Big chains like Kroger, Safeway, and Publix? Generally closed. It’s a day of rest. But some open! I found a single Safeway in Oregon that was open until 1 PM. The cashier said, “We’re open just to confuse people.” I laughed. I bought potato salad.
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Smaller markets and bodegas are your secret weapon. Especially in cities. The corner store run by a family? Open. Always open. They sell bread, eggs, and a surprising amount of champagne. They know.
Whole Foods is tricky. Many are closed. A few remain open for “limited hours.” That means they open at 10 AM and close at 4 PM. You can get an organic kombucha. It won’t fix your life, but it’ll feel healthy.
