6/4/26 Second time…read morein, but this time purchasing some snacks and a souvenir to take back to my boys.( wanted to use our Canadian cash up.. Staff is so friendly and helpful.. If you show your hotel card you get a free snack..

Cute little store at the Parq hotel. They have mostly Japanese products plus snacks. The service is…read moregood but the store is packed with products. Check it out.

Waaah I loved this place! Vancouver, how lucky you are to have Konbiniya!…read more Walking into this place felt a little bit like being transported into Japan. I'm from the Bay Area and we have our fair share of Japanese grocery stores (shout out to Niiya in Japantown in San Francisco) but I was very excited to see the selection here. Definitely came across items I've never seen before like a Takoyaki flavored Ramune. It was extremely discounted just fyi probably for good reason. They even had Japanese canned drinks stored hot like in Japan! The take away Japanese desserts also looked good. This place is right on Robson street so a great place to grab a snack, drink, pick me up while shopping. Prices seemed reasonable. One caveat is that it can get busy in here and the aisles are small so it felt a little crowded but that's sort of like Japan as well lol so not a big deal for me. Added to the ambience. Checkout was quick and easy!

Wonderful little slice of Japan tucked into Robson Street. Extensive selection of all manner of…read morecandies, onigiri (rice and seasonings wrapped in crisp seaweed), matcha-flavoured snacks, soy sauces, numerous styles of miso paste...you get the idea. It sounds crowded - and it is - but once you push your way to the back of the store, you'll find a tiny Japan tour travel agency and a shelf of clearance items at rock-bottom prices. Service is cheerful, personable and brisk. The store also houses a takeaway crepe and ice cream shop - the crepes are actually better than the ones I've had in Tokyo.

i stopped by hmart at the corner of robson and seymour, and it's one of those places that feels…read morelike it's doing a lot at once, but it works. it runs 9am to 10pm, 365 days a year, and you really get the sense of it being a hard working, always on kind of store. it spans two levels, with a main ground floor and an escalator up to the second floor, so it feels more like a compact vertical mall than a typical grocery stop. the ground floor leans heavily into kbeauty and lifestyle. there's makeup, skincare, fashion, luggage, and accessories, cuteness overload, all mixed together in a way that's easy to browse. the layout is compact (very downtown), but it adds to the energy. they've also got artbox items and a surprising amount of canadian souvenir goods, which gives it a slightly tourist friendly feel. interestingly, no bts merch in sight, maybe due to their hiatus? kpop music videos play on screens above us, full choreography and colour coordinated outfits adding constant movement while you browse. it makes even a quick stop feel a bit more alive. medicube on sale was tempting, and i'll probably look into it more later, mostly to justify whether i actually need it. one thing that stands out pretty quickly is how direct they are about shoplifting. for a store open every day of the year, you get the sense they've had to deal with it more than most. the signs with photos of shoplifters paired with police file numbers are very clear, and security is visible as soon as you enter. it takes a certain level of boldness to be that upfront about it, and instead of softening the message, they've chosen to address it head on. it shifts the tone, but it also makes their stance unmistakable. heading up the escalator to the second floor, the focus shifts to groceries. there's a small food court, along with housewares, a lottery kiosk, and everyday grocery staples, all tucked into the flow of the space. it's easy to lose a bit of time just moving between sections. from there, the snacks section does what it does best. they have hello kitty kikkoman soy sauce, roasted sweet potatoes, pouch drinks with separate ice cups, and a solid selection of ready to eat meals. on this visit, i ended up buying two new flavours of turtle chips: wagyu beef with wasabi and carbonara spicy chicken. priorities. they also have a stamp card system, collect ten stamps and you get a $25 hmart gift card, which feels like a quiet nudge that you'll probably be back anyway. overall, it's a high energy, well contained space: part grocery store, part beauty shop, part snack discovery zone, with a hardworking downtown rhythm and a very clear sense of how it runs.

Loved this place - reminds me of Don Quixote in Tokyo. If you are looking for cute knickknack- this…read moreis it

It's nice that they have a T&T Supermarket close to the downtown area…read more My first experience to a T&T (always visiting from the Bay Area) was the Lansdowne Location in Richmond. It's huge, has a whole bakery, hot foods, cosmetic, and various other departments. Obviously to compare that location - set in the residential area, to this one - set in the city, would be unfair. T&T at this location does a good job at having enough of its well known items - fresh produce, meats, prepared foods, baked items, cosmetics, and beverages. All in all, it's a great location with its proximity to downtown Vancouver, Chinatown, the Stadium, and my favorite - Costco. Wishing it continued success.

Every time I come downtown by skytrain I stop at stadium station and go here on my way to the…read moreInternational village which is right across the street. It's very reasonably priced and has every type of food item you would find in a grocery store. The desserts are amazing and well priced. I love the mango cake and the whipped cream and fruit cakes. Their tarts are also very good. Today I went in to get some take out food. There is quite a food selection including soups and rice. And it was reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and helpful. And the store was tidy but I did find it a bit tight in there compared to other T and Ts I've been to.

At Yelp event on Cardero cafe, I found a business card on the cashier counter. I asked what it was…read more They introduced their sister store across the street. It's literally across the street. So I decided to stop by. The lady here was so excited to know Cardero cafe sent me. I hope there are more GOOD human trafficking here! Wow this store has lots of goodies stuff. At end of isle, there are dried spices and you will find different types of chilis. I don't do BBQ but if you'd like to try Argentin style sausage, check the freezer!

I love this store and they're open late. They may not be the friendliest, but that doesn't bother…read moreme. They always have lots of fun snacks you may not find other places, and most importantly they're a skin care gold mine! Serums, face masks, face wash whatever you need you'll find it here at a fantastic price! Just head up the stairs at Robson and Jervis, as some people have a hard time finding the entrance. It's definitely worth a look around, even if you aren't looking for something specific you're very likely to walk out with some exciting new treasure.

First time visiting this supermarket. Was a bit confused as to where the entrance was, but in no…read moretime I was on my way up! The market was smaller then I expected, but that didn't deter me from using up my entire gift card! There was plenty of favourites to buy and new items to try. It was simple to figure out what was what as all the shelf tags are in English with the UPC code in a good sized, easy to read font. Purchased included Korean BBQ sauce, Hoisin sauce, marinated beef, ground beef, green tea ice cream, sesame seeds, a Bubble Tea kit, Dumplings, Pot Stickers, Sprouted Soy Beans, edamame, some frozen mini apple drinks and much more! Check out was quick & efficient. Ladies at the Cash were all very pleasant. All in all it was a wonderful little market that I really enjoyed! Definitely recommend!