The Sunshine is a tiny store featuring organic and specialty items. It is right next to Downtown Local Coffee. Friendly and outgoing owner. Our friend bought a few things that we tried...Cherry Amaretto Chocolate - smooth dark chocolate with a hint of cherry. Personally, I didn't taste the amaretto. But it was still a good tasting chocolate bar. The unique thing we saw was the Lions Mane Mushrooms. They made it into a muffin. It had spices like a carrot cake but a flavorful coconut taste. read more

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Nice little shop in Pescadero offering a variety of artisanal food items. Saw some really exotic things like black truffle infused olive oil and cashewmilk cheese. Walked out with some fresh local apples that I hadn't tried before. Pricing is on the higher side but that is totally expected from a place like this. They also sell fresh mushrooms from local farms which is nice if you're looking to pick up something for a special dish. I saw Lion's Mane and Shittake when I was there, unclear if they had any others. Definitely worth popping in and seeing if they have anything that catches your fancy! read more

The Sunshine - Fresh apples! - Gluten-Free Near Me - Pescadero, California

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Wonderfully artisanal (with the prices to show for it) but what could you expect from such a thoughtfull curated shop of hyper local farm goods, spices, vegan options, and a tinned fish wall to make any boutique grocer in SF swoon. We gawk at the prices every time, every time we leave happier than when we came in. Supporting local never feels like a waste. read more

Charming little cafe filled with healthy goodies like honey candy, dried mushrooms, raw chocolate etc... They mostly sell local products including excellent meat from Root Down Farms and heirloom beans from Fifth Crow Farm. Friendly peeps welcome you in this bubble of yummy food and time stops for a moment... Try their cupcakes too! read more

The Sunshine is such a lovely store! Great, quality products and super helpful staff. I stopped in unprepared for the amount of stuff I wanted to buy. Many of those items needed to be kept cold. So, the staff packed the items in an insulated box for me! Amazingly helpful! I'll need to make regular visits from now on. I made chicken bone broth with chicken feet and heads that they had in sale from a local farm. It was the best broth I've ever made! So jiggly and collageny. read more

Worth the stop! It's a perfect place to pack your picnic basket! But for the bright, gorgeous front door, you might miss this little gem stationed just to the left of the local cafe. Selection: 10/10 Customer service: 10/10 Quality: 10/10 Vibes: 10/10 I wouldn't normally think to do a review on a little sundry/ convenience shop but this one really had me smiling. First, they've really managed to fit a ton in here: it's a fruit stop, an apothecary (of sorts), a bulk supply, a meat and dairy stop, an eco friendly home supply store, a candy store, and they even had a tiny herb / plant start selection! Second, they get extra points for carrying local options, but they get extra, extra points for carrying such a wide and eclectic variety of things! Every where I looked, there was something new I had never seen and wanted to try. It's very small but they've managed to make it feel very organized and spacious. Will definitely be back to see what's new in stock! read more

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Awesome store with great products and super awesome staff. Local meats and crafty makes from quality ranchers and more. Always look forward to stopping here when in the area. read more

This space includes a cafe and an independent shop/boutique in the back which sources LOCAL ingredients from the Bay Area, SoCal and the Pacific NW. The shop is really incredible though on the pricey side ($20 for a chocolate bar). I loved their mission statement inscribed on the front door (please take the time to read it through!). Even as a longtime Bay Area resident, I have discovered some great independent brands and products on my visits here I didn't know about, like RAD, Ritual chocolates, organic herbal teas, spices/condiments, and more. And other brands that were familiar and of high quality (Fifth Crow Farms, Wise Goat organics), and organic self-care products. This is always the highlight of my visits! The coffee at the cafe (Sightglass), which we always get, is good too and well made. But I agree with other reviews that the barista's service could be friendlier. She seemed a bit annoyed by my questions about the products, and this is how I figured out that they are separate from the shop per se. Warm and welcoming service would have been an added plus. read more

The Sunshine - Winning combo: dark chocolate and a cappuccino. - Gluten-Free Near Me - Pescadero, California

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Beautiful everything, good vibes guaranteed, whimsical small store. You won't leave hand emptied and you won't leave without taking some selfies with the cute mural as background. It is half grocery store old school meet bohemian, meet hippie meet hipster, as well as a grab-and-go store for your immediate needs. Loved the service, the good ambiance and the interesting and unique products they sell. A must visit when in lovely Pescadero. read more

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Nicest staff, great coffee, fun place to browse as well as sit on the porch and watch the (rest of!) the tourists wander by. I left my favorite thermal vest there by accident and the staff mailed it to me after I called and asked if it had been turned in - so nice!!!! read more

It is rare to say this, but I promise this treasure of a shop will thrill and delight you! My friend and I entertained ourselves for over 1 hour in here, fascinated by every unique, ethically produced, fabulous item that was for sale. We could not stop placing items in our baskets, because EVERYthing would make the perfect thoughtful gift, stocking stuffer, elevate our picnic lunch or would simply give us a taste of a special local delicacy. The good vibes in here are contagious, too! The lovely lady working here is just as engaging, patient, hard-working and knowledgeable as could be. Prices are higher than at a conventional big store (due to their very special, limited addition, hyper-local qualities) but we left feeling pure bliss. Please support this amazing little shop! read more

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Never friendly. Overpriced. Ingenious. Very sad to see them treat locals the way they do while catering to the Bay Area crowd. read more

The Sunshine market and grocery is delightfully located across the street from Duarte's Tavern in Pescadero. The Sunshine offers carefully selected cheeses, fruits, meats and even house made soups such as Ramen. Other bulk dry goods and local fish makes for a special stop to gather all the best elements for a weekend dinner. They also offer local honey and chocolate for that perfect picnic on the coast. Knowledgeable staff helps explain where the items are sourced and cooking ideas too. Check out the front door prose about the store vision in the community. read more

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The Sunshine opened on Labor Day Weekend 2019 and it is Ahh-maaazing!!! It's a combo grocery + grab-and-go (or eat in the cafe nextdoor) eatery featuring local produce, local dairy, pastured meats and eggs, and sustainably packaged, no-refined-sugar, gluten-fee foods. It's a gem!!! The food is delicious and divinely nutritious. To top it all off the little shop is so beautiful and has a mural of a rainbow turning into two snakes connecting in a caduceus over the entrance with gorgeous sunshine colors and gold leaf. I can't recommend this place enough!! read more

I love this sweet and inviting grocery store! Yummy treats and fun eco friendly products. I'll make the drive down the coast just to browse here - there's always something new to see when I stop in. When they have the overnight oats make sure to get them - always delicious!!! Please make them more often! It's great to have a community oriented shop like this in town! read more

Great products for the pantry , organic gluten free ,clean raised meats , super friendly knowledgeable staff . A small but mighty store. Lots of gratitude for the efforts in bringing healthy clean and well sourced foods . read more

Very cool shop but seriously, check the expiration dates on everything. I don't want to spend a lot of money on expired products even if they're "probably fine." I noticed it on one product and now I check everything. read more

A diamond in the rough...and worth the drive out to Pescadero. They offer everything from artisan salami and fresh local produce to health products and hand crafted cutlery. Delicious prepared food including ramen and healthy desserts are meticulously crafted with both love and precision. Their unique produce selections never fail to "wow" me...everything from local lion's mane mushrooms to jujubes. The owner's vision is written on the door... (see photo) and this shop perfectly embodies her dream. The employees have incredible product knowledge and passion (very rare) and always have a smile...likely because the environment is always radiating love and positivity. Unique businesses like this are a dying breed and we need to support them!! read more

The Sunshine - Gluten-Free Near Me - Pescadero, California

Take a moment to add a little sunshine to your life by stopping by this quaint eclectic store. You'll find all sorts of food from sweet to savory. My absolute favorite is the red heirloom popcorn shown in the attached photo. Your really won't be disappointed by the selection or the passionate proprietor. Her passion for food and water is infectious. Thank you for your kindness and the bingo game. read more

The Sunshine - Red popcorn. Best ever. - Gluten-Free Near Me - Pescadero, California

Best muffins in my life! The Lemon Mx Early Grey muffins are super yummy! We would love to have tea or coffee to go with that next time!

The Sunshine is an inspiration. My wife and I visited last weekend. The store is a carefully crafted, intentionally designed experience. The products featured are fun, healthy, and good for local makers/farmers all at the same time! When you visit, try the Big Sur goat + cow cheese and... take a minute to read the writing on the entrance door. read more

WOW, so fresh, great variety, delicious soup, interesting and healthy beverages, plus warmth and friendliness! Such a surprise when we peaked around the wall while waiting for the coffee we ordered. Hadn't noticed the change. Very glad! Thanks and keep it going, please! read more