Clerk was chill but maybe cuz he sleeps so good at night knowing he gouged me $15 for a drink and guac (dont worry i had chips). Tell me im not insane guys. Please tell me im not crazy read more

Great selection, but either insane prices or they just add charges. Don't give you a receipt either. $27 for two packs of zyn...

Guy who works there is very nice. Pretty expensive but fits the neighborhood. Support your local takis dispensary.

3.5 STARS My girlfriend and I were hanging out nearby and we needed some liquor. Ended up going to Pay and Save Market on Saturday, July 29th around 4pm. After looking around, we decided to buy a bottle of Jameson and some soda type drinks. (My gf was using them as chasers.) Check out was quick and easy. And the cashier friendly. We were out of there in no time. There were a lot of people with the same idea as us, so this market is a good place to pick up drinks and snacks. They have a selection of wine, beer, etc. Everything a normal convenience store would have. Not sure on pricing here as I didn't pay for anything, but this store is very convenient if you're hanging out at a certain park close by. Especially for those last minute drink needs. read more

Okay, this place may just be the best "scrungy on the outside" neighborhood convenience store I've ever been into. Way better than my local, and I feel like I'm pretty lucky with that one. Watch out for the weird floors with ramps - it's like you're in a damn game of Chutes and Ladders - especially tricky if you're a) wearing heels b) not paying attention because you're distracted by snacks and pancake batter in a can a la Cheez Whiz(!!) or c) you're drunk. Any one of these three may describe me at any given moment. The selection in here is fan-flipping-tastic and the prices reasonable to boot. We stopped in to pick up some contraband snacks before heading in to The Roxie, but they have just about everything you'd need for a spur of the moment picnic in Dolores Park - wine, cheese, crackers, salami, pancake batter in a can, a la Cheez Whiz. . . read more

Pay and Save Market - Pancakes in a can! They're ORGANIC, I kid you not. - Convenience Stores Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place used to be really nice - I liked the people who owned it. Now they sold it and it's much more expensive. Don't recommend, many other places in walking distance. read more

Pay N Save isn't but it's a catchy theme/gimmick. the usual gourmet foods/deli items, wines, microbrews at the top or over the reasonable reasonable price range. shelves neatly stoced. save a trip to whole foods. pricing similar...... buys:"Califia" california lemonade (2.49) -puresqueezed, homestyle -has pure cane sugar, 34 grams of it: too sweet will not repeat.... read more

This place comes in clutch when you go to Dolores Park and forget to bring beer. Pros: this grocery store has a huge selection of beer and other liquor. Very close to Dolores Park (about a block and a half away) Cons: there was a guy watching us the whole time. I mean I gettttt why. But it was uncomfortable. read more

Pay and "Save"? More like Double the Price under new ownership. Definitely won't be coming back.

This is a great little corner market- I can always count on them being open late when I have a vegan ice cream emergency! You pay for the extra convenience, of course and its nicely located near Dolores park for last minute picnic shops read more

Pay and Save Market - When you just need some... - Convenience Stores Near Me - San Francisco, California

Over the years I've gotten to know the incredibly sweet family that owns Pay N Save, and have seen them pour a lot of love into their business and the community they serve. They stock many local favorites (Straus yogurt, 21st Amendment beer, Three Twins ice cream), as well as a fair amount of organic / vegan / otherwise healthy options. Of course, they also carry corner store standards, because sometimes, only Reese's Peanut Butter Cups will do. Pay N Save is pretty much everything to everyone. If you've just moved to the Dolores Park area, this should be your new everyday grocery store. read more

My Grandparents owned Pay and Save in 1950's. I just went by it with my mom. She was so excited to go in and tell the worker that her parents first opened the Pay and Save. Lol Either he didn't care or couldn't understand her, I'm going to go with understand. Non the less it was great to be there read more

Not only is the family that runs this store super nice and friendly, but their stuff is cheaper than the other two convenience shops a block away. I live in the neighborhood and this is one of my regular haunts for last-minute chips and ice cream and various other trashy reality TV vittles. These guys are aces in my book; they're usually the first store to open and the last to close, and getting your goods here won't make your wallet cry bloody tears like Bi-Rite will. (But I still love you though!) read more

More like pay and get ripped off! I purchased like 6 and it came out to 36$. So asked for a receipt and saw two random 5.99 charges. I was treat disrespectfully, the guy came up with random charges than said he over charged me 89cent. Haha never going here again. read more

A quick and convenient corner market. The prices are cheaper than Bi-Rite, especially if you need something basic like tissues or a soda. Also, you've got to love the fact they resell Kirkland items from Costco. read more

I'd passed this place a hundred times, thinking it was just another scuzzy mini-mart. But it's actually a nice little grocery store, complete with several varieties of organic whole bean coffee. Total nice cashier. Don't let the exterior and humdrum name fool you. A good alternative to Rainbow Grocery or BiRite if you don't need fresh produce or bulk. read more

Good neighborhood market with all the usual items. Good place to grab some drinks and snacks on your way to the park.

The perfect convenience store. The family who runs it has inspired our devotion, to the extent that I was crestfallen when they went on vacation, worried that the store had been sold. They just radiate kindness. Plus it's a perfectly nice store, with a nice selection of the snacks, ice cream, beer, etc. that we buy there. I'm always happy when there's a big concert, parade, etc in the area because I know they're making money hand over fist. read more

An example of a very cool "shady from the outside" liquor/convenience store. Lots of convenience items and an excellent array of weird soda beverages. I discovered "Double Cola" out of Chattanooga Tennessee here. The guys behind the counter are really friendly and seem to be a well integrated part of the Mission. read more

I had lunch with some of my colleagues at Pay and save on Day 1. I had the packaged sandwich - it was delicious. On Night 2, I enjoyed a white claw on the way going back to my apartment.The service was excellent. read more

I've been a regular a my local corner store for years now. My girlfriend & I love Three Twins Mint Confetti ice cream, and they always had the best stock. I haven't quite figured out whether it's their freezer or their delivery boy, but ice cream from Pay N Save rarely had the already-been-melted-then-re-crystalized that most other stores have. I felt like I became friendly with the tall guy with the dark hair who seems to always be there, every evening. I shared some good moments there - 4th of July, Superbowl, last episode of "How I Met Your Mother". It was a comfortable extension of my home; a part of my community. I keep using the word 'was' because I've noticed a change in the past couple weeks. There's someone new behind the counter. He looks more like a crook than a friendly neighbour. I feel unwelcome in my neighbourhood now. Prices have gone up; a pint of my beloved Three Twins is now $6, but hasn't changed at the Three Twins shop on the other side of market st. They even claim to be charging 75 cents for a credit card transaction. I don't know what they're paying their credit card processor, but I can't imagine it's anywhere near 12.5%. Worst of all? Their Three Twins ice cream isn't silky smooth anymore. It's crystalized and nearly unpalatable. This is inexcusable. It's like they've stopped caring altogether. I've given them the benefit of the doubt. Maybe it was just an off night, or maybe the stock of ice cream they got last week just wasn't good. But, sadly, it's been consistent for too long now. I'm sad. Now, I'm going to have go over a hill to fillmore st to get some reliable service. Update: The ice cream has become more consistent and the credit card fees have disappeared. The shopkeepers are friendly again, and Pay N Save has gone back to being my favorite local stop. read more

I'm loyal to this corner store just because of the super nice guys that work there. I feel good about giving my money to this place. They're so friendly! Great beer selection. Hit this place on the way to the park! read more

Convenient for Dolores Park. So rude I do not know how they get repeat business. Fix your attitude! Customer appreciation would be great!

Overpriced merchandise, rude staff even when you do try to brave it. Why would you go in here when there are massively better shopping options less than a block away like Bi-Rite? Honestly I'm surprised it's even still in business. I do not recommend. read more

This place is awesome as a local neighborhood market to go to for emergency household/food needs. It has all the basics and a lot of randoms, too... however, the name Pay N [Save] is kind of a let down. Although I know this place is family owned and the guy behind the counter is always really nice, this place is pretty costly. Just bought a small bag of chips and a diet Dr. Pepper for $5, ouch! I often come here during my lunch break to get a little snack, but have been noticing that it is definitely more of a Pay N Lose store. I don't think this place will be in my budget for much longer, even for the occasional stop in. Morally, I would love to support this awesome local Mom & Pop business. Economically, I'd rather shop at Safeway. read more

Best corner store in the city with the kindest, most friendly service. It's always a pleasure to stop in here.

I was very surprised by the variety of beer and wine this store offers given it's small size. It's very conveniently located by Dolores park, which is where I was headed, and am glad I came upon this store. Would definitely come back and try the other products read more

There are at least 2 other corner stores closer to my apartment, but I always go here because they are fully stocked. It's surprising how much they can fit into the little space, but if you need it, they have it. The guys behind the cashier are always so nice and when the place is packed on a sunny Saturday afternoon, they move through the line quickly and efficiently. read more

I've been going here for the past couple of years for my late-night Häagen-Dazs coffee ice cream cravings. A couple of weeks ago I showed up without my credit cards and a little short on cash--the classy gentleman behind the register let me pay what I had on me. This evening, when I tried to pay him back, with a smile on his face he said "you can get me next time," which I guess means never. The neighborhood suddenly felt that much cozier. Thank you! read more

This is my favorite store near Dolores park.Very helpful people behind the counter.Huge variety of product.Very cheap as compare to other stores read more

Extremely rude. Mislabel their products and refuse to honor the label. Very slow. Would rather starve than come here again.

Hopping, to some degree, when Bi-Rite is closed. Good for ice cream (Ben & Jerry's $3.99). Good to support the hard-working locals. Still, expect nothing gourmet -- the Pay 'n' Save Groceteria is there to serve your basic needs and they need you! read more

They have tiny little peligrinos, ritter sport chocolates, good for the earth t.p., and beer. oh yes, beer.

I used to go here just for beer and wine, but they actually have a great selection of all kinds of basics like laundry detergent, pasta, soup, and even a little produce. Very reasonably priced for a small convenience store. And the guys behind the counter are always friendly. I had no idea this was a small family owned business before reading the other reviews, but that makes me even more happy to shop here. read more

Two dollar fo'ties, out the do'. I feel like Norm from Cheers when I walk in here because the guys always know who I am and that I'm always buying some brews. They have a good selection and they definitely are the hardest working family in the Bay Area. You really can't ask for much more from your neighborhood corner store. read more

This is a great corner store, mainly because the people are so friendly. They also have a fairly good selection, but the space is limited so they can't have everything you heart desires. read more

YESS!! cheap prices and great service..

Pay N' Save grocery is the closest market to me and after just a few visits they know me. Very friendly cashiers and it is a family business. Open 8am-midnight (or later). Excellent selection of ice cream, its-it, beer, champagne, etc. Convenient to Dolores Park. Great for liquor, milk, onions, and the basics. Lower prices than Bi-rite. read more

Couldn't believe it. I walked in on a Friday evening with lots of people there. Waiting in line is usually boring, but I noticed they had Three Twins Ice Cream. This stuff rocks. I always go to there ice cream shop on Haight and Fillmore and was surprised to see this little cozy store had high quality ice cream. Try the Cookies & Cream, and Dad's Cardamom, actually try them all. This store rocks and the owner is pretty funny. read more

Love this place, only complaint is that ice cream is freezor burnt 90% of the time...