Another of San Antonio's hidden gems. This is a convenience store sized market with a ton of real…read moreEastern European goods - stuff you won't find at your local supermarket or even a Cost Plus. Russian pickled beets, borsht mix, German pickles and chocolate, and lots of canned, frozen and deli items. The fresh rye bread looks incredible, and it's even got a little of that Old World ambiance with all the offerings of smoked fish and caviar by the counter. Service is reasonably friendly, the lot is moderate in size but easy to park in. Highly recommend you give this place a look-see.

I love international markets! I go to Sasha frequently to get European chocolate and candies. This…read morelast time I went to pick up Pączki Polish pastry made usually for Mardi Gras. The lady told me they had 2 other pastries but they sold out of it. She also shared with me their traditions for lent. I had a real enjoyable chat with her. I will go back around Easter hoping for something special to try.

Ali Baba International Foods is one of the few places I can find Karoun Yogurt Drink in SA…read more My search for this drink started during a trip to Turkey where I traded my ice tea addiction for a Yogurt obsession when having a Middle Eastern meal or dessert. One bottle usually will satisfy my needs , while at the same time bring my memories back to a country far-far away. I also have found spices and nuts that are not commonly found at the local supermarket.

Visited Ali Baba as I decided to expand my cooking horizons and needed spices the local market…read moredoesn't sell. On my first visit the manager was very helpful. The next time I went and told the manager the spice I was looking for and he made fun of my pronunciation saying he didn't know what I was talking about and then told me where to look. Hate to say he exemplified the male stereotype for his culture. That won't stop me from shopping at this store as I can find what I need at a fraction of the cost compared to Amazon.

Went to Japan recently and really missed it so decided to check out Tokyo mart. They have a great…read moreselection of Japanese foods/snacks. The employees were very nice. Small place but they have good stuff.

May not look like much from the outside, but this small store is packed with your Japanese cooking…read moreessentials you'll need in your kitchen. Reasonably priced too. I scored some Japanese curry mixes, a bag of calrose rice, shrimp chip snacks, mochi, sweet rice flour, and tonkotsu broth. A bit of a drive for me, but worth it!

Wow, this place has it all, all Indian foods and needs…read more They even sell pots and pans. Almost all vegetarian choices but they also had meats Quiet, clean, organized. Large free parking lot

Stopped here to look around and found WAY more than I needed! They have a great selection and the…read moreprices were so good!! The staff was very nice and willing to answer questions or help

Finally a middle eastern international market closer to the far west side!…read more Tiny, but mighty! If you're in a pinch for an ingredient -- this might be your best bet. Though we didn't try any of the food, the kabobs smelled delicious. Will be back to try this another time God willing. I have to say -- they have some Abdul Wahab desserts that I haven't seen elsewhere and a few of them are SUGAR free. New international items are always on my radar and Hayat had quite a few! Parking is plenty and the market itself sits with others in a plaza. The men in there were pleasant and seemed to be the owners.

From the owner: Hayat Market specializes in international grocery, halal meat, grill, bakery, modest clothing &…read morerugs.

Tim's Oriental Store is one of the best places in San Antonio to shop for Asian groceries and…read morespecialty items. They have a huge variety of Asian products, and the fresh fruits and vegetables always look crisp, supple, and fresh. Their noodle selection is amazing, and I love finding rare and hard-to-find items every time I visit. They carry just about every Asian spice and seasoning you can think of, along with so many delicious snacks and treats. The frozen food section is also excellent with tons of variety and great options to choose from. We especially love their selection of teas and coffees. There is plenty of parking. Staff was kind & professional. Overall, it's a wonderful store with a great selection, quality products, and something new to discover every visit. Highly recommend shopping here!

Loved this place. So many different things they carry here. Quite the variety of food from noodles…read moreto fresh cooked duck! Small dishes and other cute nick nacks. Service was good. Place was quiet and not too busy. You can definitely spend some time in there looking at everything they have.

Me and my wife and kids love coming here .we enjoy our conversations with Sarah at the counter it…read morehas been years since we sat down and ate there I hope all is well

Parking seems a bit limited. It reminds me of a small mom-and-pop store. I love that they have the…read moremajority of the ingredients we buy, and I'm glad to have found this place near Lackland, which is closer than the other Asian stores we have to drive to. The store's male owner was welcoming and very friendly. However, Tina, who checked my husband and me out, provided no customer service. I had to engage and say, "Hi, how are you?" which made me feel like I was bothering her, as she wasn't friendly or welcoming at all. I asked the owner a question about desserts and such, and she rudely interrupted talking down on him, which shocked both my husband and I. As much as she lacked customer service, she will not stop us from coming back. I would like to give this place a 5 star, but with Tina's attitude and all, I have to knock a star off.