The Most Delectable International Grocery in San Francisco

Pang Kee Bargain Market

★★★★☆ 4.1 (38) • $

"Pang Kee Market has candies, cookies, fruit drinks etc. in crates and boxes literally blocking the sidewalk. not as bad as oaktown nor a block over at the produce markets on stockton st. near the ping yuen housing units but it's noticeable.been inside before, they have a vast assortment of bulk candies, dried fruits, etc to choose from.felt fhirsty. saw some fruit type drinksDrink: grab a can of guava juice(.50) paid the guy watching out for shoplifters and went on my way. tasted as good as any bobba drink i could have gotten elsewhere."

Casa Latina Market

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (43) • $

"Casa Thai has the lowest prices in the Mission for produce. The quality is always better than Duc Loi too. The only thing is that they don't always have what you want/need. They switch it up daily with what is best. You can definitely get a few days to up to a week's worth of groceries for under $10 here. Don't let the name of this place fool you either... It's not Thai, at all. It's a big mix of Latin and Asian groceries. The ladies who work here are quick and efficient as hell. I've heard them speak English, Cantonese, AND Spanish - all fluently. Plus they're super nice I haven't bought any meat yet, but the prices seemed fair. I will probably come back for oxtail because those bad boys were huge, meaty, and a good amount of fat on 'em. They have fresh chicharrones at the counter too, but I haven't tried."

25th Irving Supermarket

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (258) • $

"Welcome to the 1960s!It's not just the decor which is dated but it's the 1960s for all sorts of wonderful reasons including lower prices on many items including fresh fruit, rice and canned goods.The store is very clean and the staff is kind. The cashier waited patiently and smiled when my son dashed back out to the vegetable and fruit bins lining the store to grab "double honey oranges" (he wanted to be sure I okayed him buying them.)I only bought a half pound of pork from their meat department but it wasn't adequately trimmed so I had difficulty slicing it for a stir fry - plus they were gruff (thus the loss of one star).Reliable grocery store in Parkside, I recommend."

Casa Lucas Market

★★★★☆ 4.3 (106) • $

"This speaks specifically to one Peruvian item. Due to the current pandemic I've been taking Zoom cooking classes. Different cuisines. The most recent one is a Chifa Peruvian dish. Chifa has Chinese origins in Lima Peru. Ethnic Chinese that immigrated to Peru. When I was in Lima several years ago, the local tour guide said Chinese moms would shout out to their kids to come in to eat. In Cantonese Chifa translates to "eat rice". I needed aji Amarillo chili pepper paste. The cooking class suggested buying it on Amazon. But hey I live in San Francisco where there are many diverse ethnic groups. Sure enough I did a Google. It said Casa Lucas has a good variety of Latin American food products including Peruvian. I took a snapshot of the aji Amarillo chili pepper paste. Went into the grocery store. Showed them my snapshot. Bingo. Got my jar of aji for 50% less than Amazon price."

Suruki Supermarket

★★★★★ 4.5 • $$

"Wow, it was real real busy, should have known better to come on a friday afternoon, mental note don't come on a friday afternoon.Their counter was swamped with orders. Hopefully I ordered enough, lol never enough sashimi.Jimmy and his crew are like a well oiled machine with all that commotion taking orders and getting them out real fast.The sashimi grade was wonderful as usual."

All Fresh Market

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (14)

"When you run out of garlic at home and run low on light soy sauce, where would I go?Yes, this is the answer for me on Sunday Labor Day weekend morning. I typically avoid shopping on Ocean Ave since parking can be challenging. With the gentrification of the neighborhood and the influx of Chinese businesses to cater those who live in the area, the foot traffic and business atmosphere has starkly improved in recent years. Used to be, my only reasons for coming to Ocean were McD's, CVS (now closed), and, back in the day, Church's Fried Chicken (long gone and missed).I found parking about a half a block away a little after 9 am and walked by several businesses that were mostly closed or about to open, restaurants and a hardware store respectively. As I walked in, I noticed the butcher counter to the left and some self-serve refrigerators across with bottled goods on shelves just above them. There is only one aisle to the right and the cashier counter is to the immediate right by the window. In shopping here, do be mindful of your surroundings as they are often restocking the meat counters and fish tanks as well as hauling ice. I found my two shopping items within three minutes and was out of here in about five minutes. A gentleman was buying a couple of live fish, likely for a restaurant as he requested a written receipt for tax reporting purposes.I came here once a few years ago on a holiday to buy something that I needed to cook lunch so it wasn't my first visit. The left gated area (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=x5Zw2VaalFAYeHDrKaAnhg&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q) seems to be their warehouse/storage area. Thank you for saving me a drive to Chinatown or Daly City. In a pinch..."

Casa Guadalupe Supermarket 2

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"After almost 3 months of anxiously waiting for this Latino supermarket to finally open, I finally got the chance to come here earlier this morning to check it out. I was so pleasantly surprised at how clean, spacious and well stocked this place was. The shelves were stocked with all kinds of Latino related products and the fresh meat counter was fairly large. I decided to purchase some snacks here; a couple of Gelatin desserts and a huge loaf of Pan Dulce sweet bread, which were all very delicious.The staff Linda was very friendly and allowed me to take photos of the store for my Yelp Review.I will start coming here more often while on my way to work to buy more snacks and probably some fresh fruit, such as avocadoes or mangoes. I still have fond memories of when this store location was once a Walgreen's. But I am hoping to have new good memories of this new Casa Guadalupe 2."

Burlingame Market

★★★★☆ 3.8 (102) • $$

"I like international markets like this for the variety of things I can't as by find at most stores. They have plenty of produce, spices, tea and more. What I really like is they have frozen pelmeni with different flavors. I had the beef just boil them up, add some butter, sour cream and dill. Delicious! Lots of different things like this plus they make sandwiches and more. It's nice to have a store like this in the area for more variety."

Manila Oriental Market

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (255) • $$

"I came here to today looking for canned baby corn, canned quail eggs & clams. I found the canned corn (middle of the aisle & middle shelf, almost sold out) but for the life of me, I couldn't find the canned quail eggs. I walked a few aisles to find a employee and asked if he knew where or if they have anymore, and he walked with me back to the aisle and pointed to the BOTTOM OF THE SHELF at the first row. Like .. no one is going to see that! But I so appreciated his help! I used their vegetable bags to hold the ladle to scoop my clams and another bag to hold the basket. They usually yell at us to not waste their bags but ... what do you expect me to do? Get my hands wet and dirty?? The guy that helped weighed my clams gave me 2 extra bags so it wouldn't dirty my own shopping. I wish they had a better spot to put ladles and baskets. I notice the few times I've been here this year, their service is better, esp from the male employees. They're more willing to help and find things and even bring items out from the stockroom for you."

Mexicana Produce

★★★★☆ 4.1 (48) • $

"Love this shop for international goods. It's clean. -international spices available-habenero $3.99/lb- plantains $1.29/lb-Package goods like beans-zaatarProduce that is fresh"

Woori Food Market

★★★★☆ 4.4 (183) • $

"Ready made meals section, was lovely!Gimbap, japchae and other set meals were adorned! Their banchan selections and other cold dishes are amicable too. I went gaga over their variety and small bite sized items. Fresh produce and adequate Korean themed groceries are available here.If one is craving for some side items or Korean BBQ supplies, shop here! It'll fulfill the fix."

Hankook Supermarket

★★★★☆ 4.2 (914) • $$

"Whoah! This South Korean grocery store is giant and amazing.I had no idea this place existed. I noticed it while driving by and decided to stop by. There were so many goodies, and they had everything from food to cosmetics to a deli to a bakery to seeds to "ready to go" food and a lot of other things I probably missed. They also had Kpop playing to go with it. I left with a lot of bags. The staff was super clean and friendly too."

T & L Market

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (10) • $

"T & L Market is a smaller market on clement that isn't cluttered with merchandise in the aisles and people cramming around the register.surprised to see such a chinese market anywheres. since it wasn't crowded, i was able to puruse the goods without being blindsided by old grannies or workers pushing their goods around.stocked up on my usual supply of bananaes (.59/lb) to ward off the leg cramps in the evening that comes when i fail to ingest enough potassium."

SF Gourmet Boutique

★★★★★ 4.7 (11) • $$

"Love love love ! I just moved to the neighborhood and stopped in trying to find a new sandwich place and I saw this spot on the corner and it ended up being new too ! The service was amazing, the lady making my sandwich was so sweet. Will absolutely be coming back for a classic good deli sandwich"

Pacific Market

★★★★☆ 3.5 (178) • $

"Quality/Quantity - Huge location! Mainly window shopping and Yelping.Found an interesting beer, but did not buy it. Maybe on my next visit. See picture.But on my way out, I found lightbulbs for only $2 when I just paid $9 at Home Depot!So I bought it!Atmosphere - Again, huge place.Departments include - Fresh produce, live seafood, meat, deli departments, etc.Small mall parking lot, but not a problem today for me.Open 7 days a week from 9am to 8pm; Deli hours differ, see my picture.Service - Good.Price - $2 versus $9 at Home Depot for my light bulbs! Thanks.Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1985 and with your 4 locations."

Andrea's Market

★★★★☆ 3.7 (9) • $$

"This is one of the best places to get your brazilian groceries in the SF/Peninsula! They usually have a better selection of items than other places and are overall way more friendly. They are pricey, but I will gladly pay it knowing that I can 9 times out of 10 get what I'm looking for and that I'll get good service too!"

Korean Superette

★★★★☆ 4.4 (235) • $$

"My friend took me here for dinner after work and it did not disappoint! The food smelled delicious upon entering the location and I loved the fact that you can purchase items in the market section. We arrived at a good time and were able to sit outside (late summer 2024). Within 15 minutes the restaurant was packed and you know that's a good sign!!! I ordered the bulgogi bento box and portion was a good size. My friend got the black soybean with vegetable sauce and udon. She had enough for two meals! Everything was delicious and I will be coming back!"

Indian Market & Liquor

★★★★★ 4.5 (62)

"Need a quick, cheap, and delicious snack on the way home before hopping onto 280 South? Look no further than Indian Grocery & Liquor located on the border of Noe Valley and Bernal Heights (3 blocks from Mitchell's). On my way home yesterday, I noticed the sign for Samosas but was driving too fast to stop. I decided to pop in today to this brand new, family-owned Indian shop to grab some housemade Samosas. The couple's young daughter is super cute and helpful. When I was perusing the aisles, she came over to ask if I needed help. Very sweet of her. The Samosas ($1.50 each) were still warm with a deliciously flaky exterior. The filling of potatoes and peas were very well-spiced with a good kick.I only had milk tea for lunch so I wish I got more than two! I also got a jar of Patak's Hot Mango Chutney that was reasonably priced at $4.50. Not the best comparison because the imported ethnic products on Amazon are inflated but they're selling the same chutney for $9.49. Selection was a bit sparse as the mango chutney seemed to be the only chutney option I found and there was only one jar of the hot one. They're only a week young so I'm sure they're trying to gauge customer demand and may expand their offerings later.They also sell Indian frozen food (naan, paratha, and curry), lentils, spices, pani puri, Haldiram's nuts & snack mixes (the "all-in-one" mix is hella addictive), ghee, yoghurt, and locally made Mithai (Indian sweets).Most importantly, they sell BOOZE because you deserve to romance the bottle after the long day at work! Cc's accepted.P.S. - There's one dedicated 10 minute parking space (green curb) right in front which is very convenient."

Mid East Market

★★★★★ 4.6 (225) • $

"No frills, but the falafel is good. The guy at the counter was a bit rough around the edges when he told me to pay the cashier in the grocery store. So I left the building and entered a different door where a friendly, polite young man took my order and handed me a ticket. The falafel plate included a salad, hummus, and pita bread was a bit pricey but the number of falafel balls made up for it. I ate the rest later. Good takeout place. You can also order baba ganoush that's in the refrigerator"

Casa Guadalupe Supermarket

★★★★☆ 3.7 (24) • $

"Casa Guadalupe is supposedly better than its nearby counterpart down the street, Casa Guadalupe #2. I found the variety, freshness of produce, and prices to be comparable, but I would still definitely recommend Guadalupe if you're looking for a clean grocer nearby.TIPS ON SHOPPING AT MEXICAN GROCERS (Warning: I think I shop smart, but may come off sounding a bit like a homeless person):* Amazing prices: Most Mexican grocers are pretty dirty, Casa Guadalupe is an anomaly. Other than that, the prices and produce are good but nothing special compared to other Mexican Marts.* Where to go: My favorite Mexican grocers in the Mission are 24th St. Bart, 16th St Bart, and around 20th (the foreign grocer). Casa would be part of the rotation if it were closer to me. You will find prices a fraction the cost of Safeway or Lucky, and equal or slightly lower in quality / freshness. You won't get the variety or freshness guarantee of top tier grocers like Whole Foods. * What to buy: You have to be flexible with your grocery list at places like these, often they do not carry what you want or if they do, they might be expensive or poor quality. Citrus fruits, tomatoes, bananas, onions, and sometimes garlic are usually safe items to buy and super cheap. Sometimes you will find great deals on organic kale, lettuce, and apples but these items are the ones who don't make it past the standards of higher end grocers (I assume) and are always slightly defective (but still mostly good!). * What not to buy: I would never buy meat at these places (I've smelled rancid meat wafting from their butchery), and be extra discerning about produce like peaches, berries (not organic), and other fruit (apples are ALWAYS bruised or rotten). You will sometimes find great deals on organic apples or veggies, but look out for rotting areas and bruises which are inevitable."

Casa Lucaz 3

★★★★☆ 4 (57) • $

"I usually make a stop at Mi pueblo super market on the way home from work, So i was thinking why not support a local market instead?Stopped by here last week for some marinated carne asada which was super tasty and had a nice spice to it. Then we added some mexican candy, bag of limes for the beer, fresh cheese, and my favorite...pork rinds or Chicharrónes!!!super cheap, clean, friendly fast. love it"

The Battambang Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (40) • $

"I didn't know about the historical significance of this market until I read about it in the nearby Tenderloin Museum (review: http://bit.ly/2pMwOjA) and how it was and continues to be an essential business for the local Southeast Asian populace who started pouring into the embattled area since the 1970's. You would think the Cambodian proprietors would have expanded their space by now, but no, San Francisco real estate being what it is, the market remains a claustrophobic space where they maximize every square inch with produce and other goods native to that part of the world. You will be on sensory overload.The unique inventory includes jars of pickled eggplant and peppercorns (photo: http://bit.ly/2J1RagV), cans of grass jelly and fruit cocktail (photo: http://bit.ly/2J4epH6), and bunches of plantains (photo: http://bit.ly/2GCdIqm). It's in the deepest part of the 'Loin, so be cautious getting over here, but if you're intent on creating an authentic Thai dinner, I can't think of a market less likely not to have that particular ingredient you desperately need like kaffir lime leaves, fresh galangal, and mangosteens. The staff is also really nice and helpful here, and there's certainly no mistaking this business for the fashion-forward Meraki Market a few blocks away."

Europa Plus

★★★★☆ 3.5 (68) • $$

"This is my favorite market in the city. I enjoy getting my European groceries here. Although there is a language barrier, that doesn't stop the kind assistance you get if you ever need it. The place is small yet packed with tons of pantry staples."

First Korean Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (318) • $

"Very reasonable prices and cozy interior. Easy to find everything you need. The prepared food is what my friends and I came here for. Pretty convenient! They have a great variety of banchan (side dishes) and kimbap! I recommend the beef kimbap.0.7 lbs of kimbap (2 rolls) for $7.99 is not bad. The mackeral is also fried well and delicious. The kimari was decent. Since it was sitting out, it wasn't very crunchy. My only complaint is that there's no utensils for the prepared food! We went to eat our food at a park nearby and ended up having to use our hands for everything."

Richmond New May Wah Supermarket

★★★★☆ 3.6 (511) • $$

"I like this place because it's an easy one-stop shop with a really good selection of Asian, especially Chinese ingredients. All the ingredients for any Chinese meal I make can pretty much be found here. I mean the selection is really vast. And though it's not as large as a chain Asian grocery store like 99 Ranch, it's a still a good size. They definitely utilize every inch of space here, lol.One thing though is as much I like to cook with fresh rice noodles, I typically don't buy them here. They usually seem kind of hard (should be fairly soft if they're sold soon after they're made). The fresh vegetable section is good.Service can be inconsistent, but the owners/managers are helpful.Parking is difficult and no fun, especially on weekends."

Jai Ho Indian Grocery Store

★★★★☆ 4.2 (176) • $

"Calling all Vegetarians Vegans OmnivoresJai Ho is one of my new, favorite grocery stores that allows you to shop small while not sacrificing variety and selection.Eat healthier and more *flavorfully* in 2024 with spices, lentils, legumes and produce you'll use in many Indian dishes- fresh paneer too. They carry many organic and non-GMO items.In October 2023, they expanded into a space next door, doubling their square footage. I can't wait to see what's next.They open and close late- skip the long checkout lines and stop here after work for healthy groceries, ready to go samosas or dessert (perfect for a hostess gift)."

Evergreen Supermarket

★★★★☆ 4 (67) • $

"Evergreen is a unique supermarket wonderland. For quality and hard to find produce items like pre-sliced papaya, starfruit, and rambutans - they've got your covered. In addition to a formidable fruit and veggie section - they also carry shopping staples like bread and milk (yay for gluten-free and almond milk). Though their deli section did have an impressive amount of fresh meats, tamales, and South American pastries - I stuck to their standard produce items.If you're in the area and enjoy perusing grocery stores - as much as I do - I recommend popping in here.Trust."

Ebiko

★★★★★ 4.8 (39) • $$

"fresh fish and fair prices. this grab-and-go is a great addition to the neighborhood. sadly only open M-F. btw i went around noon and some stuff was already dwindling. i got the omakase nigiri (16.99) and spicy salmon roll (9.50). the nigiri pieces were a little smaller than i expected, but it satisfies the craving if you're looking for a quick fix. the scallop and salmon were the standouts for me (and im not a big scallop fan). probably wouldn't get the omakase again, but would get the spicy salmon roll again! either way, no denying the quality. will be back to try other items. they also have japanese drinks and snacks."

Sunset Supermarket

★★★☆☆ 3 (158) • $$

"I'd shopped Sunset Super awhile ago. It's an affordable Asian supermarket where you can buy things that aren't readily available elsewhere or all in one store.Produce offered beautiful Napa cabbage, two kinds of baby bok choy, daikon, seaweed, big bunches of herbs, cooking sauces plus lots of variety in their fresh meat and seafood department. Signage and flooring look like the store hasn't been upgraded in years but the store is very clean and well-stocked. The staff is kind and helped me find items while I shopped and menu planned so I wouldn't have to go out in this bad storm anytime soon.Ambiance feels like the land that time forgot from the 50s and 60s: Some goods were priced to that era like double honey oranges & cocktail grapefruits, not complaining!Sunset Super is a reliable store when on the west side of town. There's a small private parking lot and easy street parking outside."

Besan's International Market

★★★★☆ 3.8 (65) • $

"They sell the most amazing medjool dates. The freshly made food was amazing and the people very friendly. Highly recommend."

Roong Jing Jing

★★★★★ 4.7 (86) • $

"Curry puffs, pad kee mao, khao soi, mango and sticky rice (when mangoes are in season), papaya salad, and so much more can be found on the weekends in this tiny El Cerrito grocery. The shelves groan under the weight of delicious prepared Thai food that's well-priced.Roong Jing Jing has become a Saturday tradition for us. The offerings change frequently according to season (and other factors that I'm not sure of) so every visit has some element of discovery. My daughter loves the rice cakes and looking at all of the brightly colored Thai desserts.I recommend coming with an open mind and arriving early."

OLIVE Specialty Grocery Store

★★★★★ 4.6 (25)

"I was walking around in the area and noticed OLIVE's gleaming front beverage fridge - beckoning me in.I saw that they an Adaptogenic Mushroom Cola - and was excited to try it. I decided to buy a couple of cans - and in the process began to further explore this well curated store.The woman at the front (I believe she may be the owner or one of them) was lovely and so welcoming. The store is clean and well laid out and I delighted in their formidable selection of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, European & locally sourced products. If you're looking to wow someone with a well selected house-warming gift or want to treat yourself - this is your store! Hands-down. I was particularly enamored with their sweets selection - they carry Middle Eastern treats - like Turkish delight, Halva, Kanafeh etc and in the front of their store they have feature an impressive array of incredible chocolates including local favorites like TCHO. The lady helping me - said that they should even be getting in some wonderful Hawaiian chocolates soon too.In their back refrigerated and frozen section - they carry everything from eggplant dip, beef doner, frozen savory and sweet pastries, bulgarian Sheep Cheese, feta spread, and much more. On the right (as you enter) you can find exceptional pasta and pasta sauce options, olives, quality teas, crunchy snacks, caramelized fig preserve, unique seasonings.... the list truly goes on. On the left - you will discover a formidable selection of unique wines and liquors. They carry everything from wines from - Chateau Musar (a Lebanese winery in Ghazir, Lebanon) - to Japanese Sake. Definitely take your time exploring this store. I kept on discovering new products and new delights throughout every inch of this gem. Glorious finds ranging from ground sumac, A'Siciliana's Blood Orange Soda, Georgia's Natural Tart Cherry Juice, incredible fresh sauerkraut (some of the best I've had in years!)- and a wealth of new natural non-alcoholic beverages which truly made me beam. As I was checking out - there was a man with an adorable dog sporting a trendy vest and little booties. The lady helping us both - smiled big - and offered the owner a treat for his dog. She took such genuine enjoyment in seeing the dog enjoy it.I hope this store continues to thrive. I could tell how much care and love was put into selecting what items to sell at this store and how passionate the owner(s) is/are about featuring outstanding and delicious products from all over the globe. Trust."

Genki Crepes & Mini-Mart

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $

"Recently visited this place again, quality hasn't changed since I've visited a while back. Crepes are delicious, and they give a good amount of Toppings. They recently added a touch ordering system which makes it easier if you like to make choices on your own. Still recommend this place."

Super Mira Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (221) • $$

"I have always passed by this market on the bus but never went in...always want to support the local "mom & pop" family businesses. Shame on me for waiting so long...they have a great selection of lunch items made fresh every day. All delicious so many snacks too. I just have to get there when the sweet shop is open too very nice staff too"

Royal Market & Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.1 (196) • $$

"We were adequately greeted.Their food price and variety, customer service and cleanliness were adequate.Prices seemed a tad high.The access here is disabled-friendly.No automatic gratuity was demanded for my attendance here.The bill matched their posted prices. (It's an illegal Deceptive Trade Practice when the bill doesn't match posted prices)No one at this business took my picture without my permission or publicly posted it without my permission.No one at this business offered to commit fraud to reward me or pay me or compensate me for posting 5-star reviews of this business. FTC forbids the use of fake testimonials as are illegal under Section 5 of the FTC Act (15 USC 45 as they are using unfair or deceptive acts or practices in or affecting commerce.A little consideration, a little thought for others, makes all the difference. -- Eeyore The owners of this business like their Freedom so they have a Military and Veterans Discount as a thank you to Veterans with a publicly disclosed daily Veteran Discount which provides resource to ensure Veterans (rare 7% of the population) and GIs (rare one-half of one percent of the population) opportunity to participate in American Dream Veterans and GIs' sacrifices have made possible for 100% of the population. That earned 'em another review star.Their website link on yelp is useless. I google searched and got a facebook page but it was not in a language I know. Those two lost 'em a review star.P.S. Don't message me because in spite of several complaints to yelp, for years now I am unable to open up any messages in yelp to me :-("