Went in about 5 minutes before closing to grab some movie night snacks. The store was still…read morewell-stocked, and the staff were helpful despite it being late. Prices are reasonable, and I appreciate that they're open later on Sundays, which made it really convenient. Overall, a solid neighborhood grocery store for those last-minute runs.

Vons is a brand owned by Albertsons , where I live in San Francisco the dominant brand is known as…read moreSafeway, and this Vons location for the most part mirrors my local stores. Located amongst numerous hotels this store is a great option within walking distance to pick up liquor, beverages, snacks, and frozen prepared foods, or any number of supplies, there is also ample roof parking. The Deli though was not appealing and at 7pm during my visit unmanned, and the checkout horribly understaffed with a dozen plus customers waiting at each cashier so that numerous lines snaked into the aisles. It looked to be well stocked, and an attractive space, but I left without making a purchase because of the lack of cashiers. In my case the purchase would have been for food and beverages, but instead I opted for granola bars that I had packed in my luggage. I noticed via other reviews that a lack of staffing is a frequent reported issue so patience will be required if shopping here.

Olives Gourmet easily makes my top five favorite businesses in Long Beach…read more This hole in the wall is packed with all your favorite goodies. It's the perfect spot to visit before any get together. Whether you're hosting a cocktail hour or football with the boys, Olives has you covered for every occasion. I can spend hours exploring their tight shelves of Italian goodies. Their offerings include unique beverages, homemade meals, baked goods, sauces, seasoning, dessert, cheese, meats, etc. It would be the ideal place to visit if you were building out a scrumptious cheese board! I especially love their sandwich bar. Everything is fresh and made to order. The selection is large, so you'll need to return to explore it all. Highly recommend the Naples panini and the turkey and brie.

(+) Naples sandwich…read more Olives Gourmet Grocer is a little shop and sandwich deli shop. They have chips, side dishes and plenty of Italian goods. It's fun to shop around while you wait for your sandwiches to be prepared. Ordering can be done online. We went on a Saturday around noonish and they line was 4-5 people deep. Definitely order ahead if you're short on time. Food: I ordered the Naples sandwich. It has Oven roasted turkey, provolone cheese, herb aioli, bacon, tomato, arugula on focaccia. Super delicious and decent size. The menu has plenty of sandwiches to choose from. I would recommend this one, but would try another one because why not? Service/Ambiance: The service is quick and all of the staff is friendly. I would recommend Olives Gourmet Grocer. It is a perfect place to go to if you're going to the beach or having a picnic.

Breakfast burrito was really good The hot sauce was on…read morepoint, Very good and alot of flavor.

Breakfast Burrito rating: 4 stars Mom-and-pop neighborhood…read morevibe: 5 stars I love running into vintage shops that have been in business since before I was born. Long before the invasion of 7-Elevens, these small corner markets kept neighborhoods thriving. I was really impressed by their selection: beef jerky in a jar, unique beverages you won't find at typical convenience stores, and homemade goods and sandwiches. I even picked up a loaf of sourdough bread made in San Diego. The breakfast burrito was good, though not quite in the legendary tier. It was generously packed with eggs and small pieces of avocado. Their hot sauce had a nice kick, but I definitely could have used a bit more of it on the burrito. Service was great. The owner asked if I needed help finding anything, and when I told him I was just browsing, he didn't pressure me at all. He simply pointed out a cooler behind the counter with even more beverage options, including Shasta soda in the mix.

I have been shopping at this particular store for 16 years and - while not perfect - they have…read moremaintained a pretty good record. Always well-stocked and mostly reasonable checkout lines. They're not going to be quite as fancy as the larger "Fresh Fare" stores, but Kroger does nicely with its midsize outlets. You can always find decent deals if you know where to look.

Came by to get some basics and unfortunately they were out of 80% of them. The store needed…read morerestock. It was organized but a bit majority of the juices and milk selection were out.

A little miracle has landed in Long Beach and I hadn't been aware of it until recently. I ordered a…read morenumber of items that are uniquely available under a roof where sustainability is a serious consideration. It is possible to purchase items like French lentils, fenugreek, sumac, spirulina, herbes de province, oolong, kelp powder in a variety of quantities Since the 1989 Soderbergh film "Sex. Lies and Videotapes" in which Andie MacDowell's character ponders the inevitable garbage filled world overloaded with plastic packaging and poisonous products, I realized my concern was not as lonely as I had thought. Boutique-y stores have opened professing noble crusades only to prove themselves poseurs. Ricky Gervase could skillfully expose them for their self serving pomposity, but here it is is the real thing. Real paper and elegant human handwritten labels, like a treasure box that has traveled the ancient Silk Road releasing into the air aroma and light from distant past times. They will ship online orders.

If you are ever missing ingredients and are local, COME HERE! If you have insisted bottles or…read morecontainers send them here! What I have reduced from my cabinet, they reuse! I had so many glass jars and bottles they loved them. Staff are very nice and informative. They also take people who have snap benefits for groceries so if you're looking for something with good quality, fret no more you can get really good quality pasta, herbs, spices and oils as well as freshly baked bread at fair price! They aren't like big chains stores so do not expect them to have everything. Small business owned, come and support your local mini grocery mart!

We traditionally buy our smoked turkey for Thanksgiving from Lazy Acres, the Mary's natural brand…read moreand it is always a hit. My daughter and I were in the area and wanted to really browse the store. They had a beautiful selection of fresh meat and seafood, the prepared foods items were piled high and looked appetizing in their case, and produce was fresh and good looking. They also carry many top organic and gluten free food brands, health and wellness products and freshly prepared juices at the juice bar. They even offer freshly baked cookies in the bakery, kept on a warming tray. The aroma was crazy! This time we decided to grab lunch from their hot and cold bar. It was the only miss, in my opinion. The roast vegetables, baked herb chicken drumsticks, and tofu peanut slaw were moist and fairly tasty, but the entree selections featured an Asian theme and they were mediocre - spicy Asian vegetables, beef and broccolini, kung pao chicken, whitefish in sauce. My daughter chose mostly from the salad bar and she enjoyed hers. Their poke bar looked more appetizing, but I don't think I would return for that. The only other negative was no toilet paper in any of the women's restroom stalls.

I come here pretty often after school, and it's such a good place to get healthy, good food. They…read morebasically have everything you need, from cookies, cakes, and snacks to sushi, poke bowls, hot food, salads, smoothies, and fresh juice. I highly recommend their build-your-own poke bowl and hot bar. The poke bar has soooo many yummy options, and everything tastes really fresh. There are so many choices here, so it's nice when you want something healthy but still want variety. Staff are also very nice. A big plus is that they offer 10% off for CSULB students, staff, and faculty!

The best "Twah Koh" in the area. While I was in Long Beach, everyone I met, recommended this place…read more When I visited the market, there were multiple customers came in, and it was exclusively for this product. They do take pre-orders and offer shipping, it sounded like they would be willing to ship anywhere in the US.

Small market.. friendly people.. the sausage is good, it's like filipino sausage. They have beef…read morejerky however it's crunchy and chewy.

Aldi is my new favorite grocery store. Such amazing prices on fresh produce, breads, meats, organic…read morefood, and much more. This store is really well maintained and organized. I bought some good quality food at reasonable prices. Definitely didn't break the bank. This location is small, but had everything I needed. Only thing was lacking was customer service. Cashier didn't smile or even say hi, but she did to the people behind me afterwards. I wasn't too thrilled about that because it did ruined my experience. Overall, I do love Aldi!

The ONLY reason this Aldi location managed to earn a star from me is because of its overall decent…read moreprices and quality food options. Otherwise, I would have given it zero stars. The majority of the staff I have encountered--outside of one kind gentleman who is technically a third-party representative and not directly employed by the Aldi brand--have been truly unprofessional. Although there is no excuse for this behavior, it does not appear to stem from dissatisfaction with their jobs. In fact, many of the employees seem content. Rather, it is the attitude and manner in which certain clientele are treated that comes across as distasteful and disrespectful. On multiple occasions, I have witnessed and experienced childish tactics from employees. This has included making comments such as, "You better move out of the way," as customers are navigating the aisles. There have also been instances where employees appeared to aggressively toss or move boxes directly beside customers as they were attempting to pass by. While I understand that inventory stocking occurs throughout the day, there are professional standards and common courtesy practices that should be maintained during business hours. From time to time, there are also aggressive customers who behave as though they are entitled to bully others simply because they believe they can. Example: The cart return area has three lines for customers to choose from. On one of these occasions, I was placing my cart back and gathering my groceries when, out of nowhere, I saw another customer mad-dashing toward where I was standing. She then aggressively started yelling, name-calling, shouting, and scoffing in the most unladylike fashion. She gestured that she needed to return her cart; mind you, there were two or three other lanes that were open and available. Yet, she was insistent upon badgering me to drop everything I was doing during my grocery experience to appease her ill repute. Absolutely not. I am unsure whether she may have been attempting to scam me, as she was desperately trying to get me to leave my fully loaded shopping cart unattended, exposing my wallet and groceries. The security who had been on duty and watching the incident did nothing to prevent further harassment. Noting, a continuation of "selective" targeting and job performance. I've also noticed that some of the security will abandon their position to go stand in certain areas of the store and touch store product. I found this odd as I do not see how that is conducive to their "supposed" role of providing safety. Unfortunately, the negative attitudes displayed by some employees seem to mirror this same energy, creating an unnecessarily uncomfortable shopping environment. Nonetheless, I genuinely enjoy the Aldi brand and appreciate the products they offer. For that reason, I will likely continue shopping at this location. However, it would be in Aldi's best interest to address the conduct of some of the individuals representing the business. Improved professionalism, stronger customer service standards, and greater accountability would significantly enhance the overall shopping experience.

We love this neighborhood market! We always get their pre-marinated meats which are delicious on…read morethe grill. They have a good selection of quick market items including eggs, milk, butter, etc. as well as alcohol. Their staff is friendly and helpful too, offering quick and easy service. Street parking only.

Hands down, El Mercado 2 has the freshest meat in town. I've been living in LB for 6 months now and…read moreevery time the employees greet me like a regular. If you live in the area, this place should be added to your shopping list. If it's your first time, I should warn you that this is not Vons, Ralph's or Grocery Outlet; El Mercado 2 has culture and it makes me proud to live in this city.

This place is small but mighty - they've got practically everything. Was able to grab a cold drink…read moreand a bunch of snacks while I was in the area. Very convenient to know about. It's tucked away between some high-rise buildings but they have signage on the sidewalks outside.

Parked at 4444 Ocean and did the short walk to Warped Tour and Sunshine was conveniently on the way…read moreand at the bottom of an apartment complex. It's small but they have snacks, water, refrigerated beverages. I picked up a Gatorade for hydration and drank it on my walk to the entrance. If you stop in here, be sure to continue walking through the apartment complex, down the stairs and you'll see signs directing you to Warped Tour. Sunshine is a life saver because if I didn't get the Gatorade I would've walked in with no electrolyte drink in my system and it was VERY hot that day. Cost was $3 and inside Warped Tour for a Ghost electrolyte drink I think it was $7 and much smaller.