I'm genuinely so happy that Austin has a Japanese grocery store like Asahi Import. This was my…read morethird visit, and every time it feels like a little slice of Japan right here in the city. One of my absolute favorites is their onigiri rice balls--I honestly crave them. I stopped by a little after lunchtime, and there was already a sign saying they were finished taking onigiri orders for the day. I was browsing around anyway when one of the ladies kindly asked what I was looking for. I casually mentioned a few onigiri styles, and to my surprise she smiled and said they still had some left and could make them for me. That small gesture completely made my day. The kindness and warmth of the Japanese ladies working there truly stands out. You can feel the care they put into both the food and the customers. I also picked up some Japanese noodles and sweets while I was there, which made for a very delicious and comforting lunch at home. Thank you for the wonderful service and atmosphere. Keep up the great work always. Cheers

I walked into Asahi Imports with ONE GOAL: black sesame soft serve. That was the mission…read more Anything else I bumped into would simply be a bonus. And I didn't know what to expect my first visit. I thought I was going into a mini Japanese version of H Mart or something, but nope. This is very much a Japanese CONVENIENCE STORE with a little extra bonus on the side, so adjust any expectations. SIXTY PERCENT OF THE STORE IS NOODLES. Like WTF...is this a noodle headquarters? It felt unbalanced...like I had walked into the wrong store and wasn't supposed to be there. So many noodles, it scared me. I expected a variety store. Carry on. The layout is also a bit confusing for such a small space. I genuinely wasn't sure what areas were designated for customers and what areas were for employees...at one point wandering way into the back. My bad. They've got a solid selection of imported goods. Slightly pricey, but this is expected since they offer quite a few niche items you can't find everywhere. Still affordable, though. I HAPPILY grabbed some black sesame latte mix to whip up iced lattes at home as well as some black tea flavored soy milk. This is what you come to these stores for! The niche items. Now to the soft serve: Flavor-wise? Good strong black sesame flavor. Texture? Not so great. This was very icy and not creamy at all as I had hoped. The online pics were deceiving. Plus there were clumps in it that should've been blended out. However, it was refreshing and I could MAYBE see myself returning on a hot day for more if I'm close by. They only offer it on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. It's good, but no need to run for this. You can walk. Lol. It scratched the itch but I'm not running back for it. All in all, not an everyday stop, but an "I'll see you when I see you" spot. Know what I mean? 3 stars.

Dia's is a great local market! They have a wide selection of craft beers, wine and nonalcoholic…read morebeverages. They offer home-baked goods and have quite the Rice Krispie selection. The staff is friendly and helpful, making sure that we knew about Thursday night movie night. Tons of local products and the prices are fair. Clean, well-organized. Great place!

They got pretty good sandwiches options and nice curation of products…read more There are two things I wish they would make better: - it smells super strong in there because of the grill and oil smoking. If you walk in even for 3 mins, your clothes will reek of oil and meaty smoky mell. - some of their produce/fresh products are on their way out/at times expired like milk. Its unfortunate because their prices are much higher than a standard grocery store.

Neat little Korean market tucked away just off Lamar. Not large, like H Mart, but very well stocked…read morewith most everything we look for in Korean groceries. They even have a housewares corner towards the back, with a comprehensive stock of useful kitchen items. Spices, oils, ramen, I could go on, but a nice central location for these type groceries. Very friendly staff.

This is my go to spot whenever I'm stocking up on ingredients for mapo tofu, and they consistently…read morehave everything I need in one place. Great selection of Asian pantry staples, sauces, spices, and hard to find items that you don't usually see at regular grocery stores. The store is well stocked and feels authentic, with plenty of options whether you're cooking at home or just exploring new ingredients. Staff are helpful when you can find them, and prices are fair for specialty products. Not the fanciest shopping experience, but if you actually cook and want real ingredients, this place is a solid stop and definitely worth visiting.

Love it Got a lot of information on my trips to Thailand…read more Very interesting! Can't wait to go Bangkok

A very nice elderly gentleman runs the place and you'll find unique oriental items there that are…read morehard to find in Austin. I was able to find real bamboo mats (2'x5') for just $1.75 a piece, an unheard of price! And a cute dolphin wind chime. Perfect for my balcony. Whether the shop is actually open is hit or miss being that he frequently travels to his home country but if you're able to catch it open it's worth a look inside.

Spacious aisles, courteous staff, a great selection of your Whole Foods favorites for just a smidge…read morecheaper, and best of all - it's in my neighborhood! But because there isn't much traffic, many things stay on the shelf for a long period of time. I found out when I purchased "Tony's Chocoloney." Chocolate only gets this chalky color if it's been sitting a while.

I'm just shocked... After shopping hear for 40 plus years' they who took over this little neighbor…read morehood grocery store destroyed the history and quality and the thing that made it possible to do all your shopping in one place....... I talked to the new manager who thought they needed to sell Sponge Bob Socks and stuff like novelty items instead of having fresh made food and items that regulars and folks who used to do all their shopping could buy. When they painted the outside of the building BLACK and changed it to neighborhood friendly to a place you can hardly recognize or enjoy visiting. I'm just really miss the old store when a Retired Airline Pilot and his beautiful wife ran the best little grocery store and bakery attached & where I fell in love with one of the check out girls. Just check out Google Maps to see how things have changed ....... I'm heartbroken.....

One of the best pizza places in Austin, especially for NY style. The single slices are large and…read morealways fresh at lunch time. The Greek salad is delicious and plenty big to share. The staff is always friendly and the service is great. I really love the neighborhood feel of Little Deli, with nice outdoor seating, though I miss the big oak tree. When you're hankering for a good slice, this is the spot.

We use to live in the area and have pretty much ordered the same thing for years. Apparently you…read morecan no longer order the classic pastrami on Kaiser bun. No explanation just no, gave me a sourdough option. Like no, I want it on a Kaiser bun like I've always gotten it. Was actually a suggestion I got off of a facebook post back in 2009 and had been hooked since. I guess it has been right at about a year since I ordered it. Not sure what the issue is or what changed as everything about this place looks exactly the same, but more than disappointed. Literally drove from round rock to get it and took a friend to show her the cute little place that I love. Got the slice of the day and a deviled egg, it was fine just not at all what I went in for. 3 stars because the pizza was fine and it's still a gem but took off two stars for customer customer service. I could literally see the Kaiser buns. I'm so mad I'd love to give 1 star but that's not cool so 3 it is.

Good prices, they do affordable cash in check exchanges. Best beer prices in town. Plenty of…read moreparking spaces. They have a little bit of everything, I especially love their international snacks!

Deli Rating: 3.8/5 [take out]…read more It was around 8 PM and we were just browsing the deli section when we noticed they were making combo bowls and placing them on the $6.99 shelf. We picked one up with pork ribs, roasted pork belly, bok choy, and white rice. It felt like a great deal, and since we hadn't tried the food here before, we figured why not. If you want to choose your meats, you can order directly at the counter. My husband got the 2 BBQ meat combo ($12.99) with roasted pork belly and honey BBQ pork. It came with bok choy and fried rice. The rice was pretty dry, but the meats were all equally good. The roasted pork belly is much better if you air-fry it and dip it in the sauce. The food is definitely on the unhealthy side, so my stomach wasn't too happy afterward, but nothing major. Overall, I still think this is a solid option if you're pressed for time.

My go-to Asian markets are usually MT market or H-mart ...however I was specifically looking to buy…read moreDungeness crab on NYE and I had a feeling 99 Ranch would be the best place to get them and I'm sooo glad I did at $10.99 /lb! The husband and I definitely rang in the New Year with some great seafood! Also inside 99 ranch is BF Bakery where they have a great deal of any 2 pastries and drink for $6.49 which is a steal! I got their ham & cheese pastries and a hot Taro latte which made a great snack on the way back home.

can-eat mussels and fries paired with half-price bottles of wine up to $100. It turns a regular…read moreMonday into a "we absolutely made the right decision" kind of night. The mussels are fresh and flavorful, the broths are so good you'll start using fries as utensils without a second thought, and the fries somehow disappear faster than the wine is poured. This is peak ladies dinner energy--relaxed, a little indulgent, and just chaotic enough where everyone swears they're "only having one glass" and nobody believes it. The conversation gets louder, the laughs get easier, and the vibes only get better as the night goes on. The staff is genuinely delightful--warm, attentive, and effortlessly on top of everything while making the whole experience feel easy and welcoming. By the end of it, the Monday blues are completely wiped away. And don't forget to take home some freshly made croissants, cookies, and pastries for tomorrow-you to appreciate. Epicerie is the kind of spot that turns Monday into a weekly tradition. Brilliant dining

The apple miso cruller is AMAZING! I only picked up the…read morepastry but it's also a really cute sit down place for brunch. The barista was sweet and gave good recommendations. Can't wait to go back to try another pastry!