Berkeley Bowl is a true East Bay institution, and the produce section is the main reason we keep…read morecoming back whenever we're in the area. The fruit selection here is exceptional. A must for us every single visit is the Honey Glow pineapple -- if you haven't tried one, you're missing out. They are incredibly sweet, almost like biting into pure sugar, but in the most natural and refreshing way. It's the kind of fruit that's hard to find at your average grocery store, and Berkeley Bowl delivers consistently. Beyond the pineapple, the quality across the board is impressive. The blueberries are plump and flavourful, the oranges are bright and juicy, and the wider fruit selection never fails to catch our eye. It's clear that real care goes into sourcing what ends up on those shelves. For anyone living in or passing through the East Bay, Berkeley Bowl is absolutely worth a stop. It's one of those places that makes grocery shopping genuinely enjoyable, and the produce alone is reason enough to visit.

I haven't been at the spot in really long time. And every time I come here I remember why I used to…read morelove it so much. They have absolutely everything and the price is a reasonable. Not as reasonable as they used to be back in the day, but reasonable enough. I love the bulk section of foods. And I love the fact that the organic food is not as expensive as it is in other places, but it has a really good quality. They have a nice selection of foods and you can get a lot of different things. They do have some specialty sections, such as English foods, Italian foods, Mexican foods, Asian foods, etc. I can cook something from another cuisine and often find those ingredients there. I could find lime leaves for a dish that I was making and they only cost $.99. They also have banana leaves that I can buy if I want to use. The meat counter is nice and the people who work there are generally very nice. Another thing I like about the store is that it's nice and clean. The aisles are OK and you can pass by. And when waiting in line for your food if people are shopping, it can get a little crowded, but it's not uncomfortable. The only thing I would tell you not to do here is to return something because they do not want to give you your money back even when you do have a receipt. And when they do give you your money, you get all kind of attitude. I would suggest coming here, which is something that I do when I'm in the area. I usually go to the other Berkeley bowl because it's closer to the freeway and I can drive up quite quickly. But I forgot, this used to be a Safeway, so unlike their original location, which is now a car dealership, and before that was a bowling alley, this space was built for retail of food. I like that I can always find something here when I need to.

Yasai is conveniently located close to Philz, Safeway, La Farine, Wisteria, and other dining…read morelocations. It's very organized and offers many options for fruits, vegetables, fresh noodles, Asian snacks, Asian sauces, drinks, and dried goods. While small, many options are available. When there was a shortage of Sriracha, Yasai was the one spot I could find large bottles of it. They offer fresh, in-season produce and keep it maintained well-- while I was there, one of the employees refreshed vegetables as they needed re-filling.

Yasai is a wonderful corner market that fills the gap for an Asian grocery store in the south…read moreBerkeley area. I come here regularly to stock up on Japanese snacks, green tea, kimchi, napa cabbage, and mushrooms that I can't find at Safeway or Trader Joes. Thank you Yasai for your reliability and community feel!

Wow! This place is huge and has so much variety. When I went to this location a few weeks ago, I…read morewas absolutely blown away. All kinds of meat, fish, produce, snacks, and it's pretty affordable. When I went back with my husband yesterday, I did see some moldy vegetables, but ehh, it happens. They have sushi-grade fish and all the fixins and accoutrement-- I'm talking ginger, wasabi, sushi rice, seaweed, imitation crab, kewpie mayo, ALL OF IT! Be prepared for a lot of maneuvering your cart! It takes a minute to find parking and the spots are tight. When you first enter the store, it's a little challenging to find a way to get into the store. Don't skip the outdoor area! The meat department is organized and while it feels like the wait will be very long, you just pick a number and it goes by pretty quickly. The checkers/ cashiers have been less than friendly both times, but they worked quickly. The first time they had samples of drinks. This time, I had to ask someone in the cheese department for a sample. I'd love to see some more samples at a massive location like this! Overall-- the options are too good not to go here, both when you need a big haul or if you're looking for speciality items.

It is with a heavy heart I write this: On Monday, April 27 I shopped at Berkeley Bowl West. I…read more spent over $300... On Wednesday, April 30, I unwrapped the cheddar cheese and it was moldy. See photos. The next day I was going to serve the cherries I bought there and enough of those were spoiled that I had to throw THEM away! Today 5/4 the THREE Containers of Desert Jewels Grape tomatoes are unusable for salads or salsa. So disappointing .....

Love this place. I just moved to the neighborhood and am so glad it it here. Their produce is WAY…read morebetter than the Whole Foods across the street, I get everything I need there tbh. It is a small market but they have a LOT. I noticed a sign on the door recently that they are temporarily closed though, and am not sure if/when they are going to be re-open.

Showed up here and walked in the rain just for them to be closed. Update your hours, it's a…read morehorrible experience, especially since this is my first impression as a (would have been) new customer.

How anyone could rate any farmers market below five stars is beyond me! We've come here a few times…read morewith friends who live nearby. The Tamiscal farmers market is bubbling over with food trucks, pastries, fresh fruits and veggies, even handmade soap. It's next to frog park, so a phenomenal place for kids to park and play. Families often sit along the creek and eat breakfast. It is frequently crowded, particularly in spring and summer months, so come early and bring a lot of bags. Cash only!!

Simply the best if you like one-stop-shopping in Farmer's Market ambiance. I love that it's smaller…read morethan Grand Lake, where I can feel overwhelmed. Aside from the usual produce you'd expect - a plethora of fruits and vegetables - there is also meat, milk, cheese and flowers. I love getting something to eat and drink from one of several top-notch vendors and sitting near the creek to watch the children play while listening to music. My favorite place to go on a Sunday morning!

This is a great place. I passed by several times and not knowing how it works. Even at night,…read morethere's a light lamp that leaves the place lit. This is a 24/7 farm stand. You take what you want, based on the price, and drop your money in the box, or use PayPal or Venmo. There are so many things: flowers, fruits, vegetables, tea bags, etc. I don't think it's as sanitary during COVID, so make sure to wash your hands after handling all these.

A fantastic effort! Thank you!! eggs and cookies also available. Check or venmo only.read more

3/7/26- Small farmer's market.. Not many stands all yogether. I tent/canopy fruit & vegetable…read morestands. About 1/4 were merch stands for teas, coffee, and info stands. Bought loose all natural teas but they were expensive. From $20 - $30 per bag. I usually buy loose natural teas at my local farmers market in Tracy and they are $15 per bag no matter what type of tea is is. It was quiet since I arrived right at 10am when it opens. Not many people at all walking around. The tea vendor was nice but seemed nervous, which I thought was odd. Unless this was his first time selling. It is a family run home grown teas.

Great selection of different types of stuff - produce, dairy, oils , jams and marmalades, bakery,…read morechocolates, meats, as well as cuisine specific items too. The quality is totally worth the price. They also have live music and family events at certain times.

Went in for the first time and they have great things! Love their huge drink section. Will…read moredefinitely be back!

I know where the best balls are, and no, this isn't a gay bar review. I'm talking about freshly…read moredeep-fried falafel balls, so take your mind out of the gutter, will ya? I'm talking about a tiny Middle Eastern kitchen inside the Berkeley Organic Market. I just happened on this spot as I was walking and feeling peckish in the family-friendly Elmwood neighborhood. One woman was behind the counter, so I assumed she was not only the face of Badan, she was Badan. I ordered the $9.99 Falafel Plate with three freshly deefalafel balls, hummus, baba ganoush, and a salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, turnip, pickles, and feta cheese (photo). It came with a fluffy pita quartered for easier scooping. The market only has one table out on the sidewalk which I shared with a young mother and her daughter. I can say unequivocally that everything tasted fresh. I believe the woman who prepared my plate made everything that morning, and it made me want to come back and try the shawarma, the lentil soup, and the wraps. Great balls. You're welcome. FOOD - 5 stars...truly fresh combo plate with standout falafel balls AMBIANCE - 4 stars...not much room here but a relaxing to-go option SERVICE - 5 stars...she was great TOTAL - 5 stars...psss, it's in the market RELATED - Exploring Berkeley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2CbVh8u

Great place if you need something specific, especially for cooking recipes. Specialty sandwiches…read moreare expensive, but epically delicious. Isles of specialty foods and deliciousness. This historic neighborhood grocery store is expensive, but charming. Employees are rad.

I have been going to Star Market since I was a little kid and I am 70 now. My aunt, my cousins, my…read moreMom and my grandparents all shopped here for years, this was our destination, our neighborhood, this was our happy place. Now there are surly, entitled awful "checkers " who are unpleasant and unfriendly. They have no idea or are aware of the legacy of this place. No hello, no smile m, no acknowledgement. No nothing. Im done, so sad. Hope the guy with the " white" hair and the oh so edgy persona holds on to his job.

5/5 service ,food and vibes. the guys working there are kind and considerate, and i was able to get…read morea veryy good (cold) sandwich with my EBT $. best EBT meal option besides sushi from a grocery store is a cold sandwich from Ashby Super Market!

This is a family owned market and very sweet, good service, really convenient for me.read more