BlockBasket

BlockBasket is a mobile + web marketplace that lets nearby shoppers reserve items from neighborhood stores in real time—without calling, DM’ing, or gambling on “in stock” listings. Small retailers upload a lightweight “today’s inventory” feed (top sellers, limited drops, essentials), set pickup windows, and accept instant reservations with a small deposit. Shoppers search by walking distance, filter by “ready in 15 minutes,” and get a QR code for fast pickup. The app focuses on convenience for dense neighborhoods: bodegas, bakeries, specialty grocers, hardware stores, and pharmacies (non-Rx). It’s not trying to replace full e-commerce; it’s a “hold it for me” layer that turns local shopping into a predictable, quick errand. Merchants get simple analytics on what people tried to reserve and missed, helping them reorder smarter.