My go-to place for pho in Olympia!…read more Ambiance - Market/restaurant combo in an old strip mall-esque building. Seating for about 25-30 people in the restaurant area. Service - always prompt and efficient! Order at counter and grab a seat or grab a seat and they will come get your order... either way seems to work! Food - we haven't tried 'em all, but so far our family's preferred pho stop in Oly proper! Pricing is fair and reasonable for portion size. Broth is excellent... select 3 protein sources of your choosing for no up charge. We will continue to patronize Capitol Market! We love it!

The market is the only Asian market in the area located along a busy street. There were many…read more grocery staples available for purchase. However, the fresh vegetables were not as fresh and minimally available. The prices are moderate too. If you are hungry, there is a restaurant located next door to the market where you can dine in or order take out. The food was delicious and staff was friendly and attentive.

Maybe I'm a little spoiled coming from California where Asian grocery stores are everywhere and…read morepacked with options, but I've been trying to find good local spots since moving to Lacey. Arirang is one of the smaller Asian markets in the area, so I decided to stop by while looking for pork belly and a specific ingredient--shrimp paste. I was hoping to find fresh pork belly since I'm used to my previous markets having a small butcher or deli section, but the only option here was frozen. It still worked out fine, but I did have to defrost it for a couple of hours before I could cook with it, which wasn't ideal when I was hoping to make lunch right away. One thing I did appreciate was their selection of Korean sides. I was pleasantly surprised to find seasoned black beans, which I really enjoy and don't always see at some markets. Their snack section was okay as well, though the overall selection felt pretty limited--understandable given the size of the store. I thought I might have missed the shrimp paste somewhere in the aisles, but when I asked the cashier, she let me know they were currently out of stock. That was a bit disappointing since I came in with a short list of ingredients and still couldn't find what I needed, so I ended up going to a Vietnamese market down the street afterward. The shop itself is pretty small, and the entrance to the parking lot feels a bit tight but there's a fair amount of spaces to park. I do like that this store is very close to where I live in Lacey, so it's convenient when I just need to stop by quickly. Overall, it's an okay neighborhood market and I might come back here for convenience, but I'm not sure it'll become my go-to spot for bigger Asian grocery shopping trips.

I like going here mostly because of proximity. Located on Martin Way in Lacey, it's a two minute…read moredrive from my home. They have much of what I desire in Korean foods, though I mostly purchase the turnips, fish cake, and kimchee. That said, the prices are on the high end. The store is set in a sloppy way, and the windows are wallpapered with Korean posters (not smart for safety reasons). Also, the parking lot can be tricky getting into and out of. I'll keep going here for my sides, but I'm losing my shirt in doing so. EXAMPLE: Small premade bowls of rice (single serve) are $2.99 each. Same brand, one case of twelve at Costco only $11.99, or $1,00 each. Three at Costco for the price of one at Arirang.

Stopped by this small oriental market recently and had a pretty good experience overall. Parking…read morewas easy to find since the store is located near a few other businesses, so that was already a plus before even stepping inside. I came here to Ben Thanh with a specific mission: finding shrimp paste that I couldn't track down at another oriental market down the street. Thankfully, they had exactly what I was looking for, which immediately earned them some points in my book. It's always a relief when a place carries those harder-to-find items. While browsing the aisles, I was pleasantly surprised to spot a few other things I'd like to come back for in the future, like different varieties of rice and Chinese sausages. One thing that really caught me off guard was that they sold baklava here! I decided to give it a try and, honestly, it tasted pretty good. I didn't do a full grocery haul this time, so I can't really comment on how their prices compare, but for convenience alone it's a great little shop to have nearby. Since I live fairly close in Lacey, I can definitely see myself stopping by again to check out more of their selection. There wasn't really a line; the cashier spoke both English and Vietnamese, was polite, welcoming enough, and quick to ring me up. Overall, a nice little market that came through when I needed it.

What a great selection and excellent pricing packed into a modest sized store! It makes shopping…read moreeasy. Everything was cleanly shelved and the aisles made sense in terms of product layout. Caters very well to southeast Asian cuisines, notably Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai. I quickly grabbed a big jar of kimchi from the cooler, a bag of jasmine rice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, and of course dehydrated shitake mushrooms. This allows you to get started with a bare bones Asian meal of rice with sides. Anyway I was well pleased with the prices. I didn't have to sift through massive choice like at H Mart, and I could get shopping done quick!

this is a new grocery, they have such an amazing selection…read moreof foods here, with the best selection of frozen indian /nepalese foods i have ever seen, great spices and ingredients for cooking at home, and options for both meat and vegetarian lovers, spiritual supplies, a small bakery with fresh cakes/ sweets. they will have a restaurant soon- can't wait! the person working here was very kind and friendly. i felt comfortable here and at home shopping for great things to cook, and want to come back soon.

The man working up front stands there stuffing his mouth and watching soccer while blatantly being…read morerude and ignoring people trying to ask simple questions. He was careless and his attitude and lack of respect for others was very shocking. Was going to buy but decided to leave.

Cute little market tucked away near the Tacoma Mall. A friend and I were on the hunt for kataifi…read moreand Said held some for us the next day. It was a hot day and Said gave my friend and I a drink from his cooler. We'll never forget his kindness! Please support this business!

We're not usually into this type of food, but we do like Dubai chocolate so we thought it would be…read morecheaper to make some ourselves rather than pay $20 for a bar at Nom Nom Stop. Came in and yes, they have Kataifi and tahini paste, but they did not have the pistachio butter. We grabbed what we could as we admired all the lavosh bread near the cashier. On our way out the door, we saw they had labne. Sis grabbed some and the shop owner saw her delight and recommended another brand which she was happy to also purchase. It's a small ethnic store, not a gigantic T&T or anything, but I love stores like this because they have enough of what they need for the clientele they serve. We will definitely return for more of that labne.

Small family ran restaurant. Please remember when visiting this store, it is small and looks as…read morethough a new standup. The shelves are not full by far, the products are not a huge variety, and the products are not all high-end quality. They have a seafood deli (Kim Chee bar) and this is probably their most impressive section of their store. Everyone here is very nice, but again, new small store. I think with enough support, this place could be great. Provide input to the management for suggestions of products they should consider carrying. If you cannot find anything you want here, H-Mart and Paldo World in only five minutes up the street. Give these guys a shot and support our local community!

A first timer to this Korean Supermarket!! Found it online, on TikTok, of all places. Saw the…read moreadvertisement and reviews, so wanted to check it out. The store and parking lot are small. But inviting. Their specialties are the Korean Banchan (Sidedishes). All Homemade, with a variety of choices. Got there around 11:00 AM on Saturday, 5/03/25. There was nobody inside the store, so maneuvering the cart around the aisles was easy as well as browsing around. Definitely bought some Korean Kimbap, Sidedishes and Spicy Jerky. Prices were a bit on the higher side than other Asian grocery stores, though. The elderly couple who runs the store were very amicable and polite. We received excellent customer service. Talked to him a little bit in Korean as well.

Stumbled upon this lovely little café while visiting downtown Shelton and had such a great…read moreexperience. The people were incredibly warm and friendly, and the Americano was excellent I would recommend this as a spot worth stopping into if you're exploring the area. I can't wait to come back and hangout

While purporting to be a collective place for all artists, it is not! When you go there to…read moreparticipate in artists focused activities and meeting of minds, it is far from that. I am female but, I get a sense that there is a very anti-male feeling, which, as an artist who wants to meet with others and share and discuss, I do not understand! My husband has incredible paintings to share and show but...no space at the Inn.... What is the REAL purpose of this entity? If it's a "girl" "woman" "lesbian" collective I am okay with that and support all individuals and individuality! But, if not and you REALLY want to support ALL Shelton artists, you might want to rethink your appraise your stance and....

I was here about 4-5 years ago and remember being turned off by the dilapidated exterior, dingy…read moreinterior lighting and what appear a discount outlet of items that fell off the boat or were shipped to the U.S. in error. That said, after today's visit, I stand corrected. The exterior is run down and the lighting inside is depressing, but the place is clean, the staff is nice and the pricing is competitive. If this place had a robust meat selection, I think they could give Uwajimaya a run. I didn't find everything I was looking for, but the dry spices and vegetables were exactly what I was after. I didn't see cabbage or celery, but the selection was still more diverse than any other store I've visited. My singular knock was the two guys stocking the store. Both were kind and polite, but they also had radios blasting music. I'm sensitive to sound, so it made it hard for me to focus and I'm sure a couple items I was after I missed, because I couldn't stay in the area where they were stocking merch. Bulk spices tend to last, so it may be a minute before I find my way back here. That said, this will be my go to spice store.

Gigantic warehouse of food items slightly off the beaten track in Renton. An "IYKYK" type spot…read more Recommended to check out by a friend who gets some healthcare items here, specifically, pain balm - they have a counter of these items as well as an herbal/apothecary with a dedicated space inside. Worth checking out, especially if you are in need of some lesser known or harder to find ethnic items for cooking. Gigantic selection of South Asian staples, in particular. The size of the selection is honestly astounding. Also some very original, for this area, items such as Afghani bread. Very cool. On the con side, it's a bit ramshackle and untidy or run down in appearance. Very popular, tho.

It was my very first time ever visiting an H Mart, and wow--what an experience! This place is truly…read morean Asian food heaven. I felt like a kid in a toy store, completely amazed as I explored every aisle. Everything is thoughtfully organized and visually appealing, with products neatly arranged and prices clearly displayed, making it easy (and honestly way too fun) to shop. The variety here is incredible--I wasn't even planning to buy groceries, but somehow walked out spending $130 without a second thought! The selection is what really blew me away. From snacks and drinks to a wide range of meats and fresh, prepared foods, there's something for everyone. I was especially excited to find pork jowl (which I've struggled to find in stores even before moving to Washington), along with sashimi-grade fish and even live seafood. It truly felt like a food lover's wonderland. I managed to resist the bakery and beauty section near checkout this time--but only barely because my hands were full. I'll definitely be back for those on my next visit! H Mart is located in a plaza with several other Asian businesses, which made the whole experience feel even more authentic. Parking is plentiful, though it can get pretty packed and busy, so just be mindful of cars constantly coming and going. I only interacted briefly with the cashier, but she was kind and welcoming, and I really appreciated how neatly she packed my groceries. I don't live in Lakewood, but this trip was 100% worth it--and I will absolutely be coming back!

Food They have variety of food and housewares as well…read more Service If you need help, don't bother asking Customer Service, they will not leave their post nor will they dispatch anyone because there aren't anyone on the floor. Ambiance Clean, pretty quiet overall, nice set-up.

Great Korean market in the Tacoma area. I'm a fan of small mom and pop shops but this one is big…read more Appreciate not having K-pop blaring from the speakers. They have lots of Asian food options, housewares and there is a separate ready made banchan/dishes that you pay separately I did not try. There's an attached bakery and the baked goods looked delicious. My daughter got all her essential Korean ingredients and the prices were good. It's clean, not too tight in the aisles and so much variety! Check it out

Love this super market. We found what we need with reasonable prices and the food court is always…read morethe best place for our family to look for different food. The front bakery is always my kiddos favorite since they were in Korea. If you happen to go to the middle of the super market and see the booth selling taitaki (fish shape of snacks), please do stop by. His taiyaki is the best so far I have in Washington state. It seems pricy, but size-wise, it is worthy to get because of the quality. Over all, if we miss Korean food, this is the place we always stop by to satisfy our tummies.