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

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

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).

I just had the most delicious turkey, blue cheese, and bacon sandwich, warm on a roll. I was with…read morea couple of other people and their sandwiches were great too.

El Cerrito has bunch of amazing "ethnic" grocery stores tn Roong Jing Jing grocery is one of them…read more The store is tiny and has specific Thai grocery products. Their super power is the Thai take out "pop up" that happens every Saturday morning where about a dozen local That restaurants drop off take out dinners. you get there before late morning and you'll have a wide assortment of That foods, including Holy Basil Chicken and egg which is the s--t. all the curries and noodle and rice dishes you expect plus desserts. the only think I tend not to get there is rice since I live right nearby and have a rice cooker at home but seriously. go there Saturday morning pick up a few things and you'll have a 24 hour Thai Food Feast. You do not want to miss this.

The interior is very small, but they have a great selection of prepackaged foods and groceries…read more If you like international snacks, this is the place to load up on your next haul! The ready-made food and desserts looked delicious, though a part of me worries about the rice/meats being left out unrefrigerated.

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.

Great mom and pop store in a small community. They have so many types of cheese there! Always…read moreparking in the area which makes it easier. They also have boba, coffee, vietnamese iced cofee and other drinks. Service is great, owner there is so friendly and sweet. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

This is my second most favorite farmers market. My most favorite farmers market is the Larkspur…read moreFarmers market which has more organic vegetables and fruit. The reason I come to this one more often is because it's closer to me in the East Bay. They don't have a lot of organic produce and the prices for all the produce is a bit high for what it is. There's a lot of different pastry booths and there's a Semi Freddy's Cafe close by. The Frog Hollow farm has great fruit and pretty good simple pastries. They also offer their fruit preserves on a discount that is much cheaper than in stores or online. Their apricot preserves is one of their best ones and has the least amount of sugar. I come here quite often to get lunch on the weekends. There's also a really nice rotisserie chicken truck that makes amazing rotisserie chicken for about $17 and they also have rotisserie duck and rotisserie pork. They have a lot of roasted vegetables that can come with their rotisserie meat but unfortunately, all their potatoes and vegetables are covered with animal grease so it is not for people watching their cholesterol. It's easy to pick up a whole rotisserie chicken for a lovely Sunday meal and have leftovers for work for a few days. It's better than any rotisserie chicken from the supermarket but will cost about twice as much. However, you get to see them roast your chicken so you know it's very fresh and the skin is crisp.

A friend of mine recently served a roast pork that he bought at Kensington farmers market and let…read moreme tell you it was banging!!! I stopped by here recently on the way home from the gym and let me tell you this place is a hidden gem!! The variety of edible and goods that they sell here.OMG! I'd have to say this is one of the best farmers markets I've ever attended. I bought some farm fresh eggs that were absolutely delicious and the pastries here ... so many varieties and they have music here as well. This is definitely a place to experience.!!!

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.

Yum! I remember going to Brezo back when they were located at Point Richmond, and I've heard about…read moretheir move to Solano Ave for quite some time. Most recently I finally was able to give them a try. So glad we did! We came around lunch time and sat at a booth. There were other worker bees grabbing a quick lunch. The service was quick, efficient and friendly, and we ordered the French onion soup to start, and split the fried chicken sandwich and Philly cheesesteak sandwich. The sandwiches come with a side, so one plate we did fries with a house-made aioli and the other plate, their quinoa kale salad. Delicious. Such hearty portions! The bread is so fresh, the meat juicy and ample, and flavors just right. We also ordered beer on tap, shoutout to Oakland United, and tried their house-made hot sauce that they also sell by the bottle. Would love to come back to try brunch here too. I also saw a patron ordering the quinoa kale salad with fried chicken, and yes, that's the vibe! Pricing is fair for the quality and quantity, and street parking available (although the restaurant is located at the bottom of Solano where it tends to be a bit more busy). Women-owned biz, and they also were on Check Please! Bay Area.

Better than 4 stars…read more $19+tt Tri tip sandwich and potato leek soup side. The soup was chefs kiss. The tri tip was aw wonderful assembly of meat, bread, arugula, carmelized onions and mushrooms. Would eat again.

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!

A much needed south Asian store in Albany! We went today which seemed like opening weekend. They…read morewere a little small but are still getting supplies up and going and still need a fridge for perishable items. Today they had Diwali supplies. We are looking forward to visiting them frequently as our local store.

Not to be dramatic but one of the greatest grocery stores in East Bay. If you're in the area this…read morehas to be the place to shop at now, it's actually affordable, the staff is nice, the selection is great, the food is fresh. I seriously cannot recommend it enough.

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.

Absolutely lovely shop and eatery and the service was super friendly, cheese sandwich stupid good…read moreand every other snack and dish we got was delicious. Highly recommend and bring your dog next door and have a pint at Ocean View to enjoy your eats with.

Great spot! Had a curry rice bowl and a corned beef sandwich. Both were fantastic,. Can't wait…read moreto come back and try more options. Also grabbed beers next door.