Staff of Life, Santa Cruz CA

I adore this place. I love the healthy choices and the plethora of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers I needed for my charcuterie tray. The line went fast and I was greeted with a friendly smile and helpful cashier. 1000% would shop here on the regular if possible.

Great staff, selection. Organized and clean. Prices could be a bit better but it's health food and inflation is to blame. The outdoor seating is great, a big highlight. Restrooms are coded entry so they aren't ruined by miscreants. Great bakery and prepared food selection.

If you like homemade soups when the the weather is cold this is the right place to come to get soup fresh and organic come over and check it out by yourself you will love this place

I've been shopping at Staff of Life for over 30 years. They have maintained an incredible selection, with so many high quality products. I love this store.

One of the cashiers has had a few bad days, and made it her mission to spread negativity. A black homeless man walked past, as she scoffed loud enough for vicinity to hear "Get a job! " I mentioned I have two jobs but still find it difficult to pay for four walls. This attitude is unacceptable at "STAFF of life" where everyone should feel welcomed, whether it be to use the bathroom, get a cup of coffee, or milk. Homelessness affects many people, much of whom labor hard, and yet are still surviving. Eradicate this dark attitude from this establishment. Employment does not guarantee housing affordability. Nasty attitudes towards fellow humans is a reflection of a misguided soul, or just simply a nicotine fit that needs to be satisfied. "Get a job somewhere else"!

In addition to great grocery and produce selection, the sandwich shop and hot bar are great. Tempeh reuben is killer. Selection of bulk items is second to none.

I normally don't shop in Santa Cruz but because I was there I did a little shopping at that store. Prices are high so I ended up buying only two items.

Great store, has been around for decades, and is only getting better. Wonderful produce, fruits, bulk items (grains, flours, rice, etc.), Decent fish and meats, though not as bountiful as before, dairy, wine, frozen goods, raw foods, nice cheese section, bread, all in a wide variety of options. Green household section. Extensive alt health section with something for everyone. Paleo friendly. Store products are mostly organic or natural. Great staff as well. I go to TJ's or Safeway for some specific items, like bulk wine, but hardly ever need to.

So many good & unique items here & produce is top notch. Love the staff, for the most part. Garden section & cafe are my favorite parts & love that there’s matcha lattes now.

The employees were real nice especially the long haired dude working in the wellness/vitamin section.he has great knowledge and was extremely helpful and insightful.finally experienced what I expected in customer service but never got the past few years.cant say that for the past times I would go there. Practically all the check out clerks had lousy attitudes and were very rude. Seems like they'd be in a clique speaking Spanish to each other. Glad to say it wasn't just me.several people who I just met expressed the same thing. Hopefully this recent experience continues. They have the best selection and variety of health products. But I stopped going there because of the consistent bad attitude and rude behavior from employees. That was then.hope that toxic behavior I experienced is in the past.

Excellent cheese department. Regenerative dairy. Full-loaded, fun place in Southern Santa Cruz county to visit while on a vacation.

Love everything about this place. Great butcher with high quality, local meats. They also have amazing pies that my GF/DF wife can eat!

My favorite health food store in Santa Cruz! They have a lovely rustic atmosphere and good solar light coming in that makes the shopping vibe very relaxing and fun! They have the best produce and the staff members are always so friendly and helpful! An absolute gem in the Santa Cruz area! Also their bulk section is the best in town!

I moved away from SC, and this place is high on the list of what I miss most. I went there recently and they still have so many of the great things that they've have for over 30 years. Miss you, Staff!

This is my favourite grocery store. They have items no one else has. It may not be the cheapest, but it is one of the few locally owned stores left. They have the best pastries, and might be the only place I can think of that actually adds whole grains to their pastries. Even croissants!