UPDATE--I have since located the additional parking-located on the side of the store, thus I now…read moreshop here more often than I already did. Tripe for menudo? pork for Pozole, beef for bbq or birria tacos--- THIS is the place to go... I also love that they have most of the hispanic spices and brands that my Nana used when cooking for delicious meals for us growing up. Tamale season is fast approaching and this is my place to shop for all my cooking and baking holiday needs, masa, cheese, husks, meat, chilis and spices. Alos, I am lazy and do not want to bake my own pan dulce until Christmas time, so I buy it here!! Take the time to look around and shop, you might even find new items to try out.

Los cajeros deberían tener retroalimentación hacia como tratar a los clientes ,sobre todo con los…read morellamadas telefónicas, son malcriados y no responden amablemente. No es posible que te cuelguen la llamada bruscamente, hay muchas personas que desean trabajar y tienen experiencia en atención al cliente.

i don't go to this place a lot but when i do i always enjoy it. the variety of spices and costumer…read moreservice is great. the prices are also great i'm going their later today.

There are a number of similar names for this small, but mighty, establishment floating around on…read morethe internet: Ninth Avenue International Foods, Ninth Avenue International Market, International Grocery & International Food, Ninth Avenue International Grocery, or just what's written on the sign: International Grocery. Whatever the actual name, it seems that this Mediterranean specialty store has been open since 1947, run first by the Smitsis Family, and then the Karamouzis (including brothers Sotiris, Dinos, and Panayiotis). The Karamouzis moved it a few doors north to its present location in 1983. The neighborhood around the store has evolved a great deal over the years, but inside, old world charm persists. Everywhere you look there are bulk bins, barrels, and sacks brimming with: - Spices: all the staples needed for Mediterranean, Indian and North African cuisines, including za'atar, dried tamarind, cloves, allspice, rock salt, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, red pepper, black mustard seed, etc... - Dried fruits: pineapple, apricots, raisins, figs, diced orange peel, dates, etc... - Dried nuts: cashews, macadamias, almonds in every form, walnuts, pistachios, etc.. - Grains, beans, lentils, and flours - Coffee I love that International Grocery has stuck with bins and barrels for all these years. Bulk bins were the norm when the store first opened and are so much more environmentally friendly than the ubiquitous single use plastic packaging we see nowadays. Environmentally conscious folks are increasingly coming around to appreciate bulk bins and I wouldn't be surprised if they became the hot "new" trend in coming years. If you stick with something for long enough, it comes back into fashion, right? The wonders don't end with all those glorious bins, however. Far from it. Improbably, all of the following (and more) also neatly fit into a store the size of a suburbanite's two-car garage: - Olives -- about 10-15 kinds by my last count, but I've seen even more varieties at times. I love my crisp, green Castelvetranos and black Kalamatas; the Progeny loves her pimento-stuffed Manzanillas. - Antipasti (mushrooms, artichokes, giardiniera, gigantes plaki) and preserved lemon peel - Feta (Bulgarian, Greek) and other cheeses - Tzatziki and other spreads - A variety of fresh and packaged pastries (baklava, kourabiedes, koulourakia) and halvas - Olive oils, pomegranate molasses, carob molasses - Pita breads and pasta - Rose water - Amardeen (an apricot leather used to make a Syrian drink of the same name) Prices are quite fair and the owners + staff are kind, generous, gentle and gracious. When my 10-year old privately expressed interest in the orange peel to me, one of the owners overheard and offered her some to try. They didn't look at all askance when she delightedly opened various bins to sniff the beautiful aromas within. (I did teach her to waft the smells to her nose by hand a la chemistry lab, instead of sticking her head into each bin.) As much as I detest the areas around Port Authority -- it's one of the dirtiest, smelliest parts of NYC -- I do go out of my way for International Grocery and will for as long as we're both around.

Again, why I didn't write my review sooner is beyond me- it was in my notebook, but no check mark…read more Anyway- Small store by some standards, but I found that it had everything I needed to restock my pantry of items I had used up over the year. I usually wait to buy my supplies before winter hits. I have a very hard time finding the Chinese sausage the Kam Yen Jan brand, not sure why it's hit and miss at stores, but it is, not sure if it just not popular in the east coast as much as it is in the west coast where I could buy it at any Asian market. Thought and suggestions on where I could purchase, would be greatly appreciated, because when I do find it, I usually buy about 10 packages. Super nice staff, the hot food section was a nice surprise. Produce area was clean and I didn't have a problem navigating the aisles for what I wanted.

Recently got to the area and am impressed and happy to have found this place. The selection of…read moreAsian groceries was fantastic. I found a wide variety of fresh produce, including unique Asian vegetables and fruits. The quality of the produce and other products was excellent. Everything looked fresh and well-maintained. You can see employees prepping and bagging/wrapping fresh produce. The meat and seafood counters were well-stocked. There was also a traditional chinese BBQ counter with things like Char Siu and crispy roasted pork which was a great and welcomed suprise to me. The aisles were filled with a good range of spices, sauces, noodles, and other pantry staples from different asian cultures that I stocked up on. You can tell the store was a little older and gives your traditional Asian supermarket vibes so if that holds you back, I would say give them a chance anyway as it is clean, well-organized, and reminds me of my childhood stores. I found the prices to be very competitive.

I had the hardest time finding this store- I usually go to the other one, but they are almost the…read moresame distance from home, so its ok. I buy the Swad brands, frankly I have not been unhappy with anything I have bought. Prices are reasonable and produce dept has everything I need. I guess you get to a certain age where when you go grocery shopping, its "your time" to relax, walk the aisles and purchase new things. I will tell you this.... Swad Gulab Jamun in the can, is really tasty, I have no idea how to make the by hand, so the canned brand is the way to go. Also, we are huge fans of the Deep brand cocktail samosas (50) to a bag and super easy to heat up and have for dinner when you don't want a big dinner and the Swad brand coriander chutney is perfect. Anyway- sometimes you need to venture out and try new markets- Patel Brothers is one of my favorites.

Visited Patel Brothers in MiniMall Parlin. Not as big as back in Virginia but had pretty much all…read morewe needed and some items we could not find in Virginia. Loaded with products and vegetables. Small food area with just a few items. Parking could be tough on weekends.

Great place for Greek food! Very little seating inside so don't be surprised if you don't get to…read moreeat in. They sell a good amount of Greek sundries and other stuff for you to do your own cooking so you know what they are using in the kitchen is authentic. I had the Spanakopitaka - triangle filled pastry pies. Stuffed with spinach, and feta - and they were waesome. The Greek Fries -- Fresh cut fries with oregano salt, were amazing as well. I took home a Greek Salad -- Tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, feta cheese and olives, and loved that too. Service was very friendly and helpful even with it being all behind the counter.

Good portion on everything but pita. Felt like I needed more pita if I want to finish my feta dip…read more Even for the beef lamb platter, I wish they give at least two pita. Otherwise I'm pretty happy with the portion they gave. It's a budget friendly meal to get. It's a very causal and mainly take out. The workers were super friendly. There are many Greek products displaying around the restaurant and top it off with some Greek music. Love the vibe!

I'm hoping this market is still open. I've called several times and phone disconnects after a…read morecouple rings. Anyone know??

I took my son back to school through a dear friend got a recommendation going g to this little…read moreboutique of market. I was in aww with their merchandise, cleanliness , and how organized it was!!! Super friendly Reza greeted us when we arrived to store and was very nice & helpful!!! I highly recommend them! Absolutely a favorite and will go back any chance that I get!!! A must try of Persian shopping experience!

The prepackaged items are fantastic, the service is kind, and the selection is decent. I had the…read moreKimchi Fried Rice, which had the ideal ratio of sweet rice, sour kimchi, and sunny-side-up egg. Everything came together with the runny yolk.

This Asian grocery store features a wide range of Korean specialties, including banchan, snacks,…read moreprepared entrees, various types of kimchi, and bags of rice in different sizes. Like any full-service market, they also have a fish department, along with fresh-cut and prepackaged vegetables, and a selection of meats. As with any grocery store, I strongly recommend checking expiration dates before purchasing. In their fish department, be sure to examine the clarity of the fish's eyes to ensure freshness. The overhead sprinklers in the produce section can sometimes oversaturate the vegetables, so it is worth inspecting those carefully as well. The employees are not particularly chatty, but if you need assistance navigating the store, they are helpful and will point you in the right direction. The aisles are generally well organized and well stocked during the weekdays. On weekends, however, the store is more crowded, and there have been times when specific items I was looking for were either limited or unavailable. The ambiance is okay, and the parking is easy, as it is in a strip mall, and there are plenty of parking spaces. There is a small eating area available if you would like to eat a prepared entree after purchasing it. A sign indicates they are happy to heat your said entree if needed, but I didn't see anyone available to assist. Given the number of excellent eateries surrounding the supermarket, we chose not to purchase and heat any entrees there. This grocery store is conveniently located for those who prefer not to travel all the way to Edison's Asian markets, particularly HMart. It's worth noting that prices here tend to be a dollar or two higher than at HMart. However, when you factor in savings on gas and travel time, it can often be more practical to shop locally.

Meh. These spots usually offer good value, you're not getting Whole Foods quality but pay a lot…read moreless. Here it's second/third quality, but not dirt cheap.

Love this place best produce meat and seafood in area. Wonderful fresh produce and wonderful staff…read more Got the cross cut spare ribs yesterday outstanding