I like Li Ming's to where it doesn't feel as "rushed for products" how Super G gives off. The feeling other customers give off is a more relaxed feel while super g makes it feel like you have to grab such and such produce/item before someone else does. Typically they have the product, especially the brand I'm looking for. Finding the right brand is key to making your dish you've made/family used for years...so this is really good. They also have a lot of fresh made items they didn't typically have before. Lately, things feel much more organized where not many random items are scattered out like years before. Would recommend. read more

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Great place for browsing and buying healthy food, teas and such. Got the bamboo steamer I wanted and my favorite healthy tea. Definitely a staple for my shopping. read more

The vegetables are fresh, the seafood are fresh, the meat is also fresh. Many items to choose from. The prices are reasonable and the place don't stink like other Asian market. That's a plus! read more

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This review is from the point of view of my wife and I. I'm a white American who lived outside the US for about 13 years and visited/lived in 27 countries. My wife is a Filipina who is part Chinese. In Greensboro, there are two large Asian grocery stores: Li Ming's and Super G. We only go to Super G when we want to buy fresh banana leaves because it's the only place we have found that has them. If you want to find a better selection and much nicer modern facilities and environment, go to Li Ming's. They have a massive selection of items, so, with the exception of fresh banana leaves (what's up with that Li Ming's? ‍), you will pretty much find what you want. Let me provide a caveat: I am not including Indian foods, I'm talking about East and Southeast Asia. Because a lot of what we get is for making Filipino foods, that's the primary focus of what we look for when shopping there. They have a great selection of longabiza, Halo-Halo mixes, Mama Sita's mixes, Datu Puti, lumpia wrappers, salted eggs, and everything else on your list. They also have a ton of snacks, many of which are new to us, so we always get something different to try. Plus, you can get Marie biscuits, which our granddaughter LOVES. If you go to the far left of the store you will find a lot of kitchen goods as well. There are pots and pans, chopsticks, and other assorted goodies. Just browsing is fun! In short, Li Ming's is a great place to shop. It's well lit, has roomy aisles, ample parking, is rarely crowded, and an inventory that is second to none. Oh, and if you need help finding something, everyone there is super friendly and will take you to whatever you're looking for. read more

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I moved away but I loved shopping at this store. The prices were always good and a lot of unique and hard to find items. The hot bar is delicious. read more

A friend introduced me to this store and I fell in store heaven. It's always clean when I go inside. The staff is friendly and very respectful to customers. Everything I have bought from them has been great. The tea, veggies, fruit etc top tier grocery store. read more

Nice selection of vegetables. Very high priced compared to other places. They only give calendars if you spend $100 or more. This is definitely catered to the Chinese market more so than Korean or Japanese. Parking is ample but turning into is a pain. It's a tight turn into the plaza to have to go down a steep hill. At 1000 the parking lot was full of abandoned carts. They have a fresher selection of veggies than super G market but be prepared to spend twice the amount for them. read more

Li Ming's Global Mart - Entrance - Grocery Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Global Mart is a mostly Asian grocery store. I would say international applies here but a majority are Asian based goods. If you are looking for a supermarket that has spices, fresh seafood, a range of fruit and vegetables that your local grocery does stock you should give Global Mart a try. There are pre-packaged imported foods and frozen items. Such a variety of dumplings. In addition there are housewares in the rear of the store. If you don't want to prepare your intercontinental cuisine they also offer ready-to-serve meals. The inside of the store is old. The building was a TJMaxx many years ago so don't expect anything fancy. The smell can be overwhelming because of the mix of fresh items. Also don't look for any type of customer service. You need to know what you want when enter because if you don't know what you want be prepared to rome the aisles looking for what you need. read more

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Yes, there is an active bakery with prices cheaper than the Li Ming in Durham. It has a wide selection of baked goods too.

Online in 1 place it shows they close at 9:00 pm, another area online shows they close at 7:00pm, but the door of the location says 11pm. I got to the door at 6:50 & they would not allow me to come in saying they were closed. Poor customer service read more

A classic Asian/global market. The food isn't the greatest, but carries the classic packaged snacks. When we when to checkout, the cashier had her mask off, biting her thumb nail- so be careful about germs... in general. She proceeded to touch everything normally. Also, their hand sanitizer is nasty, as in strangely sticky after all the alcohol has dried, and it smells like rotten produce. I'm assuming they added straight aloe vera gel into it, and it rotted, or something. We had to open the windows on the drive back, and the smell didn't completely leave. read more

This is one of the strangest markets I have ever seen, but I actually love quirky places like this. The seafood section is excellent and the sheer size of this place is amazing. I did not partake of food in the restaurant. I would have given 4 stars if the place was a bit cleaner. The water tanks were pretty dirty, and one king crab was dead just hanging out with the live one. I was especially surprised by giant carved sculptures. I am not sure if any of the patrons would buy a $18,000 wooden oxen sculpture with cute carved children. I liked the fat Buddhas. read more

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I was literally just trying to mind my own business and get my food, and in line and this old cash register lady was all ready being mean to the people in front of me. I was next in line and when it got to my turn this women said straight up that I looked bad and that my eyebrows are ugly. Im never coming here ever, like she could've just done her job instead of being rude. Super G is better anyways! read more

Where was Li Ming's when I was growing up in the Triad?! Back in my day, we had to go to Dynasty on Spring Garden for our bags of rice and Chinese ingredients! *shakes cane* Since moving away from the Triad years ago, I'm pleasantly surprised on my return visits to find new, big Asian supermarkets such as the Korean-owned Super G Mart and this Chinese-owned Li Ming's Global Mart (opened in 2013), both in Greensboro. While they can't compare to big city Asian supermarkets (e.g. Assi, Great Wall, Super H Mart) in terms of quality, freshness, cleanliness, and selection, they are definitely a step in the right direction and a plus for the Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point area. Li Ming's occupies the old Lowes Foods grocery store space next to the now-empty T.J.Maxx space in the shopping center at the corner of High Point Rd and S Holden Rd. I have a lot of childhood memories visiting this stretch of High Point Rd as a kid. It has changed a lot since the 80s and 90s with a lot more ethnic restaurants and businesses opening in the 2000s and 2010s. Li Ming's is a medium-to-large sized Asian supermarket carrying everything from Chinese fruits and vegetables to live seafood to hard-to-find Asian and Hispanic ingredients (such as various brand rice, noodles, sauces, & beverages) to cookware for both home and restaurant use. There's even a food court with a Chinese bakery, hot food stall (Chinese food buffet), and Cantonese-style BBQ display with roast pork and whole roast duck. It's a little ambitious and the selection isn't always good nor fresh, but hey, it's better than nothing (or driving to Charlotte or RTP). At the bakery, you can buy various Chinese breads and buns. They have a deal: Buy five buns, get one free. When it comes to Hong Kong BBQ, you can purchase a whole roast duck for $21.99 (half $10.99) and roast pork for $6.99 a pound. The food court has a $7.50 Vietnamese pho (noodle soup) special and multi-person combo meals that include steamed fish (tilapia), duck, and a stir-fried vegetable for $18 (two people) and $27 (three people). I always like checking out the seafood sections at these markets. On a recent visit, the tanks were chock full of live catfish, tilapia, rock crab, lobster, toad fish, Warsaw grouper, eel, and Dungeness crab. There are also various clams (e.g. Manila clams, razor clams) and conch along with frogs and a decent assortment of fish on ice. The Chinese vegetable selection is respectable especially because the store stocks my favorite of all-time: Ong choy (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ipomoea_aquatica)! Ong choy is known by many names. It's a crispy, leafy green vegetable with unique hollow stems. It's absolutely delicious when stir-fried with garlic. You can get it for $3.99 a pound here. It's labeled as "Kong Yin Cai" on the refrigerated produce shelf. The kitchenware section is interesting to look at because they stock many commercial-grade pots, pans, grills, and miscellaneous utensils. Some of those ginormous pots aren't meant for home, but rather for a crawfish, pho, or ramen restaurant! Speaking of noodles, they have options galore when it comes to instant (and unhealthy) noodles. Instant spicy Thai tom yum and Shin Ramyun FTW. As is common with Asian markets, Li Ming's isn't going to be as "clean" as a standard American grocery store. You may encounter a funky smell or two. However, you will find food items here that you may very well not find elsewhere in the Triad. Li Ming's is open daily, 9am to 9pm. Since the space next door is vacant, parking isn't an issue like it can be sometimes at Super G Mart. read more

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I was determined to try some of the Asian food here in the small cafeteria section on the far right hand side of the market - it's like a small food court, including a bakery area. This time was much better since there was a very nice , older Asian lady who was very helpful, identifying the dishes I ask about. There are probably about 12 to 15 dishes, including most of the usual Americanized Chinese favorites, and a few different twists. If you choose the combo, you pick 3 entrees to go with white rice, for $5.99, yeap $5.99. I choose Gen'l Tso's, a sliced Potato dish, Chicken Wings, a Stewed Chicken dish (cooked on the boe), a Beef dish that was different (it was cooked on the bone, and a dish much like Kung Pao Chicken with some mild heat. This is pretty much a takeout place, so be prepared for that. All of the dishes were good to very good, though the sliced potato dish was a bit bland, and only the Kung Pao style dish had any real heat. The Gen'l Tso's was a nice version, but on the mild side. Both the Beef dish and Chicken dish cooked on the bone were full of flavor, and very tender. The Chicken Wings were excellent. I'd try all the dishes again, except the sliced potato one. This place has some good, cheap eats, Asian style. We'll be back, much more to try. read more

Li Ming's Global Mart - Stewed Chicken, Chicken Wings, Beef (on the bone), and white rice, for $5.99! - Grocery Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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It's an annual tradition during Christmas Day that our family goes out to the Asian grocery store and shop for what we're going to eat that night. When I was growing up, there wasn't a Li Ming's or a Super G supermarket that provided the supreme variety of Asian goods. I remember the good/only days of Dynasty asian mart. I'm happy this store popped up now! Located right off of Gate City Blvd, this place is really hard to miss. The parking lot is gigantic so you'll always find a place to park... and I mean always. The supermarket itself is gigantic with a large produce section that is about the same size as the packaged goods section. In the back of the store is where you'll find the fish and meats. There's an additional pop up stand that has the catch of the days (usually crab and mollusks). If you want the live fish, you can't miss the tanks that houses everything ranging from tilapia to grouper. Note: The beers are right next to the tanks ;). On the other side of the store, you'll find the household items (bowls, cleaners, pans/woks, etc etc). The variety of knick knacks can burn at least an hour there. My family always spends at least 2 hours wandering the entire store searching for deals or reminiscing what each ingredient can make. *rolls eyes* Lastly, There's a bakery/restaurant near the front that offers a good lunchbox deal. $5.95 for rice and 3 sides. AND the sides are given out generously. If you're in the mood for roast duck, they have it here too! My mom refused to get it because of her bad experience with the roast duck at an affiliate in Durham. I would definitely recommend checking this place out if you live in the area or stopping by. But don't blame me if 2 hours fly by real fast. read more

Li Ming's Global Mart - Live fishies! - Grocery Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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Very nice and extensive variety but general non exotic produce was slightly overpriced (changed with different visits). But the items not found or grown in the States was fair priced, so it equals out the end of the day. I was very happy to find a variety of mushrooms and spices to expand my vegan cooking. read more

We go here in a regular basis mostly for the fish and the international fruits and veggies. I recommend getting there early on the weekend for the best fish choices... Oh yeah...byou pick your own fish...which we love!! We also go for the nice selection of rice. If you spend at least $100 you get a free lunch from thei little Asian restaurant they have read more

Li Ming's Global Mart - Duck... - Grocery Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

As a vegan/vegetarian this is one of my go to stores when I decide to cook for myself. The prices are reasonable for the most part and after having lived in asia for the past 6 years many of the products here remind me of my time there. I have no real complaints about this place. read more

For a big market, I was a bit disappointed. Employees aren't very helpful, though a few were really nice. Fish tanks in the seafood area was really dirty. That's what's interesting about this market. Some areas were spotless clean, others were not. Some items (like condiments) has an awesome variety, then other areas were quite lacking (produce for instance, and lacking in quality not variety). Prices a bit on the higher side. One interesting thing was that I was surprised there were only 4(??) (I may be wrong) check out lines. For such a huge place that's interesting. BUT when I was there they weren't busy at all so I guess it works for them. read more

Li Ming's Global Mart - Grocery Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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This review is mainly about the cafeteria area of the store. I read Fred's review and knew I needed to try it. I ordered the 3 for $5.99 lunch. Had some sort of cabbage vegetable mix (yummy) a spicy chicken and chopped spare ribs in black bean sauce. The woman behind the counter was very helpful and the free Oolong Tea was great. I sat down thinking I'd never finish-but it was so good I ate everything on my plate. I then purchased 6 buns for the price of 5--3 pork buns, 2 pineapple custard and 1 hot dog (yes-hot dog) bun. My son had the hot dog for a snack after school and loved it. It was like a sweet challah roll met a Chinese Cha siu bao. He loved it! The pork buns were great as were the pineapple custard buns. Definitely will be back! read more

Great Asian supermarket. They have many authentic products as well as a great selection of fresh fish and meat. They also offer an entire vegi-soy freezer with faux meat options. They have a hot bar that is usually open and a fresh bakery! Staff is always very helpful and friendly, if you have a question don't hesitate to ask! read more

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This is a wonderful magnet. They have everything you need to make a great meal their fish is fresh. The prices are unbeatable. I highly recommend this market. read more

Produce wasn't fresh at all. Some were rotten. Flies were flying over the food. Stay away from here. read more

If you are a cook, the you want to know about Li Ming's Global Mart. They have three NC locations: Durham, Raleigh, and Greensboro (locations: http://lm-globalmart.com/en/?page_id=3536) Fresh live clams of many varieties, live fish, fish on ice (snapper,mullet, striped bass to name but a few), live blue crabs, noodles, vegetables and meat as well as specialty Hot food court items, cold deli area dumplings, BBQ pork and whole or half a BBQ duck. Asian kitchenwares. For the chef, this is a treasure. Pork butt at $1.99/lb and Beef Brisket under $4/lb. I bought Marin, Shaoxing wine, stacking steamer basket, chow-fun noodle fresh, steam buns (frozen). Open 7 days a week - Wahhooo ! Get there taking exit 217 from Highway 40 turm onto South Holden to right on High Point Rd. The 800 yards up on the left in the mall. read more

Produce is almost always old and rotten, have rotten fish sitting out and old freezer food, herbs are also very overpriced

I don't usually give bad reviews. So let me first say that the Market has a wide variety of Chinese groceries I like. But the service from the store is really bad. The store has started no return policy for any product they sell since the start of the pandemic. One of the cashiers was horrible. She acted as if you owe her to shop there. The store also hiked the prices for almost everything since the start of the pandemic. Please do yourself a favor to shop in other Chinese groceries stores if you can. read more

The seafood market is really great for Asian families like ours. Not to mention, there are also really good snacks and drinks if you know what to look for. Sometimes, you can tell what is fresh and what isn't, but that just means you have train your eying skills :) It's a market after all and it's common to have to be able to tell the difference between good and bad fish, good and bad meat, or good and bad fruits and vegetables :) One thing I absolutely have to point out are the bathrooms-- They're absolutely... GREAT. Sorry, but you know how bathrooms say a lot about a place. Service is really great too, and my parents always go get the free lunch. read more

Interesting. That just about says it all. This place is really cool with the live fish, live frogs, and everything else ( I don't recommend opening the frog cooler they can jump, and they jumped right out for me!) I stop by here to get most of my Asian food ingredients ( and sometime just to look around) they have fairly good prices on most things but the cashiers can't speak English very good. read more

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Love it. Wide variety. Cleaner and better prices than the other supermarket in the area.

Yes, this place is huge and has lots of Asian ingredients, but in comparison to all of the larger Asian supermarkets I've been to, this is not that great. Prices are more expensive, produce isn't as fresh, and the small cafeteria isn't just ok. I usually get a box of food (rice with 3 dishes for about $6-7), and the food is hit or miss. Sometimes it's really good, but on other days, you can tell the food has been sitting there for a while and it's really dry. The one time that I've bought a whole duck was a HUGE disappointment. The duck was SO dry (again, you could tell it had been hanging there for a while) and there was no flavor. I've also tried the baked items, and the dough isn't that fluffy, just kind of greasy. read more

I got a bad lobster from them maybe it was just bad luck but I'm not going to try again would make a longer review but I'm feeling really sick right now read more

I really enjoy trying new foods and this place is just about perfect. I would give it 5 stars if there was someone there who could answer questions ...in English. read more

The newly opened Li Ming global market is the best international market in the triad. It's a clean and well-lit one-stop grocery shopping destination. You can find everything you need there. Li Ming also has a nice bakery, the only drawback of the fancy bakery is it only accepts cash payment. read more

This is probably the best place I've found in the area for Asian groceries, specifically Chinese. They have a massive inventory and just as many options. The place is clean and checking out was fast. The meat and seafood section has fresh foods at very reasonably prices. Definitely will be visiting more frequently now that I've found this place! read more

Today I bought some vegetables and some meat from this Chinese grocery. When I back home, I found that all vegetables and meat were given short measures. I will NOT go to this store again. read more

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My second time here. I forgot to get my bubble tea, my bakery goods, jasmine rice, smoked turkey... basically, I can't get enough of this place! I discovered this place because a friend who wanted international grocery took us here. I walked in and was instantly shocked, a clean international grocer???And I don't mean Whole Foods or Trader Joes or Mariano's...Which are all unauthentic international food mind you. Clean and well lit isle, minimal smell. Live fish!! They looked good, I was about to buy some but really, next time! There is a bakery here and a restaurant inside, how cool. Grocery, dinner and dessert, if you are nerdy, or efficient, make this place your after work hang out?? Some items are more expensive than others, however, there are a lot of varieties here!! I am genuinely impressed!!! Some of the items here I can't even find in the international grocer in Charlotte!! Fresh produce. Overall, a pleasant experience. read more

This is an excellent market this store is mostly Chinese goods. The owner is very friendly the staff is friendly. I like shopping here.

Great selection of fish, including live frogs if you can believe it. Very impressed with quality, nice clean clear eyes. Typical huge selection of fruit and veggies. Wish it was closer to home. read more

This is a great place to get your asian ingredients! There is a slight smell, but hey... it's expected, right? That's what makes it authentic! ;) There is always plenty of parking in the front. You walk in and the hot food section is to your right. We've tried it a couple of times - the food is kinda ptōng (ordinary) - something like my gramma might cook. Not knocking it, just not for us. Straight ahead is the produce section - lots of great chinese veggies that are hard to find. Head even further back and you're in the fish section... ugh. Everything looks fresh, but the smell is a little strong. The next couple of aisles to the left are the frozen / refrigerated food sections... great for stocking up on noodles, kimchee, tofu, and quick fix items such as dim sum, dumplings, bao, etc. The other aisles have asian ingredients such as sauces, spices, canned goods. Over on the far left wall are housewares and kitchen goods. LOTS of rice and instant noodle selections are at the front of the store. If I had to compare this place with Super G-Mart, it's a close call. I think Super G-Mart has more produce and it's fresher, however, I think the frozen food section has a lot more selection at Li Ming's. There is more ethnic variety at Super G-Mart (Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, Korean, etc.) vs a more limited variety at Li Ming's. Either way - if I can't find something at one place, I will head over to the other. Win-win for me :) read more