Randy has been at the helm of the deli for at least a decade. The new owners changed the name from Watergate Mkt to his.. Great sandwiches. A General Store in the traditional sense; change in ownership last year was very helpful. Since Vivian took charge, things have more sparkle, a ready smile, keen eye, and improving English. They cater to the apartments and boat people and some seniors here get all their shopping in this one place w their mini-shopping carts. cellphone accessories, sunglasses, lottery tickets, well stocked beer, wines, spirits, ICE always in stock. The DELI is supplemented with yummy & crisp Vietnamese fare.. The white collar crowd comes over from the tall buildings weekdays lunch sometimes - they cook outside on a grill once or twice a week. If they don't think they have it, try rephrasing the question as inventory is myriad, and they may not get our latest jargon, esp accessories, misc. I was delighted they had shoelaces, some cool big ones. Picnic tables are kept clean. Heading west to the BBridge, you get an entry ramp that is exclusive for the Emeryville peninsula folks westbound, skirting the Maze.. It's perfect for a quick stop ... not a big supermarket and not a seedy grab-n-go franchise, Neighborly. The calm, quiet, safer side...
Read moreNot your usual convenience store! This store is magic. Every time we think they won’t possibly have a particular item, they do. Produce is very fresh. Sophisticated wine collection (can’t speak for beer or hard stuff, but they also look extensive). And lots more I haven’t tried. Well managed, super...
Read moreConvenient lil market with good pre-prepared hot foods that are very tasty! I’m new to the area and a patron suggested the teriyaki sticks and chicken curry. I was very pleased. Eclectic and cozy for the...
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