Chenery Market

A small corner grocer, nothing fancy but has the basics for a quick stop. Yes I was upsold baba ghanoush, hummus and grape leaves but they were very tasty. No regrets and friendly service

Nothing’s ever labeled with a price. The cost of any item will fluctuate +/-10−20% every time you go, all based on the whim of the proprietor.
Every time the store’s open, the proprietor’s ENTIRE family is just lurking around. It’s already a very small store, and add to that the intimidation of the entire family’s eyes following you as you peruse for goods is plain creepy.
Also, whenever you check out, the guy will try to upsell you on his wife’s hummus and babaganoosh (sp?). Maybe it’s good, maybe it’s not. I’ve only had the hummus once and it was ok, to be honest, but goddamn, do I hate being upsold when I’m ducking in for a quick 6-​pack.
Oh, and this happened once as well. I was extra lazy and decided to just buy a dozen eggs from them. A few days later, I noticed the expiration date on the carton was crossed out w/​ink and replace w/​a later, handwritten date. The eggs were fine, but c’mon, that’s pretty shady. And that’s gotta be illegal, right?
I will gladly forgo the convenience of this store’s location and walk an extra 3 – 4 blocks to Safeway or whatnot to get consistent pricing and not get surveilled while shopping.
Too bad Unilocal doesn’t allow you to give zero stars.

near my friends house.
got a sandwhich here. turkey and pepper jack with toasted bread. it was good and the veggies were pretty fresh for the most part. too bad they didnt have rolls.
they have some good products with good variety here but it seems disorganized.

I visit the Chenery Market almost daily, since it’s right down the street. It’s a family-​run business, and sometimes Mike, his wife and three sons are all there. They know my kids, they know my dog. And, even better, Mike stocks the things he knows I need — gallons of Berkeley Farms milk, cans of chicken meat for my dog. As others have commented, their hummus and babaganoosh are excellent. On weekends my husband sometimes walks down to the corner to get one of Mike’s sandwiches rather than make his own.

Right down the street from where were were staying so many visits over 9 days. Felt like I was leaving friends when we returned to Florida. Mike and his family are very warm and friendly. Killer home made hummus and stuffed grape leaves. I would go to pickup a few things and always come back witha lot more. Mike is a consumate salesman but in a nice way. He made me a turkey sandwich which must have weighed 2 pounds. Always offering «free coffee.» Will miss mymy daily stops there. Nothing like this kind of neighborhood market in my neck of the woods.

Before anything, this store is for the neighborhood’s convenience for those who live nearby. So each time I see a post regarding the higher prices, they do not understand economies of scale nor network effects when they compare the cost of a gallon of milk or a bottle of whiskey here vs. the cost of the same items at Safeway or another store with lower cost. However, this isn’t about economics, this is about Chenery Market and my experiences when I shop there.
The prices are higher than normal (see my explanation above and do your research), but even that, the owner seems nice, the store serves tasty sandwiches, babaganoosh, hummus, snacks, and drinks. This place is also conveniently located near a busy intersection (a short 1-​block walk up the hill) near San Jose Boulevard and Randall Avenue, which is near a MUNI metro stop and a freeway entrance/​exit.
Overall, I’d come back here as this place is more convenient for small sized purchases in this neighborhood compared to other alternatives.

Ugh. I gotta say, I don’t like this place. The owner is extremely friendly, if by «friendly» you mean «continues to try to upsell you on his babba ganoush when all your really wanted was a gallon of milk.» I personally find that really annoying. And speaking of a gallon of milk… the prices for it are outrageous! Almost double what you’ll pay at Safeway.
I really wanted to like this place because it’s so conveniently located, but the prices are just too high to justify going. I’ll walk down to Church Produce or drive to Safeway instead.

This small corner market is a nice family-​run business. The owner is the sweetest guy who treats you like you’re entering his home and he wants to make you a sandwich (which, of course, you pay for).
Today I sampled his wife’s home-​made babaganoosh and hummus — very tasty. The babaganoosh was tangy and smooth, and not very smoky — most places go nuts with the smoke flavor, and I’m not into that.
I’ve only had a sandwich once or twice years ago, and it was quite good. I haven’t tried a falafel sandwich yet, but I intend to at some point.
The prices are higher than a larger chain grocery store, but obviously a small market can’t compete with the volume sales of a Safeway.
I’m glad this store is here. The location is convenient for me because I’m often in the neighborhood for Feldenkrais classes across the street.

I love this place. I love a good family-​run business, and will happily forgo a trip to Safeway and fork over the extra $$ to support this locally-​owned shop.
One of the owner’s sons usually works the counter while Pops sits in the doorway and surveys the neighborhood. He always has a kind word for me, and sometimes gifts my kids a piece of fruit or candy.
This little jewel of a shop is stocked to the brim with imported and micro-​brewed beers and offers a respectable shelf of high-​end liquors.
Plus, they always have the trendy flavors of Coke and Pepsi, and a fine selection of juices for the tots.
I’ve yet to try their hoagies, but I’m sure they’re bomb. Be sure to ask about mom’s house-​made hummous.

I discovered his wonderful sandwiches the other day. He has a sweet deli slicer and has really fresh ingredients. Plus, he keeps the lid to his deli refrigerator/​bar closed so nothing spoils. The sandwiches are reasonably priced and are a great simple deli sandwich. The rolls are always fresh and he’ll tell you what he got most recent to make the best out of your sandwich. If I’m looking to pick up a sandwich to go by my house, this is where I go.
They also have fresh-​homemade hummus and babaganoosh that are really good too. Ask him what was made that morning.
This place is great. The owner is always there and he’s the nicest guy ever. He always asks if he can help you find anything, they usually have it and he knows where it is. It’s a little expensive and sometimes it feels like they’re following you so you don’t steal anything. But they’re really polite.
PS. They also have blunt wraps.

Im torn… 3 stars because I swear the prices are rediculous, but then sometimes they’re not. It’s my best grocery option, finally there’s one in Glen Park but Im not sold on it for some reason. The hot food looks amazing and they make their own bread. Good selection, not open late, decent coffee… 4stars

It’s close to home and has stuff. If you happen to be drivng by (usually late at night) and have a bass system that is shaking your entire car, you’ll probably want to stop here for a good 10 minutes to ponder the impressive selection of alcohol behind the counter.