Vons

This location is understaffed at the registers. The last several times I’ve been here, there has been a 15 min wait and only 2 registers open. Also, if you want to by greeting cards, the only sell the overpriced $ 8 papyrus cards.

Very uneven service. They don’t have self check out, which wouldn’t be a problem if they staffed the checkout area with clerks. Unfortunately they don’t and sometimes the line gets very long during non peak hours.

Long lines and only a few cashiers working. It is a Saturday around 3:00pm. So mismanaged. Makes me want to go to Ralphs. I will think twice about coming back.

I am using Vons as the «control group» for my current stint of SD’s Best Carrot Cake Contenders” review series. I have chosen 5 venues known well for their Carrot Cake offering. This review is #3 of 5. See my other recent reviews for the other 2 and then next 2.
The only way to know how good or bad something is, is to have a reference point of which to compare to. Vons being the one store bought version of carrot cake and the one I have had 5-​times in the past made for a defacto control group for the other 4 venues that are specialty venues known only for cake type items.
Vons bakery sets the bar high for anyone putting out a carrot cake let me say this. As the picture shows this slice of awesome looks epic… it is!
3 layers of moist cake with 3 layers of creamy cream cheese frosting specked with plumb raisins chopped walnuts and coconut shavings. The size alone makes it worth a double take and maybe even a long stare and drool…
Not having had Vons CC (carrot cake) since before deployment began in May 2015 I was über excited to reunite with this sinful sweetness!
As expected it was super moist, hit of pineapple, pungent spice blend, lots of plumb raisins, dab of chopped walnuts and a cream cheese frosting that packed the sweet/​tart/​sour combo I look for in my CC!
Coming in at just $ 4.56 a slice with tax this sucker is so far the best bargain priced carrot cake I have found and thus the main reason I come back to Vons again and again for this indulgent spurge of cake goodness. Price, consistency and quality. No matter what Vons I hit up I can be sure to find one of these 14 oz (as listed on container) triple decker wonders for under $ 5 and know its gonna be good.
Who knew a top tier contender for best CC in SD would come from a grocery store bakery?
With 2 more to go yet will see how Vons stacks up!

as every other review mentions, the setup is bizarre yet it makes a typical grocery store feel a bit more quaint and lovely. in that case, I enjoyed shopping here. I came early Saturday morning and was one of the only people in the entire store; relaxing. There was no line to check out and I got in and out no problem.
the prices are a different story; I can’t believe how high they are compared to the many other stores I have shopped at while living in San Diego. I am spoiled by the commissary, but still! I felt as though Von’s were digging right into my pocket. I bought only the necessities to avoid paying the extra dollar or two per item.

Convienently located, much better selection than the near by Ralphs on Rosecrans, good organic selection. Needs more cashiers lines are always backed up and seems like no matter the time of day there are only two registers going. Prices arent bad if you stick to club member prices only, outside of those though get ready for a budget buster.
The store is split in half with fruits/​vegetables/​bread/​meat on one side and everything else on the other, this seems to bug people, but people whime about everything… not like it really ever rains here for it to matter.

I did not do any shopping in this store… I ran in to use the restroom before a 5K I was doing down the street…
This store is split in half. I have never seen that before. The side with the alcohol and some other items, I do not believe had any cash registers. It was very bizarre. The center was outside and had things like drinks and pumpkins and a few other items. Entrances to both halves of the store were off this middle area.
The store was very clean… I just was a little in awe of it being split.
The mens room was very clean… When you have to go, you have to go… and the womens was occupied.
One of the employees was chatting with me while I waited for my friend, and she was very nice, and everyone said hi and smiled that we passed.

I love vons but this is def the worst one I have been to. They all have slow lines and 1 or 2 cashiers. It is definitely the kids in the area that ruin this place. Kids from the local school come in like a torpedo and leave the place a mess. The soup is always empty by noon and left open and spills everywhere. There is never any salads or good stuff left. Can’t you keep up with the crowd? You would think they would know this and keep the area clean and stocked. The service here is also horrible. And the split store thing… I don’t get it and I hate it. I always feel like I am stealing as I walk from one side to the next.

I only go here because I work in Liberty station and don’t feel like going shopping after a long day at work. This vons is split into 2 different sections and is extremely confusing as you zig zag from produce and dairy on one side to dry food on the other and then switch orientations to go through all the cold aisle. It seems bigger than a typical vons due to the two buildings it’s located in, but I think they don’t have a good selection of items. Maybe it’s because I can’t find anything when I go. There never seems to be enough registers open as there is always a line. Forget getting anything quick if I have a 30 minute break, I’ll stand in line the whole time wasting it.

As most know, Vons (as far as basic chain grocery stores go) is the most expensive. They carry the same products as Albertsons and Ralphs but their prices are much more. This store is very close to my home and when it first opened in Liberty Station, I shopped there. Primarily for the ‘nut bar’ they had (which they no longer have).
The store is divided into 2 complete sections divided by an outside courtyard. Fruits, vegetables, meats and dairy products on one side and everything else on the other. They have a check-​out on the fruits and vegetable side but it’s never open. I find it annoying.
I also found the employees are not helpful at all and when help is needed to find something, you feel like you’re bothering them, which I guess you are but who else is going to help? The lines at check-​out always seem to be slow and crowded. At least they’re very expensive (tongue in cheek). All this with high prices will keep me away for good :-/

Very pleased with the customer service here compared to other Von’s locations! Though I have other stores that are closer I intentionally go to this one instead whenever I’m in the neighborhood.

We were renting a vacation condo in the area and thought this was pretty good for a grocery store — nice selection of non-​perishable foods, and also in their fresh fruit/​veggie section. Although, I will point out you do have to know where your items are located. .. I once went back and forth between the 2 sections at least 4 times! I was trying to decide on something for dinner, changed my mind a couple of times, which also meant I had to go between sections several times!
Overall, good selection — better than the Ralphs further down the street.

This place is as nice as any other Vons. The only thing I don’t like is how the courtyard splits the place into two different buildings. It gets a little confusing sometimes as to where stuff is located.

What the hell are you reading a review on Vons for? It’s the same as every other Vons in the city, even the county.
Just kidding — this Vons has a very interesting concept. Upon walking into the store, you will see on your left half the store and on your right, the other half of the store. So quickly, in your head, run through your checklist. Is there anything fresh that you need? Like milk, bread, eggs, butter, cheese, vegetables, or meat? Then enter door number 1 on the left. If you need anything else, like frozen Haagen Daaz, then door number 2 on your right is the door for you. So separate your list so that each item is with its own kind, and then head on over to the door right for you.
But all the checkout aisles are on the right. So you’ll be entering door number 2 regardless of whatever you decide you need :)

Nothing really that special about my visit to
this Vons! After church, I needed some spices for a recipe I was trying to make at home!
When first walking into the store, you feel a little funky because it’s separated I’m a funky way! You have fresh goods to your left (facing the store), and other goods to your right. If you are going for one item, this setup makes your shopping way easier! I was looking for a few spices, and found them very easy to find! Typically I hate going grocery shopping because I can never find anything! This setup saves me! I am bummed its so far from me! Wish I could go grocery shopping there every time I shop!
Upon checking out, the staff wasn’t too friendly… (Why I am giving four stars), but I definitely understand that they were tired :(having to work a late night shift and then have to work early the very next day!

WINE section review only:
— SUPERB selection of wines at all price points and a premium section that is EXCELLENT
— prices are very, very good (and when the 6 bottle purchase disc. is factored in, you are then sitting real sweet and pretty)
I want to say that this wine dept gives Whole Foods in Hillcrest, a good run and stiff competition /​/​the Liquor Mgr — Joe — very nice chap, knows his stuff and likes his vinos
Liberty Station is also a very pleasant place to shop

Vons has really turned a corner. Almost like magic since my negative review, this store started doing things that made sense, like putting yogurt on sale and stocking drinkable iced tea.
I’ve also found it to be cleaner than usual with more workers roaming the aisles. The prices overall are still high, but a much better experience than previous visits!

It’s a grocery store.
BUT!
They need to step it up in theyr produce dept. The veggies looked a little gross and out dated for sure. The Chard, kale, all the greens.
You would think they would have a higher standard with Trader Joes literally a hop and a skip down the walk way.

Deare Bakry Depertmint Manajer–
Plese hier a spel cheker
to chek teh icyng on yuor cakez
Thenk yuo

This is the coolest Vons there is. It’s located in what used to be a Navy barracks/​command type building. The whole area used to be a Navy base but was closed with the land and buildings being turned over to the community. The buildings are in excellent shape. Chalk that up to excellent military construction of years past.
As others have mentioned, the store is separated into two sides by an open air section. If you walked into one of the two sides without realizing the other existed, you would think this Vons is really limited. Fact is, they cover everything you need. It’s true the fresh produce side has a much better layout and feel to it.
The isles tend to be narrower that other locations but its not a bad thing. The place is always neat and well stocked. Parking is plentiful and access is easy.