If you're new, ask for a menu on the counter, place your order, the pay. When I first entered the…read morestore, I was overwhelmed because it's so busy) They have a lot of deli items so I'm looking forward to coming back! There's street parking.

Moved back to Belmont Heights after an eleven month stint in the hellzone that is DTLB…read more I've passed Olives Gourmet Grocer a million times and never thought to stop in. With my Afro Latino roots I was craving a Cubano sandwich and was thoughtful enough to grab a "Spicy Steve" and the service was attentive and top tier at the same darn time It's a quaint spot and mad me fee like I was diving into the better unknown secrets of Belmont Heights with pleasant results. Now what should never be allowed is the tasteless, seasonless and soulless potato salad that was presented to me at the counter which should be overhauled or punishable to the chef and crew by making them eat a years supply of this horrific concoction. All in all it was a delightful surprise and I'll be back shortly to enjoy that next round of fantastic sandwiches ! P.S. For the love of God rethink that potato solid it's a good way to lose business if it's that memorable !

Belmont Heights is so lucky to have great local businesses like this one…read more Ma 'n Pa Grocery is the cutest pop-up grocery around. They have all your typical liquor store needs: alcohol, sodas, snacks, beach items, etc. But they also come packed with fruits and veggies and favorite premade lunch/dinner items. You'll find an extensive selection of coleslaw, sandwiches, desserts, pre-marinated meats and more. I recently grabbed a turkey sandwich on a hoagie roll and a slice of lemon bundt cake (my payment for doing a social activity.) I noticed several people ordering their large steamed artichokes, so I'll need to return to fully understand the hype! Their catering menu is pretty extensive - it legit includes 20+ meat options. I definitely plan to take advantage of this when my parents visit next.

Such a cute local mom & pop market in the "cut". Located deep within the neighborhood, it's a place…read moremostly locals would even know about. Parking: 4/5. No parking lot but there is parallel street parking in the neighborhood. Facility: 4/5. No frills, super cute and eclectic. If you're visiting Long Beach, I'd say this is a place you might want to stop grab a bite to eat and snap a few pics. Only a few tables outside to eat at, but people come and go fairly quickly. I didn't see a bathroom so I'm not sure if there is one. Service: 5/5. Fast friendly, no issues. Food: 3/5. We got breakfast burritos and since I'm such a breakfast burrito snob, this one wasn't bad, but was far from the best I've had. It was fresh and was made exactly to my specifications. Overall I would come here again in a heartbeat because the store has so many cute unique items and I love places like this!

I always have an amazing experience at Ralph's at this location. I stop by almost everyday. The…read morestore is well organized, clean and fully stocked , always got the items that I need. The staffs are so polite and cooperative. The manager is always there for customers at anytime for help. Keep it up Thank you

Wanted to share a kudos for Alyson (checkout) and Dan (Dairy). You know how checkout always asks…read more"did you find everything oki?..." question - well in this case I actually said "no" - was looking for a particular cottage cheese Knudsen 4pack singles (been looking all over the city). Well Alyson took the initiative and actually paged Dairy. Dan from Dairy met me and walked me over to the area and, while that particular item was no longer carried (please carry it), he offered some options, etc. Wow - I left really satisfied with the service and 1:1 help. Small thing - big impact. Kudos

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!

I came here a few months back and got these killer rise n puff quesadillas-truffle mushroom &…read morefrench onion soup. I can't find them just anywhere. I came back and sadly they're discontinued. I still enjoy a good browse. I found these chips at another market and fell in love. Here, they had different flavors and they were $3 cheaper on sale. They have a bbq counter I've never tried at other stores. I saw a sign they had these new sandwiches and a rib one was an option. Took me back to childhood, hell ya. The guy that made it was an older gentleman, no name tag but super sweet. I saw they pickle their onions and make their pickles in house. Dope! This one had a Dr. Bronners refill station which was pretty cool! Stores clean, employees are great, again they had the LB merch section and envirotokens. I appreciate the place this store holds in my rotation, and I could totally go for another rib sando!

Prepare to be blown away…read more I'm all about a posh grocery shopping experience and Lazy Acres does it best. This spot is comparable to a slightly elevated Wholefoods. I'm a big fan of their meats, produce, and snack line up. What makes this spot stand out is the variety of health based bites. I love trying unique snack and beverage brands and Lazy Acres always has something new for me to explore. I also enjoy their high quality meat selection. I never question if I'm getting the best. Highly recommend exploring this spot when you get a chance. Warning, it's an expensive addiction.

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.

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.

I can't believe this is the store everyone is raving about online. Honestly, it reminded me more of…read morea Grocery Outlet than anything else. The produce didn't look very fresh, the food selection felt pretty limited, and I even found a moldy bag of beef jerky on the shelf. Considering that Aldi owns Trader Joe's, I was expecting much better quality and variety. Unfortunately, this visit was a big letdown. 0/10 -- I won't be returning.

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.