Fruits & Veggies near Northridge, CA

“I drive out here every Tuesday because this location is the best. The customer service is why I come. They are like family-today however, was a different experience. They have this manager in this location named Vanessa. She is completely rude. She opened up a line we put our things down to be scanned then she says it’s cash only which is not identified on the sign been here so many times I know better she is only gonna be here for two weeks. Thank God if she’s the one you send around to make sure locations are doing well she is the worst person I’ve ever met in the store, I will be going back one bad experience is not bad but she is extremely horrible customer service rude to everybody. I will wait until her two weeks are up before I come back here to my family at the store.”

“pretty good prices on produce. bought their italian sausage. big disappointment. tastes like they forgot the fennel seed.revised 4/30: amended from 3 to 5 starstheir customer serve mavin, tiffany, reached and working with the store director, raja, managed to turn this into a complete positive. goes to show that a suboptimal customer experience is an opportunity to excel. and so they did.”

“My first time here, to get Thai tea, and boba.I love this place. My new favorite store the prices are so much better and so far everything I need I find it here. I'm so happy that I found this store.”

“I recently visited Mendez Produce, and I’m delighted to share my experience. This place is an absolute gem, and what sets it apart is the outstanding customer service.From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and a genuine desire to assist. The staff at Mendez Produce goes above and beyond to make customers feel welcome and valued. They’re not just knowledgeable about their products; they’re also eager to offer guidance and recommendations. It’s this personal touch that makes shopping there a truly pleasant experience.The quality of the produce at Mendez is exceptional. From fresh fruits and vegetables to a variety of other grocery items, you can tell that they prioritize offering the best to their customers. The produce is always fresh, and the selection is diverse, catering to different tastes and culinary needs.Another noteworthy aspect is the cleanliness and organization of the store. It’s easy to navigate, and the well-organized displays make shopping a breeze. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just looking for a quick grocery run, Mendez Produce has you covered.In a world of big-box stores, Mendez Produce stands as a testament to the importance of local businesses. It’s clear that they take pride in serving their community with care and dedication. If you’re in need of fresh, quality produce and a friendly shopping experience, I highly recommend a visit to Mendez Produce. Their commitment to excellent customer service sets them apart, and I’m sure you’ll leave with a smile on your face.”

“I'm so glad we stopped by. Nice friendly staff, great selection, and fair prices. We found a great Christmas tree right away. Having it flocked will pick up tomorrow. They do offer delivery for a fee. They have sheep, turkeys, chickens and quales, that I have seen. Can't wait to come back for their pumpkin patch and maze! I've read and heard great things! Small parking lot, but plenty when we arrived, 30 min before closing. Would recommend.”

“Discover an excellent array of Russian delights, from sunflower seeds to delectable chocolates. Their cooked items, particularly the carrot salad, Olivier salad, and flavorful pelmeni, are personal favorites. This spot is undoubtedly a great place to find various Eastern European goods. The service is not only helpful but also contributes to a delightful ambiance.”

“You have to have a quarter to get a cart. They don't offer free bags.. you bag your own, with your own bag if you brought one or bought one. Not nearly as friendly and helpful as Trader Joe's. I only go here when I have to.”

“We have been in business forty years in woodland hills. Shawn is the man. He finds the best price and quality. Tomato, lettuce, onions, whatever you need he gets it .We are very happy with him. He is a nice guy too!!”

“These prices are worth the 2 mile walk I make every time. I love the whole setup. But the bathroom has been without sanitizer for weeks it seems and the water fountain filter shines red to indicate bad filter and I've asked for over 2 months if they could replace it and they just nod as if they'll replace it. You can see where some of the savings are forged.”

“Probably the most convenient and cheapest place to purchase groceries and other home based items and necessities...this supermarket is smart using the British adopted idea of putting a quarter in the shopping cart so the customer has to return the cart to the store if they want their quarter back...they have everything the other supermarkets have and at a lesser cost for most items and the staff are always friendly and helpful so I am giving a solid five star rating for sure...”

“We have stumbled upon this place by accident and have made our go 2 place for all our lunch and catering orders. Their fruit and vegetable section also compliments nicely to their amazing kitchen.”

“Nice small farmers market in the parking lot of a church, open on Saturday late mornings. Easy street parking close by. Not too many vendors, but some good fresh produce, food/drink options, and some craft vendors. Worth checking out.”

“One of the best Russian groceries around
The lady was also so king and helpful, much better customer service that most Russian stores

The prepared foods taste so good.”

“Wide range of Asian Food, mainly Chinese and Thai, hard to find Vietnamese food here, a lot of fresh vegies, they also have ready-to-go food and yummy breads, cakes with affordable price. The cashiers were nice to me although I was a little struggle to speak well English lol”

“Go way out of my way for this place particularly for their seasoned ground chicken, ground beef and chicken breast. It is out of this world amazing and you can bbq it, air fry it or oven etc etc.”

“Very happy I finally came in here to get some kosher meat and some frozen chicken nuggets that are kosher for my kids. Very clean, doesn't have that stinky smell that butcher shops usually have. Very friendly staff and organized. I was very happy with the generous amount of chicken they give for their schnitzel. I saw the meat was also fresh! I will try their other meat next time I go in. Will definitely be back and recommend to other friends! They also let me know they have Shabbat dinners prepared for friday evening which I loved. I also love how they have a whole oven roasted chicken to take home that's kosher. Love this little gem that's close to my home!”

“In a perfect world, I would never have to come here. ? I personally don't give a crap about "being seen" or overpaying for all of my groceries for clout, or whatever. lol

HOWEVER. I do come here occasionally, & it's more often than I would like. Because Erewhon does something that nobody else does: they carry specialty diet products & smaller brands that aren't widely distributed. & I appreciate that. They also appear to have slightly stricter quality/ingredient standards than a lot of the other health-focused chains now.

I used to come here for Fermenting Fairy kefir & sauerkraut before she moved to Florida. Then it was a different brand of sauerkraut - Wild West Ferments, I think. Now it's mainly for Beelers bacon, the Brown Butter Baking Co cupcakes, their in-house made chili crunch, the occasional in-house keto brownie or caramel peanut butter bombs, or Koko Kai coconut yogurt.

This was the first place I could buy Sauz, & thanks to Erewhon, they were able to expand into Whole Foods & their prices eventually went down.
I think Toodaloo didn't survive, but Clusterbucks did. Better Sours used to only be here as well, & now they carry them at Ralph's.
Lots of success stories because this place was willing to stock & take a chance on a small, new, local brand & give them a fighting chance to build a fanbase. That gives them the leverage to eventually make their way into a larger chain, paving the way for nationwide distribution if they desire.

I don't agree with everything Erewhon does, & some of their products are absolutely overpriced solely because they know their clientele will pay it anyway - but as long as they keep offering special things relevant to my diet/lifestyle that I can't get elsewhere, I will keep showing up for them. Reluctantly, but that doesn't really matter to them. ?”

“??? The best market I've ever been to in the United States ??Here there is absolutely everything you want, from plebeian food to dishes that make you drool ? just by looking at this work of art. I would start all this magnificent disgrace with “The Triumph of the Stomach.” I definitely recommend visiting this wonderfully magnificent market.”