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Went in about 5 minutes before closing to grab some movie night snacks. The store was still…read morewell-stocked, and the staff were helpful despite it being late. Prices are reasonable, and I appreciate that they're open later on Sundays, which made it really convenient. Overall, a solid neighborhood grocery store for those last-minute runs.

Vons is a brand owned by Albertsons , where I live in San Francisco the dominant brand is known as…read moreSafeway, and this Vons location for the most part mirrors my local stores. Located amongst numerous hotels this store is a great option within walking distance to pick up liquor, beverages, snacks, and frozen prepared foods, or any number of supplies, there is also ample roof parking. The Deli though was not appealing and at 7pm during my visit unmanned, and the checkout horribly understaffed with a dozen plus customers waiting at each cashier so that numerous lines snaked into the aisles. It looked to be well stocked, and an attractive space, but I left without making a purchase because of the lack of cashiers. In my case the purchase would have been for food and beverages, but instead I opted for granola bars that I had packed in my luggage. I noticed via other reviews that a lack of staffing is a frequent reported issue so patience will be required if shopping here.

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4.4(603 reviews)

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If you're new, ask for a menu on the counter, place your order, the pay. When I first entered the…read morestore, I was overwhelmed because it's so busy) They have a lot of deli items so I'm looking forward to coming back! There's street parking.

Moved back to Belmont Heights after an eleven month stint in the hellzone that is DTLB…read more I've passed Olives Gourmet Grocer a million times and never thought to stop in. With my Afro Latino roots I was craving a Cubano sandwich and was thoughtful enough to grab a "Spicy Steve" and the service was attentive and top tier at the same darn time It's a quaint spot and mad me fee like I was diving into the better unknown secrets of Belmont Heights with pleasant results. Now what should never be allowed is the tasteless, seasonless and soulless potato salad that was presented to me at the counter which should be overhauled or punishable to the chef and crew by making them eat a years supply of this horrific concoction. All in all it was a delightful surprise and I'll be back shortly to enjoy that next round of fantastic sandwiches ! P.S. For the love of God rethink that potato solid it's a good way to lose business if it's that memorable !

The Broadway (Turkey)

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Cheers!

Ma 'n Pa Grocery

4.5(376 reviews)

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Breakfast burrito was really good The hot sauce was on…read morepoint, Very good and alot of flavor.

Breakfast Burrito rating: 4 stars Mom-and-pop neighborhood…read morevibe: 5 stars I love running into vintage shops that have been in business since before I was born. Long before the invasion of 7-Elevens, these small corner markets kept neighborhoods thriving. I was really impressed by their selection: beef jerky in a jar, unique beverages you won't find at typical convenience stores, and homemade goods and sandwiches. I even picked up a loaf of sourdough bread made in San Diego. The breakfast burrito was good, though not quite in the legendary tier. It was generously packed with eggs and small pieces of avocado. Their hot sauce had a nice kick, but I definitely could have used a bit more of it on the burrito. Service was great. The owner asked if I needed help finding anything, and when I told him I was just browsing, he didn't pressure me at all. He simply pointed out a cooler behind the counter with even more beverage options, including Shasta soda in the mix.

Bacon and cheese breakfast burrito

Beer offerings

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Breakfast burrito (egg, bacon, cheese, potato) w/ hot salsa

Ralphs

3.0(200 reviews)

4.8 mi

I have been shopping at this particular store for 16 years and - while not perfect - they have…read moremaintained a pretty good record. Always well-stocked and mostly reasonable checkout lines. They're not going to be quite as fancy as the larger "Fresh Fare" stores, but Kroger does nicely with its midsize outlets. You can always find decent deals if you know where to look.

Came by to get some basics and unfortunately they were out of 80% of them. The store needed…read morerestock. It was organized but a bit majority of the juices and milk selection were out.

4x points on produce

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Good treat they were passing out while shopping

Ethikli Sustainable Market

4.9(20 reviews)

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A little miracle has landed in Long Beach and I hadn't been aware of it until recently. I ordered a…read morenumber of items that are uniquely available under a roof where sustainability is a serious consideration. It is possible to purchase items like French lentils, fenugreek, sumac, spirulina, herbes de province, oolong, kelp powder in a variety of quantities Since the 1989 Soderbergh film "Sex. Lies and Videotapes" in which Andie MacDowell's character ponders the inevitable garbage filled world overloaded with plastic packaging and poisonous products, I realized my concern was not as lonely as I had thought. Boutique-y stores have opened professing noble crusades only to prove themselves poseurs. Ricky Gervase could skillfully expose them for their self serving pomposity, but here it is is the real thing. Real paper and elegant human handwritten labels, like a treasure box that has traveled the ancient Silk Road releasing into the air aroma and light from distant past times. They will ship online orders.

If you are ever missing ingredients and are local, COME HERE! If you have insisted bottles or…read morecontainers send them here! What I have reduced from my cabinet, they reuse! I had so many glass jars and bottles they loved them. Staff are very nice and informative. They also take people who have snap benefits for groceries so if you're looking for something with good quality, fret no more you can get really good quality pasta, herbs, spices and oils as well as freshly baked bread at fair price! They aren't like big chains stores so do not expect them to have everything. Small business owned, come and support your local mini grocery mart!

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Lazy Acres Market

3.8(671 reviews)

4.7 mi

•$$$

Absolutely Phenomenal Grocery Store!…read more This store is absolutely amazing! From the moment you walk in, you can see and feel the difference in quality. Everything looks incredibly fresh, especially the fruits and vegetables, and the store is clean, well-stocked, and very inviting. The selection is phenomenal! They have a fresh poke bar, salad bar, bakery, coffee bar, fresh juices, and so much more. Their bakery alone has an incredible variety of delicious-looking items. They also carry a great selection of soaps, supplements, health and wellness products, and so many unique items that you may not find at your typical grocery store. The employees are another reason I enjoy shopping here. Everyone I have encountered has been polite, friendly, professional, and willing to assist when needed. Great customer service makes such a difference! Some items can be a little pricey, but in my opinion, you get what you pay for. The freshness, quality, variety, cleanliness, and customer service make it worth spending a little more. This store is several miles out of my way, and I will STILL make the drive because it is worth it! If you haven't visited yet, you definitely need to check it out. This is what a quality grocery store should look and feel like. Highly recommended!

Customer Experience At the beginning of this month,I went…read moreshopping at Lazy Acres with my husband,I have been a customer for a few years now,and I have generally had positive experiences with the cashiers there,particularly because I have food allergies and specific dietary needs that make this store especially useful for me. During this particular visit, however,we had an extremely uncomfortable experience with a male cashier,While we were unloading our groceries, I took out my EBT card to pay,Before it was our turn, I noticed the cashier having a friendly conversation with the customer ahead of us. However, when the cashier saw my EBT card, his demeanor noticeably changed,I observed what appeared to be an eye roll and a change in his attitude toward us. As the cashier continued scanning our groceries, he began handling most of our items very aggressively. Among them were glass jars of Mount Hagen coffee. My husband noticed the way our items were being handled, As our transaction continued, the cashier appeared increasingly irritated,He was sighing, making audible noises, and seemed visibly annoyed while scanning our groceries,At one point, he was looking through a book to find the price of some yellow long peppers we had purchased, and his demeanor continued to appear frustrated and uncomfortable and angry. Near the end of the transaction, while my husband and I were bagging our groceries, my husband asked him, "I'm sorry,are you okay?The cashier responded, "Why? Are you guys scared? We both found that response inappropriate and confrontational, especially considering that we were simply trying to complete our purchase. I want to be very clear,I cannot know for certain what was going through this employee's mind,However, the timing of the change in his demeanor particularly after he saw my EBT card made my husband and I feel that we were being treated differently because we were paying with EBT,His behavior throughout the transaction left us feeling uncomfortable, judged, and unwelcome. I also want to emphasize that this is not my normal experience at Lazy Acres. I have been shopping there for years and have never had an issue like this with the other cashiers. This experience stood out specifically because of how different his behavior was. If Lazy Acres has employees who have negative attitudes toward customers using EBT or other forms of public assistance? I believe that needs to be addressed through appropriate training and management. Customers should not feel embarrassed, judged, or uncomfortable because of the method they use to pay for their groceries. I am leaving this review because I would like Lazy Acres management to take this seriously and look into what happened. I believe I still have my receipt from the transaction, and I would appreciate someone from the store contacting me directly so I can provide the details of the visit and hopefully have this matter addressed. I shop at Lazy Acres in part because the store carries products that accommodate my dietary needs. I should be able to shop there without feeling uncomfortable or judged, and my husband and I should not have to experience what felt like passive-aggressive or confrontational treatment from an employee simply while trying to purchase our groceries.

Flowers for jack black

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Lee Heng Market

4.8(19 reviews)

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The best "Twah Koh" in the area. While I was in Long Beach, everyone I met, recommended this place…read more When I visited the market, there were multiple customers came in, and it was exclusively for this product. They do take pre-orders and offer shipping, it sounded like they would be willing to ship anywhere in the US.

Small market.. friendly people.. the sausage is good, it's like filipino sausage. They have beef…read morejerky however it's crunchy and chewy.

Flower mustard greens ( freeway mustard greens)

Spicy tva ko $14 for 10 pieces

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Smoked fish

Aldi

2.9(31 reviews)

3.7 mi

The ONLY reason this Aldi location managed to earn a star from me is because of its overall decent…read moreprices and quality food options. Otherwise, I would have given it zero stars. The majority of the staff I have encountered--outside of one kind gentleman who is technically a third-party representative and not directly employed by the Aldi brand--have been truly unprofessional. Although there is no excuse for this behavior, it does not appear to stem from dissatisfaction with their jobs. In fact, many of the employees seem content. Rather, it is the attitude and manner in which certain clientele are treated that comes across as distasteful and disrespectful. On multiple occasions, I have witnessed and experienced childish tactics from employees. This has included making comments such as, "You better move out of the way," as customers are navigating the aisles. There have also been instances where employees appeared to aggressively toss or move boxes directly beside customers as they were attempting to pass by. While I understand that inventory stocking occurs throughout the day, there are professional standards and common courtesy practices that should be maintained during business hours. From time to time, there are also aggressive customers who behave as though they are entitled to bully others simply because they believe they can. Example: The cart return area has three lines for customers to choose from. On one of these occasions, I was placing my cart back and gathering my groceries when, out of nowhere, I saw another customer mad-dashing toward where I was standing. She then aggressively started yelling, name-calling, shouting, and scoffing in the most unladylike fashion. She gestured that she needed to return her cart; mind you, there were two or three other lanes that were open and available. Yet, she was insistent upon badgering me to drop everything I was doing during my grocery experience to appease her ill repute. Absolutely not. I am unsure whether she may have been attempting to scam me, as she was desperately trying to get me to leave my fully loaded shopping cart unattended, exposing my wallet and groceries. The security who had been on duty and watching the incident did nothing to prevent further harassment. Noting, a continuation of "selective" targeting and job performance. I've also noticed that some of the security will abandon their position to go stand in certain areas of the store and touch store product. I found this odd as I do not see how that is conducive to their "supposed" role of providing safety. Unfortunately, the negative attitudes displayed by some employees seem to mirror this same energy, creating an unnecessarily uncomfortable shopping environment. Nonetheless, I genuinely enjoy the Aldi brand and appreciate the products they offer. For that reason, I will likely continue shopping at this location. However, it would be in Aldi's best interest to address the conduct of some of the individuals representing the business. Improved professionalism, stronger customer service standards, and greater accountability would significantly enhance the overall shopping experience.

Aldi is my new favorite grocery store. Such amazing prices on fresh produce, breads, meats, organic…read morefood, and much more. This store is really well maintained and organized. I bought some good quality food at reasonable prices. Definitely didn't break the bank. This location is small, but had everything I needed. Only thing was lacking was customer service. Cashier didn't smile or even say hi, but she did to the people behind me afterwards. I wasn't too thrilled about that because it did ruined my experience. Overall, I do love Aldi!

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El Mercado 2

4.3(18 reviews)

4.5 mi

We love this neighborhood market! We always get their pre-marinated meats which are delicious on…read morethe grill. They have a good selection of quick market items including eggs, milk, butter, etc. as well as alcohol. Their staff is friendly and helpful too, offering quick and easy service. Street parking only.

Hands down, El Mercado 2 has the freshest meat in town. I've been living in LB for 6 months now and…read moreevery time the employees greet me like a regular. If you live in the area, this place should be added to your shopping list. If it's your first time, I should warn you that this is not Vons, Ralph's or Grocery Outlet; El Mercado 2 has culture and it makes me proud to live in this city.

Meat Menu - best in town!

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Sunshine Convenience Market

3.8(25 reviews)

4.8 mi

This place is small but mighty - they've got practically everything. Was able to grab a cold drink…read moreand a bunch of snacks while I was in the area. Very convenient to know about. It's tucked away between some high-rise buildings but they have signage on the sidewalks outside.

Parked at 4444 Ocean and did the short walk to Warped Tour and Sunshine was conveniently on the way…read moreand at the bottom of an apartment complex. It's small but they have snacks, water, refrigerated beverages. I picked up a Gatorade for hydration and drank it on my walk to the entrance. If you stop in here, be sure to continue walking through the apartment complex, down the stairs and you'll see signs directing you to Warped Tour. Sunshine is a life saver because if I didn't get the Gatorade I would've walked in with no electrolyte drink in my system and it was VERY hot that day. Cost was $3 and inside Warped Tour for a Ghost electrolyte drink I think it was $7 and much smaller.

Good selection of wine & snacks, great customer service and convenient location.

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Kaitlyn P.

7 years ago

I was at this Trader Joe's shopping with my friend, the manager harassed us. He followed us down both aisles, and accused us of stealing at the door. Said I was in there stealing with my friend yesterday. I don't even LIVE in Long Beach. I'm from INGLEWOOD. He proceeded to stalk us, and say blatantly rude/racist things. And he completely disregarded his racial profiling. He refused to give me the number to report him. I had to receive this number from an employee named tray. Mike then proceeded to make a scene in the store and tell me I was LYING about what happened. His name is MIKE BROWN.. The cashier Laurie then proceeded to ask my partner, while the manager harassed me/argued in my face, "Have you ever stolen before?" I want this location INVESTIGATED for being blatantly racist I want the tapes at the location ran back I want the so called, "girl who looked like me" , and "stole the day before" to be shown on prior tapes I want an apology for publicly embarrassing me and making me a thief because I was shopping WHILE BLACK.... which apparently is a crime! I have video of the some of the altercation, and I will be going to the news station and social media for justice. I am a driving force in my community! I have never stolen anything, and I'm more than respectful of every environment I am in! I've never been treated so poorly in my life. I've never been so hurt and OFFENDED. MIKE needs to be REMOVED read more

Marlene I.

10 years ago

I love this new location is bigger plenty of parking, old location was a pain in the bone to get your car park and i u did find one for sure you end with your car scratch by somebody else door. This new place is very big and clean inside plus is the workers are very polite. I will be shopping here more for sure. read more

Joe S.

2 years ago

They carry Israeli products and support genocide. Don't support and boycott like Starbucks and other genocide supporters

John R.

10 months ago

It can get busy but I love this store. Nice people. Great selection of snacks and produce.

Edwin H.

107

10 years ago

Great service and delicious healthy food! All at a great price, will keep coming back.

Linda C.

9 years ago

Everyone here is nice and friendly. I highly enjoy getting my groceries here.

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