid-19. Every employee is sick and not looking healthy. They do not take Covid-19 precutions seriously. They have a sign telling customers to obey the covid-19 precautions but they do not obey it. Finally we get starbucks after shopping. There starbucks is terrible. The starbucks is as bad as Steven n Chrissys management/customer service skills. The only thing we got while in here was a jar of yogurt and starbucks coffee. read more

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Considering this is one of the only grocery stores in Palos Verdes, I feel like it is always kept clean and there is plenty of parking outside. The lines can be a little long because they normally only have a few cashiers open, but what can you do about it right? I like this plaza because there are other places you can shop at after you get your groceries! This is in the same plaza as Rite Aid. read more

Rant: I just want to echo what my fellow Yelpers are screaming --- this place needs some serious change in management. Everyone is miserable working here - you can see it in their faces. It's a downer to come in here and shop -- I feel the energy vampires sucking the life right out me. The checkers are friendly enough but that's about it. The lines here are ridiculously painful. Nobody likes working here -- I feel sorry for the employees. I hate having to come here -- I'll take Ralphs Fresh Fare any day over coming here. read more

As I was making my way into Pavilions, this lovely lady named "Jay" greeted me and asked if I needed any help throughout my shopping experience to feel free to inform her. Jay was very informative and helpful in suggesting what weekly deals were on the app, her patience and kindness gave me reassurance that good hearted Individuals still exist in this world. read more

This location, 'Bucks #2233, is inside the Pavilions at Hawthorne & Silver Spur. There are actually 3 Starbucks in the Promenade at the Peninsula Mall, and I frequent all of them! Haha I stopped in this location after my Panda Express experience the other day (not to be confused with my Jimi Hendrix Experience which rocked, lol). I needed to drown the awful Panda lunch, and this 'Bucks was out of iced black tea! Lordy! That was catastrophic for me and cost them a star. I would have had to wait 4 minutes for a fresh batch to brew, and I can't sit still that long when I am headed to T J Maxx. So I rolled on over to one of the other locations.....the one around the corner. No biggy. Then I went back around the corner to T J Maxx, all loaded up with caffeine, ready to power shop. I scored a Vertigo (Paris) plaid trench coat, original manufacturer's price on the tag: $360. A button had fallen off. It had been reduced like 5 times. I paid 20 bucks. (One of the best bargains of my life.) It fits me like a glove and knocks 15 pounds off my fat ass. Oh, and on my way home, my seamstress sewed the button back on, for free, while I waited. mmmmmm........Starbucks....... read more

Pavilions - Grocery Near Me - Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

I hate this Pavilions actually, but I shop here because of its proximity to the crib. I will go Hazel Q in this review and introduce the world of Yelp to my thumbs. Thumbs up: Proximity, the weekly sale prices on beef, chicken, and other meats, and its cleanliness. Free WiFi too. Open til 11pm daily. Thumbs down: The Panda Express and the smell that hits you at the door. Expensive produce. Fin. read more

Pavilions - Grocery Near Me - Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

Hey clerks at the floral department, If customers are right in front of you, at least say "Can I help you?" instead of chatting with co-workers. Aren't you there to help customers? My son and I know you purposely ignored us. I have a very bad impression because of these rude employees. read more

The crab is good quality , i would recommend trying it if you are in the area , and the store was clean