“It's Trader Joe's, come on! Yeah, the parking lot is a nightmare of people in cars trying to wait to get the closest parking spots. I'm in and out before they've parked, and the checker didn't comment on my groceries.”
“I really enjoyed the shop's inside Castro valley market place. They have a bakery, butcher shop, grocery store and more. It's pricey but very high quality groceries.”
“This is an EXCELLENT European grocery store! You can find your favorite meats, canned goods, dry goods,cheese, candy, bakery items, wines, beer, condiments, and so much more! Be prepared to spend an hour to see it all!”
“We were told about this market about seven years ago by a resident of Castro Valley. We have gone back many times.We frequent them for their meat market (absolutely wonderful).They have a unique blend of “speciality items”. As a trained Chef, I enjoy going there to purchase any speciality items I might desire.I must be honest, I don’t shop there on a regular basis. I do shop there when I am preparing for a dinner party. I do go there when I desire a wonderful cut of beef, Lamb or Pork.An example is three years ago, I desired a Prime Rib Roast. I desire a specific cut of meat… and a cut that might have been different from what I could get from the local markets.I stopped at Al’s, spoke to one of the butchers, explained what I desired, how it was going to be prepared.I paid for my order and two weeks later, picked up my purchase. I must say, it was one of the better cuts of beef I ever had purchased. Our guests for dinner raved. Generally, In order to prepare great food, one must have great ingredients.Is Al’s market cheap? Nope.If I want cheap, I’ll go to Walmart and make do.Does Al’s market meet a need? Yep, they do.Try them, I’m certain you will love them.”
9:30AM - 7PM
3836 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley
Grocery Stores
“Bigger and brighter supermarket than its smaller location also in Castro Valley. This is Asian Supermarket has fresh live seafood and shellfish, fresh meats and produce. Many many selection of snacks, noodles, drinks and more. Plenty of parking and brighter lights to keep the area safe. Shopping is easy they accept cash and card payments. This place is fairly new. Just the restaurant next door. Posted 2026/5.”
“I've been going to this place since I was a youngster, next too the H.S.,halfway thru my paper route, on the way home. I'm not sure if it is the same owner, but Robin is sweetheart and I've enjoyed having the opportunity too patronize this business for years.”
“It may not have all things being it's a smaller store, hence the 4, but the staff is beyond helpful, friendly, and fun. Customer service is 5+ stars in all departments.”
“It was cleaner and better arranged than the last time I visited last year. The produce is fresh. Staff are friendly and courteous. Good place for a quick shopping visit.”
“Favorite place in the whole world to shop for groceries. I buy my cat food here as well. They have enough of my favorite foods on sale for me to spend my money with peace of mind. Most importantly they are open really late since I never seem to get my sh_t together soon enough to make it during daylight hours. The people that work are real quick at what they do”
“Great place my go to better then sizzler. Not expensive healthy food . Talk to one of the cooks ,n told me that chicken is farm raised ,n they don't sell pork. Try salmon over rice good one.cajun shrimp, chicken n rib eye, dumplings chicken n veggies great place check it out tell them I sent you ?”
“Great super market. They have an indoor kitchen with a lot of traditional Mexican dishes that remind you of back home in Mexico. My first choice for Mexican food.”