Thank the lord for removing that hideous painting behind the counter and replacing it with the menuEvery time I saw it I swear I could hear our dear lord cry out in pain from the sin that is that painting read more

Literally, this must be one of the coolest lil corner stores and it's just sitting in a residential neighborhood... Feels like walking through a portal into an episode of Leave it to Beaver hahaa We stopped in after a long day to grab some drinks before the drive back and was surprised to find that they had many more options than expected! We had to go but seems like it's a great place to kick back. The atmosphere is def more lazy summer afternoon than crowded coffee shop w ppl working everywhere. I went for the iced blueberry green tea which was crisp and refreshing but there was a multitude of other options, including an unwieldy selection of soda which was really fun to look at, selections of wines, coffees, snacks and sandwiches as well as some pretty entertaining signs throughout the store: "unattended children will be given an espresso and a free kitten" LMFAO read more

The Corner Store - Seemingly endless soda options - Sandwiches Near Me - San Pedro, California

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This place is a classic, literally and figuratively. This place has been around for 70+ years. Inside you can purchase nearly any soda that you may want, order a sandwich, coffee, as well as some other snacks. They have plenty of room to sit down, including some large table spaces for small events. There is no WiFi, but cellular signal is good enough to tether from. Come here if you want a quiet spot to relax to. read more

One of the best places for a great hamburger. It's messy but mighty good. Everything they make is a winner. I love this special place.

Wanted a hot dog and saw The Corner Store listed on Yelp. Pulled up and parked right out front. Saw the chili dog and got real excited. I asked the young lady working the counter if there chili has beans and was disappointed to hear that it did. I LIKE MY CHILI BEANLESS! especially on hot dogs. But alas, So Cal is not Texas, chili without beans is hit or miss. I ordered the Chicago Dog and enjoyed it. The mustard was good and although I prefer Nathan's & Hebrew National to Vienna Beef, it was still a tasty treat. One of the charms of The Corner Store is that it has a massive selection of specialty sodas. Make sure you take advantage of the selection when ordering your meal. Just as selecting the right wine can make or break a meal, choosing the right soda flavor will enhance your Corner Store experience. The menu has so much more, and I would encourage to take your time. The staff is friendly and so are the locals who hang out chatting at the outside tables. If you live in the neighborhood, you should be hanging out at The Corner Store. If you are visiting San Pedro, you should visit The Corner Store. read more

I love this place! I've enjoyed sitting outside eating breakfast with my hubby. The vegan casserole is great!!! I've enjoyed being my 5 year old grandson. We both love perusing the soda and candy areas. There is so much variety!!! It seems like I bump into someone I know each time I go. The Corner Store really is such a comfy place to relax with family and friends as I smell the sea air and enjoy the small town feel. read more

I wasn't a big fan of the previous owner Peggy, but at least there was consistency when Peggy owned it. Now the sandwiches are about 3/4 of the original size. They changed their bread which sucks. Sometimes when trying to make a phone order, nobody answers. New owner got rid of the wide variety of root beer sodas (still have other old type sodas) One of my last sandwiches that I ordered which was a Black Beard's Beef Dip was cut with a dirty knife that had marinara sauce on it which then transfered to my sandwich read more

The Corner Store - Beef Dip that was cut with a dirty knife - Sandwiches Near Me - San Pedro, California

So my wife invented the cafe mocha with shot of cherry so we need to keep going there. In all seriousness though, we love the small town mom and pop vibe. A San Pedro staple. read more

Ok, wow. So very tickled that I found this place and was blessed to get to visit a little with Peggy! Such a gracious & obviously talented person. The owner and manager for over 15 years now, ( the store has a MUCH longer history) she does most of the baking here and along with the delicious food, has such interesting backstories and info about the store & this area. I had come in looking to buy Bungy Hedley's book , I'd read about online and didnt know I'd also have the treat of meeting & picking Peggy's brain. Well, I'll be back. With family & friends! read more

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I went to the have lunch with my granddaughters Friday and spent $48. What a disappointment! I used to love having lunch there; my favorite beef dip. Well half the meat was in the sandwich, different roll, only gave me half of the little cup of au jus. I asked for cups with ice for our sodas said they charge 50 cents ea. I don't remember paying for a cup and ice before. Anyway doubt if I will return.... read more

We decided to have a bite to eat before going to the USS Iowa, and this place has a very good review on yelp, so off we go following directions that yelp took us. We arrived at the middle of a residential area, unlike other times that yelp had lead us, this is truelly at a corner, it is The Corner Store. Unsure about this but we went in anyway, it was a very nice surprise. Staff was friend, large menu on the wall, coffee bar, and other stuff... Oh yeah! It's a store I ordered a walk on the plank, which is a tuna sandwich on squaw bread, a roast beef and patty melt, all good and tasty. Live music, no wifi. Got to talk with a customer who just finished his lunch. This is kind of a community store, it has group meeting, and other events to bring the neighbors in. Quite a cool place!! Near the beach and Fort McArthur. We will definitely come back next time. read more

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$1.25 extra for a couple of squirts of syrup in coffee. That probably works out to $75 or more per bottle, which can be bought for $5.99. Learning lesson: bring your own syrup. read more

We stopped in for lunch before heading back to town, only bEcause of the reviews - Although, the store was interesting, YELP made it seem more of a eating establishment - It isn't - there aren't a lot of places to sit-- Mostly toys and tourist junk - I tried the hamburger - I love hamburgers so I know of what I speak. I have no idea what kind of meat this was - It was a funny color - looked like fake meat or like it was breaded - It was dry as a bone. I should have went to In and out and had a so so burger- I really should have drove to Koreatown to Cassells. Or Carney's - And I guess it's against federal law to give you a glass of water to help swallow your food. Trust me - don't fall for the great reviews- Unless you are a soda lover or Melissa and Doug toy lover. Sorry, but I have to give my honest feedback- But, I wouLd like to know what kind of weird meat this was. read more

An experience to be repeated, often!! The Corner Store is fabulous. Fresh, flavorful, and fantastic.

The Corner store has the best brewed coffee AND friendly atmosphere! The sweet treats are always delicious!

New to the neighborhood and was excited to see a little cafe coffee shop so close. Love the classic old school feel and bones of the place. There is so much potential in this space, nothing like it in the area. The pastries and dessert selection is great and I've enjoyed all the ones Ive tried. Was a bit bummed by how empty it kind of felt inside, not the best utilization of that large space and design. Hoping the new owners have additional plans with the store- I heard a bistro/wine vibe was in the works? That would be awesome, and more live music would be great. Nice cozy candlelit tables in the evening, I can see it now. Looking forward to seeing how the design and concepts continue to evolve. read more

All staffs are good attitude. Food was very goodEspecially Good OL' Chili Dog was so yummy!! read more

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I've been here before and I thought the food was decent. I liked the iced mocha but loved the vibe of the store and old school soda pop. It feels like I've stepped back in time. I love to sit in the front by the couches and just hang out. I decided to go again and was kind of disappointed by the service. Amy the cashier is really weird! She was weird when she helped us out. We walked in and she said hello but she didn't offer to help us with the menu or make any suggestions. We bought food for two along with coffee and couldn't get any water to go with our meal. I understand that you sell water but you usually get a glass when you dine in. She didn't offer to heat up our pastry either even though she could clearly hear me asking my friend if we should get it warmed up. She was just awkward all around! If you're not going to be nice or be able to fix a problem you shouldn't be in customer service! This time I ordered the iced mocha again with a frisco burger, soup and half a sandwiches and an almond cream pastry. I got bacon on the burger and chicken noodle soup with a turkey on squaw. I loved the burger but I would skip the bacon, the slices are so thin you can't taste it at all. The sandwich was good, I really loved the squaw bread. The room temperature almond cream pastry was good. I didn't care for the ice mocha this time, Amy made it too bitter. I also hated the soup! It tasted sour and there was no chicken in it. I didn't complain about the mocha but I did say something about the soup. I told her that it tasted sour and we received not a single piece of chicken in the chicken noodle soup. I told her to go and try the soup to see if it's bad or if I just don't like the flavor. She said okay and proceeded to sit in the front for a good 10 minutes. She never offered us another bowl of soup or even apologized for the fact that we didn't receive chicken in a chicken soup. Before I left I asked to speak to the cook and she said the soup tasted fine. I asked how was the chicken cut in the soup since I didn't receive any and she looked puzzled. I said was the chicken in cubes or shredded and she still looked puzzled so I just walked away. Usually when a customer tells you something isn't right you get a replacement. We didn't eat much so we should have gotten another bowl with some chicken in it. The fact that she didn't offer us another bowl and instead just sat there after we said something makes her weird and terrible at customer service. If she didn't know what to do she could have at least told the cook. I do care for the place but Amy and her weird vibe left a bad taste in my mouth. I don't know if I would buy anything but some soda and lounge around. At least you can't mess up selling me a soda. read more

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Visited this place for the first time ever. My wife had a hamburger which she loved, I had the breakfast burrito. Best breakfast burrito I've ever had. Can't believe I've been in San Pedro for 30 yers and never been here before. Will definitely be back. read more

The Corner Store - Sandwiches Near Me - San Pedro, California

I liked the old owner Peggy, as another review stated there was consistency with the corner store and in most respects functioned as one. Their prices, food, pastries and drinks had solid options to choose from with relatively good quality. Now it seems almost all of that has changed, prices don't at all reflect what you order, quality has gone down (pastries and food especially), and for all of these changes you also have less to choose from. It's doesn't seem to be at all trying to capture what the corner store is and was. read more

If you want a great meal in a cozy like home place? This is it! First I was welcomed by the friendly and professional staff. Who took the time to take me through the sandwich menu. At no time did this young lady make me feel rushed. I strongly appreciated that. The sandwich I choose was the Ruben. The bread was delicious and the toppings as well. Usually I have to add things to my sandwich. Not this one. The other staff member a young man who just graduated from college! Congratulations . Was also nice and engaging. I will definitely come back. San Pedro has so many gems this is another one. read more

This is A wonderful place. Locals know, it's a comfortable hangout with great deli food made fresh including a growing Vegan menu (vegan cinnamon rolls and salsa sold too), amazing pastries and often music, book readings, etc. Peggy runs it family style. She welcomes our dogs outside and I think she knows and loves every dog in town! Inside she has an amazing assortment of sodas. Be prepared to see cucumber soda and more. Be adventurous? Look at the kids toys, not easily found elsewhere. Local artists get to sell their jewelry, cards, books and more. Peggy hires wonderful local kids. Small town gem! Great location for a meal, coffee ( any drink ), snacks, sweets and conversation with comfortable seating options. Like a Lays Potato Chip, one is never enough. You'll be back read more

This place is so cool! They're a specialty soda/nick-nack/toy/art store/ coffee/dessert/ restaurant. They have a bunch of vegetarian options. It's fairly reasonably priced too. The service is friendly. It's not the fastest but that's okay gives me a chance to look around at all the cool things they have. read more

Love this place so much! True San Pedro gem, the staff are lovely and pastries they make in store are delicious! They make a killer chicago dog and josephs pizza is perfect! Plus the soda selection is out of sight, and the sandwiches are amazing! Nowhere else like it read more

The menu clearly lists 3 sandwich items as being vegan. When I asked whether the bread was vegan, I was told that they didn't know, and could not guarantee it. I'm sorry, but you cannot list something as being vegan without knowing for sure. A manager/owner (?) said, "I bought the menu this way and left it that way." Ok, but you are the one placing the orders, and you are the one responsible for making sure that the ingredients you are ordering for your vegan items are indeed vegan. How many vegans have paid and eaten there, thinking they were eating vegan, and ended up eating something that may have contained animal derived products. This is deceitful and ignorant. Know what you're selling and don't lie to your customers. It is that simple. read more

This is a hidden gem near the outskirts of San Pedro on your way to Palos Verdes. Rest assured, they're not trying to be discovered. Consequently, it has a great small town local feel. There are several artist represented here so the paintings represent the heart of San Pedro. They also sell quality drinks, snacks and coffee. Most importantly is their breakfast/lunch menu. The items are priced right (under $10 per entree) and they taste great. I got the club sandwich and it was very good. Everything was fresh and flavorful. I also got a slice of German chocolate cake. That put a good end to my meal. All in all you can't go wrong with anything here. Come by, get some eats and then walk the beautiful neighborhood and marvel at the beauty of San Pedro. read more

Not only does she have authentic english pastries like sausage rolls YUMM she also sells Authentic Vienna Beef Chicago style Hotdogs with all the chicago condiments! I no longer have to drive to Buena Park for a great dog when I crave a taste of home. 3 cheers for the Corner store.. Plus the Owner is super nice, engaging & the store has got a lot of nostalgic charm . Another reviewer mentioned her grandmothes neighborhood corner store in chicago.. I also grew up there and yes, there are great little neighborhood markets like that.. when I was a young girl many of them were full deli's or bakeries! read more

i love this place. i dont care that they sometimes run out of the danish i want that day or that they sometimes dont have Joseph's pizza by the time i roll myself out of bed and get down there... this is my favorite place to get a coffee on a foggy weekend morning. 5 stars, all day, every day. read more

Love love love the corner store! Besides having A great little food menu it's a little store, they sell children's toys, local vendors sell their products it's a great place to go. Definitely recommend! read more

They have breakfast... Red bull... Wine...lunch ...REAL Chicago dogs everything!!! It's the corner store every neighborhood wishes they had! Fresh flower arrangements! Pre ordering my pumpkin CHEESECAKE! MMMM Pastries everywhere! Has everything and more a neighborhood market could offer...check out their pastries! Just bought an apron from there too! Whether you are a tourist or a local it's a must go! And a MUST take your friends too! Patty the owner, what a great lady! I could spend all day here just chatting it up with my neighbors 8). read more

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We came here two days in a row, that's how much we enjoyed it! Don't be scared off by the harsh exterior. Inside, the place is quirky and charming. We got a chili cheeseburger with added bacon, which was AMAZING! I love how they serve their burgers on toasted ciabatta bread- it makes all the difference in the world!! Also good is their lemon white chocolate cake. The hot dogs aren't great... But the portions on their tuna salads and Reuben sandwiches are awesome! Also fun is to peruse their root beer and cream soda displays, and choose something fun to drink. They also sell tons of knickknacks, crocheted items, vintage candies, etc but we didn't take the time to look through. Seating is ample, with some big wooden tables that each sit 8-10 comfortably (perfect for large groups!) as well as chairs and sofas. One star off because they charge you for anything and everything. We wound up paying an extra $4 just for cups for water and utensils to eat our meal. Apparently each cup you ask for is $0.50 ... Same for utensils... How they manage to get away with making you pay for water they get from the tap, I don't know. This made me upset, as we were already paying for a group of 8 of us to each get entrees, drinks, and desserts- it was unnecessary to nickel and dime us for cups of water! Hope management takes this into consideration. read more

The Corner Store - Chili cheeseburger - Sandwiches Near Me - San Pedro, California

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I love this spot. We have lived in pedro for about 5 years. I found this spot while exploring my neighborhood. They sell all kinds of local goodies. Delicious baked goods. Try the raspberry almond bar and the almond twist & the guava croissant! They have every kind of soda you can imagine and full espresso bar! They used to have live music on the weekends before the rona. Can't wait for that to start up. Little book exchange cabinet in the front too. A little hidden gem. read more

I am sad that very little has changed with the new ownership. The pastries seemed a little stale or days old which was surprising. The staff are hit and miss with some being sweet and helpful like they should in a service business and others seem to have no problems be rude and poor customer services. The rude girl behind the counter today will prevent me and my neighbors from going back anytime soon. read more

Love this place for a quick bite to eat after a nice 5 mile hike near the beach! Also, the staff is super friendly here!!.... The cashier's name was (Kiera?), and she recommended their delicious cheesecake & apple cinnamon roll! read more

Great gem in the heart of the palisades section of San Pedro. May bring dogs for outside dining. Seating also inside. Coffees, lattes, and quite a collection of sodas go well w the fresh bread, pastries, soups, salads and sandwiches. I love the burgers on fresh ciabatta bread!! Also plenty of desserts, old time candy, unusual toys, paintings and jewelry in case u need to shop for yourself or wish to pick up a gift. Be sure to Check out this fun place!! read more

I found this place by chance on our way to the beach. We will be back every single time! Super cute store. Cute souvenirs. Good food. Prices were good. We will be back in town again soon! read more

I couldn't resist taking a picture of this cut off VW van in front of the corner store. Classic! read more

The Corner Store - Sandwiches Near Me - San Pedro, California

Love love love this place! It's a hidden gem with so much history in the city of San Pedro! Whenever I'm in the area I always drop by. There's so much I could say about this place. But to be honest, it's best if you visit it yourself and experience all it's charm! read more

Stopped by on a whim on New Years Day. What an awesome place. I had a small latte which was incredible, and we ordered a club sandwich and a classic hot dog. Here's the best compliment I can give-the hot dog was better than a Costco dog. And the club sandwich was fresh and tasty. Bonus-there was a trio playing live and they were really good too. We'll be back! read more

This gem is like going back in time. The Corner Store is a block from the ocean in a residential neighborhood with plenty of parking. They have dozens of varieties of sodas, specialty candies, unique gifts and vintage toys. At the counter you can order sandwiches, burgers, quiches and salads. They also have coffee, tea, ice cream and baked goods. There is indoor and outdoor seating, a community library, bike parking and water for dogs out front. The staff are sweet and there is live music some days. read more