Cancel

Open app

Search

Epicurus Gourmet

4.8 (222 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

Epicurus Gourmet Photos

Recommended Reviews - Epicurus Gourmet

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Excited to finally come here!
Dave H.

Gem of a gourmet food store for all foodies, chefs and everyone who loves an adventure in some of the best food products from around the world. Nice selection of candies, sweets, cookies, jams, pasta, sauces, breads, chocolate, snacks from all around the world. Gourmet Frozen croissant and bread ready to bake, large selection of cheeses, pates, and deli items. A wonderful store to find new things to try! Super friendly staff and plenty of parking. What a hidden culinary gem!

Epicurus haul
Nancy Q.

What a great place to get goods from around the world! From the outside it looks like a warehouse with parking lot. I could never tell from the outside that they sell food inside. They even have the pulling baskets just like Paris does. Super friendly and knowledgeable team that help us decide from the huge assortment of items. They have a huge variety of tinned seafood, French butters, and cheeses. There's so much to choose from, I was here for an hour to browse every option before making my selections. I was impressed they have vietnam white peppercorns because that's my favorite pepper. I feel like I'm saving on flight tickets by getting my goods here. My friend got bread, Pate, fig jam, and pickles to enjoy just like he did in France. My other friend got an assortment of Asian chili oils that she enjoys on top of everything. I'm looking forward to trying the seafood tins I got.

Entrance
Kelly K.

Located in a non-descriptive space, Epicurious Gourmet has a treasure trove of amazing gourmet food items. I don't know why I waited so long to visit! Upon entering there are shopping carts and baskets. Take a rolling one (trust me) and get ready for a wonderful store filled with food stuffs that will make you swoon. The neatly stacked shelves are filled with things like chocolate, jam, pasta, tinned seafood, chips, and pasta are all neatly organized. Tags indicating country of origin (largely from Europe) are helpful. There are refrigerators full of charcuterie, cheese, and French butter. Freezers have ready to bake breads and pastries from a bakery in Canada. It's actually quite overwhelming (in a very good way), if you don't know what you need. You'll definitely see lots of things you want. The people that work here seem happy and are very helpful. When we were looking at chips, one of the employees shared his favorites. The best part of the visit was meeting the owner. He was enthusiastic and extremely informative! He told us that everything in the store was sampled and scrutinized for taste and quality. He knew everything about the products and why they were sourced. He helped me find a delicious arbequina olive oil from Italy and tins of sardines packed it butter. Swoon. By the end of our visit my basket was full! While the items here are pricey I truly think that the quality is worth it. Parking is plentiful and conveniently located just outside. The store is clean and well organized. Bring your own reusable shopping bags because you'll need it for all the wonderful goodies. Definitely returning! LOCATION: 4/5 FOOD: 5/5 SERVICE: 10/5 VALUE: 4/5 AMBIANCE: 4/5 PET FRIENDLY: not sure CLEANLINESS: 5/5 PARKING: 5/5

Green tea display
Samantha E.

Their tinned fish section is amazing! There were so many options. I didn't know what to get. The grocer helped me choose and I'm excited to try them! I think I went into a fugue state because when I left, I had over $200 in gourmet items! I picked up some amazing cheeses, meats, tinned fish, olive oil, and French butter. They also had my favorite olive oil. I bought 2 bottles. They were smaller bottles than what I would normally purchase, but per ounce it was still less expensive than my usual 750ml one. Saving money on my favorite consumables is a total score in my book! I will definitely be going again, but maybe I will have to put myself on a budget. The whole experience was wonderful!

Hot DAYUM look at this Tea selection!
Pam S.

For food lovers like myself, there's no better place to discover true epicurean delights. From butters, pastries, and artisan breads to sardines, olive oils, cheeses, and caviar--this shop has everything you need to create an unforgettable dinner party or a beautifully curated gourmet picnic. I've been coming here for years, and it has long been a staple for me, and many others, especially during the holidays. It's one of those special places you return to again and again because you know you'll always find something exceptional. The service is consistently helpful, and the prices are exactly what you'd expect for thoughtfully sourced, imported items from afar. Respectfully reviewed.

Linda C.

Where has this place been my whole life?! We walked in hunting mizithra cheese (didn't have it today), and ended up wandering around like kids in a candy store except the candy is artisan cured meats, cheeses from around the globe, mustards, vinegars, olive oils, sauces, and all kinds of gourmet goodies. They literally stock over 2,500 items from Europe and beyond, with new arrivals showing up every week. The employee was super helpful and suggested a La Tur cheese from Caseificio dell'Alta Langa, (he said it's similar to triple cream Brie) and one of their French baguettes (baked in Montréal and shipped in frozen, how awesome is that???!!!!! ). We also grabbed a pistachio mortadella on a whim. Back home, we threw together a quick charcuterie board and let me tell you, that baguette was insane. 7 minutes in the air fryer at 350F and out came what might honestly be the best baguette I've ever had. Crispy on the outside, pillowy soft inside, paired with that La Tur (which I normally don't even like Brie-like cheese) and boom: total foodie epiphany. This place really is a food lover's playground. Whether you're stocking up for a special board or just want to explore weird and wonderful flavors you can't find at the usual grocery store, it's worth a stop. Honestly already plotting my next haul. Highly recommend dropping by if you're into good food and great finds.

Maddy M.

What a hidden gem! I've heard about this spot for a while and didn't really know what to expect. It's in a warehouse type building, so there's not much signage. It's pretty bare bones inside, but there are shelves and shelves of AMAZING products you can't find anywhere else. I did like two solid laps in the store before actually shopping because I was in awe of what they had to offer. An employee came over and asked if I needed help and honestly, I didn't really know what I was looking for, but I told her I was interested in some sort of Italian chocolate treat. She picked out these cookies for me that I think have changed my life. I would upload a picture but the bag may or may not have already been fully consumed. They are called Pan di Selle! They've got pastas, sauces, candies, butters, jams, and sardines galore! They also have baking supplies for making bread for any sourdough people out there! I ended up getting the bag of cookies, a bag of pasta and a little jar of pesto. I can't wait to cook them up! I definitely think this would be a fun place to shop for the foodie in your life. Prices are not too bad, depending on the item. I can't wait to come back to do some holiday shopping! The inside of the store is very spacious which makes for a pleasant shopping experience.

Butter!!!
Reveka G.

I've been supporting this business for about two years now, spreading the word, and commuting quite a ways to get my preferred bread baking flour..... HOWEVER, with time, I found expired or near expired ingredients on the shelves and not the reaction I expected when I brought it to their attention. Even with all the social media hype, it seems that certain products are not moving off the shelves quickly enough. They agreed to special order certain varieties of flour for me but I had to persistently follow-up; the level of customer service promised or implied isn't what I experienced. This is a great little warehouse with lots of goodies, and I'll continue to pop in when I'm in the area, but I feel they fell short in aligning with the type of customer and home chef/baker who values freshness and quality.

Prices in 2026
Angela D.

My hubby and I had so much spending $400+ in 1 hour lol. We went throughout the entire store, picking out imported goods that looked good and fun to try. We got 2 types of caviar, beautiful chocolates, cans and cans of sardines, white fish, anchovies and everything we think we needed. I forgot to pick up French butter that everyone raves about so I will have to come back. Matty was so helpful and suggested food pairings to different things we bought so we'd have the best party of 2 assortment spread at home. What a treat and fun store to visit.

Nijole T.

Wonderful grocery store with a huge selection! They carry brands and items that are hard to find elsewhere. Don't pass up under frozen baguettes and croissants, they are imported and absolutely delicious! I always stock up on their pasta, sauces, and meats in the freezer, as well of their cans of tuna and sardines! Prices are high, but considering the novelty of the items and the quality it is worth the splurge! Plenty of free and easy parking and the staff was also very friendly and helpful, highly recommended if you are looking to cook a special meal!

Tinned fish
Roger G.

Great selection of canned products, with a vast selection of just about everything under the sun! We picked some nice caviar and all the fixings, made for a delicious afternoon treat. Not something I have the budget for weekly, but a nice treat.

A plethora of goods!
Lilian F.

A fun little shop with unique, curated items that you may not find in your average grocery store! It's accessible through a pretty empty side lot with plenty of parking. There was a decent amount of foot traffic inside and we had no issues with parking. Once inside, it feels like you are inside a large warehouse with racks and tables of curated goods. You can expect to find goods ranging from all your specialty charcuterie needs (multiples fridges against one wall with lots of cheeses, pate, meats as well as olives, crackers, jams) to items that you may want to experiment with in your home kitchen. They have a wide selection of dried pasta shapes, olive oils and even a selection of jars of duck fat, beef tallow, butters. If you're just looking for some fun snacks, they have things ranging from imported shortbread crackers to foie gras chips. They also have a selection of some Asian goodies -- but other than maybe some special shoyu you can probably get these elsewhere in a grocery store within the price mark up. Only giving it one less star because for the average consumer things might be on the pricier side but great place to explore for special occasions, gifts, or if you just want to be a bit experimental with your cooking/food! Definitely stop by if you love a good charcuterie spread!

See all

Reviews are largely positive. Shoppers highlight the unique global selection, friendly and helpful staff, and a clean, organized store with ample parking.

Read the full review summary in the app

Photo of Zandra C.
39
79
869

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 20
Thanks 12
Love this 19
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 10
Thanks 4
Love this 7
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

10 months ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 1
Love this 6
Oh no 0

10 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 1

11 months ago

Helpful 15
Thanks 5
Love this 12
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 4

5 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 3
Love this 3
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 2

1 year ago

Helpful 6
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 1

9 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 1
Photo of Sue L.
274
597
93

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Nancy R.
80
54
13

5 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 3
Love this 2
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of M. V.
1
67
3

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Mary P.
1530
602
264

7 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Inga M.
202
14
2

3 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Arpy L.
14
158
39

8 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Seek this out if you're a foodie looking for stuff you can't find in regular stores. It's pricey but worth it every once in a while.

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 4
Love this 3
Oh no 0

6 months ago

If you love sardines. Please go here. It's little bit pricey but so much canned fish! It's just pretty to look at

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Chris S.
503
92
2

6 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 1
Love this 3
Oh no 1

Page 1 of 6

Ask the Community - Epicurus Gourmet

Do you carry Black Pudding?

Hi. Thanks for asking. We don't carry black pudding, but we do carry boudin noir sausage.

Hello, do you have prepared foods that can be eaten onsite?

Hi C.K., We do not sell prepared foods or have onsite dining. Thank you for asking.… 

Hi. How much is the bordier butter?

The prices vary depending on the butter.

Do you carry lamb merguez sausage by chance?

I was there a few weekends ago and did not see it in the freezer section.

Hello! Do you guys have Blinis and Crème Fraiche ? Planning to throwing a Caviar party and don't…

Yes we do!

Do you guys no longer carry Espinaler salsa and tinned fish? I love their products but it didn't appear to be stocked on the shelves last few times I visited.

No, sorry, they haven’t been available to us for a while. We do have a large selection of other (very delicious) tinned fish currently available.

Hi, do you sell Jamon Iberico?

Yes!

Do you carry Italian candies?

Yes! A fine line of Italian licorice and nougats

Do you carry Alain Milliat mustard, mayonnaise and ketchup?

Hi! We carry Alain Milliat mustard, mayonnaise and ketchup in the 30 gram mini jars. Thanks!

Do you carry panettone? Or can I order customized panettone bread with less sugar?

Hi. We have fabulous panettone, imported from Italy, available during the winter holiday months. Thank you!

Do you carry La Conviette mini french butter roll - salted?

Yes!

Hello, Do you, by any chance carry butter sheets for croissants?

Hi! We currently offer Isigny Butter Sheets by special order only. Please give us a call if you are interested and we can give you more details. Thanks!

Do you carry escargot?

Hi Trisha. Yes, we carry French escargot, in 1.5 dozen and 6 dozen tins. Thanks!

Do you have chestnut purée?

Hello Michele. We carry many chestnut items including chestnut spread and whole cooked chestnuts, but chestnut purée would currently be a special order item.

Do you carry Foie Gras? If so how much?

No, sorry, at this time (November 2020) it is illegal to sell foie gras within the state of California.

Do you carry any Panforte Margherita?

Hello. Panforte Margherita is a winter holiday item (November & December) and currently is in stock but can sell out quickly. Thanks!

Do they sell marron glaces?

Hi! Marrons glacés, if available, are a winter holiday item (November & December). Thanks!

Do you offer gift certificates?

Yes, you can purchase gift certificates at our warehouse in North Hollywood.

Does anyone know if they sell fresh truffles and caviar?

Hello Raymond. Yes, we sell sturgeon caviar as well as trout and salmon roe. We also offer fresh truffles, when in season, by special order only. Thanks! - Epicurus Gourmet

View All 26 Questions

Review Highlights - Epicurus Gourmet

“I got frozen pastries and I also got some French butter and their selection is massive with different flavors.”

Mentioned in 20 reviews

Read more highlights

Little Nelly - Inside

Little Nelly

4.6(173 reviews)
3.6 mi
•$$
Grab-and-go
Locally owned & operated

Little Nelly may elicit a Whoa Nelly after your first try…read more I just wrapped up a takeout lunch, snack, and beverage from Little Nelly and felt compelled to work off all the extra calories I just consumed by doing some rapid typing exercise on Yelp. The shop is completely non-descript from the street. The lettering is small and the windows are tinted and you feel like you're about to enter a drab office, but when you open the door, you're treated to a feast for the senses. The space spans a mix of cafe, boutique gift shop, and bodega. Everything feels curated and little discoveries await you for those who are culinary minded. For example, I discovered that they sell frozen burritos from Las Palmas and frozen pizzas from Mozza?! Someone clearly knows their way across the culinary food map of Los Angeles. If you can pry your eyes long enough from wandering the corners of the store, you can finally place your order of breakfast, lunch or coffee/tea. I just took my cold cuts sandwich on house-made ciabatta to the proverbial mattress. The bread had enough structure to handle the piles of quality deli meats, yet was less dense than some other ciabatta breads I've tried. But, it did an admirable job packing in the flavors from the spicy peppers, cheese, meats. Wow. I'm just gonna say that this cold cuts sandwich was one of my top 3 from LA. As I grazed the bakery display, a patron whispered that I should try the biscuit with jam and butter. The guy was wearing Cheetos socks so I immediately felt that his recommendation was trustworthy. I threw in my lot with the biscuit and oh boy, did it (and his recommendation) deliver. Humble looking on the outside, there's a nice salted, buttery crust to the exterior that opens up to an inviting platform to slather on creamy butter and jam. I fully understand why he felt the extra calories were worth it. I'd do it again. Of course, I couldn't order a biscuit without a drink, so I tried their summery limoncello cream iced matcha with oat milk - summers in Kyoto and Sicily combine for a refreshing and satisfyingly creamy bever-"aaage" that adds some pep to your step, even when the mercury pushes past 100. Enjoyed with the biscuit, I was darn near ready to call it a day as I had probably experienced my best moment of the day. Little Nelly is officially on my weekly rotation from here on out.

This place is super cute inside, and the staff are all really nice! I ended up getting an iced…read morehazelnut latte and a breakfast burrito. The latte came out fairly quickly and it was good, not too sweet at all. But I ended up waiting about 20 minutes for the burrito so I think if you want food from here, it's a good idea to order ahead. When I got home, I was super excited for the burrito! It looked amazing and honestly the first couple of bites were really good!! The flavor was good, the crunchy potatoes, eggs and cheese were yummy and I did enjoy the bacon. I thought it was a great burrito, but the more I ate it, the more salty it tasted so I ended up thinking it was just an okay burrito. I do wish they offered an option for sausage instead of bacon. I think overall, the place is very charming and the food isn't bad at all! I am glad I tried it I just don't think it's something I'd reach back for.

Photos
Little Nelly - The shop

The shop

Little Nelly - Baked goodies

Baked goodies

Little Nelly - Outside

See all

Outside

Noho Bazaar

Noho Bazaar

4.5(13 reviews)
1.9 mi•North Hollywood

As a Bangladeshi person I always try to support Bangladeshi stores or restaurants. I avoid leaving…read moreany review if I don't like the food or service. Unfortunately, this is the only place where I got scammed! Asked multiple times & made sure the person at the meat section understood that I want goat feet, not lamb. Found out those were lamb feet when my whole house started to smell. Waste of not only those feet, also loads of spices. Asked if they have goat vuri (tripe), he said yes & gave me nari (small intestines). I had no idea a Bangladeshi store would even carry those. Trashed after thawing. Because it was a chunk of iceberg when he cut those & I had no idea. He knew clearly what I was looking for & yet sold me that junk for a lot of money. It is totally unacceptable & immoral to scam anyone (forget fellow Bangladeshi). Not only they lost a potential customer, but also now they have this review & I'll make sure to inform everyone I know to avoid this place. So many other Bangladeshi stores around there to choose from (I won't name any so it doesn't look like I'm either promoting or trying to denounce this place to help any other stores around). I hope they realize their mistakes & start fresh with better business ethics.

Good experience! Very friendly staff . I had called to ask a…read morequestion and they were able to answer quickly and were very friendly over the phone I then went in store to buy the item and they were very sweet. One small issue is that I was overcharged for one item however it was only a dollar so I didn't comment on it so that falls on me besides that I would give it five stars. Lots of Halal and Indian options. If you are looking for specific foods, they have some really cool items.

Photos
Noho Bazaar
Noho Bazaar
Noho Bazaar

See all

Meat Master

Meat Master

4.5(13 reviews)
2.0 mi•North Hollywood
Shipping
Family-owned & operated

This is the best place to go for meat, I'm obsessed with the American wagyu and come for multiple…read morepounds of it every week. They have marinated chicken thighs that are also delicious and multiple kinds of lule (I've tried the veal one) honestly this is one of the cleanest and freshest establishments I've been to in LA and I love how helpful the staff is. It's a discreet location in the back of the grocery store you walk in so if you don't go to the back right corner of the grocery store then you might miss it.

My friend and I were on the lookout for a whole rabbit so she could cook a specialty dish, but we…read morewanted to stay local and stumbled upon this little hidden gem and I'm glad we did. FOOD We found a lovely variety of fresh meats just ready to be cooked looking all kinds of delicious and my friend found the rabbit she was looking for at $11.99/lb. We got that and an assortment of herbs and spices to go with it. Everything looked so good we will definitely be going back. SERVICE Everyone was very helpful and gave great customer service. They even made some recommendations for other items we were curious about. Even the patrons were friendly and as we waited to be helped we shared recipes and talked about what we'd be getting and what we'd be making for dinner with what we got here. AMBIANCE It was a chill environment. The employees were kind and helpful. The place was a HUGE store with a grand variety of everything you could need. I saw some artisan honeys and international candy and pastry options. HONORABLE MENTION The entrance is along the backside which is the opposite side of the Main Street. There are ample parking spaces. Go to this place ready to shop for your life, IT HAS EVERYTHING!!!

Photos
Meat Master
Meat Master
Meat Master

See all

The Joint Seafood - Horse Mackerel

The Joint Seafood

4.5(363 reviews)
4.1 mi•Sherman Oaks
•$$

I stand by this being one of the best iced coffees in LA. It's nothing insanely fancy but it's so…read morewell priced and tastes perfect every time. The Uni was absolutely superb! I was a little worried because it didn't seem like they had a lot of options available in the case, but they brought out a lot more for me to choose from. I highly recommend telling them what you're looking for because they have some amazing recommendations. Next on my list to try is the handroll kit!

I turned to my friend and said "I think this is my favorite sushi spot now." I heard about the…read moreJoint Seafood and investigated yesterday - going in to just sniff things out. The space is really quite large. I was happy to see there was a seafood counter with a display case of smoked fish, a couple of dips, aged beef. The guys were super friendly behind the counter. I spotted the cafe area where they serve coffees and teas - I made a note that I had to come back to try that. Back to the deli counter - they recommended I try the smoked sea bass since they don't get it in often so I took some of that and a smoked salmon collar. The hand roll bar was empty since it was late in the afternoon but too early for dinner. I promised the sushi chef there that I would return. So I went back today with a couple of friends. We sat at that hand roll bar and had the best hand rolls I've ever had. We ordered a la carte and I absolutely loved those creations - full of flavor, texture - unique and tantalizing! I'm curious to go back and try some of the other things on there like the burger? the shabu shabu? I can't wait to see how they serve those items. Their little market area is fascinating as well - with small bottles of soy sauce aged in bourbon barrels and other delicious sounding ingredients. I did end up taking home a shaker bottle of their house made furikake. Can't wait to try that! I'm so happy this is in the neighborhood. It's a great spot to introduce friends to and serves as inspiration for anyone who loves to cook.

Photos
The Joint Seafood - Uoichiba seating and ordering area barstool seating

Uoichiba seating and ordering area barstool seating

The Joint Seafood - Dry aged fish

Dry aged fish

The Joint Seafood - Dry Aged Blue Fin Tuna Akami

See all

Dry Aged Blue Fin Tuna Akami

Epicurus Gourmet - gourmet - Updated October 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...