((4.25 stars)) New Kam Man is a convenient and accessibly Asian grocery store parked on Canal Street. there are variety of grocery items for the fridge, freezer, and pantry plus there are houseware like dishes and such. there is a fairly large sections of sauces and spices as well as sections of snack foods and candies. the layout can be confusing at first but the staff generally can get you to stuff you're looking despite limited English like i was looking for black garlic and eventually found it with the help of a staffer. most of downstairs is a total mix off stuff from housewares to teas to noodles and more snack items. there are a roast meat + rice counter upstairs if you're looking for hot food to go. while this store is very much from a much older NYC / Chinatown, it's relatively neat and well-maintained. for me, it's a great store when you are looking for random Asian ingredients that a mainstream grocery won't carry. worth taking a spin through it if to just see the random varieties of snacky eats of you're walking around Chinatown and need some calories. read more

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It's been quite a while since my last review hehehe, and Kam Man has gone through some changes with regards to the space upstairs. It also looks like they no longer have the restaurant toward the back on the left hand side. But, they still have downstairs - one of my happy places...a place I like to wander among the housewares and teas. If only I had more kitchen cupboard space... If you love tea, come check it out! I love their variety of teas - it's amazing, and I'm always intimidated by the ones in the huge glass jars! read more

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The siu mei window at Kam Man is a pretty lowkey spot that caters mostly to locals, despite the hordes of tourists that pass by it on Canal each day. The prices are cheaper than anywhere else I've found in Chinatown thus far, and the flavor and quality is generally pretty good. There are also some uncommon offerings here like pork intestine for the true gourmands. Conveniently located inside the market, so you can pick up some groceries along with lunch and pay all together. read more

When I've stopped by New Kam Man, it's mostly to check out the wide-ranging housewares downstairs - especially kitchenware. You'll also find adjacent tea and other dried assortment to check out. Worth a visit, if that's something you're in the market for. While shopping for a small metal dish this time, however, looked at the condiments at the street level. While Hong Kong Supermarket on Hester nearby has the largest selection, discovered that New Kam Man does offer some quite competitive prices. Also noted the roast meat booth up front. Definitely will have to explore this store a little more and recommend you do too! read more

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Another spot with a good variety of food products in Chinatown. I had been looking for these seaweed packets that I used to really love eating as a kid but nowadays is super hard to find in Chinese supermarkets (the only other place I've found these seaweed packets were at Mitsuwa). The main floor they sell food products as well as a small area for roasted meats and lunch boxes while downstairs they had an assortment of everything a Chinese kitchen would need as well as merch like plushies and other random knickknacks. Cash and credit payment is accepted here! read more

If you're in Chinatown, New Kam Man Supermarket on Canal Street is a must-visit for anyone who loves Asian food and culture. It's not just any market--New Kam Man holds the distinction of being the first Chinese supermarket in the United States. The front roast meat counter is a neighborhood favorite. Grab a box of one or two meats over rice for just $9--crispy roast pork, char siu, soy sauce chicken--hot, flavorful, and perfect for an easy lunch or no-cook dinner. Inside, you'll find a treasure trove of Asian snacks, from Korean chips to Japanese treats that are cheaper than at most Japanese convenience stores in Manhattan. It's easy to get lost in the aisles of goodies. Downstairs, explore an impressive assortment of Chinese teas. If you're lucky, Mr. Chen, the owner, might be there to walk you through which teas help with digestion, sleep, or boosting energy. It's like stepping into a living encyclopedia of tea culture. Home chefs will appreciate the wall of high-quality knives, steamers, and kitchen tools, plus shelves stocked with every Asian condiment you could imagine--soy sauce, chili crisp, fish sauce, black vinegar, and more. New Kam Man is more than a supermarket--it's a hub for food, culture, and history. Whether you're shopping for ingredients, grabbing a quick meal, or just soaking in the atmosphere, it's Chinatown at its finest. read more

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Another gem in Chinatown of a Supermarket. One stop shopping here too except they don't sell raw meat. There are kitchenware in the basement and dry goods on the first floor. Plus there is an eat in counter. A large roasted meat section which you can see in the window. They should wash the window though. Right in the busy part of Canal Street between Mulberry and Mott ! read more

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New Kam Man is located in the heart of Chinatown and conveniently within walking distance from the Canal Street subway station. You can buy snacks, beverages, frozen food, ice cream, kitchenware, etc. Check out their promotional sale items throughout the store. I bought these items below: Glico Strawberry Pocky $2.95 Moricho Iso Chidori Cracker $2.95 Tamarind Candy $2.25 Bin Seaweed Rice Cracker $1.25 Kit Kat Mini White Chocolate $2.99 Want-Want Crunchy Senbei Rice Crackers $1.95 I love, love, love New Kam Man so much! read more

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We were downtown, hitting all the spots we used to when we still lived in the City. They've really fixed the place up in about the past 40 some years. That staircase to the basement seems to get steeper every year ;) The main floor carries a wide variety of boxed, canned, and refrigerated items. That you won't find in most supermarkets. The lower level, has a lot of housewares and the knife selection has chef quality knives, with prices that are better than Henkels in the outlet store. It seems it's a little touristy now. Some reviews say that the cashiers are kind of brusque. They've always seem to have been that way. I don't take any offense to it. read more

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They have cookie tins, and Japanese/Chinese food products on 1st fl. They also carry a lot of natural/organic products aren't so expensive. ($1 cheaper thank most of places) *I added additional photos. If you're going to shop around 4pm the line is going to be very long and only one cashier is opened! There're a hello kitty/ character goods in the basement but it's not an authentic. If you're a biggest fan of the Japanese products, you'll fond out most of them. I highly recommend to buy here. It's very relaxed mood here non judgmental, I know it's not newer than other Japanese store but reasonable and not crowded. You also find products you won't see at the Japanese supermarket. This store is close enough to the subway. (3blocks) you don't have to walk far! read more

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I love this market for their tea selection on the lower level. They have reasonably priced tea pots and so many varieties of Chinese teas as well as green tea and Thai tea mixes. Really fun if you are a tea lover. The upper level also has a good variety of dried goods and snack. read more

Another great grocery store/food restaurant in Chinatown! Love grabbing Chinese condiments that are hard to find from chili crisp oil, broad black bean sauce, fermented fish sauce and more. Wide variety of snacks, cookies, savory crackers and more. Downstairs they have a bundle of ceramic wares from bowls, plates, storage containers, chopsticks and more. They also have a restaurant that serves duck, sandwiches, chat siu and other Chinese dishes. read more

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This supermarket is located near the canal street station in chinatown. It has a good assortment of affordable Japanese snacks and also dry asian goods. They also have kitchenware, utensils, and loose tea sold downstairs. Aside from that, they also sell some cooked roasted meats and asian dishes near the front! The giftshop upstairs appears to be closed. Back then, they used to sell a lot of cute japanese beauty and stationary items upstairs. It was such a bummer when I went and realized it was no longer opened. Most of the remaining beauty/stationary items are now moved to the basement but the selection is not the best. It seems more like they're trying to sell off the last bits of their inventory. The only reason why I gave them a lower rating is due to their customer service. The cashiers at this supermarket are not the friendliest especially when you ask them a question. They also rush you to bag your items at checkout. read more

Amazing store and food. Love the Japanese kit kits that they sell. I can't wait to go back.

From the ground floor, New Kam Man might look like a typical Chinatown grocer. With its roasted-meat window and eat-in counter, its aisles and refrigerated cases of new-to-you pantry staples, it kind of is. The one glaring difference is that it doesn't carry fresh produce. New Kam Man is apparently also a chain (kamman.com) with two locations in NJ and another in MA, but no coherent brand identity. What sets it apart are the other floors. Upstairs you'll find Asian beauty products. Downstairs you'll find kitchenware galore, with many models of kettles and rice cookers, and so many shelves of porcelain and ceramic dishes. These looked less well stocked than they seem to have been in the past, but they were appealingly laid out, and a man was dusting them to keep them that way. The bowls and spoons I bought could be found for less elsewhere -- probably nearby -- but they were already a bargain, and it was actually a pleasure to look for them. Normally I appreciate the way some Chinese mom-and-pop shops are stuffed with stuff, not unlike the home of a Dickensian hoarder, but as COVID restrictions are being lifted, the more spacious environs of New Kam Man's lower floor were more than welcome. That said, it ain't H Mart. The cashier was brusque and peremptory, but hey, I was in Chinatown. I expected nothing different. read more

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I have been here often since, I used to work in the area. The store is filled with Asian goodies. The store is filled with two floors. The main floor has groceries and the lower level has more house goodies. The goodies are affordably priced for some items. They do have sales sometimes throughout the store. read more

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This is one of the most noticeable grocery shops in Chinatown. This is the first time I ever entered here. My family usually goes to the Po Wing Hong grocery shop. There is a staircase leading upstairs. At the side of the shop is a food shop. Seeing that the prices are comparable to Po Wing Hong, I ordered some Nissin Demae cup noodles. There was only one person doing checkout. As many of the residents in Chinatown are elders, checking out can be a hassle. read more

I had a chance to visit for the first time this weekend and am already excited for my next trip there. I personally hate grocery shopping in Chinatown just because it is so chaotic (why are the lines almost always so long?), so it was nice to find this spot that I can come to when I'm not looking for fresh produce. The prices are reasonable and the selection is extensive. Things also look clean and organized. I actually didn't notice the bbq section in the corner when I first walked in so was very curious as to why I was smelling the delicious scent of bbq but while waiting to be checked out, I finally saw it. Will also be checking out that corner in more detail next time. read more

Would go back if super close and shopping for a gift or something specifically asian. Might go back to eat at the little food counter too. Would definitely come back to pick up a Jong je! Banana leaf sticky rice with pork and egg inside yum, and other variations, going to have to get this next time to see if it's like my grandma's. Gift shop upstairs! With cute asian stationary and knick knacks! And face mask and other skin care things. Ground level has assortment of asian snacks, frozen food, dried goods... Front has roasted duck and pig from the butcher.. read more

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This definitely hit the spot. A happy helping of beef and mushrooms. It definitely hit the spot on cold day. Great food and service here Definitely will be back again! Did I mention their store is filled with goodies read more

Not sure what happened since my family and I been coming here since I could remember for Asian groceries. The deals, variety of their snacks, and furikake keep us coming back. Love the basement. Almost everything in my parents' kitchen is from there. But the cashiers lately have been extremely rude. I'm not sure if it's the pandemic or every time I've stopped by has been a bad day for them, but I was quite heart broken as a long time customer. It makes me hesitant to stay a returning customer. And no...it's not only to the non-Asian customers...I'm Chinese and it happened to me as well. read more

Their prices are a bit cheaper than some other markets I've been to in Flushing especially for their snacks and medications/ointments (like Tiger Balm) . The only downside is they don't have the largest variety available. read more

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We came pretty early in the day, so we were among the first to wander around the aisles. I spent 20 years on the West Coast, in Seattle and near San Francisco, both of which have significant Asian populations, so I had a pretty good idea of what things would cost. Still, there was a little bit of a sticker shock, and all I walked out with was an extra long spoon specifically made for stirring iced tea. Upstairs they have a separate section if you love journaling, pens and stationary. It was a pretty small selection and may only appeal to 8 year olds. Downstairs was a mix of dinnerware, pots and pans and kitchen gear. Rice cookers? Go at it. Staff work very hard to look like they hate you and they hate working there. I'm not kidding - they look absolutely miserable. And it was barely 10 AM. read more

I love shopping here every time Im in the neighborhood! They have everything from skincare, dried good, snacks, dishware, and more! The downstairs is filled with lots of great things for your kitchen!! My friend just got the perfect cast iron wok where and I picked up some beautiful porcelain pieces for a friend overseas. Highly recommend for both tourists and locals! #shopchinatown read more

New Kam Man - Beautiful porcelain pieces! - International Grocery Near Me - New York, New York

I like this Chinese grocery store. It's got everything I'm looking for at an affordable price. I love their tea sets, teas, snacks, candies, and other kitchenware stuff. There are three floors here. After you enter the main floor you will see all their grocery items, the top floor has hello kitty/gift type things, and the bottom floor has all sorts of kitchenware. Employees here are friendly enough. They ring you up and wrap up your goodies quickly. No, there may not be a whole lot of service with a smile here. It is what it is. This place is affordable and convenient if you're walking around Chinatown. read more

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Whenever am in Chinatown, I have to stop here to stock up on Asian staples. While I have Asian markets closer to where I live, it doesn't have the wide selection and the affordable prices. Main Floor - is where all the Asian pantry and frozen foods are. I like to stock up on - lychee jello cups, black sesame /peanut candy, spicy cuttlefish, bean curd noodle, laksa curry noodle, soy bean drink, frozen fish balls, frozen scallion pancake, fish / pork floss, canned bamboo shoots, canned baby corn, canned lychees. They have prepared foods / takeaway section - I like the drunken chicken, marinated pork/ edamame salad, glutinous rice in bamboo leaves. Basement - browse huge selection of dinnerware - rice bowls, tea cups, chopsticks - and other homeware and cooking equipment. Upstairs - is the emporium of Asian cuteness - cat figurines, cute stationary, origami paper. There is also beauty skincare products from Asia as well. read more

This is our go to place during Mooncake season for a great variety of flavors - they even have frozen mooncake. The upstairs has a variety of Asian foods (Chinese, Korean , Japanese). The basement has home goods including sale sets and steamers. There is also a solid tea section, cute stationary too. read more

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I don't really come here for snacks or stuff like that because I find that their prices can be a bit higher than other places. Even though its not a lot higher, a penny saved is still a penny earned. I do like that they hava a large variety of stuff, but I don't like that it can get kinda cramped at times. I think its better off with shopping at other places if u want goodies. What I do like about this place is that they created a beauty section upstairs. I really LOVE the variety there and how I don't feel like I am in those regular chinese beauty stores where they lady kinda watches you and constantly asks what you are looking for (when i just want to look around). The only issue is that their prices can also be a bit high, but they do have sales which is the good thing. If you look out for sales, then u may get it for the same prices as what beauty stores sell them for. At times they also have a sale where the items are 15% off if its on the non-sale section. They always have a section where selected items are discounted which is set on these tables. I like the range of Japanese brands they offer. Some include, Gatsby, Lucido-L, Koji, Aqualabel, Shiseido, My Beauty Diary, B&C and many many more. read more

Came in early to browse. Loved the downstairs section with the big selection of housewares. Seemed a bit overpriced as in $11 for a small platter. The staff was unfriendly and unhelpful. Pretty much barked at me when I tried to ask questions. Went over to check out their prepared food section. When I tried to take a picture of their roast duck (not of any of the people behind the counter) someone came flying over and started yelling and swatting at me. I noped out of there. No thanks. Don't need to spend my cash there. read more

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A field trip during intermission of an all day Cantonese and Mandarin classes, which I have never step foot inside New Kam Man of all my years of existence on Earth. I've passed by numerous times and thought it was a pharmacy store until a fellow classmate opened my mind which a new light shined through. New Kam Man has been New York's Chinatown long established leader owned by the original America's original Chinese immigrants--Toisan and is the Asian counterpart to Tiffany's in quality as well as price. There are three floors of Chinese grocery; Asian pottery; tea pots; cast iron tea pots; woks; rice cookers; hand held fans; decorative fans; chopsticks; chopstick box storage; traditional Chinese patterns of china; Japanese style lunch boxes; cosmetics; loose tea; package teas; herbs; herbal medications; and Chinese herbal medicine ointments. The upper level has been renovated to house an extensive Hello Kitty stationery; trinkets; sauce holders; sake bottles and cups; bags; blankets; lunch boxes; jewelry; wallets, etc. This upper level also houses Japanese cosmetics and skincare. New Kam Man's products are very well made of longevity quality thus comes with high prices. Someone stated to me (which I greatly agree and would dare not shop there again) that New Kam Man is the Chinese counterpart to the American Tiffany's with upscale, ultra high-end quality and high price. One large package of Pocky and a stainless steel Hello Kitty mug depleted my funds immensely for the week at a utter shocking total of $18.00, ayia! read more

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The quality of the foods here has gone down a bit in the aisles (quality and lack of expiry dates), and the Hong Kong Supermarket and other large markets up on Elizabeth above Canal have taken a lot of business away from here. The smaller, dirtier feel, well, that hasn't helped, but the good thing is that they are trying. They started up a hot food bar in the back left, though I don't know how the food is, and the basement still stocks a nice set of dishes, albeit some covered with dust. I do feel like it's more tourists here than anything... read more

I only come here because I love the Kam Man located in Edison. The one in Edison make this one look like a convenience store. But the Chinatown location still has more Taiwanese products like the soft walnut date candy and salted duck egg than the other supermarkets nearby. They have a really nice selection of Japanese bowls actually made in Japan downstairs. The bowls are so sturdy. They also have a small section of noodles downstairs. They don't have any fresh vegetables and meat, so I usually come for their dry or refrigerated goods. Things I buy the most here: Tomato pretz, Taiwanese walnut date candy, Tom Yum seaweed, egg tofu, salted duck egg, shiitake mushrooms, sauces, powders for steaming and baking (they don't have Indica powder unfortunately), and Chinese sausage. Recently I got into buying there prepared meats. I love getting their braised pig intestines and beef tendon. I also got their duck once which is $11 for a whole duck. It's slightly cheaper than Big Wong which sells it for $11.50, but Big Wong does taste better and less oily. read more

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I visited this grocery store on a weekend to stock some Asian groceries. It has a decent selection of foods (although I felt like it was lacking in the fresh vegetables that I wanted). The main floor has lots of frozen foods and pastries. I found some sliced pork, dumplings, and fishballs here. I loved exploring the basement which has so much cookware and dinner are ranging from teacups to chopsticks. read more

This was a great supermarket I stumbled into saving me the crosstown trek to get some savory Asian food stuffs. This little place has three levels, everything you can think of and great prices! I have scoured supermarkets for wonton soup base and look and behold they had it for less than $2 for 5 packets! Downstairs there is a vast selections of teas, teapots, teacups, and cookware. By teas, i mean regular bags/loose teas not be confused with milk tea packets with cream and sugar in them.... those are upstairs with their own aisle. There is a lunch counter of some sort with smiley customers who chat, eat and nod. Most people briskly move about the space, but the employees will help you if you ask a question. The checkout process is quick and easy with friendly, efficient cashiers. I will definitely be back. read more

New Kam Man - All of this for under $15!!!!! And there is 5 leaf ginseng tea packets there! - International Grocery Near Me - New York, New York

This place is awesome! You will find all your favorite Asian delights. I was on the search for great powdered green tea. I purchased the tea and a few other treats. Location Chinatown Very busy Staff is helpful Lines move slowly but that's ok Multiple levels Package food as, well as fresh foods, cooked food, herbs, teas etc Prices Very reasonable read more

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I love Chinatown for it's restaurants and supermarkets. I really like walking through and discovering new things. Quite a few years ago I came here on a whim and found the "department store" of my dreams. Dinnerware, cutlery, knives, you name it.The highlight of my visit was finding the dinnerware of my dreams. Blue dishes with a cherry blossom motif. I got a sake set, Teapot, Sushi set and some dishes. When I went on line I discovered I had saved a bundle of money. Fast forward to yesterday, I returned to add to my set as I really want to make it my everyday set. Plates still there, bowls still there, prices still great, happy me! read more

My friend went to this store to buy some bottled water and received a burnt coin as change. She kindly asked the cashier (photo attached) to replace that burnt coin and that cashier gave her an attitude and hurled the bottled water she bought towards the side. She even muttered fiery words in Cantonese. What a way to treat your customers! read more

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Love everything in the basement, amazing japanese dish collection. Grab some roast pork or crispy pork from the bbq section. Quick and delicious meal plus grocery shopping. read more

I have been coming here for decades. Always a great place to buy groceries, beauty staff and cooking tools or kitchenware. The staff is helpful and they have never seem grumpy to help. Also they have a great selection of teas, dried food (shrimp, calamari, etc), frozen section and food counter where you can get duck and goose, beef entrails, etc. Their pre-cook ready to serve items are very tasty, portions are generous and prices are fair. read more

Hey, this is the current reigning Duchess of New Kam Man (aka Kam Man Hibachi) speaking. It's April 7th on a Saturday night and if you want to order the last call is 6:45 p.m. cause they plan to close shop at 7 p.m. I've been eating here since November 2016, on almost a weekly basis. I love this place. They all know me by now. I'm from Hong Kong and this place keeps me in touch with my roots. I love listening to the Cantonese chatter between the workers and the clientele. Ninety percent of the menu, which includes things like shabu shabu hot pot, sushi bentos, sushi rolls, noodle soups, and rice dishes are under $10. I really enjoy the "sushi pizza", which is basically an avocado and sashimi salad. Another favorite is the fish hot pot (no spicy please, cause I want to spice it up myself) and if you're feeling carnivorous, get the Taiwan Style Pork Chop Noodle Soup. Or just anything with those pork chops. They pack a flavorful mouth punch. And if you need a bathroom, there's a dinky toilet downstairs. Tight closet space, but functional. Remember this is a Chinese supermarket. The restaurant just runs its business in it. They take credit cards, but you'll have to pay a supermarket cashier for that. I'm going to get back to my food. Maybe I'll see you around. I'm here way more often than my check-ins suggest. read more

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