I didn't realize Mega Mart offers 50% off all ready-to-eat food after 7 PM! I normally do my…read moregrocery shopping around 5 PM, so I was so surprised to see everyone grabbing food so quickly near 7 PM. Then I looked closer and realized they had just put the 50% off stickers on! Mega Mart has so many fresh sushi and Korean food options, which are my favorites, so of course I wasn't about to miss out. I ended up buying a lotttt: a pack of salmon nigiri, a mixed nigiri platter, a pack of uni & toro sushi, and a poke bowl. I also picked up some sundae (Korean blood sausage) because it's my partner's favorite. They also have a huge selection of bakery items and Korean rice cake desserts. I loaded my cart with so many things, but in the end I only bought a Dubai chewy cookie, it was only $5, which is such a steal! There was so much more I wanted to buy, but I knew I couldn't possibly eat it all, so I had to sadly leave the rest behind. And you know what? The sushi was so freshhhhh! Even though I bought it after 7 PM, the quality wasn't affected at all. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Our family had such a filling and satisfying meal thanks to Mega Mart. I'll definitely be taking advantage of this deal many more times in the future!

I used to shop here almost every day because it was close to my home and the food was always fresh…read moreand delicious. Over time, I spent a significant amount of money at this store and was a loyal customer. Unfortunately, within the last 2 weeks I received poor-quality sushi twice. Today I brought the product back and politely explained the problem. Instead of standing behind the quality of their food, the store refused to refund my money... I am never going to return to this place. I

I had a sample box from the Little Shop Artisan Box mailed to me via Shikhalamode's blog giveaway…read more I'm a big subscription box fan--in the past I've done Birchbox and Ipsy for monthly makeup packages mailed to my door. I like the convenience of having things sent directly to my house and it's like Christmas every month! For the Little Artisan Box, I like how there are different levels of subscriptions: 1) Monthly, 3 Months, 6 Months, 1 Year 2) Small or Large Boxes (approx. $25 or $50 per box) This makes it easy to customize how long you want to commit to this program and flexible with your budget. Other perks: + Local food + Seasonal flavors + Beautiful packaging I got a few goodies from local Oakland eateries (including Oaktown Jerk and Chunky Pig) in the Oaktown Pride sample box. I would definitely consider getting a subscription for a foodie friend's birthday and/or Christmas.

Little Shop Artisan Box is an amalgamator of artisan foodie items....got this info checking out the…read morewebsite. these items are usually found at popups/farmers markets/forgae sf events. food groups: -cured meats -pickled pleasures -jams & jellies -confections -spreads -teas & coffee drill: selling selected items months via subscription: 3 items (20ish +shipping), 5 items (40ish + ahipping) locale: swan's popup.(3/23) item purchased separate: jade bao zhong, sky tea, 14.2 g (5)organic oolong loose teaf -tea tasted pretty strong, kind of harsh -probably didn't follow directions on waiting for water to boil into bubbles -forgot to upgrade to x-ray vision to see thru aluminum boiling pot so i could see the tiny bubbles.

Never walked in till today - always thought it was a small spot from the exterior…read more It's quite big and well organized inside. A lot of sale items also. I got a full bag of groceries for under $50: - half a papaya - amazing color, flavor so-so - Italian sparkling water, sale $3.29 - Lesser Evil popcorn (2), sale $2.99 - organic peaches (2) - organic carrots - Bariani olive oil - yay they carry this! Will explore more in the future - they source a lot of their produce from small producers like Tomatero but the berries are Driscoll and Giant. Service was professional and straightforward - they all looked like they enjoyed working in the environment. A perfect mash up of a gourmet, natural and conventional store.

I've been to the Encinal Market quite a few times now. What I dig about this place is you know…read morethose hard to find items that you can't find say in Safeways or Nob Hill Market? I usually find them here! I was on this hunt to find this pasta called Cresti de gallo and no one on the island had this and lo and behold, Encinal Market did. Granted the prices here are a bit more than you would expect but for me it was well worth it.

Bente makes delicious and gorgeous chocolates, with a rotation of really interesting flavors. Her…read morelittle shop is delightful. This is the perfect place for a little treat or a gift. Each box was perfectly packed and wrapped with beautiful ribbon. Don't miss this spot... and if you need a gift this is the perfect place to stop by.

Support local! The sweet smell of chocolate is overwhelming when you walk into this small shop on…read moreLincoln Ave. Each piece of chocolate looks like a true work of art. I love how every box will be customized, even down to the wrapping and your choice of ribbon. A small box (6 pieces) runs less than $15 and is a great just-because gift (or just a treat for yourself!) I highly recommend checking them out.

Stepping into JAGALCHI market is like embarking on a mini-vacation! From the moment I walked in, I…read morewas struck by how incredibly clean and organized everything is. It's a feast for the senses--each corner reveals something new and exciting. The pricing is so affordable, especially for the high-quality items they offer. The bakery? Absolutely insane! Each pastry looks like it was crafted by a master. And don't even get me started on the seafood selection; it's out of this world. Whether you're looking for fresh catches or prepared meals, you're bound to find something that tickles your taste buds. Most of the employees were incredibly friendly and helpful. I give that a nine out of 10. I felt like I was on a whirlwind shopping excursion, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere and discovering treasures at every turn. I can't wait to get back home to Southern California with all my goodies! If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, JAGALCHI market is the place to be. You won't regret it!

Jalgachi is part mega Korean supermarket, part ready made Korean food heaven, and they even have a…read morerestaurant that I haven't tried yet. As a Korean supermarket, this place has pretty much everything you could want, from fresh produce to hard to find Korean seasonings and ingredients. Couldn't ask for more! They also have a huge selection of prepared hot food. While you can definitely get better Korean food at a dedicated restaurant, I was still impressed by the sheer variety and convenience. I live pretty far away, so I probably wouldn't make a special trip just for Jalgachi, but I'd absolutely stop by whenever I'm in the area. And maybe next time I'll finally try the restaurant!

On a warm day, I came in just to get ice cream…read more As you walk in, on the left, there's a counter that offers: coffee, smoothies, ice cream and bakery goods. I was there for one thing.....two scoops of Mitchell's ice cream (Price: $6.49). Creamy and delicious flavors. I picked chocolate and strawberry. No toppings, nothing fancy. A simple pleasure at a fair price. I sat at a small table at the window, and watched the traffic and the people go by.

I decided to check it out since it was near the Alameda farmers market. There is a sign on the door…read moreadvertising their ample dessert selection, which includes gluten free chocolate caramel tartlet, gluten free matcha cake, and gluten free vegan chocolate raspberry cake, as well as cannoli, 3 inch key lime cheesecake, lava cake, and tiramisu. The pistachio cream cake and ricotta and pistachio cake sound good too, so many desserts. They also have Mitchell's ice cream. Although there is a sound effect that goes off when you step in the door so the owner or staff must've known when I came in, and they also looked up when a few other people went in and out of the store, I was standing at the counter for about 5 mins before they realized I was waiting to order, so that was awkward. I realized the register is set up for grocery store and not like a restaurant so there wasn't a way to enter a tip for the drink order when paying with credit card; they only have a jar for cash tips. It says minimum $5 for credit or debit or they will charge you $0.50. The owner/employee is pretty no nonsense in demeanor. I ordered a $5 hot mocha for 16 oz. The prices are pretty good for hot drinks. For some reason, for iced drinks, which have a smaller selection, the price jumps up significantly between the 12oz and 16oz size. You can get up to 20oz size for the hot drinks. The coffee itself was pretty good, though, and I liked the amount of chocolate in it. Not bad for drinks, you just might have to try to speak up to get the owner's attention if they are busy washing dishes or not looking your way / not at the register.

IDK what kitchens or who cooks these but they are solid for the price. A little low on meat…read moreportions but prices are better than any sit down restaurant nearby. Only sells food 10am Saturdays. 9/10, hidden gem of Thai cuisine with sweet owners, would def recommend and def come again.

The interior is very small, but they have a great selection of prepackaged foods and groceries…read more If you like international snacks, this is the place to load up on your next haul! The ready-made food and desserts looked delicious, though a part of me worries about the rice/meats being left out unrefrigerated.

The fish is always excellent, and I really enjoy ordering from here. However, the rice has been…read moreundercooked in my last three orders. I hope this can be addressed, as properly cooked rice would make the overall experience much better.

It's seems there is lots of places to grab sushi in SF. It has become common to see a California…read moreroll being sold at local store or being offered in lots of restaurants. Sushi has become available and there is some places also sell sashimi. There is one market which has offer fresh sashimi and fresh sushi. They also offer fresh cut of salmon for the Salmon Tobiko Don along with a variety of Japanese goods such as sake and mochi. It is located on Geary Boulevard in SF and it's called Hokkaido Sashimi Marketplace. On a Summer stroll on Geary Boulevard in SF I landed at Hokkaido Sashimi Marketplace. Inside there is a bunch chips and Hello Kitty candy from the land of the rising sun. You will also find bottles of sake for the party people and teas along with instant ramen noodles ( not Angel hair) .There are also rolls of sushi and sashimi which are made in house to take out. I got the salmon and avocado roll and it was fresh and delicious. I also got the sashimi and the fish was fresh and melted like butter. A good marketplace for sushi and sashimi. Summer is about to be over in a few days and a month so there is no time to "waste"and go to a "space"with lots sushi and sashimi with good flavor and "taste"and it's available at "Hokkaido Sashimi Marketplace" Come to Hokkaido for the $10 sushi "deal"or get a sushi box "meal" with Ebi which is cooked shrimp you don't have to "peel"along with rice and with Unagi also known as "eel"