Grove Market
242 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove
(831) 375-9581
Search for the secret sauce that makes Grove Market the best in the business, and you’ll find it in every aisle: It’s the people, who provide unparalleled customer service. Despite its small size, Grove Market carries most of what you’ll find at any large chain store, but the difference is, they’ll search out whatever you want that they don’t have. Last month, a customer sent a handwritten note asking for golf star Jack Nicklaus’ brand of ice cream. Grove’s frozen foods buyer was on the search the next day. Other perks: 10-percent discounts for military and day-of delivery if you call in your order before 1pm.