A small market located in one of the busiest Vietnamese plazas in all of Bellaire, Cho Thanh Binh…read morehas definitely seen better days. It is rarely crowded, extremely dated, and has nearly non-existent customer service. It is also often mistaken for its neighbor with an extremely similar name but completely different experience. (#1) There is a bit of a drab feel, not because the market isn't inviting or bright, but because it feels so different compared to other nearby markets who have lower prices, more staff, more selection, and far better decor. Additionally, the cramped layout isn't helping their cause. That's not to say what they have to offer isn't worthy: their roast meat section seems to be popular for catering and meats for takeout. The produce isn't particularly great but the meat section seems to have been extensive enough for the elders to buy (various) parts for home cooking. Everything here is slower. The checkout, the perusal from patrons, the staff, even the carts are slow to be returned. While I applaud them for serving the locals, I do think there is a lot of room for improvement. Much of the staff is Vietnamese speaking only. __________ (#1) https://yelp.to/XYkPbElcpW

I am so confused. This store is called Chợ Thanh Bình Market. There is another market on the other…read moreside of this huge parking lot called Tân Bình Market, while there is Chợ in front of it. I prefer that one because this store entrance is weird and store is much smaller. I don't understand why they have similar sign styles. This store has larger lobby for live plants. But the AC unit was inside. There was a stink in the meat section. Aisles are narrower. There are lots of merchandise though. I was gonna ask the cashier about something. But I saw her talking to herself sitting there. Wow. Oh no. I am leaving.

Me to kids: Can you believe that a combo plate here is cheaper than the drive thru fast food…read moreChinese place we go to. Kids to me: This is better, nothing tastes frozen. Are you just lazy? This is no frills steam table/cafeteria style Vietnamese on the back of probably the largest Vietnamese grocery store in Houston and it is great. Pricing starts at $6.99 for rice and two entrees but goes up based on the rice/noodle type and the entrees selected. All of ours (3) were 8.99, but packed (the kids tapped out early) and delicious. I had this beef stew that you would otherwise only find at someone's grandma's house that was killer. Got some turnip cake on the side but everything looked good. You've got to be brave if you're apprehensive about your communication skills, but no risk no reward

Great spot if you're looking for a wide variety of international and Asian groceries. They have a…read morehuge selection--everything from fresh produce and seafood to snacks, sauces, and hard-to-find ingredients. The store can get pretty busy, but that's usually a good sign of how popular it is. Prices are reasonable, and you can find things here you won't see at regular grocery stores. It's not the most organized place, but if you take your time, you'll find what you need (and probably a few extras). Definitely a go-to for specialty items.

My cousin from the east coast raves about their house-made sausages so when she visited, I took her…read morehere to satisfy her craving. This market is one for the largest Vietnamese markets I've ever been to, offering a wide variety of fresh fruits, frozen foods, dry goods, imported sauces, sweets and more. I particularly love their extensive rice paper selections. My favorite is the "no water" rice paper, which doesn't require dipping in water to roll up like traditional ones. Unfortunately, this type of rice paper is available at every asian market so I'm happy Tan Binh has them. They also have a nice section dedicated to ready-to-eat and hot foods. You can grab and go with options like fried fish, tofu, and cooked meats. Customer service is usually pretty friendly. Just like anywhere else, you should check the expiration date of every product before buying. My cousin forgot to do so and bought two boxes of solar dried bananas that were expired. And during the warmer seasons, they set up a nice plant and herb section for sale right outside the entrance.

How crazy is that? There are 2 identical stores close to each other. This one is officially Tân…read moreBình Market at AI HOA Marketplace, the newest mall in Alief neighborhood. The other store is called Chợ Thanh Bình Market at a connecting mall. By looking at the sign inside and the shopping bag. The address says 11698 Bellaire Blvd Suite 11700. The location is checked out ok. Comparing those 2, I like this one better. But not the best one in Asiatown. I wouldn't want to drive all this way for something. I normally hit up Viet Hoa Supermarket on the other side of Beltway. The store is clean enough. Aisles are not always clear. Stuff was all over the floor and blocking the aisles. The shopping carts were all over the parking lot. It's not about what the business did but the customers left the charts wherever they want. I just wish there is a collection point. I have major issue of language barrier with employees here. All signs are in Vietnamese. I had to use Google Translate app for everything. That's too much. I added one star because they have breadfruit. That's a rare item in Houston.

Always well stocked with classic Japanese groceries but also has lots of new items to try. Friendly…read moreservice, easy parking and good hours. I highly recommend Daido.

Cute and quaint Japanese grocery store with other authentic imported goods from Japan! If you…read morebrought back snaps from your most recent trip from Japan and just ran out. This place might have you covered! I also love this place because it has the cafe pop up Sweets Oyatsuku! Make sure to check heir instagram for what days they are open! The matcha was incredibly rich, nutty and creamy - you could taste the quality but definitely nothing mind blowing. I LOVED the strawberry red bean mochi daifuku. I would again just to get more! The workers were so sweet and nice. Go support and give them a try!

I've been here awhile back and it's pretty cool. There is so many things that you can't get…read moreanywhere else like the little food packages of sushi and rice ball-onigiri. So many international items here but mainly Japanese food/snack items. I'll have to go here again to update my review.

Hesitant to write this review so it doesn't get overcrowded, but hell with it, I don't want to…read more"gatekeep" as all the influencers say lol. A super cute market with so many great Asian foodstuffs, fresh produce, microwaveable ready-made meals, etc.

Great grocery market, I shopped there for years, no price increase and very fresh meat. This will…read morevery difficult for me. Other stores put less meat in their packaging at a much higher price. They even had a Masjid in the back of the store and an organic food section. The cashiers were very courteous and friendly, this is no lie this is the truth! At the other meat stores in Houston half the time I can't even get a salaam or hi and forget a smile. Maybe because I'm African American. Anyway from the heart they will be greatly missed.

This store is a gem!!! If you love middle eastern / Indian cuisine please swing by. It's about a…read moreblock away from my place and it's a treat. They have a hot foods bar where you can order things like samosas and tandoori chicken. They have most of the items a regular grocery store would have plus some "exotic" stuff. They have an amazing dairy & ice cream section. Some of the best ice cream you will ever find can be found in the store!!! I love saffron & pistachio ice cream. I love the variety of plain yogurt's and dips. They have a huuuuuuge spice selection and every time I swing by the employees are always helpful and friendly!!! It's a little chaotic in here because it's set up like a warehouse store and business is booming, but don't let that keep you from doing by. I absolutely love this shop!!!

Hộp quà tết rất dễ thương và ý nghĩa Chợ này có rất nhiều…read moređồ thú vị và hay ho Giá cả rất hợp lí và cạnh tranh Chợ khá là sạch sẽ Không giang thoáng đãng và gọn gàng The Lunar New Year gift sets are so cute and meaningful. This market has so many interesting and unique finds! The prices are very reasonable and competitive. Plus, the place is quite clean, spacious, and well-organized.

Large market full of all kinds of things... the smell is a bit off putting for me.And lots of fish…read morein the back.

I can't tell you much about this place as the cuisine I don't know much about but my nephew in law…read moreis from Liberia and he requested some items in which they did have. I also going to make a dish that needed something called green seasoning which they had as well. Seen items like cassava leaves that I remember trying once before which were in stock. So every thing i needed i was able to find, the only issue was the gentleman at the register wasn't to willing to help and another customer assisted me in finding my items.

This my lil spot to pick up what I need . Thanks for the service . Sometimes I get a strange look…read morebut it's all love once I start talking haha

Seafood City Supermarket is our family's go-to supermarket for Filipino groceries. They have a…read moregreat selection of everything from fresh produce to instant noodles, seasoning packs, juices, canned meats, sauces, frozen foods, and snacks--basically all the essentials in one place. The food court is a big bonus and something we look forward to every visit. With the live grill and multiple spots for comfort food, it's easy to eat before heading home. On top of that, shops seem to be renovating or popping up almost every month, so it feels like a new experience each time we visit. They also have fresh bakeries and desserts to take home, which is always tempting. Prices are great with a membership card, and every trip feels like a Costco-style stock-up run. Just remember to keep your grocery receipt handy since carts are checked at the exit.

Living 4 hours away from this Filipino supermarket makes me shed a tear a little. I was in Houston…read morefor the weekend and I asked my friend who was originally from Houston where a good Filipino spot would be to eat. He immediately said "Seafood City! It has everything!" So we went and it indeed had everything. The longest line was for Grill City. In all honesty, I feel like Grill City is a bit overhyped. The kare kare didn't taste like my father-in-law's. He makes the best kare kare. But you can't beat home cooking. Too bad my FIL is in CA. The liempo was good, but how can you really mess up grilled pork belly? However, I did like Sizzle. Their bangus sisig on a grilled platter was so delicious! I was jealous of my husband's pick. I also really loved the items at Valerio. Reminds me of Panorama City in CA. Everything here was light and bright and it smelled clean. Would I come back? Only if I'm in town. Next time I'll bring a big cooler.

For an Asian supermarket as a whole, there's so many better options around the area (Hong Kong,…read moreHMart, Viet Hoa). Limited produce selection, although you can occasionally find a nice deal on select items. Quality is hit or miss though. They serve Chinese BBQ meats up towards the front. I've always been tempted to try it but have never had the chance yet. This supermarket's most redeeming factor in my opinion is their seafood section because they not only offer cleaning, but fish frying services for free! They clean, fry, and season the fish here very well. Highly recommend their spicy seasoning. They sell my favorite type of fried fish here too, the golden pompano. Takes about 20min to fry. Prices are comparable to other grocery stores and much cheaper compared to if you were to buy fried fish at a restaurant. The only other places you can purchase supermarket fried fish of your choosing like this around Houston are probably Ranch 99 and Seafood City. 5/5 fish frying services, but the rest of the market leaves a lot to be desired.

Unfortunately My Hoa is showing it's age a little bit as they have not put any time and money on…read moreupdating the grocery store, the flood is not even and dirty and the smell of the seafood and it is sad to see at one time it was a very popular place to shop for grocery now it is just a okay place to get your grocery if you live near by.