The British Grocer

This is a cute store to cross off once if you're curious, but I don't see myself ever coming back. Most of the items are imported but the price feels a bit much even then. I came in search of some short bread cookies and also to check this place off my list because I had been curious for quite some time. I was low key disappointed, and even more so that the shortbread I had purchased of a brand named Reid from Scotland tasted old and stale. The package doesn't expire until 2 more months, but I wish I had double checked the dates before purchasing because I believe many stores will even pull products off their shelves 3 months before it expires. This tells me the turn around for the imports is slow and no one is rushing to buy the stuff. This is a small store that probably will be nostalgic for some, but it disappointing overall for me. I guess I'll go back to venturing at World Market instead.

Do not sleep on this hidden gem! It is located in the beautiful Villa Del Sol courtyard. Shopping here will make you feel like you're on a far away vacation. You will find treats and food items you cannot find anywhere else in the area! The staff is friendly and it's always a fun shopping experience. I especially love the cookies. So many to choose from. Talk a look for the experience, and I guarantee you will not leave empty handed.

Until now I've never really batted an eye at exploring British cuisine; I had heard that they had some great food but I've always primarily associated Britain with tea (I know, typical American), which is weird because I've always been fascinated by the UK, it's storied rich history, traditions, and customs! But after a hearty lunch at The Olde Ship and several visits to The British Grocer, I can say that the journey towards exploring all the culinary delights of the United Kingdom has officially begun! The British Grocer is a quaint little store hidden inside a larger unassuming building. Once you walk in you're greeted by its lovely and helpful employees who really do an amazing job introducing you to all their items and answering your questions. You'll find imported candies, canned goods, jams & marmalades, hair products, you name it, they'll probably have it! The only thing they didn't have was Tangfastics (Killing Eve fans wya?); I'll just buy a tub of it online again. When I do visit this spot now I usually get their candies, tea, jams, digestives (that's biscuits for you uncultured Americans), and clotted cream, which goes SO well with their jams! Also plentiful are trinkets, apparel, and other accessories adorned with the union jack, so if you want to feel "Rule Britannia" surge through your body, you most certainly can. Overall, a great little shop that shows you a glimpse of what the legendary island nation has to offer! A bit pricey of course but you won't find many of the items here elsewhere or even online. Come here when you feel adventurous and want to treat yourself to something a little different. Lovely store, amazing staff, chuffed to bits.

The last time I was in Fullerton looked for the British Grocer but since all I had was the address, 305 North Harbor Blvd, I could not find the British Grocer.This time I had both the address and the fact it was inside a building called Villa Del Sol so I found the British Grocer.Went through the archway in front of the building, walked straight across the courtyard, and found the British Grocer.Looked around inside. Saw many interesting things.Got a ginger beer, sat on the bench in front of the British Grocer and drank it.

I adore this little store! A bit of home away from home. Whenever I feel the need for some authentic sweets or meats, this is my go to store. I stock up on Hobnobs monthly and the bangers are brilliant! But, the best part of the store is the ladies that work there. They are always amazingly kind and helpful! Thank you!

Everything about this charming little grocery store reminded me of when I visited a small corner shop in a quaint countryside village in England; from the dim lighting, relatively large assortment of teas to even the work desk behind the counter! I probably made at least 5 trips around that store just to make sure I took everything in. I love trying snacks from around the world and this place has a good assortment of chocolate, biscuits and sweets from England. I picked up a candy bar, a bag of hard candies and 2 (real!!) Cadbury eggs and it was about $8.50, which is very reasonable, given the shipping costs. There's even a small refrigerated section where they carry double cream, cheeses, an assortment of drinks and even haggis!To add to the charm, the 2 women behind the counter were very sweet and pleasant to talk to. I love finding little gems like this, especially now that we aren't traveling as much. For now, I'm enjoying exploring our new and surrounding towns and I'm looking forward to coming back here and trying more British food!

The 2 women that were there were very friendly. Answered all my questions as well. Pretty good selection of the British basics.

Love this shop! Great selection of British biscuits, sweets, tea, tea sets, beverages, etc. Also some great frozen pot pies, sausage rolls and scotch eggs that they bring over from The Olde Ship.Not too expensive either, considering the cost of importing, etc. Please note that although it says they open at 9:00 am... that wasn't the case. A gentleman came to open the shop around 9:05, but then said he had to go to the bank, and didn't come back until 9:35. In addition to my husband and I, there were four or five other ladies waiting. 2021: 2/100

Back in August I came here to find items to place into an Adopt-a-Senior graduate. SO GLAD I came wonderful selection of all things Tea - a variety of tea's, tea cakes, cups, towels, cozies, pasties, greeting cards etc. If you are in the mind to host your own High or Afternoon Tea and you wish to serve traditional accompaniments... look no further. Respectfully Reviewed.

They carry a lot of hard to find items from the UK, like Bangers, Black & White Pudding, Rashers, Flake Bars, Malteasers, Aero Bars, Mushy Peas ... enough to make my London-born wife feel right at home. Staff is very friendly and helpful.It's located inside a big building (a former Hotel back in the early 1900s) called Villa del Sol, parking is around the back or on Wilshire Ave (Wilshire Ave may be blocked off at Harbor Blvd so you may need to turn a block early and come in from the west).They have a restaurant/bar associated with them that's pretty good, The Olde Ship, a few blocks north of them on Harbor Blvd.