Always Hungry Grocery & Goods — Local services in Carlsbad

This local business is one of our weekly faves to stop into. I have vegan friends who also love this place, and it's where we go to find great foodie gifts for people who appreciate locally-sourced and great quality goods. We always find something new to try out, thanks to clever curation by the owner, who we've been getting to know because we are there so regularly. She has impeccable taste, and we can always trust that there will be an endless variety of freshies on the shelves and in the fridge there. A big bonus for us, since we already fell in love with the place, is that Always Hungry participates in the local business app called REPEGS, so we get to save money every visit, plus REPEGS donates to local charities we care about (without any additional cost to us). It's a win/win/win for our small-town local economy, the hard-working entrepreneurs here, and us customers. I highly recommend this spot...it's a must if you are anywhere in North San Diego County/downtown Oceanside (great location right by the Oceanside Pier and...

Incredible location tucked in between the upscale hotel block in Oceanside. Standing out with gorgeous artwork on the building, Always Hungry immediately draws you in! A wide variety of vegan and gluten free products as well as tinned fish, eggs, chips, crackers you name it ~ they’ve got it. And they’re specifically sourcing the best quality items which takes the pain out of shopping! Prepared section has everything you need and chef-curated — local farms are highlighted here — There’s even a selection of produce at the ready, beautifully displayed in wooden and ceramic bowls. There’s more! Tons of organic wines. Pastas. Rice. Candies. Mocktails. Kombucha ON TAP! Raw Milk. Decorative items for your tablescape. And tons of other gems. A haven for chefs, foodies, tourists, and locals for all your goods. The owner knows what’s up! Just go, you...

Absolutely loved my experience at Always Hungry! I discovered this gem during the Taste of Carlsbad Brunch event and was immediately impressed. The ladies running the store were incredibly warm and welcoming — you could feel the good vibes as soon as you walked in. I tried the pre-made Suntide Peach Mimosa and it blew me away. So refreshing, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. After finishing the brunch stroll, I couldn't resist going back for more — picked up the Suntide Peach, Passion Fruit, and Guava Strawberry mimosas. Each one was better than the last. This spot is a must-visit if you're in the area. I’ll definitely be...