Delicious food and great customer service! The chicken over rice was perfect: spicy without being…read moretoo hot. We went back the next day for iced lattes which were also very good and made with fresh espresso. The market section is limited but curated and had a thorough selection of grains, spices, etc. The owners are incredibly warm and made us want to return.

A great little market and mom-and-pop! Mostly Ethiopian products, especially dry goods and packaged…read morefood, at solid prices. The couple who run it seem chill and friendly. I popped in today for a couple lentil sambusas, which were tasty, mildly spicy, and pretty cheap. This place is just one of those local, independent Ethiopian market-cafe establishments that DC is lucky enough to have many of.

I've traveled to several international markets in the area. I found this market to be one of the…read morebest. They stock fresh produce/herbs that are hard to find in regular grocery stores. Produce like Thai Basil, and Thai Eggplant. I traveled to 3 stores in the area trying to find the Eggplant. They have rows and rows of Asian sauces, curries, etc. I highly recommend if you do a lot of Thai cooking and want that authentic taste.

I did my groceries on November 21, 2025.my credit card was skimmed at the register. Later that day…read moremy account was hacked and all my money was gone from my account. I contacted the store, terrible service. I reported this incident to local authoritie.

My new favorite neighborhood mart. The produce section here is on point - quality, variety, and…read morepriced very right. We got three ripe mangoes for $2, 1 lb of serranos for $2, and three giant green peppers for $2. The spice section was also particularly well stocked, with options that you can't find at any of the nearby stores. The store itself is immaculately clean and tidy, and appears to be family owned. Will definitely be back when I need corn tortillas, a mangonada fix, jalapeños, or a cold Jarritos.

LOVE THIS NEW MARKET!!!! It's all bodega like with conchas and carne asada and I LOVE TO SEE IT…read more They went out of their way to get non dairy milk when I requested it and WOW!! Just so sweet. Great owners and great staff. They don't take EBT yet, but I still think it's worth it y'all. ITS A YES FROM ME!

So happy this new small business opened up on Kennedy! It's so nice to see another family-run,…read moreindependent spot set up shop. The folks behind the cash register are always friendly. Overall a great corner market that packs a lot into a small amount of space. I appreciate that they have a mix of different food stuffs--both cheaper staples and fancier items (e.g. both organic gluten free pasta and instant ramen; all-natural snacks and also Oreos and chips). The produce seems fresh and I love how many vegan options there are, especially the non-dairy cheeses! Plus they have toiletries, OTC medication, etc. I've popped in several times and I'll be back!

I stopped in for the grand-opening of this organic grocery store and was very impressed. It's like…read morea cross between a convenience store and a supermarket. The store was bright, clean, and well-organized with an expansive selection of organic and conventional items. Although a few items may cost more than they would at a national supermarket chain, many items cost the same or less than you'd find elsewhere. One thing that's particularly nice about this store is that they sell a lot of single-serve items -- so if you ever want a healthy snack but don't necessarily want to commit to buying an entire box of something, you can stop in here (and much like a CVS or convenience store) grab just one of the item without breaking the bank. I also appreciate that this place has fresh produce, including apples, avocados, cabbage, etc. so it's also the kind of place where you can grab a few dinner items without fighting the crazy lines at Walmart or driving farther out to a full-service store. There is also a hot food station at the register that serves spring rolls and meat patties. All in all, this is a great new addition to our neighborhood, and I hope it gets plenty of support from the community!

Love this tiny grocery store for east asian staples like thai basil, miso, thai chilis, etc. They…read morealso have a great selection of snacks including sometimes their homemade onigiri. Great spot whether you just want snacks or staple ingredients for dinner.

Very small, cute Japanese market off U street. My curiosity wouldn't allow me to walk by without…read morechecking it out and I'm so glad that I did. It is a tight space but there are quite a bit of items to choose from pastries to condiments to matcha! I didnt want to leave empty handed without supporting the store. So, I just grabbed a bag of matcha after a quick Google review search. I can't wait to try it out! Service was kind at checkout and I would def stop back in the next time I'm in the area! BTW, that bag of matcha was less than $10! Great deal!

I had my first visit here on a Sunday afternoon. It was moderately packed, but that's expected as…read moremost people do grocery shopping on Sunday before the new week. There is ample parking in the parking lot as it is in a plaza with other establishments. The establishment is large and has an abundance of products. There are items from fruit, vegetables, fresh seafood, meat, meats, and a large variation of canned goods and package products. The entire area was very clean and things were in place. I feel this establishment represents a vast array of cultures and you can probably find anything you need here. The employees were extremely pleasant. Don't be surprised if it's a little hard to navigate the aisles as the aisles are a bit thin so getting two carts past each other is a bit of a challenge. However, patrons were friendly and move around as needed. They do allow tap to pay for those who use that option.

This store is a hard no for me. Honestly, I'm not sure why it's not a no for others. The stench…read morealone is enough to make you turn right back around. Yes, the prices are decent, but the smell? It's overwhelming and honestly hard to ignore. It's giving needs a deep clean, ASAP. Until then, I'll be shopping elsewhere.

My wife and I stopped off here on the way home from looking at granite countertops in CollegePark…read more I had been hoping to pick up some Korean spices (flakes and paste), and sadly their collection of Korean food was paltry. But nothing else was paltry. A huge collection of produce, aisles of dried beans and bags of rice, and collections of Latino dried spices to beat the band. I was happy to fill in the home collection of dried peppers and hibiscus flowers Not likely we will intheneighborhood again any time soon, but if I am I would stop here for sure

I came in just to buy a coconut water, and somehow that turned into one of the most frustrating…read morecustomer service experiences I've had. I stood there waiting while multiple employees looked right past me and never acknowledged me. It honestly felt like I was invisible. A simple "We'll be with you in a minute" would have gone a long way, but instead I was completely ignored. Eventually I got my coconut water, but by then the experience had already been ruined. Good customer service doesn't cost anything, and customers shouldn't have to work just to get someone's attention. I won't be coming back unless they start treating people with more respect. (I am black)

Afrik International Foods is one of the reasons I like living in the NoMa area. Being near diverse…read moregrocery stores is something I grew up with and is not something I can compromise on when choosing a neighborhood to live in. The store has a variety of meats, both fresh and frozen. They also carry household staple ingredients and seasonings. When choosing a place to shop, I'd highly consider buying from here to support a local business and butcher.

I usually go to the international market in PG but this was so close to me and all I needed was a…read morefew items for a peanut butter stew. It was surprisingly not busy for a Saturday. There are limited selection on fresh produce but many meat options at a good price and quality. I was in and out in 2 minutes. The cashier was super friendly and even gave me a plastic gag to line my reusable cloth bag because the meat I bought was a little moist. It's not the best market but it's convenient and it's one of the only black owned shops in Union Market. If you need simple African ingredients then this is for you. Please keep them open!

Had takeout from here to get some quick shawarma wraps as a last-minute dinner. I did not realize…read morebefore placing the order that it was so close to their 7PM closing time, so I'll keep that in mind for the rest of the review. The interior is small, with a takeout counter and a little shop with packaged Mediterranean goods. The service was quick, the workers were friendly (despite us coming when they were about to close) and the order was ready when we arrived. The shawarma wrap was fine, not really matching my expectation for shawarma or the description on their website menu. This could have been an error, or could have been because they were at the end of their shift, but the chicken was seasoned very simply with what tasted like just salt and pepper and seemed to be grilled rather than cooked on a spit. The saving grace for the wrap was the garlic sauce and the pickled vegetables, which were able to partially make up for the lack of flavor from the chicken. Lastly, the Uber Eats special said that it was 2 shawarma wraps for the price of one (~$19). I was surprised to see this, because $19 feels like an absurd cost for a single shawarma wrap, though it was a reasonably good deal for two. After digging afterward, I found that this cost was inflated on Uber Eats and the price for takeout listed on their website is $10.99 for a single wrap. I was extremely disappointed to see this kind of deceptive marketing. Overall, the shawarma wrap was subpar and the marketing was misleading. I don't plan on going back to Shemali's anytime soon.

Such a hidden gem. Tucked away in a shopping center, no windows- I found it after an appointment…read more But Im glad I did. Delicious shawarma bowl! Chicken was flavorful and big portions. Quick service. Loved the grocery section with middle eastern products. Def will be returning before my next annual check up!