Out of all the Asian markets I've visited, Marukai Market inside Weller Court is hands down my…read moreabsolute favorite! Every single time I come here I have the best time... although it's also a little dangerous because somehow I ALWAYS end up spending more money than planned lol. They have way too much good stuff here! What I love most is the insane variety they have packed into this market. No matter what you're looking for, chances are they probably have it. From snacks, drinks, candies, bakery items, imported groceries, fresh produce, refrigerated prepared meals, poke bowls, sushi rolls, sashimi, ice cream, household goods, kitchenware, dishes, utensils, skincare, makeup, plushies, blind boxes, stickers, pins, bags, cute decor, and so much more... the list seriously goes on forever. Despite not being a huge store, they make such great use of the space and every aisle is packed with fun finds. One little heads up: they do not allow outside food or drinks inside the store, so make sure to finish those beforehand. Also, it can definitely get busy at times and some aisles are a bit narrow, so it helps to be mindful of others while browsing. I especially love bringing family members here whenever they visit from out of town because they always go crazy over the exotic snacks and unique products. And as someone who is an absolute sucker for cute things, this place is basically heaven for me. I ALWAYS keep an eye out for Sanrio merch and they seriously have SO many adorable options here at pretty decent prices too, especially compared to how expensive Sanrio items can get elsewhere. On top of all that, the atmosphere here is such a vibe. It feels lively, colorful, and fun without being overwhelming, and the workers have always been friendly and respectful during my visits. If you're looking for somewhere cool to shop in Little Tokyo, this is 100% a must-visit spot. You can grab a snack, a drink, a sweet treat, and a cute souvenir all in one stop. Whether you're shopping for groceries or just browsing for fun, this place is an experience all on its own. Do yourself a favor and check it out if you haven't already!

LOVE MARUKAI for always giving back to the community...Childrens' Day and Little Tokyo SPARKLE…read moreclean-up! THANK YOU, MEGAN, for your Assistance!. Great seeing Manager Melissa, as well!! You'll LOVE SHOPPING THERE!!

Zion Market is one of my favorite Korean markets! They have really affordable prices on produce…read more There are always rotating specials at the front of the store. Their marinated galbi short ribs are delicious, their marinade tastes like restaurant quality. There's also a good selection of marinated meats. They also serve hot foods like Korean fried chicken, kimbap, fried rice, and japchae located towards the back of the store. There's also a good selection of banchans, and I love their kimchi. The store is clean and well stocked. The lines for registers tend to move fast. Parking is free for two hours in the structure with validation. Don't forget to download their app to earn points on every purchase for discounts.

I went to Zion Market with my mom on Sunday afternoon, March 15th. I had just come back from going…read moreout and ran into my mom in front of the elevator, and she asked me to go to the market with her. But honestly, this place is absolutely terrible and horrible. Both my mom and I agreed that we will never come back here again. My mom had come to get a refund because one of the pears she bought the day before was completely rotten. The market manager refunded $2 to her credit card, which was fine. The real problem started after that. When my mom was trying to drive out of the parking lot, the gate bar went up after scanning the parking ticket, but then suddenly came crashing down. If my mom hadn't quickly backed up, it could have hit her car. The bigger issue was that after that, the gate bar never went back up again. Cars behind us had to use another exit nearby. My mom, who was very shaken, went to ask the market manager what to do, but she said she didn't know. (At first, I stayed in the car and had to tell the cars behind us to use the other exit because the gate was not working). I was very upset when I heard that, so I went inside and asked the manager for the building management's contact number. She gave me a number, but when I called, the person who answered kept saying she couldn't find the address even after I repeated it more than ten times. Eventually, she told me they no longer manage that building. So I asked her to provide the contact number for the property management that handles the building, and she gave me another number. but it led to an automated system. After selecting the emergency option, a man answered, but even after I clearly spelled out "Zion" multiple times (Z as in Zebra, I as in Ice cream, O as in Oscar, N as in Nancy), he still couldn't understand and then told me that they no longer manage the building and hung up. We arrived at the market around 5 PM and didn't get out until 7 PM. No one helped us at all. After the call, I went back to the market manager again, but she still said she didn't know anything. It made me so angry--how can a manager not even know the property management contact for the building they work in? I also have low blood sugar, so when I get hungry, I start shaking. I ended up buying a piece of bread from the Paris Baguette inside the market. I didn't have cash with me, so I had to pay $3.50 with my card, but thankfully, the staff there was very kind. In the end, my brother had to come all the way from Burbank to get a new parking ticket for us so we could finally get out--after two hours. If he hadn't come, we might have been stuck there even longer or had to abandon the car. Thinking about it now still makes me extremely angry. The customer service is terrible, the building management is a mess, and there was no security at all. I never want to come back to this place. We spent two hours there, from 5 PM to 7 PM, completely wasting our time. Because of this, I couldn't do anything I had planned for the rest of the afternoon and evening. It was an absolute nightmare. My mom was also very upset and couldn't believe a place like this exists. FYI) Every time I come to this market, there is absolutely no cell phone signal., which is another major downside.

Got in, got great service, and got out! I parked in the parking garage and had to take the elevator…read moreup into the grocery store. Didn't have to pay for parking.

***THIS RALPHS ACTUALLY CLOSES AT 11:45PM***…read more They will shut & lock the door in your face at 11:45pm or even earlier! Other than that, and besides them being selective about giving cash back & their entrance/check-out system being like a Disneyland ride line, they're usually decently stocked, have good item prices, and have lots of free underground parking with a couple working elevators.

Perfect neighborhood institution. Best prices on eggs, the produce is all really wonderful and it's…read moreseasonal in a cool way that even if I don't know what I want to make, I can go in and figure out what I will make that week. Hot bar is good and the coffee is great too!!! Also the woman who owns the store (I think?) is...so hot hahaha.

I just discovered LAGC and love it! The food is amazing! We were there for lunch but if I knew…read more what they offered, I would have bought dinner also! Service was helpful and the setting practical also for fresh groceries shopping. They could use more seating, especially if word gets around!

My husband and I purchased these cards 1 week and a half ago but unfortunately our dog tore it up…read moreand this is my childhood game so I was really sad We decided to call and ask if they had anymore left. Luckily they did and I spoke to Johnny, she was super sweet and set aside 10 of them for my husband and I to come pick it up from Vegas! Really thankful to her! Very happy with my purchases! ありがとうございます！

The store itself is cute with decently priced Japanese makeup, skincare care, and some blindboxes…read more Went in there today to find sunscreen but the worker there was rude when we asked her a question. On top of that told us to do her job by stating "Next time, you should tell me you're ready" instead of ringing us up right away. Passive aggressive and needed to make that comment. Again, great shop but would never come back because of the rude workers.

How I love these types of specialty stores. As soon as I walked in I was I love. What a beautiful…read moreand special store. So many imported products that appealed to me. Pastas, oils, jams, crackers, cheese, charcuterie, and more Also beautiful platters, dishes vases from Italy. They carry the silverware from Sabre Paris ... oh how I dream of the day I purchase this set. Anyways .... This place is amazing. You will find a lot of gift items also. I got a few small things an olive oil from Italy, a bag of pasta, crackers and a piece of cheese. I have guests coming for won and cheese night and can't wait to try these items. Customer service was friendly and welcoming. The only problem is parking !!!! I almost left after driving around a few times. Why can't these shops be in a more accessible areas. ... I always wonder

Such a cute little neighborhood Italian shop and absolutely worth it through Too Good To Go app. We…read morepaid about $6 and received roughly $35 worth of salami, prosciutto, and ricotta cheese everything was fresh and really tasty. Just a heads-up: items from the app typically expire within 24-48 hours, which was totally fine for us. As long as you're ready to enjoy a good amount of meat and cheese, you'll be happy. The shop itself is small but charming, and we love supporting local businesses like this. Would definitely do this again!

Quintessential L.A! Take the metro- station is right across the street- or plenty of parking to be…read morehad for $5-$10! I walked around the outdoor mall area on a recent Saturday. There are great little shops out on the surrounding streets too. It is clean and safe. Squid fry-guy has his cart set-up right near the entrance! Love the energy and the ambiance. Great for a second date or for young to teens- they will love it! Also good for taking out of town visitors. Plenty of food options- street or sit-down, snack to full meal. Tons of tea-bakeries-boba options.

Thought this was a decent market to pick up a few items when I was in the area checking out their…read moreSaturday flea market. Similar to other Asian market set ups you'll be able to pick up hot food and other items like sashimi as well as other Japanese snacks and goodies. I also happened to pick up some good protein shakes on sale there as well as noted some other staples that I would find in big chain supermarkets. I found the aisles to be well stocked. Prices everywhere are going up so I wouldn't say this is the cheapest place to shop but for what you get it's not bad, and if you are looking to get a variety of what you need for Asian cooking this is a good spot for it. Service was quick and friendly at the register as this no frills and casual market. There is a parking garage behind the grocery as part of the mall but it can get crowded on weekends so if you're lucky you can find street parking but watch for street signs and some areas and streets are not in the best neighborhoods adjacent so be wary of your surroundings.

Been coming here since I was a teenager. It's been around my whole life. It used to be on Beverly…read more They always have fresh produce at good prices. The meat selection is good, and out fresh in the morning. The kimbap is great, and can't beat the prices. They have a Coffee Bean, a bakery, and another restaurant.

Who remembers when California Marketplace was California Market on Western? They moved years ago in…read moreit's current location and though it is much smaller, it is modern and carries most of your needs. Parking is free (thank goodness) and is located in a small multi-level mini mall. I mainly come here for spices, sauces and seasoning as they are better priced than bigger chain markets. Also worth the grab are their marinated meats, ready to be cooked. The beef bulgogi was so good when grilled over charcoal. They also have all the sides in the refridgerated section such as seaweed salads, kimchi and marinated squid. My most recent "a ha!" moment is finding the Korean fried chicken in the ready-to-eat deli section. Absolutely delicious and affordable! I no longer want to get takeout wings or Korean fried chicken at restaurants when I can get them here.

Love being able to support small businesses without creating more waste. Their prices are…read morecompatible with most local grocery stores around!

Legit in love! I saw this place last month with a friend and was intrigued, we didn't go in. Today…read moreI was doing my monthly Rosie Bunny Bean run, hadn't had my morning kombucha and decided to stop in. I was promptly greeted by Marcy - she's amazing btw! I asked her how things worked and she explained it all. The kefir/kombucha bottles are $4 for 16 oz and they have 3 of each on tap. I asked Marcy about one before realizing everything had a QR code and you can easily pull up the ingredients and descriptions/directions for each item. I'm getting away from plastics and this place scratches me right where I itch! They sell just about anything you can imagine! I was so impressed w the selection! They even have produce and fresh sourdough bread! The day old is 50% off and I'm so mad I was in a pinch and had to buy store bought bread, otherwise I would've tried it today. I can't say enough. Even the music was fire and I was shazaming and jamming. Shower gels, body care, non seed oils, baking mixes, laundry pods and things you see in bulk at like Sprouts, but the quality and sourcing seems to be better. Some items don't need jars and they sell paper bags for .10 each. I did a kombucha/kefir tasting. Marcy brought these steel bowls over. No waste at all! If you drink the POG kefir soda at Erewhon and love it, try it here! It's made w fruit and is noticeably better! And POG there is my fave. Just try it at Re_!!! So when I was checking out I asked Marcy about being more prepared and bringing my own glasses next time. They've thought of everything!!!! There's iPads and scales in the front of the store. They weigh your empty containers and give you a sticker with the tare weight and then subtract it from the weight at the end! Revolutionary! They add 3% for the employees. I should've added more. Marcy was amazing and worth it. I'm honestly not big on tipping everyone for just breathing but if all the employees are like Marcy, they are worth way more than 3%! If you sign up you get 100 points instantly, $1 = 1 pt, and at 200 pts you get $10! It's not hard to spend in places like this but it's beyond worth it. I keep seeing things about the harms of plastic and don't get me started on all the other crap in our food. I foresee this as a new staple in my diet and home. They even have cleaning products! I'm getting my spices here from now on too! I'm a fan and I'll be back! Thank you Marcy and to the owners that had this amazing idea!

Very rude over the phone I called the first time, it went mute with I started talking so I thought…read morehe could have been busy. So I called again the guy with a heavy accent keeps asking in a rude way why are you calling. I asked if they were hiring and he told me I have the wrong number. It's not hard to say no.

Delightful new owners. Very much a neighborhood experience and they have mostly what you might…read moreneed. Added some tasty vegan wares. The produce is organic and good. Great Armenian pastry below the counter. Tasty deli cheeses & olives. I'm veggie so haven't tried any meats. Great imported coffee to go packets next to register. Lots of fresh lavash bread & a delicious oval raised dough bread.