Maybe I've been spoiled by living in larger cities in the past, but Asian Center Supermarket is…read moresmaller and pricier than I'm used to :( For example, a pack of Yakult here was $5.99, whereas ASSI would sell the same brand for $3.99). I think it's because there just aren't any competitors in central PA (closest H-Mart would be 1.5h away, ASSI plaza 1h away, etc). The produce selection looked ok - you could get things like thai chili peppers here, bokchoy, or more exotic things like lychee and jackfruit. There are a lot of aisles with dry goods like rice, noodles, sauces (they did carry jarred Maeseri thai sauces which is what I was looking for). They have a seafood section which had a strong smell and a "food court" with labeled fresh food items which was pretty barren - maybe 2 takeout things of dumplings on the shelf that didn't look particularly appetizing (visited on a Sunday around noon). Also, notably, the store is not in downtown Lancaster -- it's kind of remote from everything else. I don't think it would be worth making a special trip for.

I'm so happy this grocery store exists and love to visit as often as I can. The store is clean and…read moreorganized and I love the produce selection. The staff is very helpful and the seafood counter is a great place to try fresh fish. I picked up some mackerel last time I visited and the seafood clerk was able to filet it to my specifications. I also love that I can get Hotteok (Korean sweet pancake) mix here! There's such a big selection of items and I always find new ingredients here that I can create new delicious dishes with. I always look forward to my next trip!

I love this Asian market. Very clean, the people are helpful. And the food is fresh! Bought fish…read morefrom here and they cut it up for us.

Good Asian market i easily found everything i was looking for!…read more Thankful they are there, i was able to make my egg rolls! Cashier was friendly too

The flavors were mid- the pictures shown are not accurate depictions of what you actually receive…read more Do NOT order the chicken nuggets, in the picture they look like actual chicken with good breading. They are literally the generic ones from Walmart. wanted to try something new - and ended up disappointed.

I had the buffet, which I was charged $14.99 for. Much better than the $18.00 someone else paid…read more However, I think it was still too much, given the variety of the dishes. Not very many things on the buffet, although all of them were hot. The restaurant was very clean, and the ambiance was good. The service was good, although the gentleman who was working didn't seem to have a lot of English, which may be a problem in the future. He was very kind and helpful though, which is a plus. I think this place has a lot of potential. They've JUST opened, and haven't ironed out the kinks yet. I will definitely be back. Suggestions to the owners: 1. You need a Meze/Combination platter (I think this is Lancaster County's first Middle Eastern restaurant, people don't know what the food is, they want to try it without committing to the whole dish.) Maybe do a "Pick 3 appetizers" for $11.99 or something. 2. The buffet was bland, don't Americanize the spices,we can handle the real seasonings, this isn't overly spicy for us. I was quite surprised to see that some of the dishes hadn't even been salted. 3. Maybe some fusion ME/American dishes? There is a place that does Shawarma fries in Chester County. Best of luck! I think you're on to something.

Amazing array of delicious Kurdish food! Very clean and the owner is helpful and funny. Check…read morethis place out! So great that Lancaster has a store like this!

A one-of-a-kind Syrian and Kurdish Market in Lancaster!…read more If you're looking to experiment with Middle Eastern cooking or try traditional Syrian or Kurdish meals, you must check out Afrin Market! Hannan Hassan pours his heart and soul into his market, frequently making overnight road trips to pick up ingredients to fill the shelves. The market sells Middle Eastern ingredients and foods such as tea, cheese, and spices that can't be found anywhere else in Lancaster. Afrin Market also offers prepared foods that can be catered. Whether you've tried middle eastern food before, or you're unfamiliar, Afrin Market offers high-quality and special foods that you won't regret trying!

Swedish candy is very on trend right now. And I couldn't believe the massive selection on hand in…read morethis tiny shop. Be sure to check out the free samples along the counter. The set up is simple. They have a variety of bags and bucket sizes you can fill up with the plaster scooper that they clearly mark as clean and used scoops. From here, you can walk around and peruse the fabulous range of gummies, from the usual gummy worms to the unusual like spicy mango. Service is attentive and quick. I love these kinds of shops and used to go to a famous shop in LA that was a lot more expensive than here and had a third of the selection. I'll be back!

This spot was a novel experience. With the create your own style, I liked the marshmallows with…read morecream and licorice sour logs with the filling. I called ahead to check on their Bubs inventory. They didn't have much, due to possible import restrictions and no large ovals (you know the ones). Overall marketing your own bag was the fun part. Worth a stop if you're nearby or add a stop to the itinerary if you plan on heading to Shady Maple Smorgasbord.