Ahhhhh love this cute little store!!!…read more It's not very big. However, they have lots of fun grocery items from Europe. Everything is imported from England/ London and the price does reflect that. Still, no biggie for me. I'm fine with paying the higher price since they imported it for me lol I enjoyed going on vacation to different parts of England. It's always hard when you travel to another county and want to bring back a bunch of souvenirs for friends and family, but you don't have the space in your suitcase. Bummer lol Not to worry, you can find gift items here! They sell chocolates and candies from England. That's fun! They have bags, cooking mitts, and pot holders that are cute. Cards and magnets, along with fun items you can find from England. I could buy up all the things in this store! It's so cool! I grabbed a rum butter and Guinness infused chocolates. Yum!! Service was good. This mini mart with things from England is great!

I finally found a place nearby that has all the British treats of my toddlerhood. Milky Bar and…read moremore.

I just visited this place after finding it on Yelp because I was craving kimchi and needed to…read morerestock. Instead of going to my usual Korean market, I wanted to try something homemade and I'm so glad I did. All of their kimchi is made fresh just days prior, and they offer a great variety with different vegetables and sizes to choose from. It's a small market, but they also carry other Korean goodies, which is a nice bonus. The kimchi I got was really good! super fresh with a nice tangy flavor, well balanced seasoning, and a satisfying crunch. It wasn't very spicy, but still really flavorful and easy to enjoy. So happy to have found this place. I'll definitely be back!

There was a lot of hype about this kimchi spot so I decided to make the drive about 1 hour and 30…read moreminutes each way. Honestly it was totally worth it. After trying their kimchi, I don't think I can go back to store bought kimchi anymore. I was a little worried about the language barrier since I don't speak Korean, but luckily their son works there full time and helped explain the different kimchi and their fermentation process. He was very knowledgeable and patient. It was really nice supporting a family business, and you can tell there is a lot of care and tradition behind their kimchi. We picked up two jars. The red kimchi is $15 and tastes just like the kimchi you get at a good Korean BBQ restaurant. It is very flavorful and pairs perfectly with grilled meat. Add some KBBQ, a fried egg, and rice and you have a great meal. The white kimchi is $19 and is lighter and refreshing. I enjoy pairing it with pork belly wraps because it balances the richness of the meat really well. It almost feels like a palate cleanser between bites. Both were absolutely delicious. Once I finish these jars, I will definitely be making the drive back again.

Very clean and brightly lit store. It was in the smaller side but they had half of their space…read moreoccupied by the food court. There was a good selection of eateries and dessert options to select from. The grocery store itself had a decent variety of home and food products to select from. Overall satisfied with my time at this store.

Even though this may be my first time reviewing a Mitsuwa, there shouldn't be any doubt that…read morethey're one of my favorite markets. At the very least, it has been my favorite chain of Japanese markets, but it stinks how they have just one location in the Bay Area! In fact, across my limited number of trips to SoCal, I've already visited more locations down here than back at home and I have to say - this location may be the newest, but it's also my least favorite one I've been to. Like pretty much every other Mitsuwa I've been to, this location has a cute little food court with a half dozen or so eateries offering a variety of food options - from ramen, udon, and curry rice plates to onigiri, matcha, and Japanese sweets. As for the market, it has all of the usual offerings you would expect - a solid selection of fresh produce, meats, seafood, frozen foods, pantry staples, alcohol, snacks, and sections of prepared foods and sushi to choose from. What's more, as a whole, everything here felt so new and clean (which makes sense in hindsight, as it apparently opened only back in November). With all of that having been said, though, it's weird to me how this place still felt a bit...lacking. While you can find a decent mix of things to eat at their food court, it's pretty much limited to three eateries, so don't be surprised to see lines when it's busy. Also, despite how new it is, the market feels smaller than other Mitsuwas I've been to. That's not inherently bad, but pickings felt relatively slim for certain meats and produce we were looking for, as well as their bento boxes and sushi. Granted, it probably didn't help that we were here on a Sunday and the place was packed with customers, but it's not like we stopped in towards the end of the day either. All in all, while I definitely think there are plenty of positives about this location, I'd be lying if I said I was as impressed with this one as I was by their location in Costa Mesa. It's definitely nice how new it is and I would never be opposed to going to any Mitsuwa, but if I lived out this way, it'd be tough not to know whether I'll be able to get everything I need here or if I'll also need to stop off somewhere else. THREE AND A HALF STARS rounded down for now.

Really good market you can find what ever you want I recommend 100%.The employees are really nice…read moreto peoples

Unfortunately It's out of the way for an Irvine resident, the bakery was the main reason for our…read morestop here, and it was worth it! while browsing around couple of things caught my attention for which I'll have to come back, a box of Hobby chocolate bringing back childhood memories, would be great if they sold individually. while browsing the produce section I noticed they had faggous! which I haven't seen in the US in the last 20 years. Mousi non alcoholic malt was available in both green apple or pomegranate flavors. Mostly products that we had in Jordan growing up and haven't seen or tasted in ages so another visit is a must. Service was great, cashiers were very friendly, Store clean and welcoming. I hope they keep it this way

Tokyo Central is an amazing supermarket that is absolutely overflowing with different Japanese…read moreproducts! They have an incredible selection of different freshly prepared foods, with two giant buffet tables where you can load up on as much of the different options as you care to get. There's also an incredible variety of packaged foods, other items, and different things that are directly imported from Japan. It seems much bigger than Mitsuwa Marketplace, which is in the same shopping center. The selection is also a lot more varied. For example they have a ton of shabu shabu options that I haven't been able to find elsewhere. They also have a highly organized checkout system, as well as self-checkout, so you can get prompt service if you need it. Overall, this is a great place for anyone who takes Japanese groceries seriously. Worth the trip for lunch or for shopping!

Wonderful market, I highly recommend coming here. The first time I came here they gave out free…read moresnacks, ever since then nothing bad has happened. The moment I walked in here, the vibes and energy were great. The store had a Directory so you can find your things easily. There's also a buffet that has fried chicken and a variety of soups to choose from. The staff here are very friendly and there are staff everywhere to help you find your supplies. At the end of checkout, there are microwaves to heat and make instant ramen. In conclusion, Tokyo Central has many foods to choose from, with great staff to help you.

It's a great place to shop, they have everything I need when I'm doing Korean bbq at home. The only…read moredownfall is that they don't have an ad.

I understand times are hard and many businesses are cutting corners to save money, but if they're…read moredoing that, they shouldn't keep prices the same or raise them. My mom used to always buy 주물럭 from this market and it was pretty decent. Recently, I've noticed they're mixing in other cuts of meat while still charging the same price. That pisses me off because it's dishonest and obviously lack integrity. In the attached photo, the very left thicker meat is the 주물럭 but the thinner meat surrounding it is not. I don't know what cut of meat is it but they're definitely not 주물럭. Honestly, if they're already doing this, I'm pretty sure they're also using older meat too, since the 양념 would easily cover up any changes in color or taste. Because of that, I just don't trust this place anymore and I'm not going to buy 양념고기 here again.

Great little Turkish market with amazing, fresh produce in addition to a good variety of Middle…read moreEastern goods and staples. The workers are very kind and the prices are reasonable. Definitely a gem in the heart of Fountain Valley.

You'd never imagine how much goodness is packed within this market. They have a meat counter,…read morefresh produce, sweets, lots of bread options as well as spices. There are even displays of household items out front. I came in search in sumac and zata'ar and wasn't disappointed. Folks working at the market were friendly and the ambiance was welcoming. Free parking right out front. Wonderful neighborhood market!

A stationery lover's wonderland- and a dangerous place for anyone who lacks self-control around…read morecute things. The store definitely gives Daiso and Miniso energy, with shelves packed full of Disney and Sanrio inspired goodies. Some items are priced a bit higher, but honestly, Daiso lost a lot of its magic for me after bumping its base price to $2.25. What used to feel like a budget friendly treasure hunt now occasionally feels like a comedy sketch where I'm staring at a tiny plastic trinket asking myself "this cost how much?" Ebisu does have plenty of stuffed animals and the anime plushies with astronomical price tags, though. I had excitedly picked up a medium sized Stitch plushie, only to flip it over and discover it was well over $50. My heart nearly stopped. Thankfully, there are still plenty of affordable gems hidden throughout the store. My personal happy place was the stationery aisle- specifically, the glorious wall of pens. No, these aren't premium Japanese brands like Sarasa or Pilot. They're made in China pens, but they're outrageously adorable. At just $1-$3 each, they practically hopped into my basket on their own. I spent an embarrassingly long time admiring colors, clicking pens, and convincing myself I absolutely needed the extra whimsy. My inner pre-teen was beyond giddy. I'm pretty sure I reach peaked serotonin in that aisle. As an unexpected bonus, I also found corn sticks in the snack aisle- a snack I pretty much inhale. Between the stationery treasure trove, nostalgic snacks, and surprisingly solid skincare section (Dr. Jart masks for just $10!), this store managed to hit every one of my weak spots. The cashier was also super sweet! I can absolutely see myself wandering back in the near future- probably for sunscreen, skincare, and definitely not for more pens. That's what I'll keep telling myself, anyway.

Very high prices and intense lighting in here make it not worth the trip. We came here with my…read morenephews thinking it would be like Japanese products. Most of these items can be had cheaper online or at ranch 99/hmart/Tokyo central/mitsuwa. The prices made it not worth it and we left without purchasing anything. Will not return