Spencer's Fresh Markets - Morro Bay, California

Dennis

I have been in the area almost 3 years, but I have never been to Spencer's. I finally visited. This is an excellent market. They have a great selection of food at reasonable prices. They carry a lot of unique food products that you can not get elsewhere. I'm sold!!!

Jasmine B.

The supermarket was nice when we walked in. They have a great selection of different veggies and fruits, all very fresh. I love Morro Bay, we were visiting from the valley as we always do. My only problem with this place was the cashier…for some odd reason she would not look at me or my husband. She did not say hello. She didn’t say a word to us. Even when she was finished scanning our items? Not a single word. Not a “this is your total, cash or card?” NOTHING. I looked over at my husband and said so she’s just not going to talk to us? SUCH an odd experience! It was very rude.

Margherita L.

These are the reasons I LOVE Spencer's Market:
1. The produce section: produce is fresh, and they stock local items as much as possible (right now the pears from See Canyon are AMAZING!). Selection is very good with a plentiful organics section. House-made salsas are so good! I am consistently pleased with the produce I purchase at Spencer's.
2. Meat/Seafood: the variety of cuts of meat and the quality is excellent. Selection is very good, too... they carry products that are not always available at corporate chain stores. Their house-made sausages never disappoint.
3. Deli/ bakery: consistent in quality every time. Great selection.
4. The staff: All the employees I interact with are helpful and polite. I have never had a negative interaction with store personnel.
5. Hometown and locally owned store: Are you tired of corporate run grocery stores? I am, too, and I am happy to support an independent grocery store that does not compromise on quality or customer service. The store is clean, and I love the classic grocery store ambiance.
6. Bonus: Their flower bouquets are beautiful, and fresh! And they offer a nice variety of healthy, reasonably priced houseplants.

Kevin B.

All the standards, plus a nice selection of local and in-house products. Surprisingly impressive fresh fish counter - better than what you'd find at the giant chains. Interior of the store is a bit retro, but that doesn't detract from the shopping experience. Staff comes off as genuine.

Andrew T.

My spouse and I are staying in Morro Bay for the evening and found this lovely market right around the corner from our bnb. We were looking for a cheap dinner, but didn’t really have any concrete plans beyond getting some cold bottles of water.

As you can see from the photos, the store has a charming exterior. There are plenty of carts right at the entrance and easy parking. The cart itself was lovely. Ergonomic handles, and quiet, simple push, not too heavy.

We found some cheap “LifeWtr” and a number of other fun beverages. They have a huge selection of La Croix and we settled on a Guava flavor - highly recommend. There is a high selection of unique items, some of those being own store brands, such as Apple butter & more.

Ultimately we went with some soup. But unfortunately the bnb we are at did not have a can opener so when dinner time came we did a quick return to pick up another can with a easy open top. Check out the neon lights! Annie’s is great and affordable - check em out!

Paul M. J.

Old school vintage cool. Good fresh selection for a neighborhood grocery. They even have some local products like their own Spencer's labeled brands [Bottled preserves], Cal Poly University products [Farm Fresh Eggs], some local meats like Neiman Ranch, local Chorizo, & CA baked goods.

Farmers Market ALERT:
On Thursdays, 2-4PM, in their parking lot, they host a great Farmers market with tons of stuff...please see my SLO County Farmers Market entry also on Main St..

This Farmer's Market is one of the best in the County, and mostly locals even now about it. Most tourists and even locals only know about the Saturday Morro Bay one in downtown Morro Bay [which is mostly crafts], and the downtown touristy Thursday one that is sort of tradition in downtown SLO. While SLO Thur. FM is more a tourist affair with ridiculously poor parking, this Morro Bay Thursday FM at 2 PM is far superior.

Friendly staff in this store. They also have an extensive local wine selection that is hard to find anywhere else in SLO County.

The expansive ocean view also makes this location especially nice and sunset views can be awesome.

It is just off Hwy #1 and is easy to get to.

Laura W.

Love Spencer's. Our favorite market in morro bay. They host the best farmer's market ever. We come back everytime we are in the area. The best navel oranges on the planet. Excellent tamales and salsa. Get there early for homemade bread and soup because it sells out fast! Outstanding produce. Friendly vendors. Highly recommended. Thanks for being there.

Dude D.

Fresh and friendly with everything you forgot when in the area forget the big stores come where people remember the last time you were in town . If you are local You already know about Spencer's if you were treated bad there it was probably the better than every one else attitude trying looking approachable maybe friendly or driving on would be the best 💯