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Central Market
Gourmet Store, Grocery Store, and Health Food Store
Houston
"Get the California connection at the sandwich bar! Amazing!"(6 Tips)
"Get the North Atlantic sandwich from the sandwich bar!!"(6 Tips)
"Salad bar is always good and fresh at a reasonable price."(8 Tips)
"LOVE DIP really is love at first bite."(3 Tips)
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Juliana CoxNovember 11, 2017let me just say, cool place to shop in - I was blown away by the selection, especially in the produce. not to mention I love all the samples throughout & layout of the store- Santos SolorzanoDecember 30, 2015I always go here with my girlfriend and she gets the Cali Connection while I get the Portobello. I wish I could say more, but that's what the picture is for. Waiting to find parking is soooo worth it!
The Most Interesting Man in the WorldFebruary 23, 2014They can teach you wild boar preparation here. I must say, their methods differ from mine. In my experience the best way to prepare for a wild boar is plenty of cardio.
This Market become better than the whole food market .. i love how they serve everything from the bakery fresh. Also the butchery side is huge and surely you will find what you want if you come early
BriAnna WehnertJanuary 17, 2022I’m obsessed. Everything is great. Go here if you love food or want to expand/ try different things. Personally, I can’t shop here all of the time but it’s great for spoiling yourself.
Marissa Z-GrayJuly 8, 2012Great selection of everything. Go to the salad bar and try the Southwestern salad with chipotle dressing or try the different selections in the sushi section. Soups are great too! Good spot for lunch
Victoria OrellanaJanuary 7, 2016Central Market is a great place to go for lunch! You can walk in and get a salad or a sandwich made, etc. I recommend the "Club 491" or "California Connection", amazing!
Dana AnFebruary 18, 2013I stop here whenever I am visiting Houston. they have loads of variety. If you ask to try something, you can take a free sample home and prepare it.
Sapna RajaniDecember 18, 2019Amazing grocery store with such an assortment of unique foods. Love their chocolate and hot sauce collection!
Best grocery store in town, hands down. Finest quality meats, seafood, veggies, prepared foods, etc. Quality ain't cheap, but they have occasional discount specials. Purchase staples elsewhere.
Amazing food and specialty items, but the layout makes it extremely difficult to move around when it's crowded
Jackie LuoAugust 9, 2014My favorite place to buy groceries in Houston! Great selection of meat and seafood, and I love their bakery.
Great experience at every visit. Treat yourself to the beautiful flowers!
In the refrigerated drink coolers located in the ready made food area grab the Sparkling Grapefruit Juice if you like citrus. Terrific for the heat of the summer. Happy Seasons everyone.
Alkeisha SNovember 1, 2016Great selection of items. Tons of samples throughout the store. Love the bulk section.
The California Connection is the single greatest sandwich ever created. It does get a little sweet with too many caramelized onions so just ask them to go light or remove entirely.
My favorite grocery store. Literally everything you could want. Huge organic produce selection and meats/seafood. Also, has its own bakery.
They will break any container in the bakery, just ask. Don't want the four pack, they will happily make it a two (or one or three!)
Michael NicholsonFebruary 21, 2016So much goodness in one place. Love the fact that this place stays opened late. It's pretty amazing all the items and the such that you come into contact with here.
Love the prepared foods section. Kale salad, Latin quinoa and black bean, corn and jicama salad are great. central market > whole foods
Marc SMarch 5, 2018The bakery does a good job on my items but unfortunately NOT on a basic French baguette. It’s totally devoid of substance: too light, bland, unsatisfying.
Arthur WehlMarch 4, 2015The finest grocery store in Houston. Their baked goods, soups and prepared foods are outstanding. Sample things....
The salad bar (with pre-designed salads) is the best! The chopped salad is delicious. Sub oil & vinegar for the Catalina dressing, though!
Harrison BrokerMarch 4, 2016The sandwich bar can't be matched. My favorite sandwich shop and go here for fresh meat and seafood- Come during the weekend, daytime before 2pm or so for a feast of samples as you wander lackidasically around the labyrinth
Kathy JonesOctober 1, 2010Go to sandwich bar and order the grilled veggie sandwich on toasted ciabatta bread. Grilled eggplant, asparagus, carmelized onions, goat cheese, hummus, grilled zucchini..Loads of good, fresh veggies
Cecilia ResweberNovember 1, 2014Great produce selection. ..especially if you like apples! A bit pricey but a fun place to shop!
Learn the short cuts through the store save you a ton of time if you are just going for specific items.
They change up the roast chicken flavors all the time, and I still haven't found one that isn't tasty and tender!
Donna WeaverJune 17, 2010Go to Sandwich shop and order a turkey and manchego panini...SO good and the guy who makes the sandwiches does a sort of dance while he balances all the different ones that's entertaining to watch. Read more
Bethany FitzgeraldJanuary 19, 2013Great place to go! However, make sure you are very patient, and i go so far as to leave my kids at home.- MarniOctober 20, 2014One of my favorite grocery stores. The selection is amazing, especially the cheese department.
- Fresh squeezed juices and cold pressed cider in season is awesome
Definitely get the Cali Connection sammie. It's super messy but well worth it! Also the gourmet cupcakes here are fabulous.
Kim TaylorFebruary 19, 2015Love it!! Grab lunch or dinner and sit outside. California connection is great.
Kin SeongOctober 30, 2013When I don't know what I want or I'm craving a combo no restaurant can offer, but I know I want a complete, healthy, freshly made meal, this place never fails.
Fantastic hand-made sandwiches. Add fresh jalapeños to your falafel wrap for an extra punch!!
For sammies, order the California Connection, and for dinner, get prepared food, heat it up and voila, save money and eat in your pajamas!
Best meat/seafood selection by far... Expect long lines on Sunday evenings...
Never buy spices by the jar again! So much cheaper buying from the bulk section. Saves soooooo much money! You also get more spices and they won't go bad before you get a chance to use them.
Try the California salad from the salad bar! The wine selection is great too.
Kelsey Jo EvansMay 11, 2013Live music outside!! ..was passing thru on an errand. Looks awesome (& busy), coming by later today to really check it out!
Well, the people that work upstairs had a Dominos guy bring pizzas, and they're well off. What does that tell you about the CBA of the food here?- Britney BurgerAugust 19, 2011It's hatch chile fest! Ask to sample anything hatch chile! Risotto cakes, brownies, lemonade and more! Yum!
Sadaf HameedApril 7, 2012Central Market hummous is amazing! And the grilled vege sandwich is yummilicious!
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