The greater Puget Sound region is blessed with grocery store chains that are Asian centric such as:…read moreUwajimaya, Asian Family Market, 99 Ranch, H Mart, Seafood City, Hong Kong Market, Island Pacific, Lam's, etc. in addition to all the smaller indies, mom & pop grocers. Places like Town & Country and Saar's also have extensive Asian aisles and shelves dedicated to Asian grocery items. I'm late to the party celebrating the Canadian chain T&T Supermarket. Yes, the behemoth opened in Bellevue back on 12/5/24 and this smaller one took over the former Sprouts in Lynnwood on 11/13/25. Since then, they have opened two more sites in California too. Armed with gift cards from The College Friend, The Homie and I made a spontaneous first visit to the Lynnwood store (9/30/26). I like that it is so well organized, bright, and clean. I really liked the variety of the produce, items for dim sum and hot pot, sauces & spices, snacks, meat & fish areas, cooking gear, and especially the hot food, ready to go entrees/platters, and bakery sections. We visited on a weekday mid afternoon, so parking, shopping, and checkout was easy peasy. There's even onsite seating to enjoy one's paid purchases. We demolished the pork belly and BBQ steamed buns. Interesting to note, there's chopsticks, compostable forks & spoons, straws, but no napkins or paper towels available. Pro tips: download the US based app for more deals, organize your items so checkout is straightforward, bring your own bags (although one can purchase or obtain via accrued points, their branded bags).

Every time I come here I go to the hot bar, and get a few items. Then I sit down, take a bite and…read moreremember how much I dislike the food here. After a few bites of food, I tossed the rest because it was so unpleasant. Orange chicken, sweet and sour pork, ribs, what could go wrong? I don't know how it goes wrong, but the food is always gristly, dry and bland. The prices do not match the flavour. Prices are high, flavour is low. In addition, I have never had a staff person say hello or thank you, rarely even an acknowledgement that I am there. During my last visit I asked a gentleman if he knew if they had a particular item and he said "what we have in the store". Oh ok, thanks.

Something for everyone here at Uwajimaya market. Filled with fresh produce and fruits, a deep…read morevariety of seafood and meats, with a ton of hot deli items to choose from too. We spent most of our time browsing the Asian skin care items and knick knacks. Could probably spend the entire day just wandering around Lots of parking but if you're traveling by the link, it's a couple blocks away.

I thought this was the perfect type of store to visit when traveling. Spacious with tons of…read morevariety. Fresh produce, tons of different types of snacks, and little interesting things that you could get for souvenirs. We stopped to check it out and restock with milk, eggs, snacks, and some bakery items. Also picked up some facial sheet masks (they have a half aisle dedicated to this). They were celebrating the Natsu Matsuri Japanese Summer Festival in mid-July which looked to have lots of activities like games, performances, and street food. Free parking on the premises for 2 hours with purchase and validation.

I cannot wait for them to build more T&Ts in the East Bay. This is the first one we've been to in…read morethe US, and it did not disappoint. Our visit there was similar to other Asian grocery stores, but pretty much in all ways better. In my opinion, the biggest differences are: Made to order food - we had Jian Bing (Crepes) and Sticky Rice Rolls that were both delicious. These could be standalone food stands and I would easily give them 5 stars for the quality and value. Hot food to go - this was self-serve and a large area. Most Asian grocery stores either don't have this or it's not self-serve Ready to eat refrigerated items - savory side dishes, but also dessert items (parfaits, mochi, cakes, pastries) A soup/congee station I think I could wander this store for hours snacking on things and finding products I've never seen before. The footprint of this store is massive, which allows them to carry more SKUs than typical stores. All of the ready to eat or made to order items gives you lots of options to eat at the store or have a quick meal at home with little to no prep. The store is extremely clean, everything is nicely labeled, and check-out is a breeze with a ton of cashiers as well as self-checkout. If you want to completely ruin your expectations for future Chinese grocery stores, visit T&T! Brendan's Rating: 5.0 Charlotte's Rating: 4.5 Shanying's Rating: 4.0 Winston's Rating: 5.0

I like the hot bar where you can choose what you want and how much you want then even purchase your…read morebowl at self check out by weighing the bowl on the scale. The garlic green beans are my fav and I highly recommend if you're a garlic lover. The sushi is reliable and affordable. Service is hit or miss. Plenty of seating to eat your food inside or in the mall near that entrance. I still dislike the bathroom situation and feel bad for the employees. I saw an employee fast walk it to the mall bathrooms during my visit. Convenient and affordable lunch option in the Factoria mall area.

Amazing selection and the owners are so sweet and helpful, they have awesome customer service, and…read moregreat variety of products.

When cruising north on Seattle's Aurora Avenue, you scoot past an Ivars and an Office Depot. And…read moresomewhere next to a Korean restaurant, your eye catches European Foods. At first glance, you see a nichè European grocery store. But it's not until you enter that you see it's much more. It is a small grocery store, minus the produce. It also has a very Eastern European vibe. At first, you think 'Russian', but in reality, it's Ukrainian. There is a shared regional heritage, but it stops there when you walk a big room, which is actually their dining room serving some yummy regional favorites. Sitting down and looking at the menu, your eyes take in all the choices. Chicken Kyiv, Beef Goulash, and house made mushroom soup. There was also fresh house baked bread to round out the experience. What was most appreciated was that the meal and the service were definitely homemade, and with treated with love! Do you wish a beverage with your meal? Walk back to the store and order a canned soda, or choose from one of variety of wines off the shelf - European vintages, of course. Come a little bit early, as the restaurant closes near 7 pm, but the store is ready to serve you until closing. [As of this writing, July 1, 2024, the war in Ukraine is still waging. There is lots of support for the people of Ukraine in this establishment. Feel free to ask how you can help the people in war-torn Ukraine here!]

Nice to have an Italian import market right down the hill. An abundance of Italian staples like…read morepasta and canned tomatoes, salami, cheese, capers, olives and vinegar. Other fun stuff like licorice, biscotti, and wine. Also some Greek and Spanish imports. Pricey so can't shop here all the time, but a definite comfort/familiar European vibe.

Slipped in this gem just before they closed for the night. We have European stores in Portland but…read morenothing this big. Excellent selection of groceries from Europe. Picked up some organic European flour, pastas I'm dying to try, pasta sauce from Brooklyn, gifts and more. Huge wine and cheese selection. If you're craving something from Europe, they likely have it here. Staff was friendly and attentive. Much bigger inside than you'd expect. We will be returning and can't wait to try our haul of Yums.

Cooked foods, we picked up this morning are all very yummy ; great service; and very clean ;)read more

Grocery store with cold grab-and-go prepared food options…read more Great grab-and-go BBQ Pork Banh Mi sandwiches by the register. Also fresh mango, juices, and sweet treats We usually grab sandwiches, a sliced mango, and some drinks from here coming back from the gym.

O Mart is across the street fr uber touristy Pike Place Market. They have a market selling Flip &…read moreAzn foodstuffs, but Tita Lei runs a food counter on the opposite side. They offer their famous salmon sinigang and daily Flip faves. The Aposto family has been operating O Mart since 1973. Two of us shared the 1/2 & 1/2: Pepper beef (like menudo) w/ rice & pancit, and their sig sinigang. They were also offering chicken or pork adobo, longanisa or bangus the day we visited. The sinigang was sarap!!!!! The broth was tart from the tamarind, and there was a lot of salmon. In addition, there was crunchy water spinach, that reminded me of how my father used to make this dish. Likewise, Tita Lei's rec on the pepper pork was good. There was plenty of tender, nicely seasoned meat. Lastly, the pancit was made fresh in small batches. There is dedicated counter seating on the side. Tia Lei is super nice, friendly and works her ass off. Her barangay in the PI is just two hours from my father's. The staff in the store is also super nice. 4get the touristy places in Pike Place. Support a hardworking, family owned biz serving Mabuhay in every bite.

A true comfort meal, especially on a rainy day. Oriental Mart has an attached restaurant run by a…read moreTita Lei. Like one of her signs says, she cooks what she feels like. There's no actual menu, but you'd most likely find their famous salmon sinigang. It's a savory, sour soup with assorted vegetables. The broth was perfectly tangy from the tamarind and the salmon was fresh. You can get a combo meal like I did and try two dishes. I saw some people complain about the price, but you really do get your money's worth by the serving size. The staff are so friendly and food comes out quick since it's made that morning. There's limited seating, it's only the bar side area of the kitchen. People are in and out, so you just gotta wait when one free's up if you're planning on eating there. If you're a bigger group, I'd suggest getting the food to-go and eat elsewhere. While you're waiting, you can read up on all the funny and sarcastic signs everywhere.

I'm honestly disappointed to write this review…read more I've been shopping at Goodies for about six months now. They sell dukkah (along with other condiments and seasonings) that are hard for me to find, which saves me the time of making them myself. I've also been buying my lamb from them. On July 3, I purchased two packs of lamb chops. One pack was perfectly fine, but the other was clearly spoiled. I still cooked the good pack, but it wasn't enough for everyone to have. I've been cooking lamb for years--I know how it should smell and how it should look. This meat was off. I called the next day to let them know, and they told me they would replace it. I explained that I live over an hour away, so I wouldn't be able to come back until I was in the area again. They assured me they would still honor the exchange. When I came in today, I was met with so much rudeness that I was honestly shocked. I felt embarrassed by the way I was treated. I had really enjoyed supporting this small business up until this point. Because I was so shaken by the interaction, I didn't even realize until I got home that I had originally purchased a six-pack of lamb chops, but I was only given a four-pack in exchange. When I returned the spoiled meat, the woman behind the counter insisted she would "never sell meat like that." I tried to show her the timestamped photo I had taken of the meat when I purchased it, but she refused to even look at it. At one point she said she "didn't know what my deal was," and then suggested it was somehow my refrigerator's fault before asking, rather dismissively, "Well, what do you want?" I'm a very understanding person. When you're selling raw meat, sometimes things happen. Products can spoil. I wasn't looking for an argument--I simply expected for the issue to be handled professionally and with kindness. Instead, I was treated as though I was trying to cause a problem. I'm sure many people will continue to shop here without issue. However, left feeling like I wasn't afforded the same courtesy or respect that other customers might have received. Maybe I would have been treated differently had I looked different. I can't say that for certain, but I also can't think of another reason I was met with such hostility when I approached the situation politely and respectfully from the very beginning. No customer should leave feeling the way I did. The top pack of lamb pictured was perfect. The bottom pack smelled bad and was greenish in person. As you can see via time stamp - I purchased the lamb on the 3rd and began to cook it on the 4th of July.

This market reminds me of growing up oversees. The smell of fresh feta, olives, and freshly…read more spiced meat ready to grill warms my heart. It is hard to find the selection of pickled and Mediterranean goods that this market carries. I love seeing the cases of mineral water and soda outside of the market. Samira and the rest of the staff are really nice and it's an oasis in Lake city. Please support this local business. 10 stars.

I ordered the Lao-style papaya salad and the Lao sausage, and both absolutely hit. The flavors are…read morebold, funky, and packed with umami definitely on the "stinky in the best way" side, which is exactly how I like it. Some days it's a hit or miss if i'm going to be honest, like for the papaya salad it's like they don't put enough padaek but 9 times out of 10 they do it good. The spot itself is tucked inside a small grocery store, which gives it a really homey, lowkey vibe. It's not fancy at all, but that's part of the charm you're here for the food, and it delivers every time. And if you're looking at my photo... ignore the seafood boil they don't sell that here, I just brought it into the mix because I was feeling extra and felt like a big back.

Came through for the nam khao and it did not disappoint. Such a fresh and balanced dish with…read moreelements of crunch, acid, spice, and salt. Love how this unassuming market has a great variety of dishes to order. Highly recommend!

I come to this store for authentic, hard-to-find ingredients. Today, it was a particular chorizo,…read moreand bomba rice for paella. The rice selection was incredible, and the owner shared all of the details to help me make the right choice. Typically, find a surprise treat like truffle potato chips, or a prepared soup. Today, it was vermouth tasting! I hadn't ever ventured out beyond the ubiquitous brands. Today I came home with two bottles and a purpose! You can feel their passion for Spain and France. It's infectious.

Saw an instagram reel that said this place had all the fancy French butters. Was hoping to get Le…read moreBordier, but I got bars of Beurre de Baratte, Paysan Breton, and Les Pres Sales while I was able to get pats of d'Isigny. The Baratte is my fave because it's super creamy. Loving all the salts though because of all the salt crystals. They also have things like wines, charcuterie, and sweets. The only thing that keeps my score from being a 5 is because it's small and so there isn't more inventory. But their butter alone is why I know I'll be back!