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Grocery store

Spacious layout and incredible cleanliness make shopping pleasant. Shelves offer a wide selection of organic, high-quality products at fair prices. Friendly staff create a community-focused vibe that welcomes all.

Clean and organized with a friendly owner who works hard to create a welcoming atmosphere. Offers quality groceries and serves as a positive part of the community.

People are saying

"The people at this grocery store are so friendly and welcoming."

"I was surprised by the variety of organic and healthy items."

"The people at this Market are so friendly and welcoming."

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Green Leaf Market offers a large selection of organic and gluten-free products.

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Prices at Green Leaf Market are generally lower than nearby grocery stores.

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The market is known for its cleanliness and organization.

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Middle East Market image 1

Supermarket offers authentic Middle Eastern groceries and a small kitchen with fresh-cooked dishes. Warm atmosphere includes a back patio for comfort. Shelves stock spices and pastries alongside vegetarian and meat options at fair prices.

Shelves hold a wide variety of Middle Eastern dry goods, nuts, spices, and condiments. Fresh-cooked food and staples like rice, tea, and pastries are available alongside vegetarian and meat options. The market keeps a clean appearance and offers authentic flavors with good hospitality.

People are saying

"I loved the fresh, incredible Persian food here."

"This grocery store has amazing Middle Eastern dry goods and spices."

"This market has amazing Middle Eastern ingredients and delicious house-made baklava."

Good to know

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Middle East Market is the only Persian grocery market in the Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco area.

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They offer hard-to-find ingredients that are essential for Persian cooking.

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Prices at Middle East Market are reasonable for the Bay Area.

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Monterey Market image 1
Produce market

Produce market blends farm-fresh fruits with fine dining displays, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Shoppers enjoy organic varieties at reasonable prices in narrow aisles that keep a neighborhood feel despite busy crowds.

Fresh produce stands out with farm-fresh fruits and vegetables that often don't appear in typical stores. The market offers a wide variety of organic and specialty items at reasonable prices, all stocked thoughtfully with quality products.

People are saying

"This market has an amazing selection of fresh, quality produce."

"The produce here is gorgeous, fresh, and well-priced."

"I found so many organic fruits and vegetables, with amazing variety."

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Monterey Market offers a wide array of fresh, local, and organic produce.

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Prices at Monterey Market are generally reasonable for the quality of produce.

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Heirloom tomatoes and rare mushrooms are available seasonally at Monterey Market.

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Tokyo Fish Market image 1
Asian grocery store

Narrow aisles create an authentic Japanese market feel with bright, lively energy. Fresh fish and sushi grade seafood stand out, alongside everyday Japanese foods and gifts. Unique imports and fresh oysters draw crowds seeking quality and variety.

Offers a wide variety of fresh fish, including sushi grade seafood and incredibly fresh oysters. Also stocks everyday Japanese foods, gifts, and prepared sushi at market prices.

People are saying

"I found the seafood here to be incredibly fresh and high-quality."

"The sushi and sashimi here are incredibly fresh and tasty."

"This market has a huge variety of super fresh fish."

Good to know

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The market closes at 5pm.

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Parking is limited, so plan accordingly.

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Expect a great selection of fresh sashimi and sushi ingredients.

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Monterey Fish Market image 1
Seafood market

Seafood market shines with fresh halibut and live crab. Staff deliver exceptional service in a walkable strip. Prices reflect quality and freshness with a focus on local catches.

Fresh seafood stands out with a great selection of halibut and shellfish. Staff provide exceptional customer service and the market offers live crab alongside various fresh fish.

People are saying

"The seafood here is so fresh and high quality."

"I love the fresh seafood market in this walkable commercial strip."

"The fish at this market is always so fresh."

Good to know

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Parking can be a bit tough in this area.

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Prices at Monterey Fish Market have increased significantly over the past year.

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The cheapest oysters now cost $2 each.

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Sacramento Market image 1
Grocery store

Neighborhood grocery store shines with a full-service meat section featuring fresh produce and competitive prices. Friendly, safe vibe and late hours make shopping easy. Extra services like money orders add convenience.

Offers a full service meat section with items like Oxtails priced at $8.99. Stays open past 9:00 pm and provides a friendly, safe environment with reasonable prices compared to larger markets.

People are saying

"This market has great meat and produce at reasonable prices."

"I found the groceries and meat at this market to be very good and reasonably priced."

"I found oxtail for $8.99 a pound, the best price I saw."

Good to know

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Oxtails are priced at $7.99 a pound, a competitive rate in the area.

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The market stays open past 9:00 pm, making it convenient for late shoppers.

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Sacramento Market offers Western Union services for money transfers.

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South Berkeley Farmers' Market image 1

Open-air market shines with fresh, organic produce and non-GMO eggs from local farmers. Friendly vendors build a community-focused atmosphere that draws progressive crowds. Strict no-dog policy keeps the space orderly and food-focused.

Fresh produce stands out with a nice selection from local farmers. Most markets sit just around the corner, but dogs are not allowed.

People are saying

"I loved meeting and talking with the friendly vendors at the Market."

Good to know

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Dogs are not allowed in the farmers market.

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All local produce and eggs are non-GMO and grown without chemical pesticides.

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The market features a variety of organic products and fresh produce.

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Ashby Super Market image 1

Small family-run market offers fresh produce and Boar's Head sandwiches with a friendly atmosphere. Bright, clean space features a boba tea kiosk with an extensive menu and affordable prices. Perfect for local shoppers seeking convenience and quality.

A family-owned neighborhood market with super friendly staff creates a welcoming vibe. A boba stand adds a unique touch alongside well-known sandwiches.

People are saying

"I thought the sandwiches here were amazing and a great deal."

"The boba tea here is so refreshing, and the pearls are super soft."

"The staff at this Market are some of the loveliest people."

Good to know

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They offer a variety of products from produce to household supplies.

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Sandwiches and boba are available, with prices under $15 for a meal.

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They do not sell alcohol or pork products.

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Halal Food & Meat Market image 1

Market shines with fresh meats and halal items. Friendly staff ensure a smooth shopping experience. Prices are high but reliability for local groceries keeps shoppers coming back.

Fresh meats stand out here with a solid selection. Staff are very friendly, making the shopping experience smooth and welcoming.

People are saying

"I found the market had very fresh products and excellent meats."

"The grocery store has really fresh meat."

"I found this to be the best Halal food market."

Good to know

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The market offers a wide selection of fresh halal meats.

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You can find a variety of Arabic grocery items here.

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Fresh produce is also available alongside meat products.

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Franklin Bros. Market image 1

Neighborhood grocery store shines with rotating daily soup and well-regarded sandwiches. Prices stay reasonable while offering organic options. Friendly staff create a warm, market vibe that welcomes all.

Offers a rotating daily soup menu with consistently good options and reasonable prices. Sandwiches and coffee stand out, and the staff are friendly, creating a nice neighborhood market vibe.

People are saying

"I loved this neighborhood grocery store."

"I usually came for the rotating daily soup at this Market."

Good to know

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Prices at Franklin Bros. Market are very reasonable.

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They carry most staples, including healthy or organic options.

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A rotating daily menu for soup is available.

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Berkeley Bowl West image 1

Supermarket buzzes with a busy, energetic vibe and narrow aisles that feel crowded. Shoppers find a huge bulk section and a large deli and hot food area. Market lovers enjoy unique produce like squash blossoms and six cherry tomato types, plus an unmatched mushroom selection.

Offers an extensive selection of fresh produce including unique items like squash blossoms and six types of cherry tomatoes. Features an unmatched mushroom section and a vast Wall o' Soy Sauce rivaling Asian markets.

People are saying

"I found it to be the best grocery store."

"I was impressed by the array of unique local goods and produce."

"This market has an amazing selection of fresh produce and rare grains."

Good to know

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Parking at Berkeley Bowl West can be difficult.

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Expect to find unique items here that you can't find anywhere else locally.

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The store is known for its extensive variety of fresh produce.

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Berkeley Bowl Marketplace image 1

Massive grocery store offers a bustling outdoor-market feel with intimately spaced aisles full of hard-to-find products. Shoppers enjoy a newly remodeled butcher counter and a vibrant, colorful atmosphere that feels like a farmers' market under one roof.

A bustling outdoor-market feel fills the space with intimately spaced aisles packed with a very good selection of items, including many hard-to-find products. It feels like a farmers' market all under one roof.

People are saying

"I thought this was the best grocery store I've ever seen."

"I found so many great dairy-free options, especially the vegan tacos."

"This market has the most impressive, freshest produce selection I've ever seen."

Good to know

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Parking can be challenging, especially during peak hours.

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Expect higher prices compared to typical grocery stores.

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The market offers a variety of prepared foods and bakery items.

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Downtown Berkeley Farmers' Market image 1

Farmers' market offers organic produce and artisan baked goods across multiple blocks. Live music creates a lively atmosphere while shoppers enjoy unique finds. Support for low-income shoppers includes doubled produce with EBT cards.

Many items at the market are unavailable elsewhere, with a lovely range of produce including fruits and vegetables. Baked goods also appear among the offerings.

People are saying

"The market has a lovely range of fresh produce."

"The food here is so fresh and often organic."

"I found the produce to be fresh and often organic."

Good to know

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You could get a free $15 to spend on fruits and vegetables when you used EBT.

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Parking may be a bit far away from the market.

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The market offered a good variety of produce and other local products.

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Cedar Market image 1
Grocery store

Corner store offers wonderful samosas and a wide selection of snacks at good prices. Inside feels charming and organized, though outside looks cluttered. Perfect for quick, reliable snack runs.

Offers a wide selection of items with good prices and is perfectly stocked for spontaneous snack runs. Known for its wonderful samosas and a charming, reliable vibe.

People are saying

"This market is a charming corner store, perfect for spontaneous snack runs."

"This grocery store is a charming little corner store, a real hidden gem."

Good to know

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Cedar Market offers a wide selection of essentials, beverages, and snacks.

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The new management has improved organization and product availability.

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Expect some cleanliness issues outside the store.

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Whole Foods Market image 1
Grocery store

Wide organic selection and high-quality produce stand out in a clean, well-organized space. Self-checkout stations speed up shopping, while a hot food bar adds convenience. Parking is limited but customer service is helpful and attentive.

Offers a wide variety of quality products with plenty of self-checkout stations. The market is clean and pretty big, with decent parking and helpful customer service including security personnel.

People are saying

"I found so many organic fruits and vegetables here."

"The bakery here has amazing cakes and pastries."

"I love the black sesame flavor at this Market."

Good to know

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Parking is often tight and can be very busy.

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Amazon Prime members receive discounts on select items.

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The store features a well-stocked hot food bar.

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Berkeley Flea Market image 1

Open-air market offers affordable accessories and diverse booths like Nepalese and Afghan. Strong security keeps it clean and safe. Market feels quiet with few vendors and pricey parking, but easy access near transit and freeways makes visits simple.

Open every weekend, the market has a small number of vendors and often feels like a ghost town. Parking costs around $35, and the market has a quiet, underwhelming vibe compared to its past.

People are saying

"I thought this market was amazing and worth visiting."

Good to know

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The flea market is open every weekend.

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Saturday is busier than Sunday.

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Parking costs $35 at the Berkeley Flea Market.

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Andronico's Community Markets image 1

Wide, accessible aisles and a beautiful meat display make shopping easy and pleasant. Fresh-baked goods and excellent deli sandwiches add an upscale feel. Cleanliness and well-stocked shelves impress, but some staff show hostile behavior after management changes.

Cleanliness and organization stand out in this market. It stays well-stocked, but service quality varies, with some staff showing hostile behavior after a change in management.

People are saying

"This grocery store has amazing produce, fish, and meat."

"I'm looking into legal action over the market's signage and staff conduct."

Good to know

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Parking is easy, but clear signage is lacking for customer validation.

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Membership cards are easy to acquire and offer good deals.

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The store has a diverse brand selection across departments.

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