Wild Oats Natural Marketplace

(626) 792-1778

603 S Lake Ave
Pasadena, CA 91106 34.1357 -118.1325

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Neighborhood: South Pasadena

Last updated 9.11.08

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Health Food Stores

What People Are Saying About Wild Oats Natural Marketplace

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In Short – In addition to organic produce, dairy items, meats, fish and bulk foods, this national chain prides itself on a wide selection of vegetarian and vegan products, herbal and homeopathic remedies, dietary supplements and full-service seafood, meat, cheese and deli counters. Those looking for specialty products such as wheat-free baked goods, free-range bison steaks or anything soy-based won't be disappointed.

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Wild Oats is the first food retailer in the United States to replace its traditional plastic deli containers at some locations with a corn-based version (that's right: corn) made from an annually renewable resource (again: corn). The corn-based packaging can be returned to the store for composting.
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. Wild Oats is also next door to Peets coffee and a Noah's bagel shop--a nice morning combination.
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. The deli has great food, but its not organized and people often end up waiting 10 to 15 minutes to get served.
  2. The meat counter is small, but the produce quality is generally quite good.
service
100.0% positive
  1. The deli has great food, but its not organized and people often end up waiting 10 to 15 minutes to get served.
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. The deli has great food, but its not organized and people often end up waiting 10 to 15 minutes to get served.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/29/12

We Miss You

by MsG2

This place WAS a gem . Whole Foods bought the chain. It is now a Fresh and Easy. The only thing that is as nice are the tables on the patio. Parking is easier but less reason to want to park. Peets coffee next door is still worth stopping the car.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/21/10

I'm so sad to say.....................

by putty tat007

I'm sad to say they are no longer at 603 South Lake Ave. I looked for them asked around and nothing. I don't know if they just moved or went out of business. I find it odd if they did there were always people there. If anyone knows where they have moved to please send me a message please.

  • Pros: Best health food store I have ever been to.
  • Cons: NONE!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/13/02

Convenient quality

by jbho

Though not my regular grocery store, I like browsing and getting ideas for foods to prepare. They have a big nutrition center in the back by the deli, which has anything you're looking for.

  • Pros: Inspiring
3.5 Star Rating: Average

05/16/02

new agey, upscale grocery

by jaepu

Wild Oats is where I shop for 'good' groceries when I don't have the time to go out to Whole Foods. Wild Oats lands a little more on the granola/birkenstock side of the fence than foodie, but the quality and selection of food here is first rate. The meat counter is small, but the produce quality is generally quite good. This store also has an excellent supply of bulk dry goods. Good vitamin/supplement selections as well. Wild Oats is also next door to Peets coffee and a Noah's bagel shop--a nice morning combination. Parking can be dicey if you go in a prime shopping time, but I've never actually had to leave the lot to seek parking on the street.

  • Pros: produce, bulk goods, vitamin selection
  • Cons: butcher counter
4.5 Star Rating: Recommended

05/13/02

Super Fresh Food

by SGabriel

Other than the farmers market, this is the only place I will buy my fruits and veggies. The food is always in season and incredibly fresh. Whenever Im making something new, Ive found the staff to be helpful and knowledgeable. I also love the bath and beauty section in the back. My only complaint would be about the deli. The deli has great food, but its not organized and people often end up waiting 10 to 15 minutes to get served.

The Details on Wild Oats Natural Marketplace

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  • generally quite good produce quality
  • excellent supply
  • love section
  • dry goods
  • nice combination
  • big nutrition center
  • great food
  • good groceries
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