Small and very clean, almost hole in the wall kind of place in an old shopping center in a…read moreresidential neighborhood. Arabic music playing. Service is very friendly, and as quick as possible, considering that stuff seems to be made to order. I ordered a chicken kebab platter which comes over a bed of basmati rice, possibly with saffron. Whatever the rice tasted great and it wasn't dry like at a lot of places. The chicken was marinated in a tangy yogurt-spice mix, grilled and topped with a tahini sauce. Delicious! As sides I got mujadara and roasted vegetables which were also tasty. I'll be back for takeout for sure in the future.

"Bodega-like Mediterranean Grill & Grocery in Parkwood area of Durham"…read more This place is WAY off the beaten path for most, but I'm so happy to have gotten to try it out. Nestled in a little strip between a Muslim school and a mosque is this grill and grocery. We came on a Wednesday evening, and almost every table was already taken by diners. You order your food at a counter, and it has the Middle Eastern foods you'd expect-- kofta, shawarma, gyros, falafel, baba ghanouj, hummus, baklava, etc. I opted for the lamb gyro sandwich with a side of baba ghanouj, and my dining partner had the falafel sandwich. They call your number when it's ready. Food took maybe 10 minutes to receive, so we browsed the market area. It's not a huge selection, but very traditional-- nice seeing so many labels in Arabic, and along with standards (e.g., canned fava beans for Ful Medames), they also had things like frozen chopped mulukhiyah leaves-- that's definitely a rarer sight. Lots of good spices too. The food was EXCELLENT. The lamb was juicy and perfect (unlike what another Yelp review said), the tzatziki sauce was delicious, and the baba ghanouj was perfectly cooked and textured. I had a small bite of the falafel, and it was indeed one of the best I've had in the US. Price was fair, too-- the sandwiches are all under $10 before tax and tip, and making it a combo with side and drink cost just something like $2.50. And service was friendly-- although they called out numbers, they did walk out with the food to try to find and bring you your dishes. And while it was an older space, it was overall still generally clean. Overall, I'd VERY happily come back.

I absolutely LOVE the flavored vinegars! It's a bit of a drive for me from N Raleigh. And it's…read moretucked around the back of a building strip of other stores...also the store front doesn't say Olive Wagon.

Terrible service. Said they were open. Drove for 49 minutes store CLOSED and phone disconnected…read more Terrible. Hope you close forever

When I come to Fresh International Market, I don't come to shop, I come to eat. As someone who…read morevalues the bang for your buck, a place that will offer you rice and three sides for less than $12 is always going to make me happy. Okay, I am not going to forget the rest of the store. Fresh International is the closest place to me that does Chinese centric groceries, which is a necessity at times. Sure, H-Mart is closer to me, but some days I just prefer using the soft Chinese tofu instead of the Korean option. Not only that, but they have a better selection of rice and other snacks and treats. There is a seafood counter, butcher, a bakery attached, and the main attraction for me, their hot bar. The hot bar is cafeteria style in which you point to what you want in front of you. There is a blend of traditional Chinese options and some other more Americanized options. They have all different types of meats, including steamed fish, pork, chicken, etc, as well as tofu and vegetable options. The most expensive option is the $10.99 rice and three options, which is already a bargain in this economy. The food itself is solid for the price, and is very fulfilling. I would totally have this every lunch! Attached to the hot bar is the Chinese BBQ section. There, you can get roast pork, duck and other fresh meats. Their roast pork with the crispy skin absolutely rocks. The meat is tender and the skin is crispy and crunchy. My only problem with Fresh International are their hours. Their hot bar closes at 6:30 PM, while the store stays open until 9. I came at 7:00 PM and they were already wrapped up! Bummer! Make sure to come at lunch while the food is hot and fresh!

Fresh International Market's hot bar has solid value, but the overall experience was just okay…read more The biggest positive is the portion size. For $10.99 (three-item plate), you get a very generous amount of food, which is hard to beat. There are also a decent number of meat options to choose from. That said, the selection felt limited for anyone going meat-free, and more importantly, the food itself lacked flavor. The mapo tofu was disappointing, and the bok choy was pretty bland. Others in our group tried the orange chicken, which was described as okay, but nothing anyone would go out of their way for. Overall, it's filling and affordable, but not particularly memorable. Good for quantity, just not quality or standout flavor.

Was on a hunt for some dried red chilies and fresh pasties. Someone mentioned this spot and I am…read moreglad I had the chance to check them out. It was very clean and spacious inside. They have a variety of goods and staff were super friendly. They also cook and sale food here. I would love to try some of their food.

Lovely new edition to the neighborhood! The young lady at the checkout couldn't have been nicer and…read moremore helpful. Stopped in Las Carolinas Fresh Market in Durham today. The shelves are stocked full with wonderful delights. They have a meat counter, fresh produce, cold and frozen items, and on the weekends they have homemade items to go. This weekend they're having fresh made elotes, rich birria w/consume, and fresh ingredients for tamales! I can't wait to try them all! Check their Facebook page for more info.

amazing produce selection and very friendly staff!!! the prices are great and they have a $25 bag…read moredeal!

Excellent food and ambiance. Every time I go, the clerk at the counter has a great smile and…read moresouthern hospitality. The shoppers are kind and community centered swapping recipes while sharing their favorite produce of the week. So happy I found this place.

best store in durham raleigh chapei hill area staff curtious helpful well stocked store we no…read morelonger go to raleigh for groceries we have been shopping at this store for more than 20 years staff recognises mf and gives tips to save highly satisfied usha dev

clean store, very friendly owners. I was looking to buy buckwheat and went to a couple stores with…read moreno luck, this place was the only one I found that carried it!

Excellent pizza with non traditional flavors. Hummus was…read moreexcellent, though not enough bread was given. Lemon was a star throughout the menu. I had lemon in three different forms here, from the compound butter, the hummus, and my kielbasa pizza with a lemon ricotta base. Attentive service and modern atmosphere made this a place that I'll return for business lunches in the future.

After several similar experiences at Glasshouse Kitchen, we decided it was time to share one…read more Located in Research Triangle Park, Glasshouse Kitchen occupies its own attractive building within an office complex. For me, it's traditionally been a business lunch or dinner destination, but this visit was a personal lunch during the workday. We've now been here several times over the years, and unfortunately the experience has been remarkably consistent. For lunch we ordered: * Blackberry Salmon * Shrimp & Grits * Unsweetened Iced Tea * Saratoga Still Water Our bill came to $70.38 before tax and tip and also included a 3.5% Kitchen Appreciation Fee. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Both the building and the dining room create an inviting atmosphere that makes you expect a memorable meal. The ingredients were clearly high quality, and that's what made the meal somewhat frustrating. The execution simply didn't bring those ingredients to life. The Shrimp & Grits came with only five shrimp. They were perfectly cooked, but the portion felt small for the price. The grits were prepared correctly but lacked much flavor or personality. The Blackberry Salmon had similar issues. The salmon itself was cooked well but wasn't seasoned to let its flavor shine. The rice was bland, and while the blackberries were an interesting idea, they didn't really complement the salmon for us. Again the portion was adequate but not generous. Service was pleasant. We were seated immediately despite arriving at noon on a weekday, and our order was taken promptly. As on previous visits, though, there was a noticeable wait before the food arrived. Parking has always been somewhat limited, although the restaurant now offers complimentary valet parking, which is a nice improvement. One final surprise came when reviewing the receipt afterward: the 3.5% Kitchen Appreciation Fee. We hadn't noticed it during the meal, we were not told about it and then tipped in addition to it. Whether or not restaurants choose to add this type of fee is their decision, but we'd appreciate it being communicated more clearly before the bill arrives so that we are not tipping the 3.5% fee itself. Ultimately, we wanted to like Glasshouse Kitchen more than we did. The setting is beautiful, the ingredients are good, and the staff is pleasant. But after several visits, we continue to come away feeling that the food needs more thoughtful seasoning, the portions don't quite justify the price, and the overall value doesn't match the cost. We hope they'll refine the menu because the restaurant has the foundation to be much better than the meals we've experienced.

Went today to just see what was going on. Light crowd. Parked in the area near the market and…read morewalked with my son and my yorkie to see what was happening. It's pretty sparse as it's end of season. I bought a loaf of bread from one stand and some pasta at another. I was next in line to buy some cheese from Box Carr when a person came up, pulled me aside and said "we don't allow dogs". So I took my dog to the car and left after telling her she just cost her vendor a sale and her market a customer. Won't be back. If you're going to make the stupid decision to prohibit dogs in a parking lot of a mall where the actual businesses are all dog friendly, then make sure you post that plainly. Also, it's an open air market. Very Chapel Hill Fascist vibe. Avoid.

The South Durham Farmer's Market moved in July 2024 to The Hub RTP off of Hwy 54 in Durham. The…read morevendors are great and there's a nice variety of produce, baked goods, and other products. It's a very nice way to spend your Saturday morning while supporting local farmers and vendors.