Best Restaurants and Local Businesses Selling Groceries in Los Angeles
With the recent stay-at-home and shelter-in-place orders being implemented across the country many of us are cooking/baking at home a lot more than usual. It can also be difficult getting groceries these days while trying to snag a slot online or standing in line with multiple people outside of a store, which isn’t the best look when trying to social distance (lol right?)
I decided to look at options besides traditional grocers and take a different approach to buying the basics such as milk, eggs, bread, produce and wine during the quarantine. I researched and found quite a few restaurants in Los Angeles offering easy ways to obtain the kitchen staples you need while supporting their business and employees. You get what you need and you help keep them in business during this difficult time; it’s a win-win, guys. Your dollar goes a lot further towards helping a small business than it does a large national chain.
This list was compiled with the help of friends and a lot of research but since this is an ever-evolving time, just remember that the below information can change abruptly. Everyone is trying to navigate this crazy landscape from individuals to businesses to local governments so be aware of this reality. Most of the restaurants mentioned offer their own direct delivery or via Postmates and/or Caviar. If possible, I suggest ordering directly as food delivery services take a large percentage from the restaurants but either way, you’re helping them out!
Please share this list with family and friends so they know they have more options when trying to get groceries.
Seabold Ginger Beer - Los Angeles Area
This is my favorite ginger beer/mixer and it happens to be made right here in Los Angeles. While premium, organic ginger beer may not be a staple it’s nice to have something around other than flavored sparkling water to sip and mix your booze with. Who doesn’t love a good Moscow Mule or Dark ‘N’ Stormy?! They have two flavors - Original and Turmeric Black Pepper, I love both. They sell it in a lot of stores and restaurants based in L.A. (many of which have closed due to the quarantine) but it’s been harder to track down with the lockdown in place. That’s why I was excited to see that they deliver to individuals around the greater Los Angeles area!
You can order pick up in DTLA or get it delivered through them. Contact on their website or DM on Instagram.
@Seaboldgingerbeer - http://seaboldgingerbeer.com/
Tender Greens - Multiple Locations!
Tender Greens has successfully pivoted from a fast-casual dine-in restaurant to a grocery purveyor. They have a smooth interface on their website that is easy to navigate. They offer a variety of curated produce and grocery boxes to fit your needs; some of them even include wine, which is amazing!
You can order for pick-up or have it delivered. Shop hours are 11 AM - 8 PM daily.
If you order through their website you’ll get free delivery on purchases over $70 and a discounted delivery fee if you order under that amount.
Staples: meat, poultry, grains, bread, milk, eggs, produce, and dry goods.
Specialty items like the Indoor Picnic Box, which includes three bottles of wine, crackers, cheese, olive oil, and a baguette.
@Tendergreens - https://www.tendergreens.com/
Lemonade - Multiple Locations!
This popular restaurant is well-known for its fresh food, fun cafeteria vibe and delicious flavors of lemonade. It’s fitting they started offering grocery kits during the quarantine with all of the clean proteins, salads, and sides they’re famous for.
You can order pick-up or delivery.
If you order through their website you get free delivery on orders over $30 and they charge $2.99 if you order under that threshold.
Staples: Cases of Water (They offer most of their items in prepared kits).
Specialty: veggies and grains kit, Cali garden kit, fresh fruit kit, and jugs of their lemonade.
@Lemonadela - https://www.lemonadela.com/
Sweetfin - Multiple Locations!
This poke chain is a great place if you’re looking for quality seafood as they’ve transformed into a fresh fish market. Even though they don’t have all the staples you’re after they do boast the most extensive fish list I’ve seen.
You can order pick-up or delivery directly through them or Postmates.
To order through their website just click “Catering/Fish Market” then hit “Packages.”
Staples: produce boxes, fish (mahi, halibut, salmon, yellowfin, and swordfish steaks), and wine + beer.
Specialty: fish marinades and sauces.
@Sweetfin - https://www.waltzin.com/restaurant/sweetfincateringfishmarket
LA Bodega on Wheels - Serving Los Angeles Area
Some of you may be familiar with the Coolhaus ice cream truck, which started out as a food truck pioneer back in the day. Well, this ice cream truck has transformed into a bodega on wheels serving neighborhoods across the city. They reach a large chunk of greater Los Angeles so check their website to see if you fall within their limits. They’ve partnered with other local businesses to provide groceries, sweets, and booze and 10% of their sales go to charity.
Place an order by 6 pm for next day delivery. There’s no delivery fee but a $50 minimum is required.
Check online for an updated schedule.
Staples Available: pantry, bread, milk, eggs, produce, and dry goods.
Specialty: Coolhaus Ice Cream (duh) and to-go martini shots.
@labodegaonwheels - https://labodegaonwheels.com/
Osteria La Buca - 5210 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles CA 90038
This famous Italian neighborhood spot has a special takeout menu and also offers “Buca Grocers.” You can buy their high-quality groceries, certain staples, handmade pastas, and pizza dough to make at home. This hidden gem also gives frontline workers (nurses and doctors) 50% off of their goods.
You can order pick-up or get delivery through them.
Orders before 5 PM will be processed for next day pick-up or delivery between 3 PM - 5 PM.
A delivery fee of $10 is charged for the area they cover (see their website).
Staples Available: pantry, bread, milk, eggs, produce, dry goods, toilet paper, and soap.
Specialty Items Available: wine 50% off, bottled cocktails, desserts, and lotion.
@OsterialaBuca - https://www.osterialabuca.com/grocers
Civil Coffee - 5629 N Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90042
This cute coffee shop, located in Highland Park, has changed its name to the Bodega Cafe as they’ve started pairing specialty bags of coffee with home essentials.
You can order ahead for curbside pick-up or delivery through their website. 7 AM - 3 PM daily.
Staples Available: pantry, bread, milk, eggs, produce, dry goods, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer.
Specialty Items Available: cases of water, bags of coffee, concentrates and my favorite Seabold Ginger Beer.
@CivilCoffee - https://civil-coffee.square.site/
Petit Trois - 13705 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks 91423
This Sherman Oaks French restaurant is fancy so when you order from the “Goods Market” you’re getting the best of the best. If you want to take your stay-at-home chef game to the next level you’ll want to grab a few staples from them.
You can order for pick-up or delivery.
Order through their website Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 10 AM - 6 PM. You’ll receive or pick up the items the next day between 12 PM - 6 PM.
Staples: meat, poultry, seafood, grains, bread, milk, eggs, produce, dry goods, wine, and beer.
Specialty: fancy cheese, dark chocolate, spices, cooking wine, homemade dijon, and merchandise.
@petittroisla - https://petittrois.com/goods
Tilda Wine - 1507 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026
This intimate wine bar in Echo Park had just opened its doors when the stay-at-home orders began. Talk about bad luck but they adjusted quickly and took advantage of their unique interior design, which allows customers to order from behind the safety of a glass window.
Takeout or delivery through Caviar. Tues - Sun from 12 PM - 8 PM.
Order online or call when you get there and someone will take your order over the phone while you stand behind the glass and point to the items you want.
Staples: grains, pasta, bread, milk, eggs, produce, dry goods, wine, and beer.
Specialty: produce boxes, tasty canned seafood, unique wine at a discount, and cute tote bags.
@TildaWine - https://tildawine.com/
Bar Avalon - 2112 Sunset Blvd. Ste. K Los Angeles, CA 90026
Bar Avalon, another Echo Park spot, has affectionately renamed themselves Bodega Avalon. In normal times this is a favorite neighborhood bar and they’ve stepped up to offer groceries and even connect you directly to their wholesalers to make purchases.
Curbside pick-up or delivery through them, Postmatesor Caviar. Tues - Sat 11 AM - 5 PM.
Delivery from them within a five-mile radius is a $5 flat fee. 12 PM - 5 PM Tues, Thurs, and Sat.
Staples: extensive pantry list (if you need baking supplies they have it), grains, dairy, eggs, produce, dry goods, and soap.
Specialty: alternative milk. Order seafood, meat, and Poultry through the wholesaler contacts on their site and they’ll deliver it to you.
@baravalon_la - https://www.baravalon.com/menu
Gwen LA - 6600 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90028
Located in Hollywood, Gwen LA is a famous restaurant and European style butcher shop that has pivoted into a marketplace for locals. They have family meals that serve 5-6 people and include a main course, sides, and dessert.
Pick-up and Delivery through them, Postmates, and Caviar. 10 AM - 8 PM.
Delivery from them requires a $50 minimum order plus a $10 delivery fee for orders within zero-10 miles. If you’re between 11-20 miles away the delivery fee doubles to $20.
Submit orders by 4 PM for next day delivery. The delivery window is between 2 PM - 8 PM.
Staples: premium meats, dairy, produce, wine, and beer
Specialty: family meals and Batched Cocktails
@GwenLA - https://www.gwenla.com/
The Destroyer Los Angeles - 3578 Hayden Ave. Culver City CA 90232
Located in Culver City this Scandinavian breakfast and lunch spot offers pantry staples with a farm-fresh presentation...think fresh milk and jams in mason jars. Something about mason jars makes me think I’m getting a high-quality product haha. A must-try is their famous vegan chocolate chip cookie dough! You’ll try it once and wish you ordered two batches.
Takeout and Delivery available through Caviar. 9 AM - 8 PM Daily.
Staples: grains, bread, milk, eggs, produce, dry goods, and toilet paper
Specialty: vegan cookie dough, different flours, coconut Milk, chai case concentrate, and black currant jam.
@Destroyer.la - http://destroyer.la/
Hi-Lo Liquor - 8582 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
This artisanal liquor store, which has two locations in Culver City and Long Beach, respectively, has extended its offerings by supplying groceries to L.A. and LB communities. They have a good online interface and delivery within one hour!
Curbside pickup and delivery through them are available 9 AM - 9 PM. $5 flat delivery fee.
Staples: grains, alternative kinds of milk, produce, wine, beer, and dry goods.
Specialty: snacks, ice cream, hard alcohol, mixers, totes, and beer glasses.
@hiloliquor - https://hiloliquor.square.site/
Platform LA - 8850 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
This cute outdoor spot in Culver City includes restaurants, pop up shops, and specialty stores. They have created a unique shopping experience where you can drive through to pick up groceries, goods, and merchandise from the stores in one go! So you can pick up produce and fancy hand soap at the same time.
Drive-through pick up. 8 AM - 8 PM.
Orders through the website must be submitted by 7:15 PM for same-day pick-up.
Staples: produce boxes, fish, pasta, pizza kits, beer, and wine
Specialty: hard alcohol, fresh handmade tortillas, at home mimosa kits, ice cream, lotions, soaps, clothes, and toys.
@platform_la - https://www.platformdrivethrough.com
