The best local shops in Monterey

“Longtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.”

“Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.”

“Asian grocery store chain supplying imported packaged foods & housewares plus ready-to-serve meals.”

“Supermarket chain offering Japanese groceries, plus cosmetics, appliances & housewares.”

“Whether you need crisp produce, a reliable meat and seafood counter, or a quick deli fix, Lucky has your week covered. m.”

“Lucky has crisp produce, a legit bakery and deli, and Lucky’s Made To Order party trays, cakes, and hot fried chicken, plus beer, wine, spirits, and fresh floral arrangements. Consider it your no-fuss reset button for the week, even if the house still smells like garlic, Gilroy.”

“Red Wing - San Jose, CA dials in your size with the Ultimate Fit Experience using 360-degree foot scans, then sets you up with heritage, safety-toe, and hiking boots built to last. They keep them going with boot care and repairs, so your favorite pair outworks weekdays and still looks good on weekends.”

From the Union City newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Fine Art Turkish Grand Bazaar curates handmade Turkish art straight from Istanbul, with showstopping chandeliers and one-of-a-kind pieces that make your place feel less rental, more you. Monterey since 2010, they keep the selection fresh, so pop in and find that conversation-starting gem.”

From the Monterey newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Classic Loot keeps San Jose’s style cycle spinning with a buy, sell, trade setup that rewards cleaning out your closet and hunting for on-trend modern and vintage pieces. Pop in this week when you’re feeling that late 90s, early 2000s energy... or just want something nobody else is wearing.”

From the San Jose newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Need a little charm upgrade at home or a not-from-Amazon gift? Cottage Crafts Boutique gathers juried local crafters under one roof with rotating seasonal decor, unique handmade finds, and a sweet Victorian vibe so you can support makers and snag something that actually feels personal.”

From the Morgan Hill newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Chain offering a broad range of industrial equipment, maintenance supplies, tools & parts.”

“Chain featuring stylish apparel, including denim jeans, plus accessories, shoes & bags.”

“Pit stop for snacks, drinks & daily essentials”

“Retailer selling American-made handicrafts and jewelry.”

“Second-hand shop for children featuring clothing, toys and books.”

“Retail chain known for its discounted brand-name & designer shoes, handbags & accessories.”

“Specialty chain offering a range of natural & organic grocery items, including own-brand goods.”

“Longtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.”

“Chain retailer carrying a wide selection of trendy brand-name & designer sunglasses.”

“Asian grocery store chain supplying imported packaged foods & housewares plus ready-to-serve meals.”

“Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.”

“Apple retail store selling iPhones, iPads & more in sleekly designed spaces.”

“Outpost of a long-running chain offering brand-name men's & women's shoes, boots & accessories.”

“Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.”

“Longtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.”

“Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.”

“Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.”

“Retail chain specializing in greeting cards, gift wrap, ornaments & gifts for all occasions.”

“Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.”

“Chain retailer buying & selling trendy secondhand clothing for teens & young adults.”

“Long-running shop selling Chinese, Japanese & Hawaiian groceries & Asian-inspired sandwiches.”

“Casual, contemporary women's clothing with a focus on comfort & cotton, plus shoes & accessories.”