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Monterey Bay Herb Co.

4.8

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Bulk herbs, spices, seasonings, and teas from Monterey Bay Spice Co. All of our bulk herbs are wholesale.


herbco.com
Watsonville, CA, United States
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Monterey Bay Herb Co. Reviews Summary

Monterey Bay Herb Company enjoys a strong reputation for high-quality products, with customers frequently praising the freshness and variety of herbs and teas offered. Many reviews highlight the reliability of the ordering process and prompt shipping, contributing to overall customer satisfaction. However, some concerns arise regarding occasional stock shortages and specific product quality issues, such as clumping in garlic granules. While the majority of customers report positive experiences and express trust in the brand, a few suggest improvements in communication and product instructions. Overall, the company is viewed favorably, with a solid foundation for continued customer loyalty.

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Love the valerian tea but ordering online could improve
September 30, 2023
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Difficult going from PayPal back to here could improve ease of transaction

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Date of experience: September 30, 2023

Difficult going from PayPal back to here
October 16, 2023
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Difficult going from PayPal back to here

Date of experience: September 16, 2023
Florida
1 review
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Good product selection, and Quality product. Taste and smells great. Produces an enjoyable cup of tea.

Date of experience: September 29, 2023
Utah
1 review
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Great new source for my students
September 29, 2023

Easy to navigate website - pricing reasonable, time will tell when order arrives for rate on timely and quality

Date of experience: September 29, 2023
Arizona
1 review
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Great site; LOTS of variety of product and quantity. All herbs are excellent quality!

Date of experience: September 27, 2023
Texas
1 review
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Dependable company
September 25, 2023
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Good products, but like all online stores the shipping was exorbitant.

Date of experience: September 25, 2023

Why is shipping so expensive?
September 11, 2023
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Why is shipping so expensive?

Date of experience: September 11, 2023
Michigan
1 review
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Pleasant
September 25, 2023

Easy to navigate! I enjoy my daily teas and plan to purchase more my next paycheck!

Date of experience: September 24, 2023
Puerto Rico
1 review
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It was great.
September 21, 2023

Great...Good quality Herbs an excellent service and fast shipping.

Date of experience: September 21, 2023
Colorado
1 review
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Great Variety
September 21, 2023

I love that you carry everything I needed. I was having a hard time finding the herbs I needed all together in one place

Date of experience: September 21, 2023
Kansas
1 review
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Good ratings from buyers
September 20, 2023
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If I have stuff in the cart before signing in, I lose the stuff in the cart when I do sign in. Frustrating! You should probably offer a way for 'guests' to purchase without signing in!

Date of experience: September 20, 2023

If I have stuff in the cart before signing in, I lose...
October 6, 2023
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If I have stuff in the cart before signing in, I lose the stuff in the cart when I do sign in. Frustrating! Yuou should probably offer a way for 'guests' to purchase without signing in!

Date of experience: September 6, 2023
Colorado
1 review
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I just tried twice to complete an order, and the website indicated my transaction was declined. I received no order confirmation or order number. However, my bank account shows 2 transactions pending, as if the order DID process on their end...twice. My phone calls and emails to their customer service contacts have gone unanswered.
Update 1day later: customer service did reach out, and the charges fell off of my account. She wasn't sure what caused the error; it seems to have been on the end of my bank. I appreciated her follow-up, even if it took a day.
I already ordered the herbs I need from another site, but I would consider returning to this site for another try in the future...

Date of experience: September 19, 2023
Virginia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Impeccable Service
September 20, 2023

I am a new small business owner of The Mystic Botanica, LLC in Georgia. I had no idea where to start. I have never bought in bulk, I have never bought herbs online (only in person), and I am completely new to the business world. However, I am not new to the herbal world, and I know quality. After extensive research and looking at countless reviews, I arrived at Monterey Herb Co. All I can say is- exceptional. I dove in and spent a large amount on herbs, roots, and powders with this company. The packaging and handling was perfection. Nothing was spilled or leaking. My order arrived within a week. I went through every single bag to make sure my whole order was there, it was. All herbs were full, with little remnants. If any labels look smudged, it's because being a small business, I sterilize all shipments for health and safety. All labeling was accurate and clear. I will definitely be shopping again. I highly recommend this company.

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Date of experience: September 19, 2023
Utah
1 review
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My one stop shop.
September 17, 2023

Love, love, love Herbco! Definitely the first place I go for whatever I need and they always have a plethora of unique and well priced options.

Date of experience: September 17, 2023
California
1 review
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First order
September 15, 2023

First order for me. Just navigating in strange territory and was easily able to use the web site.
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Gretchen Del Rio

Date of experience: September 15, 2023
North Carolina
1 review
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FRESH, OUTSTANDING QUALITY!
September 14, 2023
Updated review

I make my own natural products for myself and my dogs and chickens. Although I love the variety of your offerings, I find the shipping cost to be a bit high for myself as I do not see myself ordering $250+ of product. I hope that at some point for small purchasers, that shipping costs can be somewhat reduced. Otherwise, I do like your product selection. Now to see the quality of the product itself once it arrives. UPDATE: Received my products and I must say, the quality is outstanding! Fresh, beautiful natural coloring, and amazing smell. I'm truly sold (despite the shipping cost), on the high quality of my order. Will definitely order again in the future.

Date of experience: September 13, 2023

I make my own natural products for myself and my dogs...
August 30, 2023
Previous review

I make my own natural products for myself and my dogs and chickens. Although I love the variety of your offerings, I find the shipping cost to be a bit high for myself as I do not see myself ordering $250+ of product. I hope that at some point for small purchasers, that shipping costs can be somewhat reduced. Otherwise, I do like your product selection. Now to see the quality of the product itself once it arrives.

Date of experience: August 30, 2023
Texas
1 review
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Perfect
September 12, 2023

Quick and easy.
A delightful surprise of tea quality. Thank you

Date of experience: September 12, 2023
Washington
1 review
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Quick Ship
September 12, 2023

Nice website, Easy ordering, exactly what I needed.

Date of experience: September 11, 2023
Montana
1 review
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Okay
September 12, 2023

Thank you. I got it. Why enter 50 characters when I don't need to.

Date of experience: September 11, 2023
Florida
1 review
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Great Value
September 10, 2023

Easy ordering - pricing is good - the shipping costs were a bit high.

Date of experience: September 10, 2023
Tennessee
2 reviews
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No comment
September 9, 2023

I searched on line and found Monterey Bay Spice. They had what I needed.

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
New Mexico
1 review
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Just getting in to Herbs so I don't know that much about this but

Date of experience: September 8, 2023