A hometown grocery where you're guaranteed to run in to someone you know. The deli/meat counter is very helpful and the overall selection at the store is good! read more

I've said it before and I'll say it again... stop rushing shoppers out. We just left and the guy yelling over the PA system at 7:35 pm that the store will be closing in 15 minutes has to stop. Firstly, you close at 8:00 pm, which is ridiculous. The doors were halfway closed impeding people from leaving and coming into the store. I also don't mind bagging my own groceries, but the guy who rang us up did only that, leaving our things on the conveyor belt as he just walked away. Who are you hiring? We've shopped at SPD for 32 years and we have always preferred it to anywhere else in town, but this nonsense is getting old. Do better. read more

I have to say I love this grocery store. It's local for me. Just three minutes away. But really worth a drive if I had to. The nicest people. A small town grocer. But a nice large store with everything I need lots of gourmet products lots of organic vegetables with a great assortment of both upscale and everyday brands. Very quiet from 11-1 read more

I'm a super loyal regular customer so that's why I gave you four stars so I don't mess up your overall rating. That said, Spd blew it this holiday season. I asked three of your employees if the dry ice I was buying would last in my freezer overnight so that I could travel with my homemade ice cream to my Thanksgiving dinner. It did not. I came in on Thanksgiving during your advertised hours and I was denied access and just told sorry there's too many people in here. Double whammy of Lameness read more

Great variety of food stuffs AND you can get golf disc's, fishing supplies. Our checker was really nice and engaged. Would definitely go back read more

I love SPD Market! First of all I go for the Meat & Poultry shop. I love to buy my meats there and recently purchased a Flank Steak (for tacos) & Pork Shoulder for smoking to cook carnitas. The pork was very fresh and cooked well. The other is the service; as always everyone is helpful. If course the cost is a bit higher but like I say; u start in the meat section and then move around and their fruits and Vehetabkes are always read more

SPD is a local market serving mostly Nevada City and parts of Grass Valley I suppose. The market manager told me that the focus is being friendly to customers or something like that (as I was inquiring about a job). The problem is that the locals know the cashiers who often are getting into conversations with customers that last anywhere from 1 to 5 minutes or more, even when they are serving a customer (like me). And they do this oblivious to the people waiting in lines. I have been in lines where a cashier is talking like 5 minutes while I am waiting to get served. So if you want to exchange pleasantries , fine but having a social conversation and ignoring other customers. Sorry, that's bad service. I do not come for personal conversations and if I did, I would arrange to meet the person for coffee to catch up. read more

Went there a couple weeks ago and a woman and I were standing waiting for service at the meat counter,she looks at me and says what's that dripping all over the meat,and I looked and I said I don't know. We asked one of the workers behind the meat caser why is that water dripping all over the meat inside of the case?Oh, he says it's just defrosting . Defrosting on the meat?!?!? Think, maybe it's time for SPD to fix the situation in the meat case dripping water all over the meat? Bought a few other things that day and I shared the situation with the checker at that time before leaving the store. No call as of yet to me from them!?‍ read more

What else better to eat in the mountains than a sandwich?? So delicious and hit the spot! Only gave 4 stars because there's nothing really "special" about the sandwich but there's something about it! What to know: When you go to the deli, you have to take a number and wait to be called before they take your order. read more

We wanted to see Nevada City, road trip. Cute historical town, homes, main street. Saw a couple of restaurants with large print signs "No dogs allowed" 1st turn off. Stopped at SPD market off Zion Street, parking lot was full. Loved the selection of food, drinks, etc. 2nd & 3rd turn offs No smiles, not customers, staff, delivery people & once outside trash, cigarette butts, yuck. read more

Me and my friends had came there from school and I had bought stuff about four things. I bought gum and three drinks for me and my friends. Me and my friends left. We planned on meeting up again back at SPD. My friend was not there after we went inside and looked around for her. So we left and went to her house to see if she was there. She was not so we went back to a SPD and she was there and we hung out and I how do use the bathroom so we went to the bathroom, and someone had told us to come out not nicely and it was the owner and he had told us to empty your pockets, and when we didn't have anything, he got mad and told us that he is tired of watching us from the cameras and said that he's tired of watching us touch stuff and not buy anything when I had bought stuff that exact day. He told us he did not want to see us again in his store, and that he does not want us to come back yet. Keep in mind I have not been in that store since last year when i was in 7th grade. Today was my first day back coming to the store and I was not treated nicely at all. I think they should start treating their customers nicely because it was not very fucking nice of him to tell me and my friends to not come back after I have not been in the store for months, and he banned us. I feel very disrespected and he did not give a valid reason for me to be banned.The owner is disrespectful and mean and I will continue to go to the store until I have a valid reason to be banned because looking around and touching stuff, seeing what I want to buy isn't a valid reason to be banned. I think it was so disrespectful of this place to ban me read more

Never hesitate to stop by SPD if they have what you need. The staff is always courteous and helpful. If you want to step back in time and visit what a grocery store from yesteryear might be like, SPD is the place to be. The bakery and butcher shop are A+. read more

Huge market with tons of plant based options. Friendly staff. They have a large non food section with camping, household, and other supplies. read more

I've been to this store may times and they have met my family because we've moved near and used it as our grocery store since I was 7 ( I'm 13 now). recently I've been told I was not aloud to the store because of me and my friends only going there 2 times in one day. They were not nice about it and didn't give us a warning and I've never gotten an offense since I am a respectful nice kid (or Atleast try to be). They yelled at my friends to empty our pockets and to get out and they never wanted to see our faces again. confused I asked why but they wouldn't give us a reason and it was that they just did not want us in the store. I don't think this was right. read more

SPD you are always overcrowded. I am not a regular but I do shop here for the deli. The SPD deli's are the BEST deli sandwiches in Nevada County. If you are reading this, STOP RIGHT NOW and go get a delicious deli sandwich from your local SPD market. While you're at this, go grab a specialty drink from their extensive refrigerated display. Service at checkout is consistently courteous. Paper bags only, so be sure to bring in your reusables. read more

Very sad to see people wandering without masks. Like no where to be seen. And the bagger had a mask below his nose.

We came here for some supplies as we are camping in the area. This place sells everything you can think of. The meat department is packed and the butcher's know what they are doing. The staff was nice and acted professionally. We were able to get everything we were looking for and a few things we didn't, but picked up anyway. read more

Our favorite grocery store. Excellent butcher, great deli, good general selection of groceries. Also a nice local feeling place. They have a lot of interesting specialty and local items hidden away here and there; Bubba's Bagels, Sierra Sweets toffee. Finally motivated to write a review by an experience I just had where some equipment malfunctioned and I got overcharged. I noticed the problem and went back in and the manager handed me a cash refund on the spot, no hassle, no paperwork, just "yes we made a mistake let me fix it". I appreciate that sort of trust and honest business. read more

I have no problem with the market itself, quality of produce and meat/butcher counter is good. My complaint is the rude, arrogant checker at the Nevada City store ("Tom"?). This is the 2nd time I've been in his line and both times he was very unfriendly. I wrote it off the first time to "maybe he's having a rough day" but I think he just shouldn't be working in a job situation where he deals with the public. Unlike every other store in the area where cashiers and baggers go out of their way to say hi, thanks, have a good day, etc., he doesn't acknowledge the customer in any way. This time around I bought a nice prime rib and veggies/dinner makings for Christmas which this moron proceeded to roll/bounce down the counter towards the bagger. (The roast was unwrapped/packaging torn when I took, it out of the bag at home and a few other items were bruised and mushy.) I left the store and then noticed that he hadn't given me a receipt. When I returned and asked him if he gave me a receipt (thinking it could be at the bottom of one of the bags) he said "you didn't ask for a receipt" in a rude tone. I said that I didn't know I needed to ask for one and it seemed like he felt it was common knowledge by the way he reacted. Apparently my asking for a receipt was causing him a great deal of effort, more rudeness towards me at that point along with condescending attitude towards the bagger. I like to support the "neighborhood" businesses but I think in this case I'll be taking my business elsewhere. read more

Best service from a grocery store. Workers are delightful and the stores always clean, great deli prices. I stop in everyday almost 2 hot corndogs for 2.50$ cant beat it! read more

I'm not sure my review is needed, the previous ones speak loudly. What a treasure. They have my favorite alcohol (hard to find Drambuie), marsala wine (for chicken marsala), bread (garlic sourdough), snacks (too long to list), shampoo (tea tree), meringue cookies, you name it, they have it. AND the staff is to die for. My soul mate works there, all the aisles are immaculate, and I mean immaculate. EVERY can, EVERY box is perfect. It looks like I WORK THERE!!!! Can't wait to go back. read more

S P D Markets - Cleanest neatest store I have EVER seen. - Bakeries Near Me - Nevada City, California

Very rude woman working in the deli, complains to the customers how tired and overworked she is, horrible scowl on her face, looks like she's would make a model cast member in the Stephen King movie. Never friendly unless the one man who works there happens to be on the same shift - then it is like the strange case of Jekyll and Hyde - where in his presence, she can't stop flirting and giggling and joking around with him and in the most "delightful" mood. Kind of spooky. Watch out if you come in the store while she is alone in the deli and he is on a break or has a day off - it's not a pretty sight. Sort of like Glenn Close from Fatal Attraction - on a bad day. Do yourself a favor and try to meal plan in advance before ending up in this potential horror movie star's domain. read more

One day I was really early for a Nia class I was going to take in this area. I had been told to go to SPD on McKnight because it was on the way back. I would have had to have gone after class all sweaty and cold (it was winter). But since I was so early I was driving around the neighborhood and found this store tucked in behind the brewery. It is huge. I am guessing it is THE store for the entire area because it has EVERYTHING. Camping gear, fishing gear, ya know the essentials? It has a BEAUTIFUL produce department. And honestly that is all that I have purchased here. The organic section is twice the size as the organic section in my "regular" grocery store. The whole produce section is always well stocked. This past time I was planning on going to a class up there I purposefully didn't bring all the veggies I would need so that I could pop into this store. It is clean and well stocked. read more

This small local supermarket has been in Nevada City for many years, and despite the size they have an impressive variety of unique merchandise. It isn't uncommon for them to have things I cannot find at other stores in town. This store does tend to be on the pricey side, so I don't due the bulk of my shopping here simply due to my meager budget. But I don't mind coming here if I only need a few things or want something special I can't find elsewhere. In addition to groceries they also have a decent variety of housewares, hardware, reading material, camping supplies, and many other items reminiscent of an old fashioned store from days long ago. The meat counter is awesome, and I have never noticed it smell weird like a couple of other reviews stated. I also had to laugh at the out-of-town reviewer who complained they couldn't find their way around the store. Isn't it *normal* to not be able to find your way around an unfamiliar store?? That's hardly basis for a complaint. Everyone who works here is very friendly and if you have alot of stuff, the bagger will often help bring your bags to your car without even asking if you want help. Who else does that anymore? You can also buy stamps and send off your mail at this store, hence avoiding the annoyingly busy Nevada City Post Office. read more

A reasonable grocery store that carries all of the staples PLUS locally made yummies, PLUS an amazing deli?! I would move to Nevada City for this market. I found myself looking for food in Nevada City and the restaurants along the main street were a little stuffy for my current state of being. So I went off in search of a deli and I came across SPD and the huge "Deli" sign outside the building. What they hey? Let's give it a shot. As I headed to the deli, in the back of the store, it seemed like a normal grocery store with the usual offerings. After placing my order (a veggie sandwich on sourdough) I started to look around and see the awesome. The case in front of the deli had local vegan tamales, a veggie coconut curry made by a local catering company, a huge selection of cheese and meats, local sushi and so much more. Everything was reasonably priced and, had I brought a cooler I would have taken it all home with me. The veggie sandwich was the best I've ever had. It was stacked high with cucumbers, peperoncino, sprouts, avocado, tomato, lettuce, cheddar, and pickles. OH, their pickles were crunchy delicious! It was a $6.00 sandwich that would have been $12 in Reno, definitely a deal. Even came with a cute little bag of Lays. On the way out I grabbed some organic beef jerky for $6.99. $6.99 for a decent sized back of jerky! That's worth going back for alone. I am already planning my trip back with multiple coolers so I can try it all...and get another sandwich of course. read more

S P D Markets - The veggie sandwich from the deli. Can't even describe the happy. - Bakeries Near Me - Nevada City, California

A medium-sized market that has everything you need. They have a bakery and deli for lunches. They are very good citizens of the community, and the staff and checkers are very friendly. Prices are in the medium range. It is easy to get in and out quickly. read more

Great local store! Amazing meat and produce. Very nice employees and clean store. Take a trip!

If you want an old school grocery store with an old school butcher department. This is it . The butcher shop is THE BEST part of the store! They are extremely knowledgeable about what they are doing, very friendly, and Shasta have answers for any questions you have. And if they don't have it, they'll order it! read more

Great service and the deli was closing and the lady happily offered to make me a sandwich which is awesome! read more

S P D Markets - Pastrami on dutch - Bakeries Near Me - Nevada City, California

Okay, Okay, I'm a little biased because my dad worked there for over 40 years, but still, this place is great. It has that perfect touch of small town charm where everyone knows your name, and usual business. I love their produce, deli, meat dept., and salad dressing aisle the most. So much to chose from. Their prices might be a little steeper than the local Safeway or Raley's, but you get much fresher products in return. read more

My favorite market in the area. Some of their prices are a little bit higher than chain markets but SPD has great specials, interesting foods and an easy going atmosphere that make up for it. Good seafood and meat counter. Nice produce including a good organic section. And you can buy oil for your chainsaw or nuts and bolts if need be. read more

Excellent butcher Dept.. impreessive and delicious neat there. Love this market!!! And the steak's were awesome..

What a great market! They have everything. The deli is awesome. My sandwich was incredible. Can't wait to go back. And I will go back every time I'm here . read more

Got a roast beef sandwich at the deli and it was delicious. I love that you can get sprouts on your sandwich for free. The women who made my sandwich was also very nice and had some great suggestions. Can't wait until I am in the are again and get to go back. read more

I purchased six hamburger buns and when I got them home found two of them broken. Took them back next day and was told by manager that I was lieing and that the buns were not damaged when I boutht them. And he refused to make it right. read more

Always appreciate the good selections with fair prices. The staff is polite and have a good helpful demeanor.

My favorite market. Friendly staff, excellent meat, and produce. They buy fresh organic produce from local farmers and sell it for a fraction of the cost of the exact same stuff at the local Co-op, Briar Patch. Alcohol is way overpriced as are some of the cheeses (Cambozola costs $3.00 lb more than the not-so-cheap chain store down the road). Hoptologist beer is $8.99 at SPD and $6.49 less than a mile away. read more

Seems every time I'm there , I have a bad experience , racism or some sort of ignorance . Why do you think that is ? Owners , management ?

SPD gives me warm, fuzzy feelings. Yes, a grocery store gives me warm, fuzzy feelings. Let me tell you why: - My parents would always take me grocery shopping with them here. I remember me and brothers would be given one or two times each to go grab around the store and bring back to the cart. My parents put us to work, made grocery shopping easier for them, and maybe got a couple minutes of quiet/us not fighting. - The store has hardly changed, but not in a bad way. The general layout is still the same. Even when I go in there now, I remember where everything is. But they've made improvements here and there so that the store doesn't look run down. - There are people working there that I remember working there from when I was little. Clearly, people like the working environment here and they are treated well. A family run grocery store is hard to beat! - Delicious, delicious sandwiches. Grab one before heading to the river and you will not be disappointed! Just be prepared for a wait - it's no secret that these are good, so grab a number and wait patiently. Only downside is not being able to choose what bag of chips you get - it's always the classic Lays. read more

I've been getting sandwiches from the deli for over 20 years now .The ladies in the deli are the best. They are very friendly and consistent. I recommend them die give more stars if I could. read more