Great place to find items you can't find somewhere else…read more Personnel is amable and the store always looks clean and organized. Quick service as well. Even right before entering the actual store.

I just went to see what kind of things they carry. Great place if you're a chef. They have huge…read moreselection of every seasoning you can think of. Also, a pretty big selection of edible flowers. Other than that, nothing I saw wowed me. I picked up a seasoning and a few of those viral apples - Lucy Glo. I got a little turned around based on where I parked. Just follow the red brick wall towards the housing and you will see a entrance sign. Be sure to sign in on the kiosk. There is a greet at the front who was very friendly and told me how things worked. They also have gloves at the entrance to wear to protect their items.

We finally gave this place a try. AMAZING!! You can most definitely taste the quality. Great…read moreservice & chill vibes. #DiningWithTheAndersons #OnASundayAfternoon#WithTheHubby

The Wise Ox has instantly entered my top 3 places for a cheesesteak. The steak to cheese ratio was…read moreperfect. Steak was seasoned nicely and the Amoroso bread was a nice chewy and toasty combination. Everyone in the shop was genuinely friendly. I love that the restaurant gave this neighborhood artisan vibe. If that makes sense. Overall, an awesome spot for sandwiches or quality meats. Only gripe is the parking situation.

I just wanted to let you know by not having plastic wrap you guys are actually the complete…read moreopposite of eco friendly. When I go to a grocery store and I don't find what I need. Then I'll go find it somewhere else. Wasting over priced gas and more importantly my time. You did not stop me from getting plastic wrap. You only caused me to run my car longer and you lost a neighborhood customer. And ps Global warming doesn't actually exist.

I really think vegetables with a personality taste better and Sarah at Barons went out of her way…read moreto find this potato that almost looked like a duck almost a penis. I don't even know, but she was the most helpful person in the world and was so happy to do it 10 out of 10 experience would go again..

The owner is so nice and helpful. The prices are very fair and they have a great selection of…read moreprepared foods. Their selection of drinks is amazing too. They even have 15 minute parking spaces which makes shopping here very convenient.

Great little market right in the heart of Mission Hills. I used to come here as a kid to get…read morePopsicles, so it was really nice coming back years later with my girlfriend. We stopped by in December while dog-sitting in the area and ordered sandwiches. My girlfriend is extremely picky when it comes to food, and even she loved them. Everything tasted fresh, the sandwiches were made well, and the whole place still has that classic neighborhood market feel. Definitely one of those local spots that's been doing things right for a long time.

Finally got to try this cute Japanese cafe we saw on TikTok, and it did not disappoint!…read more Service: [5/5] The two girls who helped us were so sweet and made the whole experience. We were seated at the bar, which ended up being such a vibe--we got to chat with the girl behind the bar and watch her make lattes and desserts right in front of us. That kind of interaction really sets this place apart. Price: [4.5/5] It's on the pricier side, but honestly it feels fair given the quality of food you're getting. You can taste where your money is going. Food/Drinks: [5/5] Matcha Latte -- We shared one, extra sweet at my request, and it was perfect. Exactly what I was hoping for. Chef Soichi's Karaage -- We had this as an appetizer and my boyfriend made a point to say this is the closest he's had to traditional Japanese karaage. High praise from someone who's passionate about his Japanese culture. Hayashi Omurice -- This is their most popular dish and it's easy to see why. The demi-glaze has a really unique flavor that ties the whole dish together beautifully. This was my pick and I'd order it again without hesitation. Guratan -- My boyfriend's order, and it was incredibly creamy and delicious. We were both too stuffed for dessert by the end, which says a lot about the portion sizes. Ambience: [5/5] The restaurant is small, but honestly that's part of what makes it so charming. Pink everywhere with wooden accents and cherry blossoms throughout (very fitting)--it's cozy, homey, and just really well put together. The intimate size adds to the appeal rather than taking away from it. Overall Experience: [5/5] Hatsuzakara was such a wonderful first experience. Yes, we waited about 30 minutes to be seated arriving at 7:30 on a Friday night but for a waitlist-only spot this small, that's actually a pretty reasonable wait by San Diego standards. The food, the atmosphere, and the staff more than made up for it. Already looking forward to coming back to try the curry and work through their dessert menu.

This Japanese restaurant is so cute and pretty!! The servers also add to the Japanese vibe~…read more The menu is pretty easy to navigate. I feel like everything looked really good, so it was hard to decide what to order. The dishes have small portion size despite the price. I think this kinda helps in that you have room to eat dessert! The brown sugar Okinawa tea was good but the after taste of the sugar was not good. They kept the tea pot warm, and they served oat milk on the side. Karaage had too much chicken skin for my preference. Guratan was penne pasta and not macaroni as specified in the menu. Yakisoba could have used more chicken. Omurice had the more flavor and the egg was really good. I want to try naporitan next time because of the tomato based sauce. Of the desserts I tried, the parfait was most enjoyable because of the fruit with ice cream. The mushi pudding was good; it was the thick and "hard" type of flan. I want to try kakigori next time because I saw their shaved ice machine was legit. Parking - free street parking only. Be prepared to walk up/downhill. Credit card/apple pay accepted Bathroom is only one room in the back. THE SEAT IS WARM. This was a nice gem to find in this part of town.

I love a good food hall, and this one doesn't disappoint. A great collection of various cuisines,…read moreincluding yummy dessert options. This is a perfect choice for when you're traveling with a group and have a lot of differing preferences. Seating can be a little tricky, especially when you have a group larger than 6 people, but when the weather is nice, outside seating is lovely.

I love a good public market! This is a perfect spot to go with a group of friends or coworkers so…read moreeveryone can get what they want. I always recommend doing a quick walk through to see all the options available. They have over 35+ vendors and a great variety of food from pizza to BBQ to ramen to empanadas to Latin to sushi and seafood. I tried Wicked Maine Lobster and ordered a crab sandwich with fries. This was the perfect portion and the crab tasted fresh, and the fries were perfectly seasoned.  The market has plenty of seating inside and outside. We opted to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful San Diego weather! The market is located near the airport and you can see the plans overhead. It was a little loud for talking sometimes but you get used to the plane noise quickly.   I always enjoy visiting this spot when in San Diego!

I wish I had photos. I used to order a cheese board for pickup in the afternoon and walk over to…read morethe park nearby and enjoy the sunshine and eat delicious cheese. Their charcuterie boxes are phenomenal- so well thought out, and everything was always delicious with lots of little add ins like pickles, nuts, flowers, dried fruits, jams, etc. They were very responsive and attentive to dietary preferences. 11/10 love love love I think about them all the time.

Venissimo is a niche micro shop that offers a nice variety of various cheese globally. It's just…read morestanding room to browse and order. There's usually parking in the lot behind the shop. The staff are friendly and helpful. There's french cheeses with truffles and creamy Italian cheese and lots of other stuff to create your own charcuterie board. If you love cheese, you'll like a visit at Venissimo. Recommend

Yay-- so happy I found an amazing butcher shop in my neighborhood! They make some DELICIOUS…read moresausages. I wanted to make pizza so I got the spicy Italian & pepperoni sausages for it, and both of them were soooo tasty. Three sausages + the $6 basil pesto totaled a little over $18. Of course $12 for three sausages isn't particularly sustainable for a lot of us, but when it's a special occasion or you're wanting to treat yourself, it's very worth it :) The staff is great, and the place is located in an area a lot of parking and close to balboa. The basil pesto was also really yummy, I added a little lemon to it because I love a little more citrus in mine and it really made all the flavors pop.

High quality meat that is worth the price. Also their sausages and bratwursts are FANTASTIC. Never…read morebuying Johnsonville bratwursts again.

As indicated from another review, Murray's Cheese Shop is located in Ralph's. However, this is the…read moreplace for cheese lovers. Great service and knowledgeable shopkeepers will help you to navigate the various types of cheeses available. The cheeses are grouped together. My favorite is the Gouda type cheese called "Ewephoria" . These best cheese I've ever had. Creamy, sweet, flavorful and delicious!!! The cheese comes wrapped in small pieces so you can certainly try a few or perfect for when you are putting together a charcuterie board for a gathering.

Huge selection of cheese but it is a stand inside Ralph's and not it's own shop. Therefore no…read moreopportunity for samples or discussion when we stopped in.

I found out about Penzey spices by KH in a book and ordered some things from their website…read more Love the colorful packaging and the spices available are amazing. The order was taken quickly and shipped out promptly. I will now go to Penzey's when I need spices. The website is also easily managed and accessible.

Love their spices!!!! I usually grab basics at the grocery store, but every so often I'll drive…read morehere to stock up on my favorites, like JERK seasoning that I swear by on my salmon and chicken, Vietnamese Cinnamon that has the most amazing flavor -tried other brands and they lacked the aroma, ALL CURRIES (especially the sweet curry), and my daily yummy -Australian crystalized GINGER that's super healthy. I love Penzeys so much that I've served so many people where they always think I'm such a good cook BUT it's really their blends of seasonings. Service was great! They're there to help when you need but won't hover over you as you browse. Store was clean and well organized. You're also able to sniff their samples to determine which you like best. Ample parking outside during the week -definitely tough on Sundays when the Farmers Market is happening nearby.