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Windmill Farms
6386 Del Cerro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92120, United States
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Ri
Review №1

This is my go to place for lunch. Easily the best sandwiches for $5-$7. No one even comes close to them. Outside of their amazing sandwiches, they have great produce, meat and seafood. Truly a community market. Its like Whole Foods without the high price points. Staff are always friendly and helpful. A gem in the Del Cerro neighborhood.

Ya
Review №2

Great place to stop when you’re traveling for the restroom. It’s kind of like a Sprouts. Great hiking snacks selection.

dr
Review №3

Love the deli sandwiches at Windmill. I go there about once a week. Great value for the sandwiches, and one of the better delis in the Del Cerro area. Love the pre packed pastas/salad area as well.

Ph
Review №4

Windmill farms has one if the best delis in East County. The grocery store if full of great produce and unique and high quality brands. We usually shop here when were looking for good organic products or a great deal on some meat or fish. Friendly staff and easy and quick to get what you need for a great meal.

Ka
Review №5

This is the only store is great especially for unique and hard to find items namely strawberry rhubarb pie from Jullian Pie Company.

Ni
Review №6

Staff is super friendly. Great selection regardless what your food preference is. Love the variety

Tr
Review №7

It’s like you’re bothering employees to ask a question. Couldn’t find the brand I always purchase; was told by gentleman “nothing has changed” (e.g., you’re crazy). Turns out packaging COMPLETELY changed/new brand update. I’m going to purchase it online going forward; not worth the aggravation.

ke
Review №8

I love this neighborhood store. Everything I need, without the crowds! Good produce, essential healthy pantry items, nice pre-made meal selection. 👍👌

da
Review №9

This store is good based on my experiences. People were nice when I was there and they have a good variety of everything. It is definitely not a budget friendly store so keep that in mind when going there to shop but that isnt to say it is over priced. They carry better quality of items so like anything in life of you want quality you have to pony up for it. If your familiar with Sprouts this store is very similar. Not sure if they are associated.

Ka
Review №10

Good selection of products. Nice update on displays-easier to more around the store now.

Ry
Review №11

My favorite place for organic/ hipster food stuffs, they have a pretty good selection of craft brews and also a good selection of suppliments. Staff is friendly and helpful and theres rarely a long line to check out.

Fa
Review №12

It was a great grocery store ever! The best selections of foods, fruits, vegetables, and meats. The staffs were very entertaining, pleasant, and will guide you well. Also, I liked this grocery store a lot because they have many items to buy and fun to walk around. The place was large and tidy. I would visit here again and again!

Im
Review №13

Very well stocked with wholesome and natural foods of all varieties. A vegan and healthy eating Mecca. Quite a large specialty market. You could spend hours browsing. If you like creative food options this is a must visit place.

Ho
Review №14

Great fresh prepared food...

Ba
Review №15

Great neighborhood grocery store with an awesome deli. Unfortunately the new website sucks. It’s impossible anymore to see the sandwich menu online. Instead they turned the whole online experience over to an independent shopping website. I’m sure sandwiches are buried between dog food and onions. Too bad.Addendum-Store reached out with the link windmillfarms.net to see the menu. They should realize they are competing with themselves when they sign on with the grocery delivery service, Mercato and as far as SEO goes I think Mercato has the deeper pockets so they come up much higher in the search engine than the above link. Something to consider? Maybe put a link to the sandwich menu on the Mercato site?

Ro
Review №16

Good delli/butcher, nice frozen veggie selections, but a little pricey.

Ch
Review №17

I dont live close to Windmill Farms but try to make a point of pulling off on College Ave if Im on the I-8 freeway just to shop at this perfectly sized store. It isnt pretentious but it could be. Thank goodness it is a simple, very friendly grocery store. I love how many gluten free choices they have. What other store can you find homemade single serving GF lasagna at or a real sandwich from their deli and actually get GF bread instead of another lettuce wrap? Thank you Windmill Farms!

R.
Review №18

Good selection of produce and specialty items. Store was at average capacity for a weekday. No line to get in. Deli was busy, though. Requested a special cut from the butcher and got it within 10 mins. The meat case is not large, so dont hesitate to ask for a product or portion size you dont see. Plenty of parking. One of my favorite neighborhood markets.

Ca
Review №19

Great neighborhood grocery.

Ke
Review №20

I just LOVE the cold sandwiches at SPROUTS. They are the best. I take my coworkers there whenever I get the chance. Yes they love it also.

Bi
Review №21

Nice store and middle of the road price wise for organic/healthy stuff. Staff is friendly. Deli is open to 8:30.

Va
Review №22

On 8-28-20, I was Visiting my Daughter and She Mentioned that this was Her Favorite Place get good Deli, Veggies so we got Some Great Meat, Cheese and Even Dinner! Everything was Great & Good Prices! I Highly recommend to Anyone, especially Travelers from Out of the Area! A Bonus is the Very Lovely, Clean, Friendly Goodwill Next to it! 👍

ab
Review №23

The staffs were very entertaining, pleasant, and will guide you well. Also, I liked this grocery store a lot because they have many items to buy and fun to walk around. The place was large and tidy. I would visit here again and again!

Ra
Review №24

Very nice selection of fresh produce.

Co
Review №25

Kinda pricey. Similar grocery store to sprouts. Their fresh sandwiches from the deli are bomb!

Jo
Review №26

From what Ive heard, there is no mask wearing policy here. I heard there vitamin person does not even wear a wear a mask! Definitely will not be going back here.

Be
Review №27

Love grabbing a Gluten free deli sandwich! Reminds me of a small sprouts but small business owner! Great selection of groceries!

Ju
Review №28

The only grocery store in the greater region that sells buckwheat groats. Excellent store with wholesome foods.

ge
Review №29

Most amazing sandwiches and service. Tonight the lady working at the deli stand went above and beyond with customer satisfaction and that is a similar stories to most visits!

Co
Review №30

It was fantastic! Wonderful service Ive experienced from this supermarket. They have friendly and wonderful attendants. I will visit here again and again! I appreciate it so much!

To
Review №31

Walked in at 8:28 went to get a sandwich at the deli told they were closed at 8:30 stores open till nine but they would not make me a sandwich. The young man behind the meat counter was rude said “Nah man you missed it the 12 to 830 already left!” I looked up and down the counter and saw no signs saying that deli closes at 8:30 let alone 8:28.

Su
Review №32

They provided numerous healthy food options and a wide variety of cooked food. Also, the staff that was working out there were very good communicators, kind, and professional. Thank you!

Ch
Review №33

Hi quality food and supplements, whole bean coffee, bulk candy, etc.Friendly people too.

La
Review №34

I was very impressed with the amount of vegan products! I felt like a kid in a candy store 😋

An
Review №35

Good fresh food short checkout lines when you ask someone a question they know the answer

Br
Review №36

Local friendly staff

Da
Review №37

I called ahead to see if they carried a particular product. The young lady that answered wasnt sure. So she asked me to hold and check. Came back within a minute and confirmed product was available. I came and couldnt locate the item and a nice young man assisted me to locate it. This experience was such an incredible display of customer service. Talk about first impressions, Thank you Windmill! Farms.

Ga
Review №38

Up scale grocery store. Large nutrition supplement department, bulk foods, bakery and deli. Meats are of the best quality.

ji
Review №39

Love that we can get Bread & Cie breads! They have a good vegan selection too.

Aa
Review №40

The best neighborhood grocery store ever! Delicious sandwiches, great meat and seafood selection, beautiful produce. Good selection of local beer. Freshly made sushi is an awesome bonus! Well run, very friendly place. Love grocery shopping here!

Br
Review №41

I loved this cute little grocery store. Excellent selection of delicious things. It was a little pricey but worth it.

Ja
Review №42

Recycling place sucks. Owner shows up whenever he pleases so there is a line 15 -20 feet away from their booth. Cant even separate your stuff. Youre at the owners mercy...

Ma
Review №43

Wonderful store! The products are consistently of great quality, and the staff are always pleasant and helpful. Love this community store!

Pe
Review №44

Very good local grocery! Excellent fruit and vegetables. Friendly staff, lots of products you wont find in a super market.

Je
Review №45

This store has become my favorite during the pandemic. I have shopped there for years, but have come to rely on this store lately. Incredible high quality meats and cheese selection and shelves are always stocked. Great selection of specialty items as well. Thanks to all the staff for working during this crazy time!

Ma
Review №46

Sandwiches are amazing. Great for lunch.. punch that card 7th one free

K
Review №47

Great place to get your vitamins. Knowledgeable people to help with your nutritional needs.

Ko
Review №48

I love the atmosphere and the people. The prices are higher and you wont find most of the normal General Mills or other major company food. But I love the deli and prepackaged Windmill farms food deals.

Ed
Review №49

Everything I have tried from their has been outstanding so far!!! Will definitely be returning.

F
Review №50

Some interesting products, some familiar products. Very nice produce.

Ke
Review №51

Nice people. Local and fresh. America

Al
Review №52

My fav grocery store! Excellent service, healthier food, great family feel! Try the Lindsay sandwich at the deli btw! 👍👌🤤

Je
Review №53

One of the worst experiences. The only time I came here i went for a sandwich and I had to add half the stuff i wanted myself at home. My sandwich had about 6 slices of ham 2 pieces of cucumber and onion and no tomato. They added lettuce which i did not ask for. I came home and had to add more cucumber and onion and tomato rather then being able to enjoy my meal right away. I was told highly of this place and was very disappointed.

Sa
Review №54

Great ready to go dinners, and 4oz, Cocokeifer by GTS. Lots of organic products.

Mi
Review №55

Great deli section. the sandwich guy is always on the spot, and he remembers customers names. Solid sandwiches

Ma
Review №56

Found what I went there for 🙂

Ri
Review №57

Friendly worker. Frank is a staple there and always willing to help find something. Great CBD selection.

He
Review №58

The best neighborhood grocery store ever! Delicious sandwiches, great meat and seafood selection, beautiful produce. Good selection of local beer. Freshly made sushi is an awesome bonus! Well run, very friendly place. Love grocery shopping here!

Ru
Review №59

Great place if youre looking for healthy food

Sh
Review №60

Note: windmill has awesome food and I love it here. I come all the time and usually have an amazing experience but today I felt super degraded by the sandwich chef that I have to say something. She needs a lesson on basic politeness and respect. I usually hate telling people my name at places that serve food because people make it awkward when they try to pronounce it but I thought this establishment was classy so I told the sandwich people my name.When my sandwich was up she looked at me and laughed and kind of gestures a whatever look. It was pretty humiliating. She didn’t try to say my name, didn’t say sorry. Didn’t say a word. Just gave me this look that was really upsetting. It wasn’t a friendly laugh by any means. People say my name wrong all the time or don’t say it at all and it doesn’t bother me, but her gesture and attitude was probably the worst experience I’ve had. Never coming back if she’s working. Maybe she spat in my food. Not sure what her problem was.Oh and the sandwich was made incorrectly.The new sandwich girl was really nice, it’s the girl that’s usually there I’m referring to.

Be
Review №61

Great farmers market style grocery store with a top of the line craft beer selection and a sandwich deli that makes some tasty sandwiches.

Lo
Review №62

Great selection of fresh produce, organic selections, meats, health foods, & so much more!

Je
Review №63

Great quality stuff, and great tasting food from the deli. But the ingredients listed on their pre-made foods never seem to be correct lol

Fr
Review №64

They replaced the bulk With alcohol replaced healthy food with evil

Mi
Review №65

This grocery shopping is clean, spacious, always with a small amount of people so its safe. Its a bit more expensive but with quality veggies and fruits.Remember to wear your masks or you are NOT welcomed in! 😷

Ty
Review №66

Everything is top quality but the prices are high because of the neighborhood it is situated

La
Review №67

1st time there and I loved it. Candace was very helpful.

Li
Review №68

I love Windmill Farms! Quality products and nice people. Oh, and you can purchase organic produce, on site bakery items and awesome brownies! Theres also a full meat counter, sandwiches made to order and hot food. Im a happy customer whos been shopping at Windmill Farms for years. Its the best place to shop in San Diego!

Je
Review №69

Low key. Helpful personnel. Fresh foods. Excellent produce. Large health product selection.

Pe
Review №70

Good variety

JM
Review №71

Beautiful produce. I usually come here for specialty flours that I dont find at other markets. The employees are friendly and helpful. It always looks clean and bright. Parking is ample. Can get pricey, but worth a trip.

Ia
Review №72

Best Sandwich in town! Doesnt hurt that they carry all of our favorite products too. Helpful staff and clean store. Great neighborhood grocery!

Be
Review №73

Awesome little grocery chain. They are sort of like a less corporate version of Sprouts. The interior of the store is a little more industrial that most other stores, but they have awesome produce and really great prices. Had to stop there the day before Thanksgiving for some stuffing ingredients and was super happy. Their bulk sausage meat was so good!

Da
Review №74

Had exactly what I was looking for and even though it was super busy the check out lines were quick.

Ja
Review №75

This is a great farmers market in a convenient location just off I-8. They have wide variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, bakery and dairy products, deli, spices, beans and also vitamins and other good stuff. We have been going here for the past 6 years for fresh ingredients as we like to cook at home. Their deli serves great, healthy and delicious food. Their prices are very fair. Something you cant see in big stores.

Ch
Review №76

The best thing about Windmill is their deli counter for great sandwiches and the beer selection. When it comes to being a natural food grocer the prices can been a little on the steeper end, especially compared to Sprouts or Trader Joe’s. They also have quite a good selection of vegetarian and vegan alternatives but you pay a premium.

Di
Review №77

Cool website and I like that you offer dinners to go. Will try soon!

Da
Review №78

Very friendly the best produce Ive seen great prices

Lu
Review №79

Lindseys Special, enough said lol

Ch
Review №80

The prices seem to have gone up, considerably in some areas, but quality is still high

Ce
Review №81

Always have good deals on produce & other things. The carry a good selection of lactose free yogurts & some cheeses. Very pleasant & helpful workers.

Ri
Review №82

Thank you to Nicole who helped me find the anxiety tincture that I was looking all over for but couldnt find! Always a great and helpful staff Rose was super nice at check out. Cant wait to be back!

Se
Review №83

Everyone has a wonderful experience because of the quality of the goods and the gracious hospitality displayed by the many affable vendors!

Pr
Review №84

Great selection of single malts and great appetizers during happy hour.

Ma
Review №85

Windmall Farms is an awesome place thats family owned an operated. There are plenty of organic and unique food options, comparable to variety of Whole Foods. Plus, a large selection of green- friendly products throughout the store. They also have a bakery and food deli preparing on the daily.Theyre a little expensive on a few products, but its understandable when youre a mom and pop of the neighborhood competing with Mission Valley and the surrounding college area.I highly suggest paying them a visit.

Am
Review №86

Excellent selection and Customer Service. A staple to the community!

La
Review №87

I had been going to or having others bring their food, sandwiches, etc for a number of years until I moved away from San Diego a year ago. Still in the area but far from convenient. Well, I stopped in yesterday to get some lunch food and what a joyous moment when I dropped face-first into their chicken sandwich and followed up with the Lindsey special.... I almost fainted from sheer joy...... they are great with old time customer service that is unparalleled. Get there any way you can and enjoy it all......... 😎👌

Gl
Review №88

Fruits and vegetables looked very fresh and well displayed. Lots of healthy products, non- gluten choices, terrific salad bar, friendly customer service and clean store. I did not stay long as I had to attend an appt but plan to return.I highly recommend this smaller market that advertises locally grown products!

Ka
Review №89

Lots of healthy choices, wonderful staff and outstanding customer service.

Al
Review №90

Great prices and best produce around

Ly
Review №91

Great market to shop at. Similar feel to Sprouts, but even better. $3.99-$4.99 deli sandwiches made in front of you. Great deal and delicious. Dont forget to get a buy 7 get 8th free card. Food quality is good, prices are competitive, and staff is friendly.

Gi
Review №92

I want to first say, this is a great store, there is a great selection of produce and snacks to choose from that is fairly priced. I enjoy shopping here, I really do. I never had any problems with anyone or anything until one day I made a slight error on the pinpad which took me out of the transaction. I apologized, and strangely so, the cashier huffed and puffed about it then she took my card and ran it through again herself. I was like wow that was very rude, and for that reason I give this place a 3 star.

Ja
Review №93

Wonderful family owned grocer. Super close to home with unique products for all types of chefs. Sometimes the produce is suspect but the beer selection is wonderful.

Wa
Review №94

Sweet place to go when your a student at state. They offer a discount for the first couple months of the semester for your groceries. I especially went here for their sandwiches which are nine times better than 4.0 and the cause of many debates. Try it for yourself and get a Lindsey Special.

an
Review №95

One star off due to produce prices. otherwise, a great place for your vegetarian/vegan needs. They have a vitamin/wellness section with employees that are knowledgeable and courteous

Ca
Review №96

Phenomenal sandwiches!

Kr
Review №97

Hi! Like Jackie, Ive never been to your store either. Im headed there to the recycle center. I must say to Jackie and Matt...very cool!

Ma
Review №98

Great service during #StayatHome. Please support this market!

Si
Review №99

High Price with High QualityClean. Nice. Variety of Foods.Quiet Hill place.

Ka
Review №100

If you are after fresh fruit and veggies, this market wont disappoint! We came from out of town and didnt really know what to expect!!!

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  • Address:6386 Del Cerro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92120, United States
  • Site:https://www.organicfood-sandiego.com/
  • Phone:+1 619-287-1400
Categories
  • Health food store
  • Butcher shop
  • Cheese shop
  • Gourmet grocery store
  • Grocery store
  • Meat products
  • Produce market
  • Seafood market
Working hours
  • Monday:8am–2pm
  • Tuesday:8am–9pm
  • Wednesday:8am–9pm
  • Thursday:9am–8pm
  • Friday:8am–9pm
  • Saturday:8am–9pm
  • Sunday:8am–9pm
Service options
  • In-store pick-up:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health and safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
  • Safety dividers at checkout:Yes
Highlights
  • Great produce:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Organic products:Yes
  • Passport photos:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Salad bar:Yes
Amenities
  • Public toilet:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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