This compact specialty market has been open for over a year, and I really like how the merchandise…read morereflects local purveyors with no corporate brands. Starting with an arresting blow-up of Italian movie star Monica Vitti behind the checkout, it's a visually pleasing emporium because it's not overcrowded with idiosyncratic products. The wine collection is particularly interesting with labels unknown to me. I've been tempted by the delectables in the Grab & Go section, but I've demurred for the sake of discretion. In fact, having almost no knowledge of any of these products, I only recently bought something here because I want to support them. I got a box of Rooibos tea and a jar of Hawaiian masala (Photo 10). I look forward to buying more in the future, though one thought I had was that this store would benefit from samples. On a previous visit, there was a bakery pop-up in front (Photo 8), and I think more of that activity could encourage more in-store traffic. It'll be interesting to see how this business evolves. RELATED - Exploring Solano Avenue? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/eyjAJU1VZv

I LOVE THIS STORE SO MUCH!!!…read more It's so lovingly & carefully curated with yummy items. I come in every week or so to check out new items. Great selection of gourmet goodies-- I regular go in for snacks, cooking sauces from around the world, ice cream, canned drinks, honey & condiments. Appreciate they have plenty of vegan options. They also have a good selection of wines. The owners & staff are super friendly. They love to chat & answer any questions you have. It's a small but mighty space. Very clean & cheerful (not sure how else to describe it? I always smile when I enter!) SHOP LOCAL AND SUPPORT OUR WONDERFUL SMALL BUSINESSES

Super service and a great deli. We grab all our gahe day sandwiches here and are never disappointed.read more

Located inside Young's Market. There was no wait when I went…read more I ordered 3 sandwiches: Reuben Pastrami, Smoked Turkey, and Smoked Salmon. My total was $52. I only ate the Smoked Salmon, so I can only review that one. I enjoyed it! There was a lot of smoked salmon (dare I say too much?) and it tasted of... smoked salmon. The sandwich was filling because of how much salmon there was. The bread was kind of thin and falling apart so it was a little messy to eat. The sandwich would have been better with hardier slices of bread and more evenly spread salmon. I heard good reviews about the other sandwiches. I purchased drinks from Young's while my sandwiches were being made. Parking was surprisingly easy (Sunday at 11am).

Hidden gem mom n pop shop carrying Thai grocery and yummy precooked foods on Saturdays! It's a very…read moresmall and narrow store but carries so my gems. I've been wanting to come here for a while but I live a bit farther so I never got to go until recently and now I wonder why I didn't make an effort to go sooner! I went right as they opened on a Saturday and their shelves were full of yummy precooked savory Thai dishes and there is a section specific just for desserts. Everything was reasonably priced, most dishes were $13ish and the desserts were $5-6ish. Everything was delicious, the chicken pad Thai, the spicy chicken Thai fried rice and chicken Thai basil with rice and fried egg. Nothing sucked! For desserts I highly recommend getting the sticky rice wrapped banana or taro or any of the pandan deserts, nothing was disappointing. All hangers! They also carry Thai tea and palm sugar and most staples to cook Thai cuisine. It was a bit intimidating at first because everyone there was speaking Thai and it was mostly locals stocking up on precooked foods but the owners are so lovely and nice. Definitely try to go at opening on Saturdays!!

IDK what kitchens or who cooks these but they are solid for the price. A little low on meat…read moreportions but prices are better than any sit down restaurant nearby. Only sells food 10am Saturdays. 9/10, hidden gem of Thai cuisine with sweet owners, would def recommend and def come again.

This family home business gets better every time you come by not only do they have the freshest and…read moremost delicious cheeses and a huge white variety but they also have a large array of vegan foods lots of regional foods as well packaged goods, lots of different cheese, another assortment and crackers for you to host and cheeses, nuts organic peanut butter fresh charcuterie meats, no even Lobner and desserts. Amazing coffee boba etc as well. And the service is always 6*. And tons of spices etc. For anything you need.

Raxakoul Coffee & Cheese has been a Kensington favorite for decades, run by siblings Pete and Marie…read moreafter their parents first built the shop into a community hub. They roast their own coffee, cut massive cheese blocks into affordable portions, and stock everything from Parisian cheeses to local favorites like Judy's Breadsticks and Yvonne's cookies. It's a one-stop spot for gourmet snacks, wine, and even the best boba tea in town. Beyond the shelves, the Raxakoul family is deeply community-minded, supporting schools, seniors, and local events--making every visit feel like you're part of their story.

Shout out to Anna's Seafood! They always have an excellent variety of fish and shellfish. My wife…read morealways heads to Higher Land Coffee and my sons go crazy for Squabisch Pretzels. All of us love the fresh fruit and veggies. We still haven't tried the rotisserie chicken or bbq but it always smells delicious.

Kensington Farmer's Market is a bit out of our normal roaming range, so we haven't been here in…read moreyears. This market is on the smaller side but offers a reasonable selection of produce as well as items such as Tamales, Seafood and more. I would offer a suggestion though. If dogs are truly prohibited, place a sign at the bottom of the street as well as the top of the street. We entered from the bottom with our "Princess" and walked all the way through. A couple of people looked at me but didn't say anything. When I got to the top, I saw a sandwich board sign stating, "No Dogs; No Smoking; No Smoking Dogs" and "Service Dogs are Welcome". Conversely, if no one really cares, get rid of the sign at the top of the hill. While my wife walked down the hill to look at the other stalls, I walked around the block and returned to the bottom of the market, just to check for a sign that I may have missed. No sign. I'm not going to lie and say that our dog is a "service dog" because she's not. At the same time, I don't like the idea that I was "breaking" a "rule" that I wasn't aware of.

I'll drop my rating one star, as under new ownership, the variety of product offerings has…read moredecreased. It seems like the offerings are more of the mainstream varieties, and fewer of the artisan or small-batch ones. This is evident in their soda and chip selection, particularly. The new owners are nice enough, for sure. No issue there. I just appreciate that the previous owners tried to carry different things that set them apart from what one would find at Safeway or another larger grocery.

Very expensive, I get they're trying to cater to all the rich people who live on Arlington but some…read moreof us need groceries and have bills we have to pay. Prices out of control but good quality stuff. Still much more affordable at a chain though.

The brunch food here is excellent. Haven't tried dinner yet…read more The chicken pesto & tri tip sandwiches are our particular favorites. Their tomato basil soup is also delicious. Staff are friendly and attentive. The restaurant is very effective for dining in or takeout.

Horrible service. Walked in to try for the first time and they told us there is a 20 minute wait to…read morebe seated bc a reservation of 6 just arrived (the complete party didn't even arrive, only 2 ppl were there). We were a party of 5 (3 children) and they had a booth (which we always fit) but she refused to seat us there. There's also 2 four top tables open, they could've easily added a chair to one of them. She stated she has to stagger to seat people and said it would be a 20 mins wait. My cousin and I have both worked/raised in the restaurant business and would never give such horrible service. We left and will never return due to this poor experience. Ended up going to M cafe - we checked in and let them know we're good with a 4 top table bc we have 3 kids. They were PACKED, no empty table, with a 15 mins waitlist but we got seated within 5 mins - at a 4 top table with a chair added!! Quick and excellent service there!!

TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE i went in the guy had food all over his mouth he said he didn't have…read moreenough cash to do my pickup via Ria so i came back in 2 hours and he's telling me it says invalid but then he says it's his first time doing it he can't even tell me how many digits the number is supposed to be. These people offer these services and then can't even follow through or be bothered to learn how to complete a transaction on a service that you offer

This is a gem of a Nepali market. The selection is pretty good especially considering the very…read moresmall amount of space they have. They are always so nice!

I didn't realize there was a Japanese market in the area! I wanted to make poke nachos, but didn't…read morewant to drive to the fish market in Albany. I was able to find almost everything I needed at this market. They have sashimi, seaweed salad, imitation crab sticks, packaged and prepared food, meat, snacks, etc. It's a nice little store with a lot to offer. I'd come back again.

This is a small, what looks like a family-run spot, that I really enjoy visiting. The staff are…read moreconsistently polite, welcoming, and always happy to help, which makes a big difference every time I stop by. I usually come here to pick up snacks, and it's become a favorite for my little one, they absolutely love the Meiji chocolate, and this is the closest place where I can reliably find it. Even though the store is on the smaller side, it should meet your daily needs. You'll find essentials like dairy and fresh fruit, along with more specialty items like miso paste and a variety of Japanese seasonings. It's compact, but thoughtfully organized, and has most things you will need without feeling overwhelming.

the new "Apple-y Ever After " menu is delish! fun, tasty,…read moreimaginative ways to get your "apple-day"...

Outstanding Beer selections, very Friendly Vibe and attentive Service. I brought 3 out of Town…read moreGuests there and we had a wonderful time. 5 Stars !