Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in San Jose?

"Most people shop in supermarkets similar to those the world over. Indeed, in addition to Walmart, Walmart owns two or three supermarket chains, although there are others. I have two supermarkets three blocks away and another one about six blocks away.. There are also chain office supply stores, PriceMart, chain convenience stores, McDonald's and all the rest, It's all pretty normal. Unique are the separate fruit and vegetable stores, farmers selling fruits and vegetables out of trucks on the side of the roads, and so on. Unfortunately also unique is the dearth of large department stores, even furniture stores. Specialty shopping, so to speak, can require going to a bunch of different stores and still not finding what you're looking for.," explained one expat living in San Jose, Costa Rica.

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"San Jose is a great place for expats to buy groceries and do other shopping. There are several large supermarkets, such as Pali, Más x Menos, and Automercado, which offer a wide variety of products. Additionally, there are many smaller, local markets, such as the Central Market, which offer fresh produce and other items. For more specialized items, there are also many specialty stores, such as the San Pedro Mall, which offers a variety of clothing, electronics, and other items. Finally, there are also many street vendors and farmers markets, such as the Mercado Central, which offer a unique shopping experience," said another expat in San Jose, Costa Rica.