El Maguey Latino Market is a new international grocery store that just opened not to long ago in…read moreGambrills, Md. The store itself isn't very large, but they really make the most with the space they were given, while still managing to not feel cramped. The have a small produce section full of really fresh items. The refrigerated/freezer section spans the right side of the store, and is filled with all kinds of goodies. They have a check cashing booth to the rear left of the store, not far from their meat section, where they have a bunch of different cuts on display. I found many items that my family uses regularly, and it's awesome to now have something in the area, in stead of having to run out to Laurel or New Carrolton to make special purchases. I really hope that people take the time to check this place out. This staff is friendly, and helpful. This market was much needed in this area. I will be patient as they work out any kinks, and hope to see them flourish in the years to come. Welcome to the neighborhood!

This is a great little market located right off of Route 3 in Crofton. I honestly can't say I know…read moreof another one around here, so it's nice to finally have one! (If others exist, they're well-kept secrets). The space inside is very bright! A lot of these very small markets can feel cramped and dim, but not so here. Due to the footprint of the store, it's not very large inside, and the aisles (if you can call them that) are small and cramped. But, they make good use of the space all the same, and with super-high ceilings, it FEELS a lot bigger inside than it probably is. They do have a fresh foods counter in the back, and they also offer fresh and frozen produce up front. I got a great haul, enough to make a fantastic salsa verde with some fresh tomatillos, jalepenos, lime, and cilantro. Yum! It went well with the frozen tostones! I'd like for this place to be a lot bigger than it is, but I can't complain. It's a really nice shop with helpful staff and a good selection of products considering the space available. It's well worth popping your head in and taking a look around!

Taj Mahal is a great halal meat grocery store. I know the owner has changed in the last year and I…read morehave definitely seen a change. I order halal meat from here and they have a lot of variety like organic chicken, beef, lamb and even oxtail! I also see lots of great frozen options for my kids like halal chicken nuggets and patties. def recommend!!

This place is under new management but unfortunately seems they don't know anything about health…read morecodes. I went to get meat and the butcher was cutting chicken. I asked for beef. he didn't clean his hands, surfaces or cutting utensils. When I tried to explain to the butcher about cross-contamination he got upset. told me he's not going to wash every time he switches products. this is a major health code violation and this place should be shut down immediately before someone gets sick or worse, dies. I explained it to the guy sitting chilling on the phone but I am not sure it registered as to the seriousness of this situation.

I had my first visit here on a Sunday afternoon. It was moderately packed, but that's expected as…read moremost people do grocery shopping on Sunday before the new week. There is ample parking in the parking lot as it is in a plaza with other establishments. The establishment is large and has an abundance of products. There are items from fruit, vegetables, fresh seafood, meat, meats, and a large variation of canned goods and package products. The entire area was very clean and things were in place. I feel this establishment represents a vast array of cultures and you can probably find anything you need here. The employees were extremely pleasant. Don't be surprised if it's a little hard to navigate the aisles as the aisles are a bit thin so getting two carts past each other is a bit of a challenge. However, patrons were friendly and move around as needed. They do allow tap to pay for those who use that option.

This store is a hard no for me. Honestly, I'm not sure why it's not a no for others. The stench…read morealone is enough to make you turn right back around. Yes, the prices are decent, but the smell? It's overwhelming and honestly hard to ignore. It's giving needs a deep clean, ASAP. Until then, I'll be shopping elsewhere.

Great deals on great products…read more Any time there's been a situation, management has always been very good to me, and willing to help.

From the owner: This is a family owned business and we deal with a wide verities of African and western food items…read more We also sell fresh and frozen cow meat, goat, lamb, pork, turkey, fish and chicken. We also sell smoked chicken, smoked meat and a whole verities of smoked fish. Available to all customers is a cutting saw that can cut your meat to any size of your choice. Our prices are affordable compared to our competitors.

This place is an excellent addition to our Bowie / Crofton / Ganbrills Community. Not a lot of…read morefresh food yet somehow they have managed to find a good balanced of died and frozen options. I have been able to find things you can only get at Caribbean stores like dried Hibiscus flower, good quality and great price I might add of cinnamon, cloves, and a lot of spices. The service has been 10/10 the three times I have been. The Salvadorian wife and Indian husband make a super friendly and helpful duo. My sister and I came in sick today and were greated and helped with recommendations of their OTC selection.

This place is amazing. Multi-Culturalism at it's best. This American family offers quality imported…read morefoods that run true to their East Indian/Central American original homelands. Where else can you get delicious frozen dosa right next to the frozen tostones, fresh sausages and cheeses from both sides of the world and farm-fresh okra, kerala and two kinds of exotic eggplants in the same bin as garden-variety tomatos, bananas and onions? This bounty is available at very fair prices from the extremely gracious and helpful proprietors themselves. The store is strategically-located on Defense Highway, just up from 301, next to a great Vietnamese restaurant and slightly behind the ever-reliable summer favorite, Rita's. Definitely worth a stop. They have milk and a wide assortment of drinks and desserts , so it'd be hard to leave there empty-handed. Buen Provecho y Que Viva La India!

Great place!!!@ i get my meat from there!@ premium service with reasonable prices! I recommend them!read more

You have to enter from the back door so go in the alley beside the library. Great selection of…read morespices, rices, fruits, beautiful clothing for women, pots and pans. Halal meats, etc.

Over: 3 stars at Best, Mixed reviews. Fish department: 1…read morestar. Inventory not fresh. Fishy smell everywhere. Meat department:: 1 star. Inventory not fresh. Darken meat past due date found on self. Dry goods: 5 stars. Plenty of inventory at a good price. Vegetables and fruits: 5 stars. Plenty, fresh, and well presented. Parking: 5 stars. Plenty of spaces right in front of the store. Carts: 2 stars. Oversized carts-making it difficult to get around inside the store.

Do not shop here, I got food poisoning after eating a semi melted fudge pop which I didn't even…read moreknow was possible. I was impressed at first given the variety of international foods and the low prices of the produce, but the quality is very hit and miss and if you miss you can get seriously ill. I saw a beet completely rotting sitting in the produce aisle, shrimp being sold that was semi defrosted with no cover on the coolers, and popsicles that were melted, when I got my mangoes home one was already rotted and the others rotted in a few days. All of these are opportunities to spread bacteria, mold and other contaminants that will send you right to the doctor. Please be safe, it's serious f**ked up they are selling these items to immigrant communities, the prices aren't rock bottom, and some shopping here may not easily be able to access medical care if needed (I'm sure many can, but statistically immigrant communities struggle to gain equitable access to healthcare on par with other Americans).

I could walk through this store for hours, there is so much to see here…read more To start with Ebisu Mini Japan is not my scene. I know next to nothing about what I am seeing in here. The parking lot is small and always crowded. It seems when I am walking by there is always an adventure happening in it. I'd suggest forgoing it and just finding street parking or using one of the nearby parking garages. The store has multiple levels inside of it. The first level is toys at the front, food to the back right and health, beauty, toiletries and dishes to the back left. The toy selection is vast with lots of cute Japanese characters. Also extensive is the food. You will traditional American brands (Kit Kat for example) in flavors that aren't typically sold in regular American stores. My only qualm is I wish I could easily discern what is vegan. I have not tried some things I'd be interested in purchasing because of that. The second level is beauty supplies. My wife has been purchasing beauty supplies from Japan for a while and was excited to know she could purchase some of them locally now. The third layer is stationary items and school supplies. There are a lot of cute notebooks, pencils, pens and erasers amongst other things. The final layer is all claw machines. I find myself browsing more than buying at Ebisu Mini Japan. That is what ultimately keeps this a three star spot.

I love Ebisu. I love coming to ebisu. They have such fun sales and deals, but even when there's not…read morepromotions going on it's so fun to come in and pick out some snacks and drinks and just sample things you don't get to try normally. I love their stationary section, too!! Definitely a place worth exploring!

The is a hidden gem!…read more Even though the parking lot looks busy, when you walk inside, it's not. The produce looks fresh and the shelves were fully stocked.

This is a really cool market to check out. They have a variety of foods down each aisle organized…read moreby different ethnicities. They have an Asian aisle with ramen, spices, yummy snacks, along with different meats and a lot of fruits that I don't see back home in Florida. I was able to buy my favorite for a good price called genup! It was fun going through the different aisles. The place was pretty clean too even with all the different meat selections they had.

Wide variety, excellent customer service. definetly brought friends that are regulars now.read more

I was really looking forward to checking out this new Japanese store in Tysons. The parking is…read morehuge! There are a lot of things to look and see. They have a variety of things, food, drinks, sushi, snacks, cosmetics, toys. There were also SO many small toy vending machines. It was very cool to see so many options. There was also a cafe and restaurant in the back. The cafe was popping and the line was long for their matcha. The restaurant was actually such a LET DOWN. I was expecting authentic Japanese food, but the portions were small and the meals were pricer $15+ and not that special. Beef udon: regular and I could've made it at home Beef rice bowl: their top pick, the beef was not tender, and it was dry. Really simple but not good. Oddly enough, they had the tiniest water cup that you can pour for yourself. It was like 2 gulps. I also tried some drinks. They have an assortment of Moshi brand drinks in a can. They are expensive, but so so good. The strawberry matcha was my FAV. We also tried their milk coffee in a can, it tastes like what you'd expect from coffee in a can.