Bonfare's stock always surprises me. I live a few blocks away and its almost like I can count on Bonfare to carry something that I may have forgotten during grocery shopping. Pleasantly surprised when I found out they had avocados and ginger. Lots of frozen food options on days that you don't have delivery/ take-out/ cooking options (not that I recommend it, given the health aspect, but I guess once in a while is okay). Here are a few things to be careful with: - The mini oranges/ cuties begin to rot really fast - Yogurt gets bitter within a few days of opening despite being refrigerated - Prices are definitely higher than your regular grocery store so don't make Bonfare your go-to place for too many groceries read more

As of August 2025, closing soon Cousin lives nearby Walked the beach and tried their location a few times Prices not shown, but seems a bit high Understandable with their high rent probably Usually just chips and drinks Tried their fried chicken, now rebranded as "Chicken King" I believe Pretty good, can't do wrong with anything fried Service are mid but helpful Other than that, they're closing So hopefully we could help them out a bit before they close forever 20% off everything even the alcohol so swing by read more

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Very rude staff. Mopping the floor is more important than customer safety. I stopped to grab some milk, and the young man was mopping the floor in the back of the store. No wet floor signs. So I carefully walk across to the coolers. On the way to checkout, he says I can't go down the aisle because it's wet. Well, I can't go the other way because he's mopping there. He said "well I have to clean." So I have to step over a mop bucket and walk on wet floors. Then I get up the cashier, and he decided to start counting lotto tickets while I wait....and wait. Never again, will I stop here at night. read more

Besides selling typical convenience store supplies (drinks, snacks, minor household items, lotto tickets etc) this Bonfare Market also makes fried chicken. While buying some lotto tickets I decided to try a 2 piece combo of their fried chicken (comes with a small lightly glazed, buttermilk biscuit). Fried chicken was surprisingly really crispy and crunchy and not dry inside. Though it doesn't have all the spices and seasonings compared to KFC, there was a bit of kick to the batter (slightly salty too but not too much) and it seemed the meat was brined with salt and a little bit of chili flavor/oil. It was a decent deal at under $6 too. Located at the T-intersection of Webster St and Central Ave with plenty of parking. read more

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Decent market for this area of Alameda!! I used to come in here often, long ago, when I used to play basketball at nearby Washington Park. Markets always come with market prices, so I usually just get something to drink. Parking isn't too bad in this plaza as this market is the main draw here. But it's very well stocked, ok service as far as I could tell!! read more

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I just went into this market to redeem my winnings from a powerball ticket and was met with the most incompetent, rude person that I have ever dealt with at this market. My winning ticket was for $4 and so I asked her for 4 Super Lotto tickets($1 each) instead of the cash. I then gave her a $20 bill and asked for 10 Powerball tickets($2 each). She clearly didn't bother to listen because she ends up giving me one Super Lotto ticket($1 total) and 5 powerball tickets ($10 total). When I tried to explain what I asked for versus what she gave me, she became agitated and short with me. She forgot that I am owed $4 on top of the $20 I gave her so she starts saying that I am wrong and that I cannot get my 3 Super Lotto tickets and my 5 Powerball tickets because I have already $9 worth of tickets and it won't add up with my $20 in her hand. Again, she clearly forgot about the $4 winnings I had. The guys who I always deal with had to come in and fix it because she didn't want to be helpful. She wanted to argue and be abrasive and combative. She probably would've tried to physically fight me if she wasn't working. Once I got what I asked for from the guys who know what there doing, she continued to sat that I was wrong all along and as I left she yells at me, "YOU'RE NOT GOING TO WIN ANYWAYS!!" Completely unnecessary and unprofessional! I will take my business elsewhere. That lady shouldn't be interacting with customers if she doesn't want to listen and be combative once someone tries to get what they actually asked for. My photo shows her purposely hiding from my camera. If I was so wrong and she was so right, then why hide!? read more

Bonfare Market - Rude, combative lady at Bonfare Market at the end of Webster in Alameda. - Grocery Near Me - Alameda, California

Zero today. I have always liked coming here. Perusing the aisles and finding a treat at a counter on a lovely day when you wanna walk around Park street with your family, or a friend. But today - that changed. A very grumpy white guy decided to project his racism onto a sweet Black woman and this is not ok. Saying "you people" about a whole entire race is not ok. I work in customer service I get what that's like but to do this to someone no matter the setting is never ok. read more

It was Thursday 8/10th/2023, I went to Bonfare market to buy lunch at the Krispy Krunchy Chicken within the market. This happened, I go there frequently and order a 2 piece dark. I went up to the counter to pay and the cost was higher than usual ( $6.62) I asked the cashier " did the price go up"? He was agitated and said "yes it went up". I asked when and he said long time ago, do you want it or not?" He said you never been here before and I told him I come here frequently! Are you here 6am in the morning he said raising his voice. As I was talking to him he moved over to another register to help someone who came behind me. I told him I come here all the time and it wasn't a higher price. This man started yelling "do you want it or not! So I said "No I don't like our attitude"! He said "I DONT LIKE YOU, GET OUT". i asked why don't you like me? I see you left me to help the gentleman next to me (caucasian man) ! He got upset "you people always go there"! I don't like you , get out! So I told him I would call the manager, he said "call whoever you want, call Bonfare! I don't care! When I walked out of the door a man was standing at the door and said I'm sorry you had to go through that, you seem like a nice lady! Very bad customer service on August 10th at the Bonfare market, the Krispy Krunchy lady was very nice. My days of going into Bonfare Market in The Central Ave Plaza in Alameda on Central, are over. I'm a black 69 years old woman, why would I want to argue about 2 pieces of chicken and I didn't yell at him once. I was just trying to get information about price changes. It's called customer service. I have NEVER been treated like this before in all my years! read more

Saving myself the experience based on word of mouth. One of the kindest people I know was mistreated and racially profiled in your store today. It was disheartening to hear. I am alerting my family and friends and will not be visiting your establishment. The words of the cashier were powerful... "Tell who you want, I don't care... "You People" always do this, tell Bonfair if you want... well guess what, this only the beginning prior to the next Chamber of Commerce gathering... Being rude is bad enough but racially insulting and degrading a female speaks volumes.... The elderly woman requested clarity about the "green" that was being spent with your business and it was made into a black issue for no reason... so unfortunate. read more

Date: 8/22/2015 Time: 1:00 PM 72° Sunny Bonfare Market had a grand opening event under new management today. The correct address is 650 Central Avenue, Suite H; not Suite B. The business is also family-owned. The market is okay for convenience only. The prices are higher for grocery items than chain supermarkets (Safeway, Nob Hill, Lucky). The only good deal that they had was a large pepperoni pizza for $5.99. The pizza was edible. At least the crust did not taste like cardboard...lol. Because of their grand opening, they were holding a raffle for free gifts (tee shirts, ice buckets, pizza certificates, bottles of wine, a wall clock) about every 15 minutes. The manager/owner was even handing out a free slice of pepperoni pizza to everybody standing around. Return trip? Probably for the pepperoni pizza at the price of $5.99, plus tax, when I don't feel like cooking. read more

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Not a fan here because the prices are expensive and the person behind the counter was not friendly. No greeting or anything. There were quite a few people in line but that shouldn't give reason to have a bad attitude. Just scanned my items and said the total. Gave me my change, told me how much it was, and that's it. Nothing except an unfriendly attitude. This location is near one of my favorite Pho places and I wanted to get some candy so I stopped in here. I don't plan on visiting again because the guy was simply rude. read more

Bonfare Market has unpriced beers, pricey groceries, sodas, etc. great place to go in the wee hours (till midnight) -before then, i would go elsewhere for cheaper stuff. 2 stars for value drink: fuze tea(.99) -not a lot of sugar drips: -friendly checkout, if u don't a cashier, check in front of store. read more

Have to say , tonight was my 1st time coming here . I have lived on this island for 7 years and never stepped foot ( it is kind of hidden) Whomever was behind the counter tonight , is the reason I will return , time & time again . Fantastic and polite service , extremely welcoming , & extremely rare these days read more

American Idol lollipops, celebrity endorsed Kraft Dinner and Moon Pies. Mmm, Bonfare! Seriously, Bonfare sells a slight selection of dairy products and your basic produce (lemons, limes, ginger and such). It's much more than a convenience store, but not nearly Safeway or Lucky's. Lots of liquor and wine specials though! read more

Don't try to go-to this store anytime from an hour before it says it will close, they just seem to close whenever they feel like and you just wasted your time...just go to the gas station 2 min away it will never be closed read more

Who knew that this little market would now be my go-to for Take-and-Bake Pizza! And it is $4.99 for an entire pizza! The dough is made onsite, the pepperoni pizza was loaded with pepperoni - no skimping. Just pop in the oven at 350 for about 30 minutes. The staff was really friendly and takes much pride in their store. They have a pretty big selection for a convenience store and the prices are reasonable. Glad I finally discovered this place! read more

A store that is family owned and it's personality reflects that. Go for the pizza, Better than Little Caesars plus they also have the take and bake option! read more

Has a decent collection of stuff, including my favorite potato chips.

Good sized market, but nothing special about it. It's somewhat generous of a rating given the service. I waited at the counter recently with two people behind the counter and waited over a minute to be greeted or assisted. Hopefully this is an anomaly, but I'll be less likely to go back. read more

Yup, this place has a lot. Ownership is friendly and courteous. Prices are good. Large wine selection! Take and bake pizzas are good and we'll worth the price! read more

Very nice people working here. They carry our favorite wines and the occasional snacks we crave.

convenient, cheaper than most corner liquor stores in the area

Awesome hours for Alameda (open till midnight), and good beer selection. Really, what more could you ask for when you need some basic staples or snacks or beer late at night and you live in East Alameda? Nice owner, too. read more