Recharge by Gelson's was created in partnership with Rove, a developer and operator of full-service electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The 3,000-square-foot premium convenience store is at 1008 E. 17th Street in Santa Ana, off the I-5 at the corner of E 17th Street and Lincoln Ave. It offers commuters and road trippers an accessible stop to charge their EVs while enjoying fresh chef-crafted meals, coffee, beverages, grocery staples, and attentive service—all in one place.

Catering to on-the-go customers and neighborhood locals, ReCharge by Gelson features a diverse and curated selection of high-quality, ready-made dishes. There's something to excite every palate, from sushi to sandwiches, wraps, salads, cheese, and charcuterie plates. Customers can enjoy a cup of coffee or meals in the Rove lounge or take them to go, along with a range of cold drinks, healthful snacks, dairy and frozen items, bread, fresh fruit, and everyday essentials. The store also offers cold beverages, wholesomewasd snacks, dairy and frozen items, bread, fresh fruit, and everyday essentials. Its hours of operation are from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week.

Rove-Santa Ana features 40 ultra-fast EV chargers, a 24/7 lounge with restrooms and free Wi-Fi, and an eco-friendly car wash for added convenience. The Santa Ana location also offers parking spots for non-chargers, making picking up Gelson's chef-made breakfast, lunch, and dinner offerings easy. This eco-friendly setup is designed to make delicious and healthful eating effort-free for busy consumers conscious of their environmental impact. 

Services and Features 

• ReCharge by Gelson's Fresh Market

• Grocery order and pickup via Instacart 

• Charging stations support 28 NACS, 12 CCS, and 2 CHAdeMO EV connectors

• Rove Lounge

• Rove Car Wash

• Family & ADA Restrooms

• Complimentary Vacuums

• Free Wi-Fi

• Water Bottle Filling Station

• Vending Machines

• Pup Pad