Whole spices. Hot food. Snacks. Frozen and shelf stable items from South Asia and the middle east…read more What else you need? This spot has been a godsend for finding all the spices I need to keep my home kitchen stocked. For reference, here's just a small slice of what I regularly pick up from International Foods and Spices because I cook way too much pho, jerk chicken, lemongrass beef, and al pastor: Allspice Clove Cumin Annatto/Achiote Cinnamon (both cassia and regular) Coriander Various peppercorns Anise Star Anise Bay leaf Garam masala whole spice mix (and preground) Fenugreek (methi) Dried peppers Kashmiri chili powder ... and much much more! That's not even counting the staples like tahini, ghee, and various nuts, grains, dried beans, and other things. The only thing I'd say I wish they had more of was a better fresh herb selection. One quarter to half of the flavor in my cooking comes from fresh herbs, and if they had thai basil, mint, and other things like that regularly, it'd truly be a one stop shop for flavor. If you make flavorful food, International Food and Spices has got your back. And pick up a samosa and some saag while you're at it.

I love their selection and prices, both for staples and spices as well as prepared and easy prep…read morefoods. I go make the trip to West Philly about once a month to stock up.

Rare food items for Southeast Asian cooking!…read more This market is one of my favorites in Philadelphia. It's not as large as the Sino-Vietnamese markets on Washington Ave, but it has some very specialized inventory for mainland Southeast Asia cooking (Thai/Lao/Cambodian/Vietnamese). I've been going there for about 5 years, and it's a regular stop on grocery shopping trips. If you've ever traveled to mainland Southeast Asia, you'll know that fresh herbs are very important in making or breaking a dish. Seng Hong's well-stocked herb selection in the refrigerator is a particular strength. At any given time they have around 10 different herbs available. The freezer section is exotic. Lots of interesting new imports from Thailand there, including "sour fish" and lightly fermented gouramy . There are frozen yanang leaves and frozen sour flesh of the krasang fruit for making funky Cambodian dips. They now sell Isaan sausages (Northeastern Thai sour pork sausages), alongside Chinese and Cambodian sausages. This is where we usually get our green papayas and ingredients for papaya salads, and there are new product lines of jarred dips and sauces in a pretty steady stream from Thailand. They also have a pretty good selection of Southeast Asian cooking implements (rice steamers, mortars and pestles). The staff are very helpful. One clerk speaks Thai and Lao in addition to Khmer, and the owner's English is good.

This place is essential for those in N. Philly and northern suburbs who cook Thai, Lao, & Khmer…read morefood, since they have ingredients and tools that one simply cannot find at the big Chinese/Vietnamese supermarkets (Hong Kong mkt, Ben, etc). Example: after looking for 20 years for a kanom-croke pan, (and eyeing them longingly on Amazon but never pulling the trigger), bought one off the shelf there. Also found a sticky rice basket after ours finally gave out. If you are lacking an essential but elusive ingredient (like, say, keffir lime leaves) and can't find it anywhere, chances are that Seng Hong has it. They pack a LOT of stuff into that space of theirs. A Mainstay.

Great little shop and the nicest owners! It's really convenient when you're walking around the…read morecenter of the city or between neighborhoods like Chinatown and center city. Love grabbing a cold drink on a warm day or stopping by on my way home from work. The owner is really sweet and open to feedback about items to order too! Love love love this spot. It's bigger on the inside than you think, very clean, and organized!

Fortune Market is super convenient, right across from my apartment! The service is excellent, and…read morethey stock everything I need except tobacco and alcohol. Highly recommend this store!

I really enjoyed visiting S.mart! You can't go wrong with anything you buy here…read more I spent less than $20 and got a decent amount of stuff: Black Truffle Velvet Mashed Potato Pringles Ritz Crackers with Chocolate Matcha Chocolates Watermelon Konjac jelly pack Japanese Oreos Gift Box (not pictured) So far, I've had the Oreos, Matcha Chocolate and the Pringles. All were pretty solid! The Pringles remind me of something other than mashed potatoes but I can't put my finger on it. The Oreos are all different flavors and are slightly thinner than the Oreos sold here in the US. The flavor I tried was White Peach and Crystal Grape. Interesting combination to mix with chocolate but it was actually tasty. The matcha chocolate doesn't taste like chocolate. The matcha flavor is very strong and it tastes like you're biting into a block of matcha but with the consistency of chocolate. I wasn't helped by anyone besides the cashier so I can't speak too much on the staff but overall I was able to navigate the store without any questions. The store is a little tight especially when you're sharing the aisles with other people. My understanding is that the S.mart directly next door is owned by the same family and is a store specializing in skincare. They share the same name but sell different items. Great selection of international treats and a nice place for gifts, too!

Small shop packed with an amazing selection of imported foods, drinks, and collectables, and great…read moreprices (far better than ordering online from A-z). Accepts SNAP. Always polite when I've shopped here.

This is a nice Asian market in Chinatown that has all kinds of Asian fruits and vegetables. We…read moreloaded up on longans, grape plums, and a few durians. Grape plums were something new to me, and I became addicted to them rather quickly. They taste just as their name depicts, a hybrid between a black grape and a red plum. The skin is thick and tart, just like a plum, while the inside resembles a black grape in taste while the texture is a bit chewy like the grapes used to make wine. I ate these almost every day while I was in town!

Prices are the lowest in this store among the other stores in the street. The OdOR is sooo scarry…read morestink. But for the low prices of seafood, veggies, junk foods, chips, meat and condiments on the second floor....that one can ignore the Foul Fishy Ocean smell. I think there is nothing they can about it. Busy and crowded. Wear your bad shoes 'coz the odor will follow you home.

Yummy and cheap food with lots of options. Neighborhood staple!! I wish they were open later for…read moremidnight munchies lol.

They are so very nice and the food is good. I can only get the fries because I'm vegan but they're…read morevery good. I have friends who've ordered other thing and it is good food. Lovely corner store.

If you can get past the fish smell when you walk in, this place is incredible. It has every kind of…read moreasian food you can imagine - from snacks, to noodles, to tofu, mochi, and everything in between! It's the best asian market in the city.

Best of the best. Lowest price complete grocery. A must stop. Parking lot available for free. For…read moreall your Asian/ oriental food items this is the place to buy and stock up.

Yalla. I am just so thrilled beyond words. Bring your patience. It was busy on this Friday night…read more I came for dessert and a little shopping , it's a souk after all! I looked all around the market. So many containers of spices. I love za'atar and there were 3 different kinds. I got some of the Palestinian za'atar. They had a variety of tea leaves! Very exciting. Dried fruits. Lovely olive oil. I got the fresh pita and zataar lebna balls. I picked up some mamoul cookies for my aunt and my bff got a scoop of pistachio ice cream. Creamy heaven. I enjoyed the selection of goods. The staff was very wonderful. The music was relaxing... I feel like I'm on holiday. Nice customers having a seat in the cafe part of the souk. Enjoying coffee and crepes and Dubai chocolate snacks. Thankful to all the hardworking people who provided all the nice things for me to shop for. Hard working employees making us feel so welcome and cared for. Grateful to the nice neighbors here who are precious and kind. I look forward to coming back. I'm so happy with my purchases.

Very unique and quaint place with the most delicious, delectable, treats you can imagine. A little…read moresomething for everyone. Amazing items a lot of bulk, spices, teas, and food treats. The best Dubai chocolate we have ever tasted. The service was fine.