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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.


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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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California
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I normally go to my local herb room to get my ingredients for teas. I thought that they ordered from here, so I got large quantities. Unfortunately, the cinnamon chips + dandelion root + ginger were all big disappointments. The cinnamon chips do not smell strong, the dandelion root looks different from the normal roasted dandelion root that i get (bc it's organic? I'm not sure why)-- while i usually love the smell of roasted dandelion it does not smell good, and the ginger looks odd and does not smell strong. I would love to support this company, but I'm not sold on the ingredients

Date of experience: September 24, 2025
Texas
1 review
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OOS
October 12, 2025
Updated review

When you are out of stock after order processed on line it's real crappy to call me and tell me you are rescinding my 15% off an order which originally was more than 600.

Date of experience: October 1, 2025

Sold OOS product
February 28, 2025
Previous review

When you sell an OOS item and email a customer to tell them but you refuse to add a different product to the order as customer tells you additional items purchased to reach the 600 required for discount - your customer service totally sucks.

Date of experience: February 17, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Many different herbs
October 11, 2025
Updated review

Always ships quickly and is product is packaged beautifully. The employees are knowledgeable and so helpful with any questions or concerns. Love to work with them!

Date of experience: October 1, 2025

White Oak Bark cut sifted
September 26, 2025
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PERFECT IN EVERY WAY!

Date of experience: September 16, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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Awesome Product
October 11, 2025

I've been purchasing from Herbco for a very long time, and I find their products to always be superior quality and fairly priced.

Date of experience: October 1, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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The herbs come in sealed bags and are sold by weight, not quantity. It's easy to organize and store the herbs. I repackage them foe personal use in glass jars but some products come in resealable bags

Date of experience: November 20, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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Shipping/rewards
October 10, 2025

I feel like with the world trying to be healthier businesses arent the only ones buying herbs in bulk. It would be nice to start a rewards program for your returning customers. We order every other week but I make a new account just to get 15% off. Don't get me wrong you guys have great prices but I checked iherb and the price was the same even with the discount. We only chose you guys because my partner isn't the best with change.

Date of experience: September 30, 2025
New Hampshire
1 review
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A great source for unique ingredients
October 10, 2025

I really enjoy making homemade sausage and ham.
The local retail stores do not stock what I need.
I can always find exactly what I want at Monterey Spice.

Date of experience: September 10, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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I have always bought my herbs from here and LOVE them - great quality and good selection. It amazes me that I have to pay $21 + just for shipping. Unfortunately, the shipping cost alone makes me want to look elsewhere for herbs :(

Date of experience: September 29, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Shopping EWxperience
October 9, 2025
Updated review

Very pleased with the online shopping experience, prompt. I will continue to order products. Do you think that you will ever offer mushroom glycerin tinctures?

Date of experience: September 29, 2025

So far so good
September 25, 2025
Previous review

So far so good

Date of experience: September 15, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Easy Peasy
October 9, 2025
Updated review

We homebrew with a dark French Roast and chicory. We can't find chicory in stores and have been purchasing it for years from Louisiana. For some reason, that supply is no longer available, but we found the Monterey Herb Co. Online. The order came reasonably fast on the cheapest shipping option and came in easy to recycle baggies. The former supplier had mylar bags in cardboard boxes. Much easier to use and recycle. AND, it took less than ten minutes to make my order of several pounds of chicory...! Yea!

Date of experience: September 29, 2025

Easy to do, took less than ten minutes to open an account...
September 22, 2025
Previous review

Easy to do, took less than ten minutes to open an account and purchase.

Date of experience: September 12, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Very good herb company
October 8, 2025

Although I wish shipping was a little bit cheaper I have bought herbs from this company for several years and they never disappoint. They are my go to for herbs and spices.

Date of experience: September 28, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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Love the freshness!
October 8, 2025

The freshness of the spices is great. I do think they could be better packaged to assist in future freshness and the "herbs" are too finely ground for my liking.

Date of experience: July 28, 2024
California
1 review
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Lavender is so fragrant
October 8, 2025
Updated review

I will repurchase this product for other events and my own enjoyment. Wonderful lavender, it's so lovely to smell, and the color is fantastic.

Date of experience: September 24, 2025

Your website is easy to use and I love all the information...
September 23, 2025
Previous review

Your website is easy to use and I love all the information you give about your products.

Date of experience: September 12, 2025
California
1 review
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Good company
October 8, 2025

This was my second time ordering from this company and I've been completely satisfied both times. Would definitely buy from them again.

Date of experience: September 27, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Love This Company
October 7, 2025

I order multiple products for my horses and they are always sealed well with nice resealable bags. The shipping box is also very sturdy and thick so the products are not crushed. The products smell fresh and always seem to be the same in quality. I also buy Acai powder for smoothies and it is quite nice, with good flavor. It is also packaged well in a resealable metalized/foil pouch to keep it fresh and inside that it is inside another plastic bag that is tied closed with a twisty tie and knot with all the air out so it is kept very fresh.

Date of experience: September 27, 2025
California
1 review
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Very satisfied with the company
October 7, 2025
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My product was easy to find, at a good price. The check out was easy. It arrived pretty quickly. I liked the packaging which showed the product and was resealable for freshness. I would but here again.

Date of experience: September 27, 2025

It was easy to find what I wanted and to order it
September 19, 2025
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It was easy to find what I wanted and to order it.

Date of experience: September 9, 2025
Minnesota
1 review
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The Herb Gal's choice!
October 6, 2025

I love the products, especially the organic ones. As an herbalist, I only give my clients the highest quality products, and Monterey Bay is where I come.

Date of experience: September 26, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Wholesale Bulk
October 6, 2025
Updated review

As a frequent purchasers, I find that your bulk purchase program is inadequate. You should have an easier platform and submission for businesses that need large quantities.

Date of experience: September 26, 2025

Good product, fast turnaround!
April 7, 2025
Previous review

I have never had a bad experience with Monterey Bay. It's always a pleasure.

Date of experience: March 28, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Awesome service
October 6, 2025

Website was pretty easy to use. Had everything I was looking for in one place. Shipping didn't take that long. Competitive pricing!

Date of experience: September 26, 2025
California
1 review
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Found what I was looking for
October 6, 2025
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I was able to find horsetail tea using the site's search function as I did not want to scroll through all the wonderful items for sale. I also lliked that the species name was give along with the country of origin. The other info was great and was what I was able to find in my own research. Also, the price was great.

Date of experience: September 25, 2025

Nice selection
September 22, 2025
Previous review

Nice selection. Thanks for putting country of origin and some background information and suggested uses.

Date of experience: September 11, 2025