New Leaf Community Markets - Santa Cruz

Just like Whole Foods but smaller and less selections. The deli has the staples of salads and hot foods but selection is limited. For a downtown business, they have a huge parking lot in the back which is very convenient. Great place to go pick up a quick bite.

Really like this place. They have a good selection — I feel like they do a better job than Whole Foods. That being said it is a little on the pricier side.

New Leaf Pacific has the best quality and craftspersonship available for food with EBT downtown. They will heat up cold food for you too! My sandwich guru Chris has led me on an enlightening journey of sandwiches, and makes each one a masterpiece work of art that looks and tastes great because of the care he takes crafting it. The sunflower sprouts are life changing. Every single sandwich should be tried with the sprouts. They are delicious little morsels of sunshine and happiness in every bite. I forgot to double check and I cried when I forgot them today. Apparently one can go through sprouts withdrawal! My ayurvedic healer and chakra balancing consultant yogi told me not to worry, that I can go back Monday and order double sprouts. I feel relieved now. Appreciate that the deli counter is consistent and creates the change I want to see in the world of sandwiches. Additional shout out to Troy who is a great checker and opens every morning with a smile. His great attitude and contagious positivity can turn a stubborn frown upside down every time. Great customer service and outstanding attention to detail. Thanks again folks! Namaste

It’s my neighborhood market. I don’t give it 5 stars because there isn’t a butcher or fish counter. BUT there is a good selection of beef, pork , chicken and fish (usually salmon). The cheese section is ample and there’s a small selection of brined goodies. The deli section with coffee and smoothie/juice bar has tasty options. The veggies and fruit selection is great and I would say it’s reasonably priced for organic groceries. The staff has always been super friendly and helpful.

Security guard roaming. Got some organic tofu for 2.99. made in Salinas. Had their fresh grinded peanut butter. Someone taught me to eat with carrots. I had celery (almost the same). Cashiers and staff were very nice. Organic strawberries, 4.99. Can't wait to try them. Got some nutritional yeast 5.99.