Giovanni's is an independent family-owned grocery store. It was recently passed from Mr. Giovanni to his son and has been in business for about 20 years. Giovanni's has a unique selection of meat, cheese, bread and packaged goods, specializing in Italian products. Other offerings include coffee from the local Uncommon Cafe, bread from Berkeley-based Vital Vittles and cookies from Oakland's famous Food Mill. The store has a small organic section of produce along with a wider selection of general produce.