Wonderful neighborhood market
Figueroa Produce is a tucked back in the parking lot behind the 99 cents store. They have a great selection of ethnic groceries, meat substitutes, non-dairy frozen desserts and organic produce at really good prices! Also plenty for meat-eaters - a wide selection of fresh and packed meat products, a deli that makes fresh sandwiches and amazing guacamole and salsa to go...a bunch of gourmet delights and classic barbecue fare as well.
One impressive thing about this place is the fact that they don't sell cigarettes or alcohol. Unfortunately, it also means they are struggling to keep afloat....so if you live in the area or are passing through on the way to work in Pasadena or going to the Rose Bowl...you should stop in and check it out.
Say hello to the guy at the checkstand - it's more than likely that he's one of the owners, a group of very hardworking and friendly fellows.
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