Grocery stores

Question

Are there any "real" grocery stores with fresh produce and Deli section in Lone Pine or Beatty? Or do we need to stock up in Pahrump?

Answer

Good question. Short answer: there is *one real grocery store* in Lone Pine that has some fresh produce and deli-type offerings, but in Beatty, NV, options are very limited and you likely should plan to stock up more fully before reaching Death Valley if you want a good selection.

Lone Pine, CA:
The main grocery-type store is Joseph’s Bi-Rite Market (also called Lone Pine Market) at 119 S Main St. It’s locally owned and is more than just a tiny convenience store. According to its listing, it offers a “great selection of produce, meat, deli and products for … vacation in Lone Pine.”

TripAdvisor‐forum users describe it as “nice albeit on the small side” but adequate to do some real grocery shopping, noting items like produce, dairy, meat, and essentials.
Castro’s Mini Market (Lone Pine):
There’s also a smaller mini-market (Castro’s Mini Market), but this is more of a convenience-store type place, so don't expect a full deli or large produce section.
Beatty, NV:
Beatty does not have a traditional supermarket. According to local visitor-guide sources, the Beatty Mercantile (201 W Watson Street) does carry “dry goods / fresh fruits and vegetables.” However, it’s likely smaller in scale than a full grocery chain.

Another option is the Family Dollar in Beatty, but this is more of a discount store than a full grocery: according to local business listings, it carries “low-price groceries and seasonal items,” but wouldn’t reliably offer a broad deli or high-quality fresh produce.

What do people who’ve done the trip recommend?

Based on feedback from travelers: - Some say Lone Pine Market is “quite adequate” for picking up essentials, produce, meat, dairy, ice, and household items. - On the other hand, Beatty is noted for having very limited “real” grocery options, so many recommend doing a more full grocery run before or after traveling through that stretch.

My Recommendation:

Yes, you *can* pick up groceries in Lone Pine and get some fresh items, but don’t expect a large supermarket chain — the store is more like a well-stocked small town market.
If you're worried about having enough food (especially fresh produce or deli-type sandwiches, meats), stock up before you head into more remote parts — Pahrump (if you're coming through there) is a solid place to do a bigger grocery run. As some TripAdvisor users suggest, Pahrump has more conventional supermarkets.
Bring a cooler if possible: even with the local market in Lone Pine, having cold storage means you can pick up perishables and not worry about spoiling them.

In summary: Lone Pine has a “real” grocery store that should serve your needs for a moderate restock, but Beatty’s options are minimal, so plan accordingly if you need more variety or fresh food. Stocking up in a larger town like Pahrump is a smart backup plan.

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