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Located on Mission Street in Santa Cruz, this shopping center serves as a convenient neighborhood hub featuring a diverse mix of stores and dining options. Anchored by a large Safeway that offers a variety of fresh produce and everyday essentials, the center also houses several well-known eateries including Panda Express, Round Table Pizza, Wingstop, and the Parish Publick House, which is popular for its elevated pub-style food and wide beverage selection. Additional services such as Ace Hardware, The UPS Store, and local businesses like Nails Plus and Escape Salon Day Spa provide practical and personal care options in one accessible location.
The shopping center emphasizes customer convenience with free parking, wheelchair-accessible entrances, seating, and restrooms, as well as multiple payment methods including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Despite its steady popularity and year-round activity, visitors appreciate the variety and availability of on-site services, although parking can often be busy during peak times. This makes it a practical destination for daily errands, quick meals, and specialty shopping needs alike.
With early opening hours from 5:00 AM to 2:00 AM daily, the center accommodates a wide range of schedules, meeting the needs of those looking for everything from grocery shopping to dining and personal care at various times throughout the day. The selection of shops and amenities supports a well-rounded local experience within an easy-to-reach part of Santa Cruz.
From first-time visitors to longtime patrons, the experience consistently reflects professionalism, attention to detail, and a genuine focus on customer satisfaction.
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Panda Express has the freshest food ,but the portions are small.
If you need groceries or a quick bite to eat I would recommend this place.
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4.1 (994 reviews)
There are some staples like the hardware store and Safeway, as well as food options such as Panda Express, Round Table and The Parish Pub. Parking is easy and plentiful. Overall it is a good shopping center, but it is busy year round and not always the best place to get your shopping done.
This Safeway has a pretty good produce selection. In particular, Daikon Radish and Napa cabbage... A good enuf Asian selection. Bean thread angel hair pasta - yum. On a Monday pm, there was a fair amount of commotion - kinda sad, kinda entertaining... I use self check out - no line on Monday . Though the staff was Very busy, they were very helpful when I was stumped on produce names ..
Good spot for a bite to eat. Also has a giant Safeway. The parking can get crazy because it is a popular spot. The parking space are tighter then most so getting in and out can be frustrating depending on the time. Lots of options for eating.
Love being able to walk up the street and go grocery shopping at Safeway!! my go to place for grocery shopping, also Ace Hardware and all my cleaners I go to ! I
This shopping center is great! For the big-box, corporate palette, there is Safeway, Ace Hardware, Panda Express, Round Table, and Wingstop. For local fare they have Parish Pub. This is your pub-style food elevated slightly plus a vast selection of adult beverages to choose from. Weekdays can be mellow but if you like busy and loud, weekends are where it’s at. As for the shopping center, there is lots of parking. Just don’t do anything illegal in your car because I have seen lots of people get busted in this parking lot over the years. Oh yes, and now there is a nail salon there as well.
I like this little strip mall/ plaza, they have two of my favorite eating places Togo's and Round table pizza. The atmosphere is alright. It's very busy.The Safeway is a good one,,clean and friendly staff. If you need groceries or a quick bite to eat I would recommend this place. There is also an Ace Hardware, and a place to get your nails done( for the ladies) There is a little pub their I haven't tried yet but I've heard the food is great!
It was cool besides the security guard at Safeway we had a good time. There is a female security guard and for starters she sucks at her job. While we were shopping she was so focused on my boyfriend since he has face tattoos she didn't notice the guy in the next aisle putting bottles in his backpack. We could hear him he didn't even try to hide it because the stupid security guard was too fixated on my boyfriend to notice anything else. They need to get rid of her. Other than that it was a great place to shop they have a little of everything.
My favorite grocery-anchored neighborhood shopping center of all time. Excellent Ace Hardware. Very good Safeway with Starbucks inside. Friendly UPS Store. Outstanding Parish Pub. Inexpensive haircuts. And much, much more. Parking lot can be challenging, just take it slow.
Good spot for a bite to eat. Also has a giant Safeway. The parking can get crazy because it is a popular spot. The parking space are tighter then most so getting in and out can be frustrating depending on the time. Lots of options for eating.
Love being able to walk up the street and go grocery shopping at Safeway!! my go to place for grocery shopping, also Ace Hardware and all my cleaners I go to ! I
This shopping center is great! For the big-box, corporate palette, there is Safeway, Ace Hardware, Panda Express, Round Table, and Wingstop. For local fare they have Parish Pub. This is your pub-style food elevated slightly plus a vast selection of adult beverages to choose from. Weekdays can be mellow but if you like busy and loud, weekends are where it’s at. As for the shopping center, there is lots of parking. Just don’t do anything illegal in your car because I have seen lots of people get busted in this parking lot over the years. Oh yes, and now there is a nail salon there as well.
My favorite grocery-anchored neighborhood shopping center of all time. Excellent Ace Hardware. Very good Safeway with Starbucks inside. Friendly UPS Store. Outstanding Parish Pub. Inexpensive haircuts. And much, much more. Parking lot can be challenging, just take it slow.
There are some staples like the hardware store and Safeway, as well as food options such as Panda Express, Round Table and The Parish Pub. Parking is easy and plentiful. Overall it is a good shopping center, but it is busy year round and not always the best place to get your shopping done.
This Safeway has a pretty good produce selection. In particular, Daikon Radish and Napa cabbage... A good enuf Asian selection. Bean thread angel hair pasta - yum. On a Monday pm, there was a fair amount of commotion - kinda sad, kinda entertaining... I use self check out - no line on Monday . Though the staff was Very busy, they were very helpful when I was stumped on produce names ..
I like this little strip mall/ plaza, they have two of my favorite eating places Togo's and Round table pizza. The atmosphere is alright. It's very busy.The Safeway is a good one,,clean and friendly staff. If you need groceries or a quick bite to eat I would recommend this place. There is also an Ace Hardware, and a place to get your nails done( for the ladies) There is a little pub their I haven't tried yet but I've heard the food is great!
It was cool besides the security guard at Safeway we had a good time. There is a female security guard and for starters she sucks at her job. While we were shopping she was so focused on my boyfriend since he has face tattoos she didn't notice the guy in the next aisle putting bottles in his backpack. We could hear him he didn't even try to hide it because the stupid security guard was too fixated on my boyfriend to notice anything else. They need to get rid of her. Other than that it was a great place to shop they have a little of everything.
Everything you want to know about Almar Shopping Center, answered.
What are the general opening hours of Almar Shopping Center?
Tap to flipThe shopping center is open daily from 5:00 AM to 2:00 AM.
Is there parking available at Almar Shopping Center?
Tap to flipYes, there is a free parking lot with wheelchair-accessible spaces available for visitors.
Are the facilities at Almar Shopping Center accessible for people with disabilities?
Tap to flipYes, the center offers wheelchair-accessible entrances, seating, toilets, and parking.
What types of stores and services can be found at Almar Shopping Center?
Tap to flipThe center includes grocery stores, restaurants, health and beauty salons, a hardware store, cleaners, and pet supply shops.
Can I use credit or debit cards for purchases at Almar Shopping Center?
Tap to flipYes, most stores accept credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
Where is Almar Shopping Center located?
Tap to flipIt is located on Mission Street in Santa Cruz, California.
Are there dining options available within the shopping center?
Tap to flipYes, there are several food and drink options including Safeway, Panda Express, Parish Publick House, Wingstop, and Round Table Pizza.
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