I've been wanting to check this place out. When they first opened, I heard the crowd & lines were…read moreinsane. I brought family that were visiting from out of state & they were amazed at how big & how much stuff they have. It really is an Asian Costco! I found a bunch of stuff to make congee breakfast: chili bamboo, pickled cucumber, wheat gluten with peanuts. Then gonna bunch of snacks! Sooo much snacks & sauces & drinks! They even have fresh veggies, frozen items & a whole aisle of utensils, cookware, kitchen & dining items!

Imagine going to Costco, but it's just filled with your favorite Asian groceries. That's what Resco…read moreis like and it's AMAZING! You could get a membership if you'd like but non-members are also welcome to shop! I plan on coming back here again this weekend. It's worth the drive from the Central Valley to So Cal! I found some awesome deals while shopping. They had three large Korean pears for $3!!! That's such a steal. I was so happy to find my favorite fruit at a great price. Among my groceries, I treated myself to the viral fruit shaped ice cream. I believe it was $7 for a pack of three. I feel like it's a lot more affordable here than places in my hometown that charge more than half of the price for just one. It was tasty and I can definitely see the hype.

Located in the bustling main street of Alhambra, I've unfortunately missed the chance to go here…read moresince until recently, so I'm glad I was able to catch them when they were open. I could have sworn that they used to have more limited hours, but either way, it's a solid European market. Aside from being a market, I think they also do shipping services to Europe too if you have friends or family there. Sizeable market with lots of snacks, sweets, dried goods, some ice cream, frozen food, drinks, alcohol, cooking and baking goods, and much more. You can easily spend a good amount of time perusing the wide variety of food that they have here. Great place to get tinned fish, chocolates, or crackers and cookies or candies if you're trying to find a quick gift. My boyfriend got some alcohol and some canned goods here. I got some caramel vanilla ice cream. Reminded me of the drumstick ice cream, but creamier and less "heavy" tasting if that makes sense. A juxtaposition, I'm sure. Shop had customers come in and out the entire time, but it was never super busy. Worker was on the phone I think with other customers, but was friendly either way. Ambiance was casual, a bit aged, not super fancy, but does the job.

Very cool little store with some very eclectic items. Can't wait to be able to have more time and…read moreexplore it more. The cured meats section was very impressive.

This is the Asian restaurant Costco. You can find a lot of Asian grocery items such as rice,…read morespices, condiments, seafood, meats, vegetables, cooking equipment, dishes and even restaurant supplies such as menu covers, receipts, pens, etc. For example, if you love boba and you want to make it at home yourself, you can get all the fixings here. If you meal prep and you need meal prep containers and are spending more than $1/container, get it here. If you have a big family and you want to buy your items in bulk, come here. It's more like a warehouse so don't expect a Crate & Barrel environment. Some might judge but trust me, it's the same stuff you'll find at other stores but will cost you 2-10x more. Anyway, bottom line is if you don't mind a little dust and want to save money, make a trip here and make sure you have space in your trunk so you can make your trip worthwhile. Don't come here just for a bag of straws. You might as well go to Pavillions. But yes, I'll come back when I need a refill on supplies.

Haven't been here in a really long time. So glad I did!…read more They literally have everything you need - from different rice, noodles and condiments from different countries, frozen meat, frozen seafood, vegetables like bok choy, Chinese eggplant, green beans, morning glory, enoki mushrooms, etc. (Basically, all types of vegetables used for Asian cooking- in BULK.) They even have containers for meal prep- restaurant to go containers, toiletries, etc. All the boba drink necessities you need to make at home or for parties. (Did it for my daughter's birthday - all her friends loved it.) Prices are decent, especially for what you get. Such a fun place to explore if you've never been - and love stocking up with Asian condiments and seasonings- like I did! 9 out of 10 for me, enjoy!

I can't believe I haven't written a review for Tokyo Central yet, though I've stopped by here…read moredozens of times - my go to is their sushi tray options! They have the BEST tasting salmon sushi/sashimi all around, at this price point, even better salmon quality compared to nearby sushi restaurants in my opinion. (Our Japanese native friend also agrees.) Best part is - 20% off after 7 pm!!!! But the trays get snatched up quickly. Too bad I'm not around the area at that time, otherwise I'd make Tokyo Central my weekly run for dinner. Their Kimchi Tako Poke is another regular we get, it's so good. However, recently, the only option I saw was the Shoyu Tako Poke - and I didn't like this version one bit - too hard and the flavor is not to my liking. Will never get it again. The hot food area has quite a decent selection, priced and weight by the pound, self-served. Often around 3-4pm, you may see 20% discounted packaged hot food placed out, whatever that's leftover from the lunch rush hour. Tried it a few times, but felt most of the food is heavily dosed in MSG, so I'd be selective on what I get. They also have sashimi party trays which require pre-order. Great pricing for the quality and convenience. Overall, love their sushi selection, and it's a regular stop for us. As for the market itself, there's not as much to buy, and pricing is on the higher end. However, they have a larger selection of some products that I can't find elsewhere, and sometimes their advertised specials are decently priced.

This Tokyo Central is larger and better thank most of their other locations! Great supplies of all…read morethings Japanese; especially food! My favorite #1: Their eggs have golden yellow yolks, which you won't find in most supermarkets. My favorite #2: their baked teriyaki eels; you can make Eel Rice for the a small family with one package, usually between $25-35 but sometimes on sale for under $20. My favorite #3: their thick sliced bread (厚片土司) - each slice is about twice as thick as ordinary sliced break; very gratifying when they pop out of the toaster! They also have a huge selection of ready-made food from bento boxes to sushi. A great place for busy working people to get easy meal solutions!

I absolutely love it here. I'd honestly go out of my way to drive an hour from East LA to Gardena…read morejust to visit Tokyo Central. They have pretty much everything you could need when it comes to Japanese groceries and products, and a lot of the items are reasonably priced. There's also a hot food bar, which is a huge plus bc my boyfriend and I like to grab a few things to share whenever we visit :p Shopping here is always a fun experience, and the staff are consistently friendly and helpful, which makes it even better. Highly recommend!

I've been coming to Tokyo Central for years, back when it was still Marukai, and honestly the…read morequality and experience have stayed solid the whole time. No matter the name, this is my go-to spot for Japanese groceries and prepared food. The parking situation is actually pretty easy and flexible since it wraps around the entire building, so you can usually find a spot without too much hassle. Inside, the selection is great. You'll find a wide range of authentic Japanese ingredients, snacks, and ready-to-eat meals that actually taste like what you'd get in Japan. One underrated highlight is the sushi restaurant upstairs. It's legit and a great option if you want a sit-down meal after shopping. Overall, this place has been a staple for me, and it's one of those spots worth supporting. If you're looking for authentic Japanese food and groceries in the South Bay, I definitely recommend checking it out.

This is a great grocery store if you are looking for Armenian or other international products. It's…read morefairly small but somehow has a great selection. I would even say one of the best selections I have seen of Armenian products, even compared to stores that are several times its size. Prices are also completely normal and everyone in the store seemed nice. One of my favorite grocery stores in the area. They do not have produce but there is a separate produce store next door.

Glendale, CA We…read moreenjoy visiting this little market for finding unique items you won't find at your typical grocery store. Most items are specialty items, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern or Eastern European. They carry imported chocolates, nuts a huge section of preserves. They have freshly roasted coffee that smells amazing we've never bought it as of yet. Their bread selection is quite nice with all local bakeries making dark Rye bread and other Middle Eastern style breads. The yogurt selection is varied and lovely, they even carry glass jars of Strauss Bulgarian style yogurt and a wide selection of labneh. Fresh feta in deli section also is great as well as unique Middle Eastern and Eastern European meats. We also purchase imported sparkling water, they have a nice refrigerated cooler near the registers, there are several brands we have come to like. From what I remember, there is no produce here, mostly dry, shelf stable and refrigerated goods.

Lots of good snacks we arrive 10 minutes before closing and they still welcomed us in the store!…read moreI appreciate you guys doing that for us , because we rushed over to get some last-minute ice cream for my daughter!

Great Philippino food and great service for an ok price I would recommend them,just make sure u get…read morethere if u can at noon because that's when they pretty much have all the lunch items ready. They have a slew of items, the service is great and you can shop for some extra items as well. Go try and make up your own mind.

A whole in the wall! Didn't even notice this place! Was recommended by a friend for hotpot meat…read more This place sells your hotpot needs. Fishballs and sliced meat! We got a 3lb worth of sliced meat for $30 Owner was very sweet! Parking: plenty of spots located in a plaza

My new go to spot for hot pot meat. The shop has a lot of stuff you need for hot pot at home such…read moreas noodles, sauces, soup base, fish balls, meat balls, fish filet etc but no veggies. In the center of the store are freezers with the frozen goods and the outskirts of the store have dry goods. The moment we walked in the lady greeted us. Ngl I felt pressured to shop quickly bc she stood next to us the whole time we browsed but I think she was standing nearby to translate the signs that were all in Chinese. $30/3 lbs regular beef $22/2lb prime beef $35/3lbs marbling beef $18/1lb beef tongue and black beef tripe $12/1 lb pork belly $10/1lb regular tripe and pork butt(not sure since my Chinese isn't great) There are other cuts but I didn't get them so I'm not sure about the pricing

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!!

EDIT EDIT: Marukai Corporate did me right and more than made up for my missing tea. I really…read moreappreciate it!! And I understand why you're not supposed to bring drinks inside, but hopefully security keeps an eye on them? It's disheartening when you leave something somewhere, and when you return, it's just gone. EDIT: I'm just gonna return everything I bought today. Normally, I love this grocery store, but today they made me leave my iced green tea on a table outside. I was worried somebody might do something to it, but security assured me that wouldn't happen. Of course, when I left, the table my drink was on and my drink itself were both gone. I was in the store for maybe half an hour. As far as I'm concerned, the store owes me one green tea. If anybody from Marukai is reading this, please let me know if/when I can collect that. Thank you.

I love coming here when I need some fresh vegetables like avocados, tomatoes, gingers, and garlics…read more They sell ready-to-eat dipping sauces. Also, they have everything you need for Mexican cuisines and more. Recently I discovered the rice section with multiple choices. The Paella and Pinto rice are both amazing! Clerks are always friendly and helpful. It's a good local gem and neighborhood go-to market.

This market never disappoints when it comes to their hot chili salsa collection. I've been to many…read morebig supermarkets and checked out their chili varieties but they don't come close to the better quality chili bottles they carry here. They also sell Lottery tickets and fresh breads.