Berkeley Bowl Marketplace
Fast Food · Berkeley, CA
About
This supermarket is open daily from 9am to 8pm (Sundays open at 10am and close at 7pm), fitting easily into your grocery routine. Berkeley Bowl Marketplace is a famous independent supermarket that started as a small neighborhood market in 1977 and now operates a massive 40,000-square-foot store in a former Safeway. You'll find high-quality groceries at low prices, with an especially impressive produce section where locals report seeing about ten different kinds of apples. The butcher is excellent but a bit pricey, as one regular notes. Parking can be tough, so biking or visiting during off-peak hours is best.
This place gets crowded with shoppers from all over the Bay, and major elbowing has been known to happen in the meat and produce aisles. The vibe is family-friendly and the price tag is budget-friendly, making it a go-to for everyday shopping. If you're in the neighborhood, you might also check out Out of the Closet in Berkeley for a different kind of shopping experience. Berkeley Bowl is BIPOC-owned and has been a local institution for decades.
Located in the East Bay/Berkeley neighborhood on Adeline St, this supermarket is a local staple for groceries.
Features
- ✓40,000 sq. feet of grocery space
- ✓Renovated from a former Safeway in 1999
- ✓Second location Berkeley Bowl West opened 2009
- ✓Independent and BIPOC-owned since 1977
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 1,805 reviews. 16 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“It's all about the produce”
I'm very fond of Berkeley Bowl, particularly the produce area. They offer a broad selection, including around 10 varieties of apples. The butcher is pricey but really good. Parking is a pain though.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Berkeley Bowl Marketplace sell? +
It's a full-service supermarket with a focus on organic groceries, produce, meat, and sundries.
What are your hours? +
Monday through Saturday 9am to 8pm, Sunday 10am to 7pm.
Is there parking? +
Parking can be limited and challenging; many locals recommend biking or visiting during off-peak hours.
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