The local grocery store that caters to everyone. Of course we all need that. Also a positive thing,…read morethey still have the gold star machine for converting change into cash....lol... We all have that jar or tin where all the loose spare change gets tossed into. After years of tossing the loose change away, it was time to bring it in for actual cash. There was actually another store that I popped into but their machine was out of order. This Ralph still has there up front right by the floral and self serve register. It's as simple as it gets when using it. Touch the screen to start. From there, toss all the loose coins into the tray and start. It sorts it out and counts the coins for you. Anything that isn't a normal coins gets dispensed down to the return slot. Once you finish, it breaks down and count the totals amount of coins counted. The breakdown of everything that was accepted. To cash out, they print out a voucher where it can be used for purchase or cash from the register. Simple as that. Oh, they do take a certain amount for the fee. Anyways, it's old school but with the coins but it does come in handy... lol... Store, it's your local spot where the neighborhood shop. Depending on when you come, early or evening tends to be when the restocking happens. Throughout the day, it happens but rarely as they rather have it done when the store is less busy. The produce is always pretty fresh with the regular and organic. Meats has alway been great whenever I'm there. Seafood, they have a decent selections. Some stores more than others but it does the trick. Hot deli section has a good selections of premade item. Depending on what day you visit, they have deals. Like fried chicken, rotisserie chicken, pizzas and so on. Different day different special. When checking out, sometimes it's faster to do self check out. But where there's loads in your cart, it's probably a better bet to go into the lines as the groceries does pile up and trying to bag yourself can be a bitch. There's not much negative about this place as it's a pretty straight shot. Plenty of parking in the lot.

This makes the second time in a month we've come home to find that we were being cheated by their…read morebutcher. Last week we asked for a steak in the window. We just assumed we'd get the top one. We find out when we got home he wrapped up one from the bottom that was full of tough fat all around the edges and in large chunks through the steak. It has maybe five good bites on the on the whole 18 dollar steak. Today we asked for beef short ribs. The package he pointed us to was five ribs with only meat showing. They looked great. We drive home and find out they are all bone. The very edge had meet on it which showed through the cellophane. There's maybe a dozen bites of beef on this 24.00 pack of beef ribs. Fruit that goes bad in two days has been something we've seen at Ralph's. Higher prices. Less coupons in the mail. Guess Ralph's is cutting corners and the customers are paying the price.

My family had a really upsetting experience here…read more They were standing in line to pay when the woman who was giving out dumpling samples suddenly rushed over and started going through the items in their cart without permission. She was upset about a small sample paper cup that was sitting inside the cart and accused them of throwing it there. The strange part is that my family member was still holding their own sample cup in their hand and told her that. Instead of realizing it may have been left there by someone else, the woman aggressively snatched the cup from her hand, and continued escalating the situation. The conversation was happening in Korean, and she began insulting them, saying they didn't even speak Korean and couldn't understand what she was saying. We are Korean by the way. All of this over a tiny paper sample cup that wasn't even theirs. The cashier seemed confused and was apologetic, clearly unsure why this woman was acting this way. What was more disappointing was that when it was brought to the owner or manager's attention, the response was dismissive. My family member was asked to let it go, not the worker It's concerning that someone felt comfortable physically reaching into a customer's cart and grabbing something from their hand, and that it was brushed off instead of addressed. Unfortunately, this isn't our first negative experience here. On a previous visit, we bought multiple cabbage that turned out to be rotten inside. I called immediately, took photos, and asked if I could return it. I was told yes, but the person on the phone sounded irritated, like it was somehow my fault. There are other options, like Galleria, where the produce is consistently fresher and the management is noticeably more attentive and welcoming. Very disappointing overall.

Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 4/5 This supermarket is one of my favorites to pick up same sashimi and marinated Korean bbq meat. Parking is always convenient and groceries are fresh. Employees are also friendly and helpful.

I recently visited Q Market and overall had a good experience. The store has a nice variety of…read morePersian groceries, fresh bread, spices, dairy products, and hard-to-find Iranian items. The produce section was decent, and I appreciated being able to find many familiar products in one place. The staff were generally polite and helpful, although the service could be a little faster during busy hours. Prices on some items seemed slightly higher than other nearby markets, but the convenience and product selection made up for it. The store was fairly clean and organized, and parking was manageable. Overall, it's a solid neighborhood Persian market and a good place to shop for Iranian groceries and essentials.

Q Market in the San Fernando Valley (corner of Vanowen and Louise) is convenient if you're looking…read morefor solid halal meat and Persian/Middle Eastern specialty items. They carry a wide variety of unique products you won't easily find at typical grocery stores, making it a really convenient stop for anyone cooking traditional dishes or looking to try something new. The butchers are definitely the standout! They are consistently kind, patient, and genuinely helpful. Whether you need a specific cut or have questions, they take their time and provide excellent service. It really adds a personal touch that is hard to find these days. The cashiers are also very friendly and welcoming, which makes the overal experience even more pleasant. The store itself is well stocked and has a nice selection of spices, pantry staples, and speciaty items that reflect a wide range of Persian and Middle Eastern cuisines. Prices are generally reasonable, especially considering the quality. The only slight downside is the produce section. It's okay, but not as fresh as one would expect compared to the rest of the store. With a bit more attention there, this place could easily be a one stop shop for me. Overall, it's a reliable neighborhood market with great service, excellent halal meat and a strong selection of specialty goods. Definitely worth visiting if you're in the area.

I bought a pound of what they claim is 15% fat ground beef. Not sure what it really was, but it…read moresure didn't look nor taste like ground beef.

I was driving by around lunch time when I saw the tell-tale sign of a good BBQ: Cut-open…read moredrum-barrel emitting smoke in a parking lot. I parked and walked in the store and found out that there is a counter along one wall where you could order BBQ. I ordered a Brisket Burrito and I was asked if I wanted BBQ sauce with it. I should not have said "no". I bet my burrito would taste so much better with it. Without it, my Brisket Burrito is still good. The brisket was tender, juicy, smoky, perfectly seasoned. You could order trays of various BBQ in large amounts too. The person behind the counter suggested I call ahead to minimize the wait. I made the mistake one day of going without calling. I came in the afternoon, too late for lunch and too early for most diners, and found out the BBQ counter closed. Nooo!!!!!! I was counting on a tray of this as my dinner contribution. Lessons learned. By the way, free parking in their lot.

Food4Less Great…read moresavings and deals that definitely impress! Needed a few things for the holidays, but also to stock up on the everyday and can I just say, F4L came through in lots of unexpected ways including in the frozen, produce and dairy sections, okkkkaaay!! The non-dairy milk was/is abundant from Almond to Coconut, Cashew to Rice, classic Soy and even Pea. Beyond grateful for all the Beyond Meat products at the BEST deal in town. Not to mention MorningStar, Impossible and everything in-between. Great snacks, juices, and so many 2 for 1 specials. We found parking right in front in their parking lot on the corner of Sherman Way/Hayvenhurst Avenue. All the staff was personable, even the security was quite the warm person during our visit. While some produce was low, we still managed to find fresh mushrooms and spinach. Shopping with my family we discovered a great bakery area as well, not mention a holiday cake for my mom, niece and nephews. I discovered cookie dough flavored Oreos and dairy free ice cream for myself. During the holidays and peak hours the parking lot is definitely still a zoo of sorts, but be patient, take your time and you'll get in and out easy. I'm not a frequenter of Food4Less locations with other reasonable places closer to me, but this is the closest location and one I'd recommend in the Lake Balboa area of L.A.'s San Fernando Valley, just off the 405 fwy passed the Van Nuys Airport. Typically open 6AM - 12AM/Midnight every day of the week with some differing/reduced hours on holidays. If you been to any Food4Less you know you self bag your groceries. Their plastic bags are super nice, clear and sturdy with the logo on each side. Good spirit selection, locked up in front. Also great wine and beer options, we definitely grabbed so things for Christmas and New Years. Hoping to return again soon for any and all occasions now that I know I've been sleeping on this grocery gem for a bit. I did frequent the Reseda and Canoga Park locations when I lived on the west side of the valley once upon a time ago, but this is definitely one of the more well put together and kept up locations.

This is one of the nicest food 4 less I have ever been in! The store is a lot larger than it…read moreappears on the outside. Great selection, very clean and helpful staff! The only downside is they don't have a legitimate meat department or bakery like the one in Panorama does, but other than that still a good selection and the employees were very friendly. Will be back!

Five stars all around for this recently opened Trader Joe's. Not only because it's convenient, but…read morethey have plenty of parking and it is less hassle. I like this location because it is modern of course because it is new, but it is pretty big and spacious and the Customer Service is amazing. I encountered many employees that were very nice and literally walked over to the aisles with me to show me what I was looking for. You can never go wrong with Trader Joe's prices and healthy options that they do have. This is now my new favorite Trader Joe's to go to, I am so happy that this open in Northridge. Everything was fully stocked and easy to find. However, the only thing that was bad was that the restroom was very dirty, but I did tell one of the employees about that situation and they said they were gonna handle it. Otherwise, the customer service was phenomenal and they were fully stocked with everything that I didn't need with amazing deals. -Marshay D.

Typical Trader Joe's. It's pretty but also a bit smaller than most Trader Joe's, but it feels…read moremodern since it's newer. This location used to be China Buffet, one of my favorites growing up and got me through my days at CSUN. I have a fond attachment to this location because of it, and I will surely miss it. At least something great took its place; however, I don't know if I can ever get past seeing my old favorite buffet as a Trader Joe's. I am heartbroken but glad CSUN has a Trader Joe's now.

This is a great international market featuring a wide range of products. I've been coming here…read morerecently for various reasons but my family has been coming here for many years. Valley Marketplace is a chain and they have stores in Simi Valley and Valencia as well. There are lot of pros to consider: -Great prices with fresh produce (some items not found elsewhere) including some organic items. -Great variety of items from produce, spices, snacks and more (other items include bakery items, frozen foods, alcohol, kitchen/cleaning items etc) featuring American items, Asian items and Middle Eastern -Deli and butcher -Parking is fairly easy. They have a lot in the front but the majority is in the back. -Fast check out -Various stores in the same building featuring a watch store, bakery and take out eatery

I just got home and started unpacking my groceries. The organic white lavash bread was covered with…read moremold. I called the store and reported it to the manager, but he blamed his cashier for not inspecting it before putting it on the shelves. Unbelievable.

This is a super nice Vallarta…read more It seems like they either opened or renovated recently. It's really modern and clean inside. I love the fresh hot food area they have and the tamales on tap. They also have clean restrooms for customers which is nice. It's fun looking around and getting some pan dulce or some fresh pico de gallo. They even have an area where employees are making fresh guacamole. That's honestly incredible and wonderful.

The smoothies here are actually really fresh, flavorful, and worth coming back for. But I was…read morehonestly surprised they wouldn't let me add a banana to one of the smoothies. It's such a simple customization request, so it felt unnecessarily limiting. Small things like flexibility with add-ins can really make the customer experience better.

I have been to this Vons years ago and just recently this past Tuesday afternoon I had told my son…read moreto go and do some shopping from there since he was going to be in Northridge. This Vons is a bigger store than the one in Studio City. It is shared with a lot of businesses and has a lot of parking spaces. He used the self checkout since he finds it easier and faster. He said the aisles were very easy to navigate, clean and inside the store all employees were very helpful. On this visit he got 2 different types of cream cheese. One Strawberry flavor, and the other one Garden Vegetables, he got Traditional Guacamole that comes 4 in a pack. Also, got few frozen foods that were on sale. He bought flowers for me, got sour cream, whipped butter from their dairy department, bread, some canned and jarred food, candy, dried pasta and some soda. They have an enormous section of cakes, slices of different types of pastries, meats, also (marinated meats,) seafood/poultry, ready made soups, deli, long aisles of frozen section, fresh produce (fruits, vegetables) party platters, card section, paper goods, ready made salads, special section for juice/sauces of different kinds. Bakery, also had fresh bread & you can order and customize cakes to your liking for any occasion. We have done that in the past. They used to have Red Box inside the store, I don't know if they still do or not. They have you covered from A to Z!! It is our favorite store to shop at. Any location truly delivers in every way! Thank you all!! Stay true to yourself and to our community.

Very easy to find what I needed, prices are a little high, I went during Mother's Day so that may…read morebe why. Very busy here, but lots of parking outside! Busy area, so streets can be a little packed.

Service is slow. Took them awhile to get another cashier while the line was growing…read more Prices are very good with plenty of sales. Store could use a refresh. Plenty of parking. Good food choices.

I stopped by this Albertsons today to get some ice and fruits. I found parking easily in the plaza…read morethis store is in. The produce is on the right side of the store and the ice is at the entrance of the ride side as well. There no self checkout here so be aware. The staff are friendly and will answers any questions you have. I found everything I needed at the store and the prices were reasonable. Since there no self checkout, the cashier station was kind of backed up but they open more lanes to speed things up.