166 Best Places to Shop in USA

Open since 1920, this venerable smokehouse uses alder for all processing and specializes in Pacific Northwest Chinook salmon. The mouthwatering fish that's smoked on the premises includes hot smoked pepper or wine-maple salmon, as well as smoked halibut, sturgeon, tuna, oysters, mussels, rainbow trout, and salmon jerky.

At this shop near Lihue, five minutes away from the airport, you can buy tropical fruit smoothies, sugarcane, ginger, Kauai Coffee, coconuts, and an assortment of fresh fruits from Kauai, as well as boxes of tropical flowers that can be shipped elsewhere. Note that some of the fruit sold here cannot be shipped out of state.

Although Santa Fe has no shortage of gourmet groceries, this neighborhood market near the Capitol building has been stocking its shelves with fine foods since 1896 (its original location was on Washington Street). You'll find specialty and organic goods, many of them local, including fine wines, artisanal cheeses, and chocolates. A short walk from the plaza, it is one of the few places in the neighborhood to also buy basics such as produce, dairy, and bread.

A trip to Bisbee wouldn't be complete without a stop at the tiny shop of beekeeper Reed Booth. Sample his amazing array of honeys, honey butters, and mustards, and pick up some killer honey recipes. The store is usually closed Tuesday through Thursday.

This popular natural market carries handmade soaps and lotions, clothing, honey, organic groceries, and fresh vegetables. The deli counter offers a wide variety of smoothies and an excellent roast beef sandwich served with chips. Hot foods are available from 1 to 3 pm; eat outside on one of their small tables. There's even Ola Brew beer on tap and Big Island Booch kombuchas available. It's a great alternative if you don't want sit-down dining at the town's only restaurant.

This small market that’s been open since 1938 has a little bit of everything and is a good stop for provisions, drinks, and other goodies before visiting the western or northern part of the island. This multigenerational mom-and-pop store is run by the same family as Molokai Wines and Spirits.

The stand at the most diverse working farm on Molokai is the place to purchase fresh, reasonably priced produce, herbs, and gourmet farm products. They also ship to the U.S. mainland, so if you fall in love with their offerings, you can sign up for the subscription service or randomly order papayas and pineapples when the mood strikes.

The original Lawai General Store got a facelift and now offers grab-and-go breakfast and lunch, groceries, sundries, a good selection of beer and wine, and a coffee/smoothie bar. At the gateway between the South Shore and the West Side, it's a fine spot to provision for adventures in the mountains or at the shore. Locals and condo renters alike stop by for farm produce, local beef, and house-baked bread, or to refuel with an acai bowl on the porch. Call or check Instagram for Sunday and holiday dinners to go.

This shop specializing in French goods sells groceries from Camembert to lamb merguez. It's also a bakery offering baguettes and arguably the best croissant in the city. For the sweet tooth, they also make a variety of colorful macarons, in addition to what their name implies: French tarts.

This gourmet grocery near Liberty Park and 9th and 9th is a go-to for high-quality (often organic) foods as well as delicious prepared items, such as rosemary ham–Brie–balsamic sandwiches and roasted-veggie lasagna with house-made pasta.

A fabulous alternative to overpriced behemoths for the health-conscious in Oakland Park, this green market and café is bursting with colorful, local, fresh produce, wild-caught fish, prepared foods, and other goods. The quality is top-notch, yet the prices are affordable. You can grab breakfast or lunch and cross things off your grocery list, while knowing that each item has a ton of integrity. Plus there's fair-trade coffee.

This is the place for spices of all varieties from around the world, from aji amarillo chili to za'atar. The apothecary-like storefront features an aromatic library of loose teas and spices milled in small quantities and prepared in small-batch hand blends to obtain maximum freshness and quality.

Try Longs at the Ala Moana Center (or one of its many other outposts) to stock up on chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, candies, cookies, Islands tea, and 100% Kona coffee—at reasonable prices—to carry home.

In operation since 1906, Los Rios apple farm is home to a fantastic country store where you can buy jams, syrups, and candied apples. Drop by the bakery for a hot tri-tip sandwich before heading outside to the picnic grounds to enjoy your lunch. In fall, you can pick your own apples and pumpkins, take a hayride, or enjoy live bluegrass music. In the summer, the farm hosts free Movies on The Green, as well as Old West Weekend—a three-day festival where you can experience 19th-century living on America's frontier.

The rustic stand offers a selection of fruits grown on their farm, such as peaches, blackberries, pears, apples, and raspberries. Owners Julia and Stephens Gregory make the jams and ciders that fill the shelves.

Sit down with a slice of Sardinian flatbread, Nutella brioche, or a raisin twist—or more elaborate lunch options.

Thanks to its co-owners' past kitchen experience at L'Espalier, this pasta shop opened to much fanfare. You'll leave with everything you need to make a meal—fresh pasta, meatballs, sauce, and a bottle of wine (or beer) from upstairs.

This café and roasting house near Kahului Airport sells 100% Kona, Kau, and Maui coffee from the best coffee farms in Hawaii. Sales associates are very helpful and friendly, and they will ship items. You can get a free cup of joe in a signature to-go cup when you buy a pound of coffee. Order online or call in your food or drink order, and the barista will meet you at the door or bring it to your car!

One short block of Melrose Avenue between Pike and Pine holds a concentration of adventures for your taste buds, including Taylor Shellfish Oyster Bar. You'll also find here Melrose Market, a former automotive shop dating from the 1920s that's been transformed into a sort of hipster food court. Duck inside to check out several small, stylish dining options, a wine shop, and an artisanal butcher.

For the best in fluffy fresh-baked pita breads, olive oils, spice blends, and sweets, this grocer should be your first stop. If you want a quick snack, don't pass up their savory hand pies stuffed with spinach, artichoke, lamb, olive, and feta or other fun fillings. Want a full meal while you're here? The attached Middle East Grill next door has great shawarma and hummus. 

This family-owned market is the go-to stop for specialty foods, groceries, deli items, and hot food. Known for the notable beer and wine selection alongside local and organic produce and healthy grab-and-go foods, this is an ideal place to prepare for a picnic or seek out gourmet gifts, like imported chocolates and 100-year-old balsamic vinegars.

Oak Glen's informal information center is at Mom's, where you can head to the samples bar and learn about the nuances of apple tasting, or warm up with fresh-pressed hot cider. In addition to organic produce, local honey, apple butter, and jams, the store also sells handmade aprons, goat-milk soap, lavender products, and more. 

A peek into the crunchy side of Moab, Moonflower is owned by 1,800 members, though anyone can shop here. The centrally located market is a great place to pick up produce, grab-and-go deli items, house-made baked goods (including vegan options), and hot breakfast and lunch choices. There's also a wide selection of essential oils, soaps, other personal-care products. When you first walk in, check out the vibrant bulletin board full of community events.

"There's a crazy little shack beyond the tracks," the song goes, but in this case the 1870s barn east of the railroad tracks sells tickle-your-taste-buds olive oils and vinegars, along with cheeses, meats, breads, and other delectables to take on the road or enjoy at picnic tables outside. This is no-frills old Napa with a shout-out to old Italy.

Jams and jellies are made right on the property at Nervous Nellie's. There is a tearoom with homemade goodies, and also a fanciful sculpture garden with everything from knights to witches to a lobster and a flamingo. They are the works of sculptor Peter Beerits, who operates Nervous Nellie's with his wife.

Owner Thomas Cumps has made a name for himself with his hot-smoked white king, red king, and sockeye salmon, along with a local favorite, cold-smoked black cod. It's best to call ahead to make sure Cumps will be around before you stop by. You can take your fish with you or have it shipped.

This European-style chocolate boutique combines Swiss-trained chocolatier, premier Belgian equipment, a minimalist’s eye for detail, and a family-owned mentality. Owners Laura and Kevin Toohey and their children, co-founders Rowan and Virginia Toohey, spotlight their chocolate craftsmanship with delights like cocoa-dusted almonds, chocolate-covered candied orange peel, and uniquely beautiful seasonal truffles.

The Healdsburg branch of this Napa-based store is filled with wine, condiments, and deli items, and sells sandwiches and picnic fixings. A terrace with ample seating makes a good place for an impromptu meal, but you should lunch early or late to avoid the crowds. The Oakville Wine Merchant next door has 40 wines on tap, including many from Sonoma County.