The Isla Vista Food Co-op is Santa Barbara County's only community owned grocery store, founded in 1972 by students and Isla Vista residents who wanted their neighbourhood to always have access to good, affordable food.
6575 Seville Rd Isla Vista, CA 93117
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, 9am to 9pm Saturday, 12pm to 7pm
4.6
From 246 reviews
The tuna sandwich with apples slices is so good. Need.
They make fire hummus.
Berries have a lot of mold. They don’t restock their berries often from the times I visit but that may just be a timing thing. But even then, their berries have mold growing. I learned my lesson and should check more often but this has been the case many times. Overall, great place to do shopping for groceries and this is in no way to bash them. But they should be aware of what they’re putting up.
It is charming little grocery store that has all the basics and then some for healthy cooking and snacking. Prices are competitive and the produce fresh. I would be visiting again soon. Highly recommended!
The Isla Vista Food Co-op is Santa Barbara County's only community-owned grocery store, fostering local food systems and community well-being since 1972. It's more than just a place to shop; it's a hub for local farmers, a space for community events, and a testament to the power of cooperative business principles. I became a member in 1988.
Rebuilding the food system, from the farm up
Good fresh produce that’s fairly priced. But no economy of scale so everything else is crazy expensive, double the price of Albertsons. More organic produce options than Albertsons though so where it counts they punch above their weight.
I always stop by when in the area. Once volunteered here and was a member back in the stone ages. It was/is certainly a delight and a good means connecting with community. Glad to see it remains a staple in Isla Vista. ✔️
