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El Super
4421 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, United States
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Ne
Review №1

This place is well stocked and spacious. Good prices. Reminds me of a Mexican Food4Less.

Br
Review №2

Not a discount store. Their items are expensive. I guess for those who eat meat its a good place to get your cuts just how you like em

NI
Review №3

I always find everything I need here. Plus its not expensive. Love it

si
Review №4

This is the most reasonable vegetables and fruit store you will ever find in the city of San Diego nothing is less expensive it makes droughts seem like three times as much and whole foods six times as much and Ralphs two and a half times as much fun about two and a half times as much so if you really want to save money theres no better place for fruits and vegetables there are other items as well but I always shop for my fruits and vegetables there $10 can buy you two back full shopping bags sometimes more sometimes a little less depending what you buy but its a steal every time I leave there I feel like Im getting food for free

Ki
Review №5

Very fresh produce. Has almost everything you would need. However, checking out takes forever.

J.
Review №6

In one of those life moments I was broke down outside the store and hadnt eaten for almost 2 days and when ran out of dog food. I had to go to the store with one of those hat in hand moments nobody imagine do happen to regular people who dont steal. The manager without hesitation brought me a great sack lunch and some dog food for my pup. I hope that man find many blessings in his life

Re
Review №7

Great selection of items on this store. Highly recommend. Avoid going on the 15th and end of month since the store does get busy.

Le
Review №8

The most affordable grocery store in San Diego their fruits and vegetables are the cheapest and they have a great selection of them .their bakery has the best sweet bread (pan dulce) their meat market always have special they had Tbone for 4.99 a lb and ribeyes for 5.99 a lb. Just go down the aisle and compare prices, you will be coming back every week to save money.

Ra
Review №9

This place is AWESOME!! I found their ad in my mailbox, and the prices looked good, so I went to shop. The prices are the best! Their produce was fresh, and their meat market was busy, which is good, and I found everything I needed, plus more. The one here in City Heights is always busy according to the cashier, so be prepared to wait in line, but I will be making this my go-to grocery store from now.

JJ
Review №10

For the most part, they have great prices. The staff is helpful and kind.

Lu
Review №11

Overall is a great place to get authentic Mexican cuisine items but their produce department is slacking big. I was doing my grocery shopping and it’s inexcusable to sell produce in this condition.

Mi
Review №12

El Super is an Awesome place to get Authentic Mercado Based items. This location is actually much fancier than my hometown of El Paso. I just love the fresh aromas when they make Chicharrones, Fresh Tortillas or anything that is made really fresh.

Pa
Review №13

El Super is a Great Place to get all your needs especially the pastry section. The Best! Paulette C.P.s. Ive gained a little weight behind eating these pastries. But I love them so much.

Sh
Review №14

Not crowded. Place was clean. I picked up a few veggies because I was in a hurry, well see how the last. In the past the veggies have only lasted like 2-3 days before needing to be thrown out.

Fr
Review №15

You can find anything you need for your cooking needs really good place

Mo
Review №16

Very unorganized, always blocking the walkways by putting merchandise (employees take to long in doing their jobs). Need more cashiers on busy days.

Si
Review №17

Everything inside is great. The only problem. Leaving. The merely same reason I hardly come in. EXTREMELY Long and Long LASTING lines. Expect at least 20-25 minutes in line alone. But, if you have time. The food, BAKERY and some sales are great. With time. Of course.

ch
Review №18

El Super is the store that I have going for over 5 years! Even before I lived in the area this was always the store by the park. Everyone who works here is usually very helpful! The store is a big store with lots of selection, they have organic quality food all day! The merchandise and products are always fresh and at great prices! My neighbors favorite store! Always a good experience at el Super yo

Ra
Review №19

Busy Store, parking lot near full at this store, El Super must being something right.Modern and clean Hispanic grocery chain, they have store in Las Vegas as well at Sahara and Decatur..

Ha
Review №20

I dont understand why this store send ads to ours mailboxes weekly, but they dont treat their customers appreciatively. The store not only unclean, they dont have enough cashiers and they are too busy to be kind to customers whom only buy few items.

Na
Review №21

Good food, decent prices...🤪😀

Ra
Review №22

Great prices! Clean store! Helpful staff. The meat is inexpensive but I think its kinda gross that they stack up old meat in the front of the display that they cant sell just to make it look like its well stocked. They sold out of the particular steak I came in for and when I asked about the layer below it, they told me thats old meat you cant eat it. 🤢 Then why is it sitting in the same display with the fresh meat. Thats asking for a disaster to happen

Br
Review №23

Very open and clean, only thing that would be more helpful for me is more locally made goods from small businesses and more vegetarian/vegan options

Je
Review №24

I want to take a minute to thank Daniel for his excellent customer service! I highly appreciate it and will be returning more often to this store location! Thank you daniel!

Jo
Review №25

Best grocery store in town. Have best homemade mex food to eat there or take home....the BEST bakery for Tres Leches....forgot to take picture but we ALWAYS get the 1/4 sheet....

Hu
Review №26

Excellent prices and good quality

Ja
Review №27

The bakery outdid themselves! Alicia and the cashier carol w. were both amazing loved my cake thanks so much to both of you!

Ka
Review №28

I visit this store every 3-4 weeks mainly to buy chicken for my dog. They sell chicken legs and thighs for 59-79 cents a pound and usually have feet and hearts or gizzards as well, which she really enjoys.Often there is a line at the meat counter, and those who dont speak Spanish may need to pay special attention for their number as it might be called out verbally rather than displayed on the board, or before its on the board. The staff is friendly and I guess the great prices are worth the lines for many people.I also buy my hibiscus for jamaica or sorrel and Titos vodka here occasionally, the dog lovers vodka, as they have a good price. I dont find many organic products here so dont crdinarily buy much else.

Da
Review №29

Dont bring a back pack unless you are willing to risk leaving it it with cashier until you leave.the service is mediocre and sometimes plain rude. Having dispensed with that uglyness, I can say the prices were fairly sharp and even good on some items. you will find the typical Latin market products an in-store prepared food, bakery and some very good tortillas and masa. The produce is hit and miss but adequate for most basic needs. They have decent assortment of of in house dairy including fresh Mexican cheese, crema, cotija, panela, etc. Various salsa. There are bargains to be had in the meat dept and the butcher was very pleasant, but the selection lacked quality and variety.If you are on a rush just walk the perimeter and avoid the aislesLocated in the middle of this store. However, If you do venture in there you will find some a decent offering but use caution, as some items are way overpriced.All and all a good neighborhood grocery . But honestly l, if I wasnt visiting the fabulous thrift stores, I could easily live without this store.

Ri
Review №30

Always fresh produce of many varieties, many check out lane, covid-19 protocols are in place great service.

Vi
Review №31

Love El súper good customer service

Gl
Review №32

Store was clean bur lines were long.

Am
Review №33

I have a lot to say about super. Lets start with the ladies in the Deli. Theyre great I love them. Theyre always nice and friendly and sweet. Then the food theres these green enchiladas theyre magnificent. Im not sure who makes the sauce but I was told its the same person its perfect The sauce is just perfect. They used to have the spicy chicken strips they were magnificent but now they just have regular chicken strips which are really good too. I agua frescas are always super good. They could improve on parking and the checkout lines

Do
Review №34

Please dont take this the wrong way, their is no insult intended. But your BAG IT YOURSELF bagging system, does not work. For one, your lines are way too long. More Lanes need to be opened. ( Hire some part-timers.) Two, this community needs to be educated . But, that is not your fault. It starts in the home. Try hiring some part timers for the 1st and 3rd of the month.

Ro
Review №35

Ordered Carne Asada Burritos via UberEats. Requested no added rice or beans in the burritos. The burritos each had rice and beans, but were otherwise good. Bought 1.5lbs of Chicharron Con Carne. It was undercooked with lots of gelatinous fat under the crispy skin. I would not buy it again. Added a star because the cashier, Wendy A., had a huge genuine smile, was very friendly, and offered a box to make carrying the bags of food easier.

Se
Review №36

The staff here need some work the meat department staff are way organized and polite compared to the front end. I was in line at the designated area to wait to be told to go to a register when I was instructed to go to the express lane. While I was at the express line another women just came and stand next to me. I told her that the line started at the other end when she started talking in Spanish saying disrespectful words to me and even hit my stuff off my hands. Placed her hands on me out of respect that she was old I told her to not talk disrespectful. She keep talking in Spanish to the cashiers and they didn’t know where to check me out. Must have had more than 1 staff talking to the other customer in Spanish instead of fixing the problem I felt very mistreated and the fact that the staff was speaking in Spanish to her and treating me like I was not a valued customer.At one point the other staff asked the staff at the line department if I was send to the register and he replied yes and the other female staff still disregarded the fact that I was right and still was on their disregard that the lady was being disrespectful towards me. I occasionally shop here spending over 200$ when I shop but this time I was only getting a 2lbs carne asada which cost around $20$ and some amazing tamales but all the issue is not worth coming in to this store. I felt like they where raciest towards me and the fact that I hand my special need child with me was 1 reason why I write this. I work for customer service myself and being that your in a environment where other race are present it’s best to speak English so that you treat everyone equal. I will not be going to this store and I’d rather drive to the local farmers market to enjoy a peaceful and non raciest environment. And it’s sad that my boyfriend is Mexican and they treat other people like that. Customer service should not be measured or selective it should come from the HEART.

Ja
Review №37

Like there Wednesday special on fruit and vegetables.. Way better prices than Northgate...

Ga
Review №38

This store is always a mess and short staff even if you tell the manager.

Br
Review №39

This place always has long lines. It doesn’t matter when I come or how many people are in the store, the wait time to pay is ridiculous.Also, it sucks when you come specifically for onions and the entire grocery store is out of onions.

Sa
Review №40

Too crowded can never find what Im looking for. I will only go there if I really have to

Ca
Review №41

Great please to get your groceries...

Ab
Review №42

Great prices on food super clean very friendly

Br
Review №43

XCOMPLAN i was there just right now buying grocery than the store closed so i new its closed ok the security guard approach saying the store its closed, im done i said im out so here im closed by the milk thats all i needed im out i sayin to myself but some lady told me again were close like if i had to leave now THATS NOT GOOD CUSTOMERS SERVICE SO GOD BLESS YOU ALL

Ri
Review №44

Theyve got a great selection and friendly staff. The prices are fantastic and they offer many things other supermarkets dont have. I highly recommend you check them out.

Ri
Review №45

Cashier was rude tossed my food. When I spoke to her she ignored me. This is the same kind of service I have gotten at el super in national city,ca.

Ki
Review №46

It the best place in the world

Je
Review №47

I like it! Big selection. Carneceria REAL! Lots of checkout aisles available.

Ni
Review №48

$2.29 a pound hamberger meat every Thursday it is 73/27 fat but more fat more flavor.

Na
Review №49

Service is bleh and I don’t understand why hasn’t anybody mentioned the stench from the meat section!! It’s awful.BUT IT FOR SURE HAS (THE BEST) BAKERY IN TOWN.

Al
Review №50

Love this store. Lots of products you cant get at other stores. Staff is very friendly and helpful.

Ch
Review №51

As long as you only need some basic things its good, specialized in more of the Hispanic foods.

Ri
Review №52

Little gem in City Heights that carries just a tremendous selection of produce and latin american products at unbelievable pricesIve been looking for blue corn tortillas and most places have them as special orders at a premium. Walked in here today and they have 2 dozen for $1.49.Limes were 2 pounds for 99 cents. Bins sells you ONE LIME for 59 cents. Walked out of here with groceries for the entire week for under $45, which includes all the items needed to.make tamales and pozole.For any super exotic ingredients or produce, if you are in North Park, Normal Heights or even Mission Valley or La Mesa, visit this place. Its a large market stocked with everything you need and a huge meat counter.

Da
Review №53

Can cannot be the price very good price on food items

Je
Review №54

Very dirty old fruit and vegetables

Sa
Review №55

Heads up! They close at 10 now!!!!

Ja
Review №56

Awesome! Great service and everything I need

Da
Review №57

Very poor selection for its size

De
Review №58

Very busy location but this day I was able to get what I needed and get out

Ke
Review №59

Great prices. Moderate selection. Good meat and produce areas.

Ra
Review №60

Not the greatest selection of products, but the produce and meats are cheap with a good quality.

Yo
Review №61

Fresh produce cant beat the prices. Bad customer service at the carniceria when I got their people were waiting to get served there was no one attending the carniceria I had to look for someone twice to finally get some service.

T.
Review №62

Fresh fruit and veggies!

Fa
Review №63

Nice and clean.

Ri
Review №64

Need more cashiers at peak time.

Mi
Review №65

The butcher was rude to my mother in law and had a little attitude. Some employees need to be more courteous with the customers. Other than that everything else was good.

Cr
Review №66

Love this store. Prices are a bit high but store is clean and staff is friendly.

Ma
Review №67

Excellent Customer service today!🤗

An
Review №68

Disgusting service in the fresh meat section. Serve out of turn. I waited 20 minutes. I told them about my number, they didn’t pay attention to me and continued to serve other customers who came after me. They speak only Spanish, which is not allowed !!! This is disgusting and unacceptable !!!

He
Review №69

Always clean and organized making it a very easy place to shop.

Jo
Review №70

Very low prices on meats and veggies, canned goods and beauty products are pricey. I walk out of here with more groceries than i do at ralphs or vons

Ja
Review №71

This store is great but the line to pay is ridiculous

en
Review №72

Good price

Ro
Review №73

Well known name brands, friendly service, ample parking.

ka
Review №74

I just entered el super and they’re not sanitizing the carts and when I asked for sanitizer wipes or a spray they said they didn’t have none and refused to help me clean the cart I’m going to report them to OSHA that’s completely unsanitary

Ia
Review №75

It was the end of the night (10:30pm) so some of the fresh fruit hadnt been replaced yet. However the bananas I went to get were there! The store still really clean.

Ap
Review №76

This store has everything you need great shopping.

Ms
Review №77

Lunch time with my wife

Ge
Review №78

Worst place to buy a cake Told the pretty lady to put 69 on my cake and this is how it looked 1s I got home

Ka
Review №79

Good prices on fruits and veggies customer service good aswell

Su
Review №80

I dislike the meat here but they do got alot of drink specials

Ch
Review №81

This was my first time shopping here. Their sales is what made me go there. They had excellent prices, BUT, the customer service in the meat department needed A LOT of improvement. 😡

Au
Review №82

This is a very clean El super. Very well stocked only reason I didnt give it five stars is because they did not have enough cashiers and the lines were 10 deep.

Gu
Review №83

Love the croissants, aguas frescas delicious

Da
Review №84

This is our spot to go shopping for fruits, vegetables, and salsa. Its super cheap and fresh. They have good bakery as well. And super fresh homemade cheese.As for meat and fish, I would not recommend this place, as that section doesnt smell good, you know. I mean it looks like fish and meats are not fresh at all.I dont know why people complain about big lines. Even at super busy time with real big lines it takes about 10 minutes to be checked out, not like 30. I can see, the cashiers there trying to do it as fast as possible.

Ma
Review №85

Good

Jo
Review №86

Good prices but very unorganized. I rather pa a little more as long as my shopping goes smooth without dealing with blocking the walk ways and taking longer than I should. You would think they would get more employees during the holidays.

Ji
Review №87

Cashiers are friendly. And wic transaction are painless, no issue here so far.

Ma
Review №88

The store itself is ok. They have the store very clean and items are normally in the place where you might find them. The draw back of this store is the amount of homeless people that hang out in and around the store.

Review №89

They r crazy

Ru
Review №90

I used to love coming to this store for the great prices and food quality. Ive talked to store manager about the rude lady that works in meat department. Today I had a bad experience once again with this lady I do not wish for her to be fired but attitude needs to be fixed, Im done with this place.

An
Review №91

They dont treat their workers right. My aunt was fired from this store after years of suffering from work related injuries.

De
Review №92

Long lines. Lacking in friendliness.

mi
Review №93

Love going to different grocery stores.

cl
Review №94

Great service. Short lines. Cashiers was friendly and smiled the whole time. A-1.

Ha
Review №95

The cashier is too busy talking to her co-workers instead of actually working. We were in line for over 15 minutes and this girl kept taking forever. She would keep leaving her register to talk to the other cashiers. Her name is Elizabeth G cashier: 1172. January 5th at 10:23am.

Al
Review №96

The meat dept. Is fantastico

Ta
Review №97

Sometimes there are very long lines to checkout and the meat department always smells pretty bad.

es
Review №98

Its an ok place pretty much like northgate or food4less

K
Review №99

First time going in there

As
Review №100

A very large store, yet somehow more organized than most grocery stores that Ive seen. Very clean and spacious. The meat didnt seem very fresh, and prices for many basic items ran a tad bit high.. But its definitely worth coming here again!

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  • Address:4421 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, United States
  • Site:https://elsupermarkets.com/san-diego-4421-university-ave-ca-92105/
  • Phone:+1 619-400-2150
Categories
  • Grocery store
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–10PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–10PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–10PM
  • Thursday:7AM–10PM
  • Friday:7AM–10PM
  • Saturday:7AM–10PM
  • Sunday:7AM–10PM
Service options
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
  • Safety dividers at checkout:Yes
Highlights
  • Great produce:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Offerings
  • Organic products:Yes
Amenities
  • Public restroom:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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