This is one of my favorites when I come to the dmv area. Today I got a bastani sandwich or a…read morePersian saffron rode water ice cream sandwich and of course lots of bread!

Nice selection of products. Store was stocked and clean. Staff was helpful finding items. They also…read moreoffer food which I will try next time.

Fresh World International Market exceeded every expectation I had. This is the kind of place you…read morealmost don't want to tell people about because it's such a wonderful hidden treasure. Their seafood department deserves special recognition. The fish is exceptionally fresh, and the employees are knowledgeable and happy to prepare it however you prefer. That level of customer service makes a huge difference. The international grocery selection is one of the best I've seen. They carry authentic products from many countries, including items that are nearly impossible to find elsewhere. If you enjoy cooking international cuisine, you'll probably leave with more than you planned to buy. Another thing that impressed me was how clean and organized the store is. Everything is neatly displayed, making shopping easy and enjoyable. The staff is approachable, patient, and always willing to answer questions or help you find what you need. I was also amazed by the flower section. I purchased gorgeous roses at a great price, and they looked fresher and more beautiful than flowers I've seen at many traditional grocery stores. The fruits and vegetables were equally impressive--beautiful, fresh, and in excellent condition. Fresh World has earned a loyal customer. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for outstanding quality, exceptional service, and one of the best international grocery shopping experiences in the area. Five stars without hesitation.

Everyday grocery items at very good prices. Wide choice. Excellent fresh vegetables. Fresh fruits…read moreare not the greatest.

I love this Lotte! It's probably a tie between the Sterling and Chantilly locations. Great addition…read moreto this location. I've been here on different days and at different times and never had to deal with a crowd or long lines. The store is always fully stocked with produce and very clean. As soon as I walk in, Tous le Jour just shouts my name. There is a small food court next to the bakery, but I'm usually occupied with the desserts. I've walked to each food spot to see what they offer, but have yet to try them. The staff I encountered were friendly and didn't just nod or grunt. They also let me pack my own bags, which I appreciate. Plenty of parking available, it is shared with neighboring businesses.

One of the best things about shopping here on the weekend is their many food sample tables. There…read morewere dumpling samples, beef bulgogi, drinks and more than I really wanted to try. Aisles are always clean. Lots of inventory. Produce is fresh and plentiful. Cashiers are pretty quick.

The place was very large, clean and ok. It didn't have a lot of what I needed in a place so large…read more They need to jazz it up with more items, providing taste testing, have better selections. I didn't try their seafood, so I will test next how fresh their seafood was. I will go back, perhaps the evening I went was just my single experience and need to give it a go once again.

Really interesting food store! Best thing was the…read moreseafood... Lots of fresh fish, inexpensive shrimp, lowest price I've ever seen on live lobsters. Thanks were quite clean. This store also had a huge section devoted to Hispanic foods. The only disappointment was a so-called food court. There was a semisort of restaurant there. Food was OK, but I was really expecting something better.

I don't get out to the Sauson International Grocery as often as I used to, but I still make the…read moretrip 1-2 times a month for mainly one thing: some of the freshest and tastiest bread in all of the DMV. Every culture has their own interpretation of taking the basic ingredients of flour, yeast, salt and water and transforming it via various baking methods into their version of "bread." There is a long history of using circular oval shaped ovens in Asia and the Middle East as a way of both conserving space and to efficiently cook foods with even heat distribution and small footprints in otherwise cramped kitchens. In India these ovens are called tandoors while in Japan they are referenced as kamados. Sauson International Grocery has been in operation since 2011, and the owner, who everyone knows as "Mr. Rashid," is of Persian descent having emigrated from Iran. He is always super friendly and willing to answer questions I may have about the wide variety of Middle Eastern spices and foods this place stocks. Don't be surprised if you strike up a conversation with him, and he offers you a cup of wonderfully spiced tea and a cookie or pastry from the delectable dessert case. As some of the reviews have noted, parking is tricky. There is a small covered garage under the building. But you may have to park at the nearby church or on the street and then walk over to the store. This place is well known for their bread, which is being made throughout the day. I came a bit later today, so they had just finished making a few batches. But it's not uncommon to witness skilled bakers kneading and rolling, and then slapping the dough onto the circular metallic oven for a few minutes, before piping hot fresh bread emerges. The bread is amazing. It is pliable, without being overly chewy. It is slightly salty, with a great smoky almost charred flavor. I've had it cut into pieces and then dipped with hummus or rolled into gyros or used to sandwich kabob meat. And believe it or not, it's even pretty good as a PB&J. Everyone, and I mean everyone, I've introduced this product to usually asks: (1). What type of bread is this? and (2). Where can I buy it? Note: As of this review, the current price is $8.05 for FOUR large round pieces of bread. Apart from the bread, there is also a small butcher shop in the back, and a kitchen where hot foods like kabob platters are made. There is also a small seating area in front of the store, where folks can sip tea and relax while enjoying sweets from the display case. Sauson is a really cool place and while I usually go with the intention of only buying bread, it's not uncommon for me to walk out with a few bags of unique Middle Eastern groceries.

Impressive variety of selection and wonderful hospitality. Can't wait to go back soon.read more

If I could give this place less than 1 star, I would. The worst customer service I have ever…read moreexperienced. The clerk was the most ill-mannered, most disrespectful person I have ever come across. When checking out, my chip was malfunctioning so I removed my card. He insults me in a very condescending tone of voice by asking "stop removing your card, you don't know how to read English?!" Upon checking out and paying him, he hands me my bag of purchased things and says, "Ok, go." - In awe of how he spoke to me, I said nothing and walked out. It's unfortunate because I was excited about an Afghan Market opening in Ashburn. I will not be giving these folks business again.

I bought chicken, meat, and groceries from here. They carry organic chicken as well. The owners are…read morevery welcoming and helpful, the service is fast, and the store is cleaner than most halal meat shops. We also tried their freshly baked Bolani, and it was delicious and such a generous serving size! Definitely going back, so glad this has opened up in Ashburn.

Got the cut and cubed veal from the meat market. It was pricey per pound, but I decided "what the…read moreheck" it's already been cleaned , cut and packed. When I got home, I realized only the visible pieces under the plastic wrap packing were cuts of meat. Mostly everything underneath was bone chunks, cartilage and connective tissue. Never again.

their meat is unbelievably overpriced. i stop buying from here but go to Halalco where the meat is…read morefresh and the price is reasonable.

I was in the beauty supply store next door so I popped in and got the best soup vegetables I've…read moreever tasted. Spoke to the lady working there and she was very affable and informative and told me how to make the soup. I went home and made it and boy that was awesome soup! I will be back for more soup veggies and that fresh papaya! It's no whole foods in terms of style and design, but it serves it's purpose and they do have very good fresh fruits and veggies (have not tried other items yet).

Buyers Beware! My mom got this chicken from bestway grocery store and this was how the chicken…read morelooked inside. The yellow cheese like stuff was hard, there is dried up blood inside the chicken, and it smelled. This is disgusting! Please beware bestway shoppers