There are a number of similar names for this small, but mighty, establishment floating around on…read morethe internet: Ninth Avenue International Foods, Ninth Avenue International Market, International Grocery & International Food, Ninth Avenue International Grocery, or just what's written on the sign: International Grocery. Whatever the actual name, it seems that this Mediterranean specialty store has been open since 1947, run first by the Smitsis Family, and then the Karamouzis (including brothers Sotiris, Dinos, and Panayiotis). The Karamouzis moved it a few doors north to its present location in 1983. The neighborhood around the store has evolved a great deal over the years, but inside, old world charm persists. Everywhere you look there are bulk bins, barrels, and sacks brimming with: - Spices: all the staples needed for Mediterranean, Indian and North African cuisines, including za'atar, dried tamarind, cloves, allspice, rock salt, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, red pepper, black mustard seed, etc... - Dried fruits: pineapple, apricots, raisins, figs, diced orange peel, dates, etc... - Dried nuts: cashews, macadamias, almonds in every form, walnuts, pistachios, etc.. - Grains, beans, lentils, and flours - Coffee I love that International Grocery has stuck with bins and barrels for all these years. Bulk bins were the norm when the store first opened and are so much more environmentally friendly than the ubiquitous single use plastic packaging we see nowadays. Environmentally conscious folks are increasingly coming around to appreciate bulk bins and I wouldn't be surprised if they became the hot "new" trend in coming years. If you stick with something for long enough, it comes back into fashion, right? The wonders don't end with all those glorious bins, however. Far from it. Improbably, all of the following (and more) also neatly fit into a store the size of a suburbanite's two-car garage: - Olives -- about 10-15 kinds by my last count, but I've seen even more varieties at times. I love my crisp, green Castelvetranos and black Kalamatas; the Progeny loves her pimento-stuffed Manzanillas. - Antipasti (mushrooms, artichokes, giardiniera, gigantes plaki) and preserved lemon peel - Feta (Bulgarian, Greek) and other cheeses - Tzatziki and other spreads - A variety of fresh and packaged pastries (baklava, kourabiedes, koulourakia) and halvas - Olive oils, pomegranate molasses, carob molasses - Pita breads and pasta - Rose water - Amardeen (an apricot leather used to make a Syrian drink of the same name) Prices are quite fair and the owners + staff are kind, generous, gentle and gracious. When my 10-year old privately expressed interest in the orange peel to me, one of the owners overheard and offered her some to try. They didn't look at all askance when she delightedly opened various bins to sniff the beautiful aromas within. (I did teach her to waft the smells to her nose by hand a la chemistry lab, instead of sticking her head into each bin.) As much as I detest the areas around Port Authority -- it's one of the dirtiest, smelliest parts of NYC -- I do go out of my way for International Grocery and will for as long as we're both around.

Absolutely love this place! First found it when looking for some spices I'd never heard of before…read morefor a Palestinian dessert. International Grocery had these and many other spices, grains, nuts, flours, everything you can think of, from multiple cuisines from many cultures around the Mediterranean. They also have fresh halvah, and delicious spanakopita, freshly made! I got into the habit of buying several generous servings-- one for now, several for my freezer. What a great find!

Tashkent has become a place we visit every time we are in New York. The variety of food there is…read morecrazy, and the quality and freshness are some of the best I have seen in supermarkets. The efficiency of the staff is amazing too. You see those lines for the cashiers and think you are going to be there forever, but it really only takes a couple of minutes. Try their croissants. I do not want to give them any ideas about pricing lol, but you would literally expect them to cost three times as much. I promise you! The second thing you try is syrniki with nutella! Also, the shawarma there is an 8.4 out of 10. Highly recommend. This is actually my second highest score for shawarma in the US, by the way..

This supermarket is a very busy, neighborhood gem! It's 100 % Halal…read more What I appreciate the most about TashKent is they sell hard to find imports from the Balkans, Russia, and Eastern European regional items. I primarily love the kefirs, kombucha's, and specialty bakery. The hot bar buffet is insane! Filled with every kind of food with over 200 items. They even had morkovcha (carrot kimchi), various dumplings, and I they have hand carved shawarma for those that like meat. The prices are fair, typical to any other grocery store location in Manhattan. The service is great. It is one of my favorite specialty markets. Tip: The store gets very crowded during peak times, especially after work hours.

Super fun little international grocery store that just opened up a location on the UWS! They have…read moreall of the faves such as pocky, different Oreo and Lay's chip flavors, and so much more! We got their ice cream cones and I want to go back for their fruit sandwiches. Fast convenience, so really quick grab & go service.

Pretty large store with lots of option for Asian cuisine and products. Very clean space, but the…read moreprices are astronomical. It was nice to take a look around, bought a few items I've never tried before. Also loved their photo booth which I used. Check out was fast and pleasant. They also have a Korean mini store with beauty products in the front of the store. That was cool.

I'm going to give this supermarket a three because of prices. Now from the moment I walked into the…read morestore, I was overwhelmed because of it being the kind of market it was. I was quite happy to see some items I was familiar with but because I'm not Asian, I would think that that it would be some one around to help answer some questions, maybe guide some one twas the many options of a particular item they have. Example, I went looking for a certain kind of vinegar to have with my soup dumplings, found the section but no one was around to help me figure out which one to choose from all the options they had. I mean they had many customers going in there knowing exactly what they wanted and what to look for, but for someone like me, I just wished they had more staff working or around to help customers as myself. Overall I do like the market because they not only have food for preparation, but they also had hot cooked food, a fresh seafood/fish area, and kitchen appliances along with household items. The prices are also quite high for some basic products, that you could find cheaper elsewhere. Im gonna yes for another visit but I just can't give any thumbs up or down. I can say Happy Yelping!

As a Muslim myself, I can absolutely tell you that this is not the correct way of delivering Halal…read moremeat this goes against the rules. There is no temperature control and as well as no sort of protection wrapping of the meats. Real Halal food is not delivered this way. Please stay away before you get sick.

Unsanitary, unprotected, unsealed, non refrigerated meat delivered to this establishment.read more

came after a mahjong game night for their midnight sushi discount. we got there shortly after 10pm…read more+ while most of the selection was gone, there were still some desirable choices left. since this was my first time here, idk what their normal variety is. still some premium boxes like nigiri, sashimi and mostly sushi rolls, bentos, and onigiri. I think in the mix of things, they did overcharge me/didn't apply the discount to one or more of my items, so pay attention when you're checking out. handroll, pay attention to what you're grabbing. it gets mixed up + beware it's difficult to open.

As I was walking on 5th ave I saw a sign that said something like 20 or 30% of any prepared food…read moreafter 8/9pm. So I gave a shot and walked in and found a supermarket with a section that had this promotion. Here is the thing, apparently after 10pm the promotion goes up to 50% of any prepared food, one of the best deals in the city honestly. I got these 2 (spicy tuna, and Shumai) for like 8$. Were they amazing and unique?? No. Were they bad?? No. But one thing for sure is I enjoyed eating them with that price while filling my craving. So I will definitely go back there and try more, right before a night out in Ktown. By the way they do have a small seating area downstairs where you can eat peacefully.

Always great customer service, and we always find what we need. Prices are good and always able to…read morebuy our European snacks! They have different types of frozen Burek. Granted fresh ones always taste way better but this is the second best thing when you get that crave.

I worked at Euromarket in Astoria, Queens, New York for 8 full days. The owner, Panayiotis Menikou,…read moretold me to bring two forms of ID and said we would complete the paperwork later. After I left for personal reasons, he initially avoided paying me -- not answering calls and not showing up to work when I came by. I eventually went to the store late one night to speak with him in person. After arguing for about 20 minutes, he only paid me half of what he owed me. During my time there, I also witnessed serious food safety issues. The store was selling expired products -- including pantry items and drinks -- and instead of discarding them, employees were instructed to erase expiration dates using rubbing alcohol. Several customers even complained about expired items while I was there. Please be aware of these practices before supporting this business.

Let me preface this by saying my non-Yelp kid had already visited Manahel months before I ever…read morestepped foot in here. She splurged on a few honeys and had nothing but good things to say. So one Saturday afternoon, I finally stopped by with my mom. The space itself is airy, with like floor-to-ceiling windows that let in beautiful natural sunlight. The sun hits these whimsical, almost 18k-gold-looking sculptures on their shelves, giving the shop an elevated feel. The shop is small- but it's the kind of place where you want to slow down and really look around. Manahel offers a nice variety of Yemeni honeys, each with its own benefits. I ended up choosing a ginger honey and another infused with lemon, while my mom went with the ginger for herself too. In addition to honey, they also carry oils for hair and skin, which was a nice bonus and made the shop feel more holistic instead of it being one-note. Let's talk price- it's definitely on the steeper side. The smallest jars I purchased were about $30 each. For me, it felt like it was for the greater good- especially since I teach and my students are always sick. It was quality, intention and something I'm actually using for my health and wellness. There are still a few other items I have my eyes on. Honestly, Manahel feels like a 3-in-1 spot where beauty, their tradition and wellness come together- and that to me, makes it worth to return.

Beautiful store, the owner is so welcoming & friendly. Their honey is phenomenal & healing. I'll…read moredefinitely be going back! Happy Yelping!

La Marqueta is a lovely food court with small shops that sell a variety of items, from Puerto…read moreRican-inspired paintings to a custom T-shirt print shop to a bookshop offering Latinx-inspired stationery, stickers, and a charm bar, along with a variety of books. It's a lovely, quaint spot, which, I imagine, gets a bit busier during the summer, especially during community events. When I visited on a weekday afternoon, it was very empty. There are also a variety of food stalls to choose from. I ordered jerk mac & cheese from Black Eyed Peas NYC. I also ordered a couple of pastries from Mama T. I enjoyed their matcha white chocolate cookie and ube cookies. I loved that Mama T offered a variety of Asian comfort foods with clear inspirations from Filipino & Japanese treats. I hope to see La Marqueta grow! I should go back for their community event nights. :)

BOTTOM LINE: Tipsy scoop's ice cream making class was Fun…read moreTIP/S: Pulsd (the app) has a discount code that reduces the $79 pricetag ...WHO: party of 2 WHY: belated birthday celebration for Dougie WHAT: (Deets) 2 hours (real time 1.75 hours) of tasting, pouring, mixing, scooping and licking My classmates were kind to accommodate the rollator and give us the end spaces. Light Snacks were also provided along with unlimited sweet toppings. We concocted our spirits-filled potions and set them to freeze. We even got to taste the mixtures fresh out of the mixer as we filled our containers...yum. My favorites were the mango margarita, the hazelnut coffee, and the maple bourbon bacon...because bacon. WHEN: 10/4/19 6p WHERE: La Marqueta (sign up for the class for more specific location) HOW: public transportation. Parking is near impossible, bus trains to 116th then walk over to 113th. BATHROOM: 1 stall, gender neutral WIFI: did not use DRESS CODE: as you like SERVICE: Our instructor Abby was comedian and knowledgeable. Her support Skye was accommodating, friendly and wore a smile for our time together. Thank you both for elevating the experience.

** This review is specifically for the Fujiissa Cafe stand inside Hashi Market. **…read more During our mid-afternoon break, my friend and I walked over to Hashi Market to see if there were any snacks we can grab to munch on. Their fridge was stocked with different to-go sushi options and pre-made rice bowls. Sadly, I wasn't hungry enough for a whole meal, but I did notice the matcha stand right at the entrance. I told my friend I would just "take a look," but somehow ended up walking out with a drink. MATCHA COCO - 8.80 I watched the barista dump in slabs of ice cubes, maybe 3/4 of a bottle of Vita Coco coconut water, and pre-made matcha foam from a plastic container. I was completely flabbergasted at the price of the drink for such a basic preparation, and I prepared myself to hate it. Despite being incredibly overpriced, I couldn't deny how refreshing it was. The coconut water wasn't too sweet, and its smooth, light flavor paired well with the airy matcha foam. I didn't hate it. I wanted to, but I couldn't. At this price point, I can't say I'd go out of my way for the Matcha Coco despite how delicious it was. If I ever come back to this Hashi Market location, I'll probably spend my money on the prepared foods instead.

Fresh Sushi sashimi Can eat in though lends itself to take…read moreout. Also a smoothy tea bar- interesting. Set up is a supermarket. Lots of product. I have not figured out their points rewards system but do register for it. Very cordial staff.