The new Schaumburg II H Mart location just had its grand opening on 1/29/26 (the smaller previous location is now closed). We visited the following day with our families and kids, and the place was absolutely jam-packed -- which is great to see from a business perspective.
As soon as we walked in around 6 PM, the food court was completely full with no open tables anywhere. We decided to skip eating at that point and spent about two hours grocery shopping before heading back to the food court later.
The shopping aisles were just as busy -- carts everywhere and lots of weaving around people -- but at least the store is spacious with plenty of aisles to explore. If you're looking for any Asian ingredients or specialty items, they probably have it here. There's a live seafood section in the back, and the store is well ventilated, so you don't really get that strong seafood smell like you might at other markets. The produce section is huge, the snack aisles are extensive, and there are also toys and gift items near the checkout area when you first enter.
The food court itself is very large, with many vendors and a long hall that leads to a giant projection screen and a small stage area for entertainment or special events. Toward the end of the hall, there is a large concession area where you can purchase water and alcoholic drinks. Restrooms and water bottle refill fountains are also located at the end of the food hall. There are even beauty shops surrounding the food court area, which adds to the "all-in-one" experience.
As for food options, there's a solid mix of Korean, Chinese, and Japanese vendors, plus Kung Fu Tea and a Tous Les Jours bakery. Expect typical food court pricing -- around $15-$20+ per entrée. On busy days, be prepared to hunt for open tables and wait 15-20 minutes for your food to be prepared.
On this visit, our family tried Korean fried chicken wings from BBQ Chicken, Korean corn dog from Oh K Dog, and a couple bowls of udon noodle soup and a Korean army stew ramen from Sang's Kitchen. Overall, it felt a little pricey for what you get. Portion-wise, I don't think it's the best bang for your buck. The udon noodle soup was well-flavored, but the ramen was on the salty side. Personally, I'd probably prefer ordering some of these dishes at their standalone restaurants rather than food stalls -- unless I'm really hungry and convenience is the main factor.
That said, it's still a great place to shop and grab a casual bite with friends or family. We'll definitely be back for more grocery shopping, though we may not eat dinners at the food court on every visit but we may certainly grab a snack when craving hits every now and then.
I also spoke with one of the staff members who flew in from New Jersey for opening weekend, and she mentioned this is currently the largest H Mart in the state -- bigger than the Naperville and Niles locations, and larger than Joong Boo Market in Schaumburg.
Overall, this is a place worth checking out. However, if you're not a fan of crowds, I'd recommend waiting a couple weeks after grand opening to let the traffic die down. H Mart was running some really great grocery deals & had some freebies gifts with tiered purchases during opening week, which definitely drew in the crowds -- exactly what you'd want to see from a successful launch.
Tip: Make sure you sign up for H Mart shopper rewards program to take advantage of the grocery shopping points and special pricings. It's 1 point for every $1 (1000 points = $10 gift certificate). You can sign up via the H Mart app easily on your own and show them the bar code at checkout.
Also, check your grocery receipts at the end. I found a duplicate scan on mine and was able to get a refund at their Customer Service desk next to the checkout lanes. Lastly, expect that the staff works fast here and they don't make much small talk. So at the end of scanning they may just say "Card!" which should signals you to whip out your membership card quickly. They're efficient that's for sure! read more