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    Kaelin's Market

    3.5 (155 reviews)
    InexpensiveGrocery, Arabic, Mexican
    Closed 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    We love Kaelin's! Prices fluctuate, just like any store, but their sale prices can't be beat! Their produce is always fresh and the guy who's always stocking it is the kindest and most helpful man ever. The hot food counters are all amazing, both for the taste and quality of food and for the level of service provided by their friendly employees. Their $2.00 tacos can't be beat in price OR flavor! We took a chance and bought an Oreo cake for a birthday, even though I'm a pretty good baker and can always make something cheaper myself. We were BLOWN AWAY by the quality and taste, especially for the price. A box store charges at least twice what Kaelin's did for a cake that neither looks nor tastes as good. I literally squealed when I found an almost whole Oreo in the frosting filling because that's high quality! (Sorry for the crummy photos, but I needed to crop people out. I didn't anticipate the inside, so I wanted others to see how lovely it was.)

    Sold expired tortillas I called and she was like oh why u took them if they had green stuff on them Saw it when I was separating them. 5 dólares I don't need back but just the fact that they sell stuff that been seating there and not safe to eat gets me mad

    Rock M.

    beware. Reported this of the "Sale" price put over top of same regular price and told they don't control prices. Decided to leave respectfully and not buy my food and leave on table and told don't come bac. Reporting them to police.

    Hi, went in there today wanting some tacos and ceviche. Tacos were ok, but I tend to save the best for last. And what a disappointment the ceviche came out to be. $6 tostada came with two tostadas as to think you would need two to fit al that ceviche that came with it. I went back for something else about an hour later, and told the lady that helped me why the container of ceviche was full of limes and cilantro, and she said because she wanted to give me extra. Looks like they threw a little bit of ceviche on the bottom of the container and filled the rest with lime and cilantro.

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    Mel M.

    Luv ethnic grocery stores and this is a 2fer. Mexican and Mediterranean. If you're looking for a variety of hummus or a variety of freshly made salsa. Kaelin's has it. They have house marinated meats for grilling and freshly made tortilla's. I tried the chicken and beef kabobs and those were tasty. I also tried their cheese and chile & chicken tamale's which were just as good. Came for what I needed and left with a little more. Mel M Yelp 21:1

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    Love this store buy all my meat and vegatables from here. Great quality products. Bakery is yummy!!! Very friendly customer service

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    Wonderful m, love the store. Very clean and friendly.Love the tamales. Carry everything you could possibly need.

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    This place is great they have everything you can think off. Nice and clean everything organized.

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    Do they do party tray meats? Cooked?

    We ordered carnitas from them for a large family gathering, and they were on time, courteous, and made sure everything was hot. The price is reasonable too!

    Are there catering services? What kind of food and pricing?

    Do you sell beef short ribs?

    From when I went there 6 months ago they did, but not sure now

    Does Kaelin's sell ceviche? How much per pound?

    Yes, Kaelin's sells ceviche along with various salsas, cheeses, and other fresh items in bulk. Located inside to the left near the produce section. Call the store for current market prices.

    Do they sell chorizos by pound?

    Yes

    Does Kaelins cater?

    Yes, we have catering packages 😌

    How much is the carne asada per pound?

    Great question. But, just like gas prices, the cost seems to change from week to week. My best suggestion is to give them a call. You might also try Foodland just a little further down Main Street and cross street is First street. They also have… Read more

    What are the hours of the Mexican and Middle Eastern food place in Kaelins?

    7am-10pm

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    Haciendas Mexican Food

    Haciendas Mexican Food

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    2.7 mi
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    Lovely Mexican restaurant, delicious food. Really nice atmosphere. Casual but nice. Great customer…read moreservice we will be back for sure.

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    Upstairs dining room at The Hacienda
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