Sherman Oaks Ralphs shoppers have had it! They are tired of having to go to other Ralphs stores or even competitor stores (which is never any good) to find the groceries and services they need. Our response?  It’s time to make the Sherman Oaks Ralphs a one-stop grocery store…it’s time for an upgrade!

It’s not ideal but it’s true, the Sherman Oaks Ralphs is one of the smaller footprint stores in the Valley.  The store is cramped, which means…

LESS

• room for groceries that you need to make dinner or pack the kids’ lunches
• store amenities like a sushi station, bistro and carving station
• variety in the meat and seafood departments
• of a selection of baked goods
• organic produce options

MORE

• stacking of products in the middle of the aisles
• placement of specials anywhere they can fit
• maneuvering around other carts in a narrow aisle
• fearing a cart collision at every corner

Though we know some shoppers appreciate the maze and would consider joining a defensive cart-driving class, we think a bigger, better Ralphs is the real solution to the problem. For those Sherman Oaks Ralphs shoppers out there who are excited about the ways the new Ralphs Fresh Fare will improve your shopping experience, you should talk to some of your neighbors!

Despite the community’s need (see reasons above) for a larger store having been lost on a few vocal residents who contest any significant change to the currently dilapidated Ralphs store, we cannot ignore the will of our Sherman Oaks shoppers who continually request a better, hassle-free experience.  But the reality is, in order for us to bring the offerings that so many shoppers have requested  and the new amenities that many are excited about– we need a bigger store.

We need YOU – the over 400 out there – to speak up and let the City Planning Commission know that a bigger store means easier shopping!  A bigger store means a better shopping experience for Sherman Oaks.  Visit our 400 page to see how you can make your voice heard! Let the Planning Commissioners know why YOU want a bigger store!