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Sonoras Prime Meat

Sonoras Prime Meat

★★★★☆ 4.4 (100) • $$

Lucas F. "Sonoras Prime Meat has a lot going for it, but there were a few things that kept it from being a full four-star experience for me.The good: The pastor burrito had great flavor, and the portion size was definitely above average. The ambiance is fun and feels very authentic, which adds to the experience. The service was kind and welcoming, and you can tell they use good-quality meat and fresh ingredients.The not-so-good: The breakfast burrito was a bit underwhelming--it could've used some pico or salsa to give it more flavor. Also, the food was more warm/room temp than hot, which took away from the experience. Finally, the prices felt a little high for what you get.Overall, it's a solid spot, especially for the pastor, but it lands closer to 3.5 stars than a full 4. I'd come back, but with slightly adjusted expectations."

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Middle East Market

Middle East Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (30) • $

Amy W. "Middle East Market features friendly and helpful staff as well as a good selection of imported products that you won't be able to find at big-box stores. Some highlights included what looked to be homemade baklava, handmade olive oil soap, spices sold in bulk, and tasty-looking frozen Middle Eastern meals. The best product, in my opinion, is their locally made hummus from a restaurant a few miles away. It is absolutely ambrosial. One taste and I vowed never to go back to store-bought hummus (Sabra, store brand, etc). It's hard to find words to describe exactly how this hummus tasted...in fact, you should try it for yourself! Definitely check this place out if you're a fan of ethnic markets and amazing hummus!"

Mi Pueblo Market

Mi Pueblo Market

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (32) • $

Roger G. "This is a great example of a neighborhood tienda. They have a huge selection of both American and Latino products. There is produce and all the other necessities you may be looking for.The lunch counter up front is one of my favorite places for Latino food. They sell about 13 different types of pupusas, many of which are vegetarian. They are made fresh. Also get all your favorites from tortas to carnitas by the pound. The parking here can be a little tricky in the front, but there is a lot in the back that I don't think a lot of people know about."

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Recent Reviews for International Grocery Restaurants

Chris B.

★★★★★

Oct 12, 2024


Best fish tacos around. Hands down. Love all the condiments they make available too. Service is friendly and fast.

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Ethan M.

★★★★☆

Sep 2, 2019


This place has a pretty good selection. Lots of cookies, other baked goods and baking ingredients. Not a lot of meat, which I was pleased to see, but there were a lot of dairy products. The falafels looked quite appetizing, and I bought a large container of hummus for $5. The interior looked a little disheveled though if I'm being honest.

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Eva T.

★★★★☆

Nov 19, 2020


It is interesting to read reviews for a place like this, and how cultural backgorunds affect those reviews. I will agree in a few things: This store is not pretty. It feels croweded, you can't walk the aisles with a cart (that is why I use a basket). Employees speak more Spanish than English (they are not rude, like some people say). One more thing, the prices on national brand grocery items tend to be high, and they sell small packages. Parking lot is nuts. These are all the reasons why they don't get five stars.Now, let's get to the good stuff. I am from South America, and have lived here for 25+ years. This is one of the few stores where you will find imported products beyond Mexican products. Due to the size of the Mexican community, Mexican brands are quite available everywhere. But Peruvian, Central American, Venezuelan, Puerto Rican, Colombian foods, not so much. To my fellow suramericanos, here is where I get the passion fruit pulp, the banana leaves for my tamales / hallacas, the Peruvian rocoto and choclo, aji amarillo and blue corn. Also the Venezuelan harina pan, crema, cheese, cocossetes and torontos. I am sure every other country finds something that means a lot to them. One more thing: When you see produce on ethnic stores, it might not be as beautiful and shinny as in the regular chain supermarkets. It might be a bit bruised, but it is very delicious and sweet, as I think they understand the process of ripening much better. Example: Decent papayas and platanos machos (for frying) that you won't find anywhere else. Ah, and lots of herbs: epazote, culantro, hierba buena, etc. And because we use a lot of produce, their produce prices are very reasonable and they have it in abundance (a huge bin of jalapenos and poblanos vs. a tiny tray at other places). The meat, again, is a cultural thing. The cuts are different (same animal, cut and presented in a way that is familiar to us, and with the names in English and Spanish so you know what you are getting). So, if you are in the search for these specific gems, you can come to this store. For all other stuff, I go to wholesale clubs and save some $$$. If you are not a Latino immigrant, but want to get inmersed in the culture, this place is like a field trip to a Latino little store abroad.

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Kunegunda Z.

★★★★☆

Jun 1, 2018


I'm polish ...In Solomon's store I could find nice variety of great Polish, Russian, Jewish, German and more products!From: frozen pierogis, sausages, breads, half sour pickles, candies, tea ...They have farmer -cheese so I can make pierogis from scratch...

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Nate N.

★★★★☆

May 14, 2018


Great place to get some real Halal food, small restaurant in the back. Ask for Mr. Larbi he's the man, although the last time I went they didn't have schwarma but I did have a kofta plate. They're quite busy this month getting ready for Ramadan so it's understandable. The owner and his wife were very kind and gave great service.

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Solomons Grocery & Deli

Solomons Grocery & Deli

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (18) • $$

Mark T. "The folks at Solomon's Grocery and European Deli want you to come up and see them sometime. No, really! And you don't have to peel grapes for them either. The Bukharian (no, not Bulgarian - you're thinking of East Europe Market off of Colorado Boulevard) owners of this spacious shop (in a Havana strip mall prominently anchored by a bingo hall) are here to confound and astound you with their merchandise. Dark rye breads, rich with flavor! Stunning Russian sodas (I like the medicinal-tasting cola called Baikal and the tarragon-flavored Tarkhun, although the clerk I spoke to told me she's not a big fan of that last one). Elegant salads (maybe a potatoey Olivie or beety Vinegret is calling out to you?) You will find savories and sweets from the whole swath of Eastern Europe, and further afield, beckoning you. And then, just when you thought it couldn't get any better, you can pop a few doors down and treat yourself to an Ethiopian nosh at Nile (see my previous review)! Really, how can you say "no"?"

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Gulzar Halal Market

Gulzar Halal Market

★★★★☆ 4.4 (8)

Hayat C. "This place is absolutely wonderful! I can do all my shopping here for my Mediterranean cooking. And then afterwards get a delicious lamb shank for under 10 bucks with rice infused with delicious rose water and a salad and hummus you can't beat that they are awesome.Most inexpensive place around. And they have a variety of beverages that are extremely tasty this place is just absolutely wonderful I can't say much more cuz it's just all five stars."