Great variety of Asian food! They had everything to make kimchi and more! The customer service was…read morealso very friendly and helpful.

Maybe I'm a little spoiled coming from California where Asian grocery stores are everywhere and…read morepacked with options, but I've been trying to find good local spots since moving to Lacey. Arirang is one of the smaller Asian markets in the area, so I decided to stop by while looking for pork belly and a specific ingredient--shrimp paste. I was hoping to find fresh pork belly since I'm used to my previous markets having a small butcher or deli section, but the only option here was frozen. It still worked out fine, but I did have to defrost it for a couple of hours before I could cook with it, which wasn't ideal when I was hoping to make lunch right away. One thing I did appreciate was their selection of Korean sides. I was pleasantly surprised to find seasoned black beans, which I really enjoy and don't always see at some markets. Their snack section was okay as well, though the overall selection felt pretty limited--understandable given the size of the store. I thought I might have missed the shrimp paste somewhere in the aisles, but when I asked the cashier, she let me know they were currently out of stock. That was a bit disappointing since I came in with a short list of ingredients and still couldn't find what I needed, so I ended up going to a Vietnamese market down the street afterward. The shop itself is pretty small, and the entrance to the parking lot feels a bit tight but there's a fair amount of spaces to park. I do like that this store is very close to where I live in Lacey, so it's convenient when I just need to stop by quickly. Overall, it's an okay neighborhood market and I might come back here for convenience, but I'm not sure it'll become my go-to spot for bigger Asian grocery shopping trips.

this is a new grocery, they have such an amazing selection…read moreof foods here, with the best selection of frozen indian /nepalese foods i have ever seen, great spices and ingredients for cooking at home, and options for both meat and vegetarian lovers, spiritual supplies, a small bakery with fresh cakes/ sweets. they will have a restaurant soon- can't wait! the person working here was very kind and friendly. i felt comfortable here and at home shopping for great things to cook, and want to come back soon.

The man working up front stands there stuffing his mouth and watching soccer while blatantly being…read morerude and ignoring people trying to ask simple questions. He was careless and his attitude and lack of respect for others was very shocking. Was going to buy but decided to leave.

They have wide selection of fresh seafood. The store also has an excellent range of pantry staples,…read moresnacks (chicharon, chips, dried fish) and frozen items (fish balls, siomai, marinated meats) condiments, rice, and hard-to-find brands. Good produce and meat counter too. Prices are reasonable and fair for specialty items. The in-house restaurant which is Philhouse serves authentic "lutong bahay" (home cooked Filipino meals) which I really like. They also have fresh baked breads, pastries and treats in their panaderia. The service has been always polite, helpful and friendly. Can get busy at Philhouse during peak meal times.

Purchased already cooked fish…read more Thought it was a steal for 1$ now I know why Upon arriving home! The fish had a rotten throw up smell. The entire house smelled instantly Have to report to public health My family has chronic illness States that perch gives off a bacteria smell when it goes bad My question is it went bad than they fried it? Cross contamination Had to throw out every immediately Would not buy anything from here unless it had an expiration date and is dry goods Not good for fish, meat, anything handled with this company

Ramirez Mexican Restaurant & Store is one of those rare places that gets everything right. From the…read moremoment you walk in, the service is exceptional--welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind in a way that makes you want to linger. The food is incredible: rich, authentic flavors, perfectly prepared, and clearly made with care. Every bite tastes like someone's abuela is in the kitchen making sure it's done right. And then there's the store--absolutely lovely. Beautifully stocked with incredible pastries that are impossible to resist, vibrant piñatas, and so many thoughtful details that make it feel more like a cultural experience than just a quick stop. You can tell pride and love are poured into every corner of the place. Ramirez isn't just a restaurant or a market--it's a community gem. We'll be back again and again, and I'll happily bring anyone visiting from out of town here first.

Yum! The catered tacos we had for Father's Day were perfect! Family own and operated. We love the…read morefish and shrimp tacos - it does come at a premium price but I imagine that's just how much things cost these days but am happy to support a locally owned business that serves delicious food!

I love coming to this store! It's family owned for over 40 years and the customer service is great!…read moreEvery time I stop in, I find exactly what I wanted- and then some! The prices are better than other Asian markets in the area and the products are always fresh. Lots of different product choices for a small independent store. And the shelves are always stocked. I enjoy shopping here regularly. Closed Sundays.

Such an amazing variety of food and vegetables. Very friendly and helpful. I would highly…read morerecommend them for an Asian food that you need.

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.

Dropped by this store in the early morning on Friday, 11/14/25. Browsed around and got a chance to…read morelook at different items in a calm manner since there weren't too many people inside. Found boxes of instant noodles that we liked on sale, got some Milka chocolate, fruits, fresh vegetables, Indian Naan and Paratha bread, spices, Asian sauces, etc. It was a great shopping experience since we hadn't visited this store in a long time.

Cute little market tucked away near the Tacoma Mall. A friend and I were on the hunt for kataifi…read moreand Said held some for us the next day. It was a hot day and Said gave my friend and I a drink from his cooler. We'll never forget his kindness! Please support this business!

We're not usually into this type of food, but we do like Dubai chocolate so we thought it would be…read morecheaper to make some ourselves rather than pay $20 for a bar at Nom Nom Stop. Came in and yes, they have Kataifi and tahini paste, but they did not have the pistachio butter. We grabbed what we could as we admired all the lavosh bread near the cashier. On our way out the door, we saw they had labne. Sis grabbed some and the shop owner saw her delight and recommended another brand which she was happy to also purchase. It's a small ethnic store, not a gigantic T&T or anything, but I love stores like this because they have enough of what they need for the clientele they serve. We will definitely return for more of that labne.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this store yet as I frequented it a lot before they moved to…read moretheir new location and after their move. We have attended their Meryenda Cafe pop up and other food events as well as just going into the store to grab groceries. Those events should not be missed as they always deliver on delicious flavors. They always have great updates on their social media of what they have in stock as well as their weekly hauls of fresh produce, noodles, and more. I love that they always try to get popular, viral products too as it can be hard to find those in more mainstream Asian markets. The staff here are always friendly, patient and helpful. I have never had a negative experience and even when they are packed, they always provide excellent and friendly service. The store itself is well organized and stocked. Happy that they got a new place as the space is definitely being used well and allows them to do so much more!

Friendly customer service, they have a fun game element to the store too - they've placed ducks all…read moreover the store and if you find them all or close to it you get $5 dollars off your purchase which I thought was pretty cool! The selection at the store is pretty good! I don't think they have everything everything but pretty darn close! I originally came here to get dashi powder and they had it but didn't have the dried seaweed I was looking for but had the regular snacking kind. (Can you guess what I was trying to make at home? Miso soup lol) Overall great experience and if I'm in the area again I will return here if I'm in need of anything.