Rainbow Grocery, located in SOMO, is a worker-run cooperative. Not only do we hope to make a difference by providing healthy food and products, we believe that through our successful business model for cooperative work we have put the ideals of sustainable living into practice. At Rainbow Grocery, we provide affordable vegetarian food products which have minimal negative impact ecologically and...
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This vegetarian grocery store, located in South of Market neighborhood, specializes in fresh, organic, and locally grown produce. Shoppers will find all their favorite in-season fruits and vegetables in addition to whole foods like dried pastas and grains, bakery goods like breads, muffins and bagels, and organic juices in apple, carrot and strawberry. The store also carries vitamins, herbs,...
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Opened in 1975 by eight dedicated individuals who wanted to provide a wholesome alternative to commercial stores, this co-op remains true to its populist roots. The main draw is its overflowing supply of organic and earth-friendly products. If you're on the prowl for big-name products or meat, though, you'll want to head elsewhere. Buyers are strict, maintaining an almost anarchist agenda, and...
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Certified-organic produce, bulk and packaged food, macrobiotic, salt- and wheat-free items, herbs, deli, natural body care products, vitamins, homeopathic remedies, books, clothing, jewelry, and housewares.
In Short Opened in 1975 by eight dedicated individuals who wanted to provide a wholesome alternative to commercial stores, this co-op remains true to its populist roots. The main draw is its overflowing supply of organic and earth-friendly products. If you're on the prowl for big-name products or meat, though, you'll want to head elsewhere. Buyers are strict, maintaining an almost...
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Posted by Contributor
on April 13, 2009, (Edited November 21, 2005)
I was visiting my brother in San Francisco last summer. He decided he needed to get a few things at Rainbow Grocery. I couldn't believe the size of this place. The co-op that I shop in in Traverse City, Michigan could fit in one corner of this place. I could have spent hours looking around. Unfortunately I could buy very little because I was flying home the next day. What a treasure to have in...
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Posted by Citysearch User
on April 13, 2009, (Edited October 15, 2008)
I come over from Berkeley just to shop at Rainbow.It's an amazing store,nothing else like it!You know your $ aren't going to some corporate conglomerate either as it's a cooperative.I think it's the most complete store for anyone who wants a healthy informed lifestyle from top to bottom. Oh,the cheese and bulk sections,so great!I wish there was one in Berkeley...
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Posted by Citysearch User
on April 13, 2009, (Edited September 16, 2008)
Like most organic food you have to pay the price to get the quality Food is good and fresh and plentiful. I at least can get the organic fruits and feel good about what I am eating. The apple a day will truly keep the doctor away.
Posted by Citysearch User
on April 27, 2009, (Edited March 03, 2008)