They say the best way to get to know a destination is to visit its local grocery stores. Sure, Los Angeles has its fair share of national grocery store chains, from fan-favorite Trader Joe’s to Whole Foods to Aldi, but thankfully, the city also has a few locally-born (or near locally-born) supermarkets.
The local grocery stores in L.A., though, are quite different from each other. There are plenty of higher-end grocery stores focusing on natural products or organic produce, but there’s a lot more to be discovered.
Thanks to the diversity of cultures in the area, local grocery stores here aren’t just about high priced, organic groceries. There are also numerous Latin-owned supermarkets, Korean grocery stores, and even a Thai wholesale market. Whatever grocery item you’re looking for, there’s a good chance you can find it in the City of Angels. To start the search, here are 11 grocery stores in the region worth checking out.
Erewhon
Erewhon Market is currently perhaps the most famous (or infamous) grocery store in Los Angeles, beloved by celebrities and known for its sky-high prices, including a viral $19 strawberry (yes, that’s for a single strawberry)…