I've stopped in for snacks to get for work. It's always been organized, clean, and super friendly. Products seem a bit nicer/fancier than other corner stores. If they haven't had what I was looking for, there's always a good alternative. Always appreciate the friendly customer service and glad it's in the neighborhood. read more

Corner store that's better for stable goods than fresh produce. The wine selection is decent and reasonable for a corner store. The original owners sold 3-6 months ago. It's more brightly lit now. Bummed I didn't get a chance to say bye to the regular employee who was so kind. I believe they charge a percentage for credit card so cash is best. read more

Very nice neighborhood market. Very friendly and kind staff. Good vibe. Longtime owner and courteous clientele.

UC Market is the type of neighborhood bodega we need more of in SF. Located at the quiet corner of 3rd and Hugo, it's unfortunately all too uncommon to have this kind of convenience woven into an otherwise pretty residential area. Like all good bodegas, it has your usual basic food grabs, snacks (chips, nuts, etc.), and alcohol. On the latter front, it has a generous selection of wine (if that's your thing). It also has a small fresh produce section, which is surprising but welcomed. Nice to have a friendly and welcoming spot like this in the area. read more

Nice neighborhood grocery store. They have fresh produce and other household items. It's convenient for the area and people who live there. read more

3 stars for the older guy but the younger guy is lazy and rude. I always seem to have issues with him for no reason. I spend at least 3-500 a month there just getting things like cat litter, food, quick snacks and some ice cream but I am always uncomfortable when the younger one is there he doesn't seem like he wants to be there and I try to not let it get to me but after watching him let 2 people go in front of me to purchase items while bagging their items and when I get up to the register he hands be an in opened bag like it's obvious he doesn't like me and I'm done putting up with his attitude plus he opens the store late and closes early every shift. I'll be taking a much needed break from this store for the second time now in 3 years. read more

I wasn't expecting to find such a decent selection of wine at this little corner store! Not only did they have a handful of champagnes, rose (the actual French stuff), imported white & reds... they also had some pre-chilled, so we could pop open a bottle immediately. Their Haribo candy selection was vast & impressive too! All in all, a better-than-expected convenience store experience! read more

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I bike all over the city to get the best quality, selection, or price on various foodstuffs, but when it comes to beer, all I want to know is one thing: how far do I have to carry it? In the case of UC Market, only one block, which means they're my goto spot from now on. Selection is at least as good as any grocery store, and most 6-packs are $9.99 (not a steal to be sure, but I'll waive 1 dollar of that as the walkability surcharge). And is that a tray of fresh-baked samosas for sale? Yes, I'll enjoy being a regular here. read more

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Love this market. It has the basics a similar market would carry but the people who work there are absolute gems. I found myself going in to buy random items I didn't really need just to say hi to the employees. Definitely has a neighborly vibe to it. read more

Great corner store! All the things you need to grab quickly nearby, for a really great price for a local market, with a friendly team!

Love this spot, mostly for its location and service. They have a oddly specific selection of beer, wine, spirts, and food that I think are tailored to the neighborhood. They take recommendations from regulars though. So if you want something just ask, they might add! read more

The guys who run this place are the nicest people in the world. One of them actually apologized for having to increase the price of an item and showed me that his distributor had increased the price (they had actually eaten the price increase themselves for several months before passing part of it on to customers). What other convenience store would do that? Good selection of cheeses, beer, wine, and chocolate goodies to curb any hankering you might decide you have at 10pm. Also a small but surprisingly fresh selection of fruit and vegetables so that you can pick up that extra tomato or those fresh greens you forgot to get at the supermarket. read more

Wow...this neighborhood market is CLEAN, well organized, and has a nice variety of things you might need at the last minute and the owner is WONDERFULLY NICE....!!!! There were four customers in front of me and all of them seemed to have love for the owner and the wonderful smile on the owner was genuine with each of his customers... Wow...THANK YOU!!!!!!!! read more

I love this store! They have everything you need in a pinch; produce, liquor/beer/wine, household goods, snacks, drinks etc. The people who own this place are wonderful and truly a gem in the community! Ice cream and wine selection is awesome! If you're looking to grab a snack and head to Golden Gate park or live in the area and need something to eat or drink, this is the best spot! read more

I add my name to the list of locals on the page... As a cook, I can't say they have the best produce, but I don't really need them for that. What they DO have is an incredible selection of everything else. They are truly a convenience store--and the best of it's kind; especially for a neighborhood corner. They've got my Odwalla juice, an impressive selection of wine (and beer, although I'm not much into that), staples like sugar, when I'm in a pinch, an INCREDIBLE selection of ice cream(!), and fully provide on the "healthy side" of the snack bar spectrum (Odwalla bars, Kind, etc). Having this store only a block from my house is truly a blessing. Oh, and the guys that run it are so incredibly sweet. There was one guy who wasn't as nice as the others, but he hasn't been working so much lately. ha! Oh, and they've got great hours too. I can run down for something at 10:00 and the lights are still on. read more

Though slightly pricey for alcohol and kombucha, UC Market has been incredibly convenient for those who live near the UC Campus. They have a sufficient collection of items you may find yourself needing last minute. The couple guys that work here are also very kind. They've also fulfilled one of my roommate's requests for a particular wine, so needless to say my roommate has gone back again and again. read more

This place is amazing. I come here every day. In fact, I avoid buying things at other places if I know they carry it there because I want to support this place so much. Yes, I do realize that this a little ridiculous. Owner is awesome -- so genuine and friendly it makes me feel like I live in a real neighborhood. I left my cell phone on the counter there the other day, and not even knowing it was mine, he scrolled through to find my dad's number to have him let me know it was there. ....and they carry KOMBUCHA! read more

Love this place. Been a staple in my life for years. Staff is always friendly and very helpful. The recently added fresh fruits and vegetables. Good selection of wine and beer too. Overall really great place! read more

UC Market is a great little store on the corner of 3rd Ave. and Hugo St. The owner is amazingly nice, and we've come to know him well during the past couple years. He also owns the coffee shop next door (see Hugo St. Cafe review). The market has pretty much everything you could ever need at the last minute. Seriously, there is only one thing that I haven't been able to get there in the past 2 years (and that's pancake mix). Otherwise, they have everything. They also open at 7am and stay open until 11pm or midnight depending on the day, so you can count on going in late for dinner necessities or random late night cravings. read more

So much love for this market. I use it for every little thing: last minute laundry detergent, quick celebration champagne, needing a fast buzz-back-of-the-fridge Sparks, organic bacon and eggs...every little thing. They have cigarettes and vodka behind the counter and a HUGE stock of Ben n' Jerry's right in front of it. It's like a human with all the vices' dream. And it's cheap! And they knoooow who you aaare. That's only something you'd find in like, rural Kansas...or the Marina. read more

Everyone who works here is really nice and the owner is a great guy. It's a fairly typical corner store and it's got everything that you might need in a pinch. read more

UC Market is so close and convenient. Although some items seem to be overpriced it's not completely unreasonable. They have what you want and what you need so it's definitely worth it if all you have to do is walk around the block. It's a clean and well organized store and the people that work there are very nice, friendly and always willing to give change when you are rushing to the Muni. They have a great big selection of wine and beer, especially for a small corner store. Great prices on booze and they have Fat Tire..Thank you!! This place is a life saver. read more

This is the where I go for all my last min. needs. They have anything you need and it's not overpriced like most corner stores. The owners are so nice and they remembered me by the second time I went in. They even loaned me a corkscrew for the night because they don't sell them. read more

Love this little neighborhood market. The staff are always so courteous, friendly, and helpful. The market is always very clean, well kept, and stocked with the main grocery items one would need. Many items are no more expensive, and some less expensive, than the larger markets close by. It's great having them across the street. read more

Decent selection for a store like this, and the friendliest guys in there! I have more than once made a tit out of myself in there and they still let me back ;-p read more

I live within one block and go to UC about twice per week. They are out of bread more than they are in stock. Often their perishable items are past their sell-by dates. I have more than once bought a box of cereal from them, only to discover it is weeks past its date. They almost never have fresh fruit. Sorry to depart from the consensus here, but there are at least two markets (Alpha Market on Cole, to name one) within several blocks that are significantly better. read more

Hands down the nicest business owner and employees in the entire city of San Francisco. Once I ended up at the counter with a quart of milk, only to discover I'd left my wallet at home. The owner insisted that I take the milk anyway!!! And today, my home-delivered Sunday NYTimes was missing the magazine section. He let me take one out of his stack of NYTimes....gratis. Always has a lovely smile and a wave when you walk by the store. Prices are certainly higher than Park's...where you can shop for 10 years and get nothing but scowls and spoiled produce. Good to support these lovely people instead. read more

The owners of UC Market are extremely friendly and helpful every time I visit. They have a great variety of items - everything from salsa to Pepto Bismol. Also a great selection of beer. Things are well-stocked and store is clean. They even have a suggestions box! Definitely an above-average convenience store. read more

I love UC Market! This place has been in the neighborhood for so long and it's a great corner store. Everyone that works here is so kind and friendly. I've been going to UC Market for years now and always have a great experience there. I am so glad that we have such a great corner store in the neighborhood! read more

The people who work here are some of the most dedicated and kind people I know. They work for hours, and they still manage to have a smile on their face! read more