Hidden Gem for Seafood Lovers!…read more ​I've been coming here regularly ever since a friend introduced me to their shishamo (smelt). It's a bit of a hidden gem and can be easy to miss--it looks more like a wholesale warehouse than a typical retail shop--but don't let that deter you! What to Expect: * ​The Location: It's tucked away, but there is convenient parking right in front of the entrance. * The Selection: While they are known as The Caviar Store, they offer a fascinating variety of Eastern European/Russian snacks and specialty items. * My Recommendations: * Frozen Shishamo: This is a must-buy. Every single fish is packed with roe and tastes incredible. It's much better quality than what you typically find at standard grocery stores. * ​Smoked Mackerel: I picked this up on my last visit along with the shishamo, and it was delicious. If you're looking for high-quality seafood and unique snacks in Bellevue, this place is definitely worth the visit. It feels like a local secret!

My cousin got some Ossetra caviar for Christmas dinner, he said it was authentic since they were…read morespeaking in Russian. It was very smooth and buttery.

I love this little deli-they have many wonderful things to try in their shop. They have meats,…read morepantry items, candy and more. I have been loving their chocolates recently. I can't resist trying new things. The chocolates you see in this picture are the ones that are labelled in $9.99 bins. The way this works is you... 1. Label a bag with the price per pound. 2. Pick your chocolates with that price tag. 3. Enjoy :)

I was curious, so I decided to go in and check it out. After wandering around for a few minutes and…read morepicking out a few sweets, I heard a man at the counter ordering sandwich. So, naturally after finding out they were a legit deli, I ordered myself a sandwich. And although it was simple, it was absolutely delicious! I'm not one for cold sandwiches, but this was probably one of the best cold sandwiches I've ever had. In fact, I ended up buying some deli meat because I liked how good the pastrami was. The store is cute and they make great use of the limited space. It seems like most of the international Imports are Eastern European (and from what I can tell, mainly Russian). The owners were very helpful and nice, and even showed me to some of the house-made pickled items (of which I bought a small tub of sauerkraut).

Great store to find the essential Mexican products and ingredients that you won't find at the…read moregrocery store. Wide selection of dried peppers which is what I came for and found what I needed. I felt the prices were reasonable. I will definitely come back.

I come here often, but not that much but when I do come here, it's always a good service the owner…read more She is very nice and very helpful. She has a lot of things she has like Mexican candy Mexican chips, seasoning, Mexican soap, bread and other stuff that I love and they are always for an amazing good price and when I do come shop here she always gives me good service when I come here Makes feel like I'm back at home and I will continue to shop over here because the service is always amazing when I come here

Almost every store labeled a "European Deli" is basically a specialty store for Russian food goods…read more This one is not different. If you like Russian packaged foods, you will love this place. I find those foods to be mostly of inferior quality, both in flavor and in how well-made they are. First time in. Good selection. See my previous comment about Russian packaged foods. Add the fact that money is going back to Russia and Putin, and I will not be returning.

European Deli & Produce is a small grocery store that focuses on Eastern and Central European…read moregroceries. They have uniquely sourced items that are from Poland, Ukraine, and neighboring countries, as well as familiar items like house made baklava. When I shop there, I mostly concentrate on their dry goods such as sauces in jars, sweets, and easy to cook foods like frozen perogies (dumplings). Amongst the sweets, the Polish Wawel Mieszanka Krakowska chocolate covered jelly candy is a welcome treat. I enjoy wafer treats, so the Roshen wafers from Ukranine is my choice. I haven't had much luck with their produce; I skip them. (FYI: The business uses the Yelp photos to post the latest produce that has arrived, which is perfectly legitimate. But because they don't delete the previous photos, the Yelp photos suggest they may have a bigger produce section than they actually have at a given time. I was confused the first time I stepped in.) The shop is located in a strip mall with plentiful parking. The space is older, which I honestly don't care as long as it is clean. I don't require much service since I only need to pay and go. For me, this store doesn't serve the deli or the produce function in its name. But I do enjoy exploring their different items and choosing something new-to-me to try. That is good enough.

I was here about 4-5 years ago and remember being turned off by the dilapidated exterior, dingy…read moreinterior lighting and what appear a discount outlet of items that fell off the boat or were shipped to the U.S. in error. That said, after today's visit, I stand corrected. The exterior is run down and the lighting inside is depressing, but the place is clean, the staff is nice and the pricing is competitive. If this place had a robust meat selection, I think they could give Uwajimaya a run. I didn't find everything I was looking for, but the dry spices and vegetables were exactly what I was after. I didn't see cabbage or celery, but the selection was still more diverse than any other store I've visited. My singular knock was the two guys stocking the store. Both were kind and polite, but they also had radios blasting music. I'm sensitive to sound, so it made it hard for me to focus and I'm sure a couple items I was after I missed, because I couldn't stay in the area where they were stocking merch. Bulk spices tend to last, so it may be a minute before I find my way back here. That said, this will be my go to spice store.

Gigantic warehouse of food items slightly off the beaten track in Renton. An "IYKYK" type spot…read more Recommended to check out by a friend who gets some healthcare items here, specifically, pain balm - they have a counter of these items as well as an herbal/apothecary with a dedicated space inside. Worth checking out, especially if you are in need of some lesser known or harder to find ethnic items for cooking. Gigantic selection of South Asian staples, in particular. The size of the selection is honestly astounding. Also some very original, for this area, items such as Afghani bread. Very cool. On the con side, it's a bit ramshackle and untidy or run down in appearance. Very popular, tho.

I'm honestly disappointed to write this review…read more I've been shopping at Goodies for about six months now. They sell dukkah (along with other condiments and seasonings) that are hard for me to find, which saves me the time of making them myself. I've also been buying my lamb from them. On July 3, I purchased two packs of lamb chops. One pack was perfectly fine, but the other was clearly spoiled. I still cooked the good pack, but it wasn't enough for everyone to have. I've been cooking lamb for years--I know how it should smell and how it should look. This meat was off. I called the next day to let them know, and they told me they would replace it. I explained that I live over an hour away, so I wouldn't be able to come back until I was in the area again. They assured me they would still honor the exchange. When I came in today, I was met with so much rudeness that I was honestly shocked. I felt embarrassed by the way I was treated. I had really enjoyed supporting this small business up until this point. Because I was so shaken by the interaction, I didn't even realize until I got home that I had originally purchased a six-pack of lamb chops, but I was only given a four-pack in exchange. When I returned the spoiled meat, the woman behind the counter insisted she would "never sell meat like that." I tried to show her the timestamped photo I had taken of the meat when I purchased it, but she refused to even look at it. At one point she said she "didn't know what my deal was," and then suggested it was somehow my refrigerator's fault before asking, rather dismissively, "Well, what do you want?" I'm a very understanding person. When you're selling raw meat, sometimes things happen. Products can spoil. I wasn't looking for an argument--I simply expected for the issue to be handled professionally and with kindness. Instead, I was treated as though I was trying to cause a problem. I'm sure many people will continue to shop here without issue. However, left feeling like I wasn't afforded the same courtesy or respect that other customers might have received. Maybe I would have been treated differently had I looked different. I can't say that for certain, but I also can't think of another reason I was met with such hostility when I approached the situation politely and respectfully from the very beginning. No customer should leave feeling the way I did. The top pack of lamb pictured was perfect. The bottom pack smelled bad and was greenish in person. As you can see via time stamp - I purchased the lamb on the 3rd and began to cook it on the 4th of July.

I love this place! Great selection of Middle Eastern / Mediterranean food, and their hummus is to…read moredie for. I recommend their zhoug (green sauce) and their baba ghanoush as well. So, so delicious!

I come to this store for authentic, hard-to-find ingredients. Today, it was a particular chorizo,…read moreand bomba rice for paella. The rice selection was incredible, and the owner shared all of the details to help me make the right choice. Typically, find a surprise treat like truffle potato chips, or a prepared soup. Today, it was vermouth tasting! I hadn't ever ventured out beyond the ubiquitous brands. Today I came home with two bottles and a purpose! You can feel their passion for Spain and France. It's infectious.

Saw an instagram reel that said this place had all the fancy French butters. Was hoping to get Le…read moreBordier, but I got bars of Beurre de Baratte, Paysan Breton, and Les Pres Sales while I was able to get pats of d'Isigny. The Baratte is my fave because it's super creamy. Loving all the salts though because of all the salt crystals. They also have things like wines, charcuterie, and sweets. The only thing that keeps my score from being a 5 is because it's small and so there isn't more inventory. But their butter alone is why I know I'll be back!

Nice variety prices were that bad either …read more Looked fresh and if you like fresh Italian authentic things this is a good place for it

DeLaurenti Food & Wine has been in existence since 1946, with the move to its current location at…read morePike Place Market since 1972. Three generations of the DeLaurenti family oversaw it until 2001 when three local Seattleites took over the reins for the past 25 years to date, Pat McCarthy, Matt Snyder, and Nate Plutko. I'm a Washingtonian since 1973 and have enjoyed seeing this at the corner of 1st and Pike. Numerous visits, but my most recent detour was on 2/16/26. I love gawking at the various sundries and specialty items available especially the chocolates, spices, sauces, olive oils, pasta, ad naseum. Just wander along each aisle, you'll understand and be inspired. Also, what an expansive meat and cheese case with knowledgeable staff for your charcuterie needs! Upstairs you can find a decent selection of wine and spirits and an apertivo spot to have a glass and a bite. I was full from my pasta bowl at nearby Pasta Casalinga, but was eyeing the charcuterie cone. Imagine tasty nibbles to snack on while wandering the rest of the market. Back on the main floor towards 1st Avenue, there's a busy espresso bar and where one can get an Italian panini or pizza slices to go. Highly recommended while at Pike Place Market. Buon Appetito!

Amazing selection and the owners are so sweet and helpful, they have awesome customer service, and…read moregreat variety of products.

When cruising north on Seattle's Aurora Avenue, you scoot past an Ivars and an Office Depot. And…read moresomewhere next to a Korean restaurant, your eye catches European Foods. At first glance, you see a nichè European grocery store. But it's not until you enter that you see it's much more. It is a small grocery store, minus the produce. It also has a very Eastern European vibe. At first, you think 'Russian', but in reality, it's Ukrainian. There is a shared regional heritage, but it stops there when you walk a big room, which is actually their dining room serving some yummy regional favorites. Sitting down and looking at the menu, your eyes take in all the choices. Chicken Kyiv, Beef Goulash, and house made mushroom soup. There was also fresh house baked bread to round out the experience. What was most appreciated was that the meal and the service were definitely homemade, and with treated with love! Do you wish a beverage with your meal? Walk back to the store and order a canned soda, or choose from one of variety of wines off the shelf - European vintages, of course. Come a little bit early, as the restaurant closes near 7 pm, but the store is ready to serve you until closing. [As of this writing, July 1, 2024, the war in Ukraine is still waging. There is lots of support for the people of Ukraine in this establishment. Feel free to ask how you can help the people in war-torn Ukraine here!]

Nice to have an Italian import market right down the hill. An abundance of Italian staples like…read morepasta and canned tomatoes, salami, cheese, capers, olives and vinegar. Other fun stuff like licorice, biscotti, and wine. Also some Greek and Spanish imports. Pricey so can't shop here all the time, but a definite comfort/familiar European vibe.

Slipped in this gem just before they closed for the night. We have European stores in Portland but…read morenothing this big. Excellent selection of groceries from Europe. Picked up some organic European flour, pastas I'm dying to try, pasta sauce from Brooklyn, gifts and more. Huge wine and cheese selection. If you're craving something from Europe, they likely have it here. Staff was friendly and attentive. Much bigger inside than you'd expect. We will be returning and can't wait to try our haul of Yums.