Woodlands Market

I had a very good shopping experience in the San Francisco store. It had everything I needed and more! I loved the layout of the market. They have a very good cheese selection and bakery. I tried the hot bar. Yes, you can eat there. The best part were the welcoming staff. Thank you Tito and Dina for attentive customer service. The store looks very good and clean! Kudos to the management.

Being new to the area, Woodlands Market in SoMa is just down the street from us, so we stop in quite often. It’s a cool little neighborhood market that’s convenient and easy to pop into when you need something quickly. They have a wide variety of products for a store its size, which is definitely a plus. The prices are a bit high, but it works out when you’re in a crunch, need to grab something fast, or can’t make it to a larger grocery store with more competitive pricing. One of the highlights is the salad bar and sandwich counter—both are consistently great. They also have an impressive selection of beer, which makes it a convenient stop for last-minute needs or casual shopping. My experiences with staff have been mixed. The team in produce and the deli are incredibly welcoming, friendly, and helpful, which really stands out in a positive way. They make the store feel warm and neighborhood-focused. On the other hand, interactions with cashiers and the person working in the pharmacy/health section haven’t always been great. Some staff members seem unwelcoming and could benefit from additional training around customer interaction. I’ve also noticed cashiers openly swearing while talking amongst themselves, which doesn’t feel very professional. Overall, Woodlands Market is convenient with some great offerings, but consistency in customer service would really improve the experience.

This is a fantastic local gem! I loved their diverse and extensive selection of healthy food and unique drink options, that aren't available at other stores. It's also a huge bonus that they are dog-friendly. While they are a bit on the pricey side, the quality and unique offerings make it well worth the occasional splurge.

A local gem, indeed! They’ve got a great selection of produce, snacks, and a solid salad / hot bar offering. Good prices — probably what you’d expect at Whole Foods tbh, but given the rest of the neighbourhood, it’s as good as it’s gonna get! Most importantly, everyone that works here is so wonderful, welcoming and warm.

Friendly staff. Came here for a snack. I had a protein shake and coffee. Grabbed some food from the salad bar as well. A bit overpriced but expected in the area. There were cute holiday decorations.

Great shop with lots of food options. The salad and food bars are always stocked with delicious items. It's a good quick stop for everything from groceries to sushi to beer.

I got an order at this store on December 10 around 5:30 pm as Instacart shopper and customer wanted 1 lb of fresh halibut fillet. They didn’t have it in the display shelf so they brought the piece from the back and weighted and wrapped it. After delivery customer filed a complaint that the fillet was rotten and I got negative review for that. That’s why it probably was in the back and not on the display. Shame. Why would you sell stuff that is rotten?

Sandra at Woodlands did an incredible job with the flowers for both our civil wedding celebration and my baby shower. Everything looked beautiful and exactly how I envisioned it. She was great to work with — responsive, thoughtful, and reliable. Highly recommend!

I really like this grocery store, and I try to come whenever I'm back. I have no idea why the reviews are so low. I MUCH prefer shopping at local markets like this, instead of Safeway. Actually, I hardly ever go to Safeway anymore. Shelves are always well stocked, store is very clean, and just a pleasant place to shop at. I've never tried the food at the self-serve buffet, but it usually looks pretty fresh. I like that it's never too crowded here, so you can maneuver your way around the aisles easily.

Being new to the area, Woodlands Market in SoMa is just down the street from us, so we stop in quite often. It's a cool little neighborhood market that's convenient and easy to pop into when you need something quickly. They have a wide variety of products for a store its size, which is definitely a plus. The prices are a bit high, but it works out when you're in a crunch, need to grab something fast, or can't make it to a larger grocery store with more competitive pricing. One of the highlights is the salad bar and sandwich counter both are consistently great. They also have an impressive selection of beer, which makes it a convenient stop for last-minute needs or casual shopping. My experiences with staff have been mixed. The team in produce and the deli are incredibly welcoming, friendly, and helpful, which really stands out in a positive way. They make the store feel warm and neighborhood-focused. On the other hand, interactions with cashiers and the person working in the pharmacy/health section haven't always been great. Some staff members seem unwelcoming and could benefit from additional training around customer interaction. I've also noticed cashiers openly swearing while talking amongst themselves, which doesn't feel very professional. Overall, Woodlands Market is convenient with some great offerings, but consistency in customer service would really improve the experience.

Great spot to grab corporate party stuff last minute. They had a cake, some chocolates and flowers that I bought to celebrate a birthday in office. They unfortunately do not have balloons but it was good otherwise. Service was nice and was very laid back!

Love the Chipotle Chicken sandwich from Woodlands! The service was nice and quick. This will definitely be a go-to for me if I need a quick sandwich or I am on the go.

I went to the Woodlands( Not in Yolo ) Market ( Not on Market street ) in San Francisco's South of Market ( SOMA). The Woodland Market was started by Don Santa. The Santa family started in 1986. Entering the Woodlands Market it does start to look a lot like Xmas. There is lots Xmas trees and Santa's inside the market .There is also a descent selection of spirits for the Holiday spirits. There are aisles of wines with a section of specialty cheese to pair it. There is also a seafood section and a produce section with fruits and veggies. They also have two bars. A fresh salad bar and a hot food bar. Overall a good place in the area to get drink and food. Go to the Woodlands Market in San Francisco to get the wine and cheese after your Xmas shopping spree Come inside to see Santa and the Xmas tree

Located in the heart of the east cut or rincon hill at the base of lumina you have a high end grocery that has complimentary parking. The prices are definitely high but makes sense given the location. The tequila selection is surprisingly strong. Hence the fortaleza trifecta I secured at this location. The quick serve food is somewhat reasonably priced for the location. Their burritos are massive. I think they are my favorite in terms of options that are grab and go. Pastries are solid too.

Okay so I got a burrito here for the first time and could not believe the value/deal it is for $11. Honestly, this burrito is equivalent to me buying 3 bunches of kale, of which I think I'd probably be more satisfied with a burrito over 3 bunches of kale for the same price. Grocery prices here are insane!! But this burrito tho, not bad for value. And tastes pretty decent and actually better than I expected for an expensive grocery store lol. I got the beef barbacoa, and it wasn't the most flavorful, but you got protein! I also got every single topping minus beans which made it relatively big. This certainly doesn't beat Chipotle across the street on taste, but value and guac included in the $11 total?! Say less. Def recommend if you're in a pinch for a meal. I only ate half my burrito because it's already a generous amount of food for one person if you're looking to have a relatively "light" meal.

Good market and accessible for those who actually live in Fidi. We came here often during work and the selection is decent but limited. Hot food is just ok at this price point imo

I live in the neighborhood so I come here all the time. everyone is very friendly and the selection of stuff is great. yes, it is expensive, so I do the bulk of my grocery shopping elsewhere. however, woodlands has a great selection of milk, alcohol, drinks, and pastries. not to mention they have a nice hot food, salad, and sandwich bar. coffee too! I like getting their sandwiches--the ingredients are fresh and they are super generous with the portions. their chocolate chip cookies are also yummy.

This is real market with everything from spirits to produce to hot food. I can't speak about all their offerings but I love their sandwiches. The quality of all the ingredients (bread, meat, produce) is very impressive, the cost is super reasonable, and it's pretty good sized sandwich. If you want the sandwich to really standout, order it with the olive tapenade. That olive tapenade stuff is so tasty on their sandwiches.

I usually go to the other locations, but this one Is close to my work area. The first time I was thrilled they had everything the other locations have just a very smaller store. The second time I came here I ate off the hot bar and got sick. I don't know which item it was that I had eaten being that I had three hot bar items and something else from behind the counter made for me. Other than that I would shop here again. The produce selection is great and so are the grocery items. A bit cheaper than Whole Foods as well. They also have a water that costs $10.00 but very much so worth the price. The store is well maintained and clean. There is always an employee nearby to help find any particular item and they are very knowledgeable about any questions you may have about something specific that you may want in the store.

I stopped in this store to grab some hot bar for dinner. The hot bar looked really good, so I grabbed a normal sized container, and filled it up. I took my hot bar purchase home to eat. To my surprise, most of the food was not good. I am disappointed as for the price I've paid for this meal, I was expecting something a little better. I guess the days of good hot bar food are long gone. Well, Gus's on 4th still has a decent one...

The service here is always great. The workers are very friendly and super helpful. Even though the grocery store is small, there's a pretty good selection here of basics you need. I also like the fresh food that they have. It's definitely a pricier grocery store but it's the only one that's in the area.

Has some good stuff but is EXTREMELY overpriced, so if you are on a budget whatsoever this is definitely not for you. I'd say you're likely better off going to Whole Foods cause they have a wider selection and more appropriate pricing for the value you're getting (as they're more or less the same in many respects). I wanted to support this place as an alternative to WF and because it's a couple blocks away from me, but the prices are quite frankly absurd and can't be justified. Basically taking advantage of the fact it's located near a bunch of expensive high rises so charging ridiculously high prices on things. So will continue to go to Safeway or WF a couple blocks farther away.

Great store! The staff is very friendly and always willing to help. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the shopping experience is always pleasant.

The store seems a bit discriminatory. The cashiers only speak to white or Asian customers, or maybe they just don't like black lesbians. When I say things like "hi, how are you" or "have a good night," they look at me like I'm not supposed to be there. Or they simply ignore me. The Latin employees are the nicest ones there that's why I'm giving 2 stars. I shop there when I'm working in the area because my coworker recommended it. I'm not usually one to complain, but I felt it was important to let people of color and LGBTQ folks know they might want to shop elsewhere. Heartbreaking.

Their $27 dollar teeny tiny red velvet cake was stale. Sweet and stale, unfortunately. Presents well though.

While it can be pricey, Woodlands Market is always there when I need something in a pinch. I am a huge fan of their soup bar (they also have a full hot bar!), sandwich counter, juice selection, and chocolate chip cookies. The staff are always very kind, which is a bonus!

PSA - do not buy fruit here...it might have ANTS. I have purchased blueberries and raspberries multiple times and they have had ANTS in the container on multiple occasions and I've had to throw the entire bag out.

I picked up some hot food and watermelon from the store, and I left it outside on top of a beer box while I went to use the restroom. Then out of nowhere, a couple of employees or people outside start banging on the door like, "Yo, get out, you got the food inside, you can't do that!" Like what? It felt like they thought I was trying to steal or something.I told them the food's right there outside. Super disrespectful and uncomfortable.Next time double check before accusing somebody stealing!

Moved into the neighborhood and wanted to buy a few things real quick last night. I saw the cottage cheese in the store at a comparable price to Safeway and Whole Foods which I thought was a great deal and added it to my cart however I was charged a different and higher amount at the time of checkout! I was surprised to see that happen and went back to the cashier to get a refund. Hoping this doesn't happen again where customers are charged more than what items are labeled for in the aisles!

The cleaning work in the supermarket is basically in place, but dust can still be seen in some corners. The attitude of the staff towards customers is rather plain and lacks enthusiasm. The prices of goods fluctuate greatly and irregularly. The overall impression is three stars.

Came in recently to find that their entrance changed, and now there is security present. I'm not sure if there was a security guard before, because if there was, it wasn't as obvious as it is now. Parking can be found on the street or under the building on Beale, which is super convenient. The store is always clean and well maintained. Their prices on basic items are significantly higher than they probably should be, even by SF standards. So it's definitely not somewhere you'd want to go for a large grocery run, but it's great for last minute items and their hot foods are actually pretty good too.

My family was visiting San Francisco from Vancouver, Canada after Christmas (2024) and heard about Woodlands Market known for their quality sandwiches. It was about 10-minute walk from our hotel, perfect for a quick lunch stop. I ordered a turkey/cranberry sandwich. Antonia, who served us was quite meticulous in prepping sandwich ingredients and assembling them according to customer requests. As well, she was very precise and quick . My husband ordered the substantial House Roast Beef Sandwich, starting with an extra serving of meat, along with a healthy selection of fresh ingredients. He was also happy with Antonia's service. She did a wonderful job building his sandwich with just the perfect amount of spread and condiments. We totally enjoyed our sizeable sandwiches; good to share or enjoy in two sittings: good bang for the buck as they say !

5 stars for the hot food bar, 3 for the groceries. Hot food bar: delicious, freshly made burritos and sandwiches that are actually affordable. $10 for a massive burrito with unlimited fillings (including guacamole!) is a great deal, especially for the Rincon Hill area Groceries: decent but very bougie selection of overpriced groceries. Convenient to grab a few fresh items for a dinner but too expensive for weekly groceries.

Almost any grocery you want! I discovered Woodlands Market the other day when I was having a late lunch break and everything near the office was closed. I had to walk a few blocks, but when I got there I was pleasantly surprised. Woodlands Market has all the basic groceries and a lot more. I spent a little bit of time walking around the store and all the goods were very good quality. The fruit section was impressive as was the takeout food section. I ended up getting some sushi and a couple of pieces of fruit for lunch, but now I have my new "go to" place!

Hui is the best sandwich maker she's a very kind sweet lady , recommend getting the chipotle chicken sandwich

I've tried pretty much all the sandwiches I get them on the weekends due to no lunch in office. They're overall pretty good add maybe a bit of salt from the packets they provide and they fill you up. (I don't recommend the steak & Gruyère they LOAD It with horseradish it completely ruins it)

Beautiful interior great store love the hot bar super expensive but great items. Think whole foods mixed with erewon.

This local market has very fresh produce, a lot of nice pastries including a pastry counter, a fish and meat counter, and items you will have a difficult time finding somewhere else.. The wine has a wide range in terms of quality and price. The hot food is well prepared. The prices are commensurate with the cost of doing business on Rincon Hill (now called East Cut due to gentrification). What the owner has impressively is demonstrating a commitment to the community and its diversity. I love going into the place to get groceries while interacting with employees from a diverse background. Keep it up.

Imagine not having a supermarket in a heart of SoMa. Whether there's one close to where you work, or is attached to what use to be an eye-catching glossy residential highrise now called LUMINA. Woodlands is one grocery supermarket that has you covered. I should expect more from Woodlands since it's less special than "The Market" in Market street between 10th and 11th. Seeing Woodlands Market, there's so much to browse through before grocery shopping. Being here make me think I'm in Tiburon (which I once set foot one time after the ferry ride). Million Thai food at the hot bar, anyone? How 'bout a coffee break at Equator? There's even a to-go sushi rolls as well as the meat market. Quite similar to Whole Foods in a different setting. I'm still glad they have one microwave available and operational for heating up meals. But don't take my word for it. Last time before the pandemic, the microwaves in every Whole Foods have been removed for health and safety concerns. It's good to see one grocery store open during pandemic. I might come back to Woodlands once again. All it takes is 3 blocks from the Embarcadero station.

Convenient location but super expensive. If you can make the trek, goto target and whole foods about 16 mins away.

Live nearby and stopped by today to get a couple of items and a deli sandwich. I was impressed with the place. Sure, prices are a little high, but they also have unique and fun selections that I don't see in many other places nearby. My favorite item today was a sour cherry spread. Their sandwich didn't disappoint either. I ordered the steak & gruyere tri-tip sandwich with horseradish aioli, gruyere cheese, and arugula on a Dutch crunch roll. The ingredients were quality, and the flavor combination was well thought out. I recommend the Dutch crunch roll option for your bread choice - it made the sandwich for me. The deli manager was kind and helpful - so was the cashier. Overall, a solid experience - excited to come back soon.

This market is close to some of my go-to coffee shops in the city. I will usually stop by here for a sandwich before settling in to some work. This is also a great place to pick up some food quickly if you want to go eat in front of the Bay Bridge at Rincon Park. They have a large deli with lots of meal options, including build-your-own sandwiches. I recommend trying something from their deli and fresh-pressed juices if you find yourself on the go! I rarely see it, but if they have their prosciutto sandwich out I highly recommend snagging one of those!

My compliments to Antonia who recommended such a vibrant and tantalizing sandwich deli platter for our party. Such tray was bursting with a medley of fresh gourmet ingredients ranging from a delightful array of meat combo, bread, cheese, and other condiments which were all creatively arranged and pleased every palate with every flavorful bite. Not only was it beautifully crafted but it was indeed a top notch at our party. So..anytime, anybody wants to host an event, call Woodlands Market in S.F. and look for Antonia! You will not be disappointed!

I love visiting woodlands, mainly because it's the closest store to my apartment building. They have pretty much everything you'd be looking for. I usually just pick up quick items missing in my pantry when I'm cooking. They have a great selection of cheeses and even wines. They also have a bunch of desserts, sweets, and baked goods. I once got a red velvet cake, it was very tasty but a little bit dry. Another nice thing is that they provide free valet parking so it's super convenient to take your car there. They do have items that are a little bit pricey. I'd recommend going there to check it out :)

Our bible study group ordered sandwiches from Antonia who works at Woodland Market San Francisco and the service was great and the meal were delicious. Because of this experience I'm planning to visit the place. Thanks to Antonia for ushering us a wonderful meal.

Very rude staff. Particularly Asian lady at checkout. Do not shop here. Completely overpriced.

Pricey, but the bakery section and hot/Togo food is yummy! I only go here for these so my review purely on the bakery and prepared food options. The mango cheesecake was to die for! And their cookie options are so yummy and great to bring as last minute potluck/party desserts. The groceries and drinks are pretty overpriced and so I don't buy my normal groceries here. If you're on a time crunch and need somewhere to go though, this is a high quality place.

Not good for anybody on a budget Way over priced I wish they'd move in a Trader Joe's, or Rainbow Foods, or even a Safeway. Anything would be better than this overpriced store , typical overpriced goods , only if I'm drunk and desperate will I step into this store, and even then I feel as if I was financially raped, with guilt for shopping there

It is the most expensive grocery store I have ever seen but I understand it from a business perspective. They definitely seem to have higher tier items if you care about those small details in your food products. It's very convenient since there aren't many grocery stores in it's neighborhood.

I would love this place if everything was priced 30% lower. I get it though, SF commercial rents are expensive so they need to charge a lot. Since it's nearby, this ends up being a spot where I pick up a last minute bottle of wine or a forgotten ingredient for a dish I'm making. While the selection isn't huge, the wines and beers here are thoughtfully curated. The hot food bar is decent, but exorbitantly priced, even by its own standards. Make sure you're aware of the per pound price before you checkout or you're in for a shock. I do love their lobster bisque though. I bought some fresh scallops here once and they were super fresh and delicious. Ditto the steaks.

Centered in the heart of Soma, this corner-nook store is a great addition to the area. I had the pleasure of carpooling with the store owner a while ago before Woodlands had opened...since then I've had my fair share of treats. I come on a quick lunch break since its only a block down from my job. I love thier burrito, hot food items and salad bar. Thier bakery is classy. My fav is that they have a huge selection in premium alcoholic beverages for the "inner bartender" in you. I had to pick up some Hanger 1 vodka for a mini-gig I was doing and they had all the flavors I needed! Definitely scored big points for that one So needless to say I will continue to enjoy the pleasures of this markets convenience.

East cut neighborhood small grocery market. Their prices for items like alcohol is higher than big names grocers like Safeway or Wholefoods. They have a hot food bar which I usually come to if I didn't bring my lunch. They have a sandwich place, grocery store sushi takeout, burrito bar, and cafe also. Overall good to come grab a quick bite if you are crunched on time. Their food is not cheap. I usually walk out of here with lunch between $15-$25. It's a quick grab and go lunch so not really expecting restaurant quality but they do charge restaurant pricing. Overall taste to the food is ok. They have alternating menu on a daily basis. Lines can get long during lunch time. So I recommend you come before or nearing the end of lunch for shorter wait time. Service there is usually friendly.

Compared to other grocery stores, Woodlands' stuff is more expensive but I do have to say their products are usually of higher quality as well. I especially like their selection of baked goods. Their pastries and donuts are almost at the same level as decent to good bakeries. Their selection of cookies is also great. They also carry a lot of stuff that's not carried by other chain supermarkets such as Lucky or Safeway, such as local products or more health-conscious items. I also like that they have hot food selections so you could just grab a container and get the foods you like in the quantities you desire. But again, unfortunately the price is more on the steep side. The store is very clean and well kept and maintained. It provides a very nice ambience for people to shop. Near the cashier area, they provide some chairs and tables for their customers to sit down at and enjoy their food.

Once you get over the sticker shock, they curate really lovely food and offer a lot of convenience. They're in downtown and the prices are similar to Ferry Building prices -- I imagine this is just the reality of rent here. Once you get over that, the hot bar foods are good, the salads are good. The produce is fresh. And they carry quite a good variety of items. We sometimes have breakfast and lunch here. Can't beat the convenience of you want something freshly prepared in this part of town.

Clean but pretty expensive! Staff is not that friendly either, but theyre probably not having it serving the bougee crowd that shops here. The hubby and I only come here when we are in dire need of last minute items. Believe it or not I'd rather shop at Wholefoods if I could but this is steps away from our place and convenient. He does find some good rare crafty beers here that aren't usually available at your local grocery. In addition, they do have a separate pet store around the corner from here and sadly it makes the area smell horrendous in soaked pet urine. Perhaps, put your mask on when walking by this part.

Great sushi and hot bar stuff. I love the bakery items as well. However, the wandering dogs around the fresh food is unsanitary (I am a dog owner myself and would never let my dog act that way in a place of service)

It's a good spot with a bunch of options. They have food ready to pick up and eat and they offer groceries.