SECRET KOREAN GROCERY! Ok, hidden in plain sight in Eastern Market. Authentic kimchee and…read morepre-marinated beef Bulgogi sold here. The kimchee is either cabbage and cucumber, and comes in small (a little bigger than a deck of cards $3) or large (the size of a day planner, approx 8.5"x5" $6) Plus, the couple who runs the place is so nice and helpful, and super quick! Sometimes the lady gives me a sample of freshly made kimchee if she's cooking in the back which is mmm :) And the bulgogi ($6/lb I believe) is amazing. Foolproof, and an easy way to pretend that you're an impressive cook. These guys are the first produce section inside when you're coming to Eastern Market from the metro. They always have beautiful displays of a good selection of fruits and veggies (prices are a little on the steeper side in general, but that's Eastern Market for you). I usually swing by here if I need a last minute lemon/garlic/parsnip/leek/etc after work, but I usually shy away from it on weekends when it's packed. Also, veggies/fruits in season are reasonably priced here and better quality than what you would find at Harris Teeter or Safeway. They also have a mini-grocery with staples and sauces. If you have no car and can't get out to H mart or Wegman's, this place has a good selection of Asian cooking sauces. Lentils were $3/bag here though, so I would stay away from other cheap staples unless absolutely necessary. Tip: Make sure to bring your reusable bag so they don't charge that new DC bag tax (they're strict at this place). Yes, you will get a banana and be expected to either hold it or bring your own bag. Location: the most Southern end of the South Hall. Also labeled as Paik's produce, and right next to Fine Sweet Shop.

We were thrilled discover we do not actually have to return to Arlington/Annandale (our old…read morestomping grounds) to pick up some delectable Korean. We had spent 30 minutes wandering the market but quickly realized what a terrible idea that is on an empty stomach. After selecting a few stalks of their crisp, red rhubarb, while at the register we began eying the large, fresh-looking to-go containers of bibimbap, including a big scoop of white rice and a wide array of sauteed and fresh vegetables - one came with tofu (my selection) and the other option with beef (my husband's choice). Each lunch portion was $6.99. Both were delicious and refreshing. The accompanying chili paste had just the right amount of heat. We both finished our entire meals (and one fresh-squeeze raspberry lemonade from another vendor outside) sitting in the shade in the small square out back. Exactly what I was looking for for Saturday lunch.

Hilloween 2026 at Eastern Market was fun and energetic! Parents were dressed up with their kids…read more Local businesses were out and supporting each other and promoting community activities. There was a moon bounce, face painting for kids and so many happy people. I really enjoyed this event at Eastern Market.

PSA: the bountiful market you see in the photos pertains to the weekend only…read more During the week, the place is rather dead with a limited amount of vendors in the building (mostly butchers). Probably not worth your time.

Love, love, love this place! I was walking around Eastern Market and as I entered the indoor…read moresection, I began seeing so many people walking around with skewers. After tracking down this little booth, I knew I had found my plug for some amazing Asian food. The BBQ Pork meat stick is to die for. It was so full of flavor and perfect to carry around while browsing the other booths in the area. The serving of Japchae was much larger than I had initially thought and very fairly priced compared to some of the other places in the city. The noodles themselves were light and savory! Finally, the cashiers were so so sweet. The line was long (as it should be), but the ladies behind the counter made sure to take care of everyone. They were incredibly personable and efficient. I will absolutely be returning in the future.

Eastern Market has lots of interesting shops. This produce & meat vendor is near the end of the…read morehall. The space isn't very big, however lots of merchandise & produce are packed into a tiny space. Most items were fresh. The ginger looked old. Bananas were only .50 each. There were unique sauces. It is nice supporting local businesses.

Awesome local truly Mexican bodega style store that retains classic character in the ever…read moregentrifying neighborhood. Lots of choices for canned goods, fresh fruits/veggies/chiles, snacks and even homemade treats like empanadas/tamales/tortillas. Super friendly staff and owners and good prices. Highly recommend

What an awesome shop! Do not be misled by the small size of this shop, they have quite the supply…read moreof wonderful things that are difficult to find in your typical grocery store (and for a FRACTION of typical DC prices). Fresh produce, dried spices, dried chilis, grains, you name it. The staff were also very helpful, happy to help me find what I needed! This will definitely be a regular stop for me, what a gem!

Love Trader Joes and this place was interesting. Drive down to the parking area and then into the…read morestore. Very small but full of good items. Prices are great and staff friendly. Store was clean but because of the tightness it did not feel that way. But at least it is near my daughters apt. June 22, 2026

The people that work here are the absolute best. Always super nice and I have a great conversation…read moreevery time I check out. Every so often they're out of something I was hoping for (buffalo ranch popcorn my beloved...) but generally a great place to shop.

Went for lunch break , been a handful Of times since they…read morehave open for the season , The service at the booths I have came across has been A1. The ambiance of the farmers market it's nice & Lively , I decided to stop by Fat Kale , to try their items for the first time . I ended up getting the chicken curry , delicious ! Check it out for yourself !

The Tuesday lunchtime farmers market at City Center is among my favorite DC weekday markets. The…read morediverse variety of a dozen vendors is impressive with a few new vendors every year. Here's the latest and greatest vendor list from 2023: Timber Pizza - Scrumptious wood-fired pizza with a pillowy soft crust. I can't count on how many fingers and toes I've had the pizza at different farmer's markets! While the lines can get long 12:30pm, you only have to wait for 15 minutes. Taco Dirty To Me: Crispy battered cauliflower tempura tacos, bursting with flavor! Bun'd' Up - Delicious fried tofu and mushroom in squishy soft bao buns topped with microgreens, scallions, and a nice creamy aioli sauce. Light and tasty! Urban+ade - Refreshing lemonade with less sugar than classic lemonade. The Sage & Tarragon is my favorite! Veg Heaven - Decadent sweet treats, the dark chocolate cookies and brownies are the best! While the cakes are moist, they aren't as tasty. Taco Loco - Giant burritos are amazing! There's a swarm of people waiting in line, so be prepared to wait 10-15 min before ordering and then another 5 min for your order! The mango and watermelon juice are refreshing. Hipp Sippin' - Cold-pressed juices and acai bowls made to order. Ravenhook Bakery - Great selection of freshly baked loaves of bread and baked goods. DMV Empanadas - They sell out fast! While the empanadas has a nice crispy hard shell and with so many flavors to choose from, they are a bit bland and overloaded with bland cheese. The Spinach and Cheese or the Bacon and Cheese didn't quite hit the spot, hubby like the Chicken. Al Volo Cucina: While I wasn't a big fan of the greasy eggplant parm subs. I wish they brought back the fresh juices (the watermelon and mango juices) were amazing! Wonderful market with plenty of delicious and diverse options to choose from. Lines start to form between 12:30-1pm, come early!

this Safeway is a full sized grocery store in the middle of the city, which is amazing. there are…read moreother large grocery stores close by but this one is closest to sw. it has everything that a suburban grocery store has. it also has lots of security. there's always security guards in the front and in the isles. unfortunately, the fresh food quality isn't always there even though there's lots of variety and quantity. sometimes the fruit is not super fresh. the meats section is small and not the freshest. I can only speculate but I think because not everyone who shops here buys lots of fresh fruit and big packs of steaks, that stuff goes bad quickly and they don't stock it in abundance as a result, maybe because not everyone who shops here can afford that stuff. not sure. The frozen food section has lots of variety. Even has that Halo ice cream if you want a sweet treat but not the calories. They have a great baking section, spices, Asian foods, Hispanic foods. big cheese section and dairy. their eggs are crazy pricy though. they even have a large discount section. like a whole section with discounted products like cereal, beauty products and health products. This is a union store. what does that mean? I'll tell you. the employees are union employees. they are not like regular employees. I once had to ask the service desk for a cake I wanted to buy. the deli employees refused to get it for me, even though they work right there behind the counter. they were like, "no, I can't give you that cake." I'm like," just hand me the cake. I have money. I want to buy the cake." and they were like, "no I'm not going to give you the cake. I can't." This is because (as it was explained to me) the deli employees are not allowed to touch the cake as per their union contracts. which I get, you organized and negotiated a sweet contract, so you don't have to do the work or another department. but dude, just hand me the cake. you're not going to break your back by giving me a cake. so that's it. This grocery store is ok. not as bad as the reviews make it seem, but it definitely has some character, and characters in it. SW DC, show you right!

Everyone is so nice and family oriented and so friendly. I love shopping at Waterfront Safeway…read more Also I love my girls at Starbucks. They always keeping us entertained

This larger Aldi location with a nicer than most selection of items including wine and beer is…read morehighly approved! Good looking fresh produce, nice variety of "fancy" items at low prices. Only concern, there were no cashiers on duty as customers started lining up to check out. They eventually did show up and moved us along as well as they could. Service was friendly, security officers at least gave the illusion of a safe store and parking lot.

Aldi is a wonderful help to the community…read more However, customer service is lacking like they really really don't care about their job or customers! That's to bad! Everyone doing well or so so or bad likes a deal. But we don't like being ignored or treated like our $$ doesn't matter:( I have paused going:( I can go anywhere thank god to shop! But i choose Aldi here & there

Great selection, friendly folks running the stalls and good prices. Love buying a coffee and…read moreroaming the selection of in season fruits and vegetables. Also, always a nice selection of baked goods and fresh flowers.

Of all the farmers markets nearby on a Saturday morning, my partner and I decided on Half Street…read more It's dog friendly and open later than most farm markets (9am-1:30pm) which were two major reasons that led us here. It's right by the Nationals stadium, as well as really great food places like Andy's pizza, sweet green, cava, Rasa, and Atlas brewery. You can truly make a whole trip and afternoon out of it. The market itself has a really nice variety, with some vendors that give out samples. Expect to find fresh local produce, homemade candles, flowers, micro greens, handmade pasta, teas made from tea masters, wild caught fish, uncured meats, raw local honey, and delicious eats on the go like empanadas, sandwiches, pastries and fresh coffee. There's also live music and places to sit in the middle of the market. Be wary of the parking situation. If you're lucky you can find some parking; if not be prepared to park far. It's also right off the green line if you decide to metro instead. Highly recommend Half Street Farmer's Market!

Excellent fresh pastas and sauces bursting with flavor. The Spinach Fettuccini was cooked perfectly…read moreal dente in 2.5 min and paired well with the Basil Pesto Sauce with pine nuts. I tossed in some fresh balls of mozzarella cheese and loaded in veggies - zucchini, carrots, broccoli, bok choy, and cauliflower. Bon appétit! A pound of pasta is roughly $7-8 while the sauces are around $7. You can choose the quantity of pasta, 3/4 pound of pasta was more than enough for my hubby and I and doubled over for another meal. I would probably go with the 1/2 pound next time. Highly recommend getting some fresh pasta to make at home along with some sauce!

If you want fresh specialty pastas and classic and unique raviolis, Eastern Market Grocery is the…read moreplace to go (their generic name has kept them off the radar, but no more!) If you want spinach fettuccine, dry egg pasta, chocolate or pumpkin ravioli, this is the right place. They also neatly list all of their ingredients right below, for those of you with allergies. 20 raviolis, and 15 flat pastas! This is Eastern Market, so the prices are all relatively expensive (but this is a specialty shop in a metro accessible, safe neighborhood, so quit complaining). I paid $6/lb for some basic cheese stuffed tortellinis, $5'lb for fusilli, $6-7/lb for spinach fettuccine, and up to $15/lb for some of the more exotic raviolis or pastas. They sell a variety of pasta sauces in small tubs (Pesto, approx $6, puttanesca or marinara are $5 or less per tub) and have a good selection of olive oils behind the counter. The sauce tubs are at least 2 cups worth of sauce.They also have a wide array of local coffees if you're needing a pick me up. Oh, and before I forget, they have over a half dozen variety of olives! OLIVE CONVERTS AND LOVERS UNITE! (see: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/6gV8D6u5ZFL1DQUg8oL6zg?select=UGw-xxtHS1MHfngGtjODlw) And they sell pizza dough too! and grape leaves, humus, and cornichon! 4.5 stars! Location: Eastern Market Grocery is inside the South Hall of Eastern Market, across from the cheese guys, next to the delicatessen. $10 Credit card minimum