I come here when searching for fresh seafood or produce without having to trek from the Bronx into Manhattan's Chinatown (I have no car).
SEAFOOD
This location has a nice variety of popular fresh seafood options. You may find the floor level holding tanks of live tilapia, lobster, etc. of interest to you.
The frozen seafood has over 15 options, including octopus, squid, mussels, soft shell crab, crab legs, and more.
This is the 1st place I had ever seen a BELTFISH!
PROTEINS & MEATS
The fresh meat area has a nice selection of pork, chicken, and beef. Here, you can find cow feet, pig feet, beef liver, and additional not so commonly requested proteins.
The frozen meat area is where you may find black chicken, prepped ducks, and the like.
Other proteins like beans, nuts, seeds, etc, are available in packaged or by weight.
DAIRY PRODUCTS
The dairy fridges have quail, duck, and of course chicken eggs. You can find popular brands of milk, including lactose free or fat- free options.
Cheeses come in a variety of packaged options.
SEASONINGS & SAUCES
The array of available seasonings and sauces are bottled, packaged, and even fresh, which are PHENOMENAL!
DRY GOODS
There are so many variations of tea, soups, and noodles that I try to restrict myself to investigating no more than 6 each time I visit.
COOKWARE
Strainers, ladles, pots, steamers, wrappings, storage bags, and the like are available here.
PRODUCE
Produce offerings are always aromatic and fresh. Long green beans, various onions, tropical fruits, and more.
Mushrooms can be purchased fresh or dry packaged.
BEVERAGES
Sodas, drink & flavor mixes, etc. are easily found.
DESSERTS & SNACKS
MY FAMILY LOVES POCKY (stick-shaped cookie dipped in various icing choices, etc.) since first discovering it here. International and traditional American snacks are usually well stocked.
SERVICE & AMBIANCE
This place is usually quite busy. Variety, fresh options, and good prices tend to make it so.
The busiest areas are the SEAFOOD & MEAT areas of the store. You are provided a service ticket for your order while prepped
NOT ALL EMPLOYEES HAVE FLUENT ENGLISH
Cashiers are usually very nice! Busier times can activate impatience, although there are about 6 checkout counters.
This is a bustling marketplace with employees who make an effort to assist you as best they can.
Store often offers future loyalty sales, and other returning customer incentives at checkout
BOTTOMLINE
I recommend this place...
It's worth going to for hard to find international food items. Nice for fresh goods like meat, produce, and seafood.
On-site free parking. Limited parking when busy, so you'll have to find street parking nearby. read more