LA Grocery & Café — Local services in Los Angeles

If you’re visiting this page right now and reading this review, it’s probably because, like me, you’ve grown tired of Erewhon and their recent greed that seems to have hit new highs. You’re tired of feeling like you’re being milked for every cent. Well, let me tell you, LA Groceries and Cafe is exactly what we’ve all been waiting for as a French guy living in LA for years. This place actually reminds me of Les terroirs d’avenir rue du Nil in Paris. Which is my favorite place.

This place is a breath of fresh air in a sea of soulless, corporate grocery stores. LA Groceries and Cafe is a place with real taste, where every product is mindfully selected, without overwhelming you with too much choice. It’s clear that each item has been chosen with care and thoughtfulness, and I love that.

Everyone here is so kind and genuinely helpful. They take the time to explain the origins of the products, how they’re sourced, and why they’ve chosen to carry them. You can feel the passion behind every recommendation they make. It’s not just about selling—it’s about sharing something they believe in.

One of the standouts for me is their wine selection, which is carefully curated and displayed in a beautiful wine cellar. And for those who appreciate farm-fresh produce, you’ll find treasures like vegetables from Weiser Farms, including the incredibly rare Bonny melon. This melon is a true gem, with a taste that’s both salty and sweet. It’s something you’d typically only find at farmers markets, and having it available here is a testament to the knowledge and care that goes into sourcing every product.

I wholeheartedly recommend LA Groceries and Cafe, 100% hands down! If you’re looking for a store where the staff cares, an owner not as greedy as Erewhon whose mark up is an insult to every customer, where the selection is thoughtful, and where you can trust the quality of the...

I simply love LA Grocery & Cafe. I’ve been coming here since they opened and have always appreciated the thoughtfulness of the selection of products, layout of the space and produce, the deliciousness of the prepared food and the fair pricing. This place feels like the Goldilocks of markets - less expensive than erewhon and a better experience than Whole Foods. Plus it’s a small business owned and operated in LA by a group of women. Reason enough to choose to shop there.

For people saying it’s too expensive - every grocery store in LA is expensive right now. Ralph’s, Vons, Gelsons are ALL expensive. They are also all large corporations whereas LAGC is not.

For people saying the basic produce had run out or wasn’t fresh all day - it seems like LAGC buys mindfully and sells through instead of having over stuffed shelves that might go to waste. They also seem to only buy what’s seasonally available and might not have every single vegetable :)

They also get most of their produce from the same local farms I see at the farmers market on sundays which you can observe from the produce price cards.

People should consider that rent and fair wages are also unreasonably expensive. I can’t imagine the overhead and small margins of the grocery business. I don’t think LAGC is marking things up for fun?

All in all this place is doing a great job in a very competitive city during a very trying time for small business and food industries. They supported LA during the fires which the other stores cannot say. Think it’s best we support them back.

Ps I am not a...

Review: Soom Sea Salt Chocolate Sesame Spread – A Hidden Gem in Hollywood

I stumbled across this Soom Sea Salt Chocolate Sesame Spread at a tucked-away grocery café in Hollywood, and I’ve got to say—it’s a game-changer. If you’re into real ingredients, minimal dairy, and a little indulgence that doesn’t wreck your health goals, this spread is it.

I’ve been mixing it into my oatmeal in the mornings and it adds a deep, nutty chocolate richness with just the right touch of sea salt. It melts beautifully into warm oats, and honestly? It makes my van-life breakfasts feel gourmet. Plus, it’s dairy-free and uses real sugar—not that corn syrup junk.

What really impressed me though was the entire vibe of the store. The selection was super thoughtful—tons of healthy, creative products I haven’t seen at big chains. They had killer burritos and sandwiches too—like, café-level quality but made with the kind of ingredients you’d actually want in your body.

If you’re cruising around Hollywood and want a spot with clean food, van-friendly parking, and lowkey good vibes, this place is worth scoping out. Grab the Soom spread, some fresh eggs, maybe a burrito… trust me, you’ll feel like you just leveled up.

10/10...