If Willy Wonka ever pivoted to Southeast Asian groceries, it would look exactly like Thuan Phat. This place is a full‑scale Vietnamese fever dream disguised as a normal supermarket. You walk in expecting Vons. You get Saigon. The produce section alone deserves its own theme music. Herbs, mushrooms, greens you didn't even know had names -- all fresher and cheaper than anything your American supermarket is pretending to offer. It's a straight-up cornucopia. Then you hit the meat counter and suddenly Ralphs and Vons feel like they should issue an apology. Marrow bones, femurs, trotters -- if you're making pho, ramen, chicken stock, or just want to feel like a culinary warlock, this is your playground. You will walk out with ingredients you didn't plan on buying and absolutely no regrets. Every aisle has some kind of delightful chaos. Dried pineapple flowers for homemade bitters for your signature cocktail? Absolutely. Industrial-sized bags of frog meat? Listen... maybe not for me. But if you need it, this is the place. No judgment, only abundance. It's as big as any mainstream grocery store, but stocked with so much cool stuff it feels like a teleportation portal to Southeast Asia. You come for one thing, you leave with twenty, and somehow you're still thrilled about it. Five stars. A must-visit. And if you start making better broth after shopping here, you can thank me later. read more

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It's a small market. It's super cute. I was able to find my Vietnamese tea that I wanted and the staff is super friendly.

Bored with your recipes? Venture to a market like Thuan Phat! You can shop here for your vegetables, canned goods, meat and seafood items while finding that special sauce to kick up your dishes! There are plenty of items that I've never seen before, but I always find a nice person in the aisle either shopping or working for the store to explain to me what something is and how to work it into a dish! They have a lot of vegetarian items in the frozen food section. I haven't disliked one of them yet. One of my favorites is burdock patties which very closely resemble in texture and taste a McDonald's hamburger! I also like the shredded vegetarian lamb, their marinated chicken, and today I bought textured protein beef steaks to try. I know that some of the bigger producers of vegetarian and vegan foods have somewhat of a limited line of taste to try, so here's a store with an expanded vegetarian protein frozen food line. I posted one of the pictures below, and then, guess what? Kit Kats in matcha flavor, oooh! You'll find their aisles are prominently marked with signs above. Many visits Iv'e found they are sampling one to three items (always tempting.) Free large parking lot outside. Right along the bus line. Cash or card. read more

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Whenever I visit Thuan Phat Supermarket, it's usually for something very specific--SkyFlakes! They're similar to saltine crackers but crispier, and I absolutely love them. This market is my go-to spot to stock up. Beyond my cracker obsession, this is a great place if you're looking for authentic Asian grocery items. They've got a wide selection and unique finds you won't get at your typical grocery store. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area! read more

Thuan Phat Supermarket - Sky Flakes If you know you know. - International Grocery Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is heading toward closing. The people who work here don't care about customers -- they're rude. The store is messy and unclean. I'm ashamed that some Vietnamese businesses still operate this way. Go learn from 99 Ranch Market and H Mart and see how they run their stores! I wish you would hire younger, more energetic people to make your store more appealing. Right now, it still operates like it's in a third-world country. Nơi này chắc sắp đóng cửa rồi. Nhân viên ở đây không quan tâm đến khách hàng -- họ rất thô lỗ. Cửa hàng thì bừa bộn và không sạch sẽ. Tôi cảm thấy xấu hổ khi một số doanh nghiệp người Việt vẫn kinh doanh theo kiểu này. Hãy học hỏi 99 Ranch Market và H Mart xem cách họ vận hành cửa hàng như thế nào! Tôi mong các bạn thuê những người trẻ trung và năng động hơn để làm cho cửa hàng hấp dẫn hơn. Hiện tại, cửa hàng vẫn hoạt động như ở một nước nghèo nàn- qua Mỹ mà không biết học hỏi- có tiền mà không biết kinh doanh sao cho tiệm càng ngày càng đông khách- họ đang làm theo kiểu kiếm ít tiền sống qua ngày. read more

I do believe this supermarket is the best one in San Diego so far, with various selection of Asian products, some imported from Vietnam which I like so much. The most important things here that all vegetables here were fresh, not pricey like many other places. I always take my mom to this place at least once a week. read more

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I've been coming to this grocery store for years. They have clean tanks for their seafood unlike other places which is apreciated. The produce, vegetables and fruit are fresh and better prices than other markets. You can find plenty vegetables you wouldn't find at say Ralphs or Food4less. Customer Service is usually fine but some tweaks here and there could be improved. read more

This review seems to be long overdue, I have been going here since 2010 when I first moved to SD, the market is of course cannot beat 99 Ranch on varieties, still better than Vien Dong because of the space, the food to go which now gone since Covid, the prices maybe a little better, and for some specific items that Vien Dong didn't have in the past, take a look at all the moon cakes in the past year during the Covid shortage, this place really turned up, and they do offer to fry your fishes on the spot, not at Vien Dong. I consider this place a hybrid between Vietnamese and Cantonese market while 99 Ranch is more catering towards Taiwanese, Mainland and other Chinese ethnic groups. Not sure if the Thuan Phat location in OC also the same owner as this location or they just shared the same name, but the one in SD is the only one. read more

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Sometimes the live dungenous crab is a great price at 4.99/pound. Though, the last times I saw these prices were in 2024. They have a pretty decent selection of Asian condiments, though didn't have LGM chili crisp on my visit in Feb 2025. read more

We have come here many times through the years to purchase Dungeness crab and haven't have any issues. We came today and when we got home, one of the crabs was dead. We brought it back and they refused to exchange it. It was a $25 crab. Lesson learned, check to make sure they're alive before you leave. Will be taking our business to 99 Ranch instead (Especially since it's much cleaner there)! read more

I have come here pretty regularly in the past, but today was my last straw. I have felt racially discriminated by the checkers on multiple occasions and I'm tired of feeling like my money isn't good enough. On multiple occasions, the checkers have looked at me and closed the check stand so they don't have to check out my groceries. Today, even though it wasn't busy and no one was behind me, the checker decided to throw my apples against the counter rim and bruise my apples that I was paying for. Mind you, I was on my phone texting, and hadn't said anything to this person. Then I was asked if I wanted a bag and I said yes and I expected my bag to be added to total I owed for my groceries, but I was refused a bag because I didn't have a dime to bag for the bag separately. I stood there in disbelief and the manager stepped in and asked the checker to give me a vegetable bag instead. I understand that I'm only half Asian and that this is an Asian grocery store, but I think that all races should be able to go to stores if they are acting reasonably and are able to pay. I'm sorry that because I'm only half Asian that my money isn't good enough. read more

I spent $60 on groceries here and they limit me to one bag. One!!! Are you freakin kidding me? I live upstairs and the inconvenience this store cause me. I'm never coming back. This is how u treat your customers? read more

We always come here for fresh seafood! Love the service as they are accommodating. Ambiance is whatbyou would expects in an asian grocery. Love the things we see that are not on other groceries. read more

Hello, I go to this store every week for food for my family and I am very unhappy that the fact there is a sign that stated if any costumer spent over $200, they are able to have a box of noodles for free. When I gave one of the workers my recipe that showed I have spent over $200 and I can be able to get the free box of noodles. She gave me a piece of butter and a bottle of spicy sauce. I told her that I have the recipe that shows that I did in fact spent over $200 and there was signs at the front desk of the store and the front door that says costumers can get a free box of noodles. It felt like everything was like a lie. She said that I couldn't get the free box of noodles because I only spent money on rice, and I think that is very wrong because either way I used my hard earned money to pay $200. read more

Found this place by accident, and was super shocked on how massive this Asian store was. Lots of Vietnamese and Chinese products as well as some Filipino, Japanese, and Korean. Lots of nice fruits, veggies, and seafood. For sure will come back when I need to purchase a lot of Asian items. read more

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This is a great seafood destination and have an exceptional produce section. It is the customer service that requires attention. There is no excuse to take 25 minutes to check out four patrons with a hand basket worth of food. It just sucked the souls out of the experience. That aside it was a good Asian market with plenty of choices. read more

Good, Asian groceries. This is a good place to get them. Please,come here if you need to grab some Asian groceries!

I keep trying to shop here, but I can't because the smell of seafood is so strong here (it is ALL over the store), not to mention it is pretty busy every time I go in here. I've been here at least 3x. Btw, I am Filipino and I've been to a LOT of Asian grocery stores. I also like seafood. My weak Americanized *** cannot do it. Bums me out because I love shopping in Asian stores and getting all my Asian and Filipino snacks and produce at cheap prices. One day I'll stomach through it, shop at my leisure and actually stand in line to pay. When I do I'll try and update this review. read more

This Grocery store does not need any customers because of what they trained their cashiers so lazy and don't bag of any products of customers buy, they look discriminated and so rude to the customers especially those are male cashiers. This store is the history to me, and I will never come back this store again. It seems to me it won't succeed because of their laziness, rude and doesn't know how to treat customers rights. read more

Decided to pop in over the weekend to do some grocery shopping. This supermarket is pretty huge a bit overpriced but it have almost everything you need here and more exotic items than some Asian markets I've been to. They have a frozen aisle, household items, fresh sea food/meat area, fresh vegetables, rolls and rolls of aisle with so many Asian spices and condiments. There's also multiple check out lanes, the lanes are pretty small and narrow. Friendly staff working there. They have bathrooms as well but it's pretty dirty. It's in a market place area with plenty of stores and restaurants around it. read more

Thuan Phat Supermarket - International Grocery Near Me - San Diego, California

Thuan Phat Supermarket is your typical grocery market specializing in a one stop shop for all your Vietnamese Asian needs! Its located in Linda Vista just right off of the 163 on top of the hill. They have everything from live fish, fresh meats and produce! Come here for some good shopping and affordable prices with a wide variety of alcoholic beverages as well as a CA lotto scratcher station inside. This is my go to store for grocery store supplies and everyday foods I cook at home. I usually come here to pick from there wide variety of fresh produce and herbs and spices. I also like that they have fresh seafood from everything from fish, shellfish and even snails and crabs and not to forget live frogs. When in season they sell live crawfish for a unbeatable price where you can do a seafood boil with friends and family. The seasonings and sauces are second to none where they basically have everything you need to whip up for favorite dish! They sell huge bags of rice and also they have kitchenware for sale too. The instant noodle section is enormous where they basically have every kind of noodle you would like from every country! The exotic fruits are my favorite where I personally enjoy the jackfruit, Logan, and dragon fruit. Customer service is always on top of there game and the lines move fast! Cleanliness could be better with deeper cleans in cracks and crevices but I'm not complaining. They dont take AMEX so bring your Visa or better yet cash! There located in a busy shopping center with a Vietnamese bakery and boba and a Pho restaurant within the vicinity. read more

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This place has a vast selection of fresh produce, meats, and specialty items that are hard to find elsewhere. The prices are very reasonable, and the staff is friendly and helpful. read more

Thuan Phat Supermarket - International Grocery Near Me - San Diego, California

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Love going here for our asian food needs and asian seasonings and snacks You can pick what fish for them to clean and cook and deep fry for cheap! Produce is super cheap There's also affordable seafood (it's Crab season right now so get in on that!) There is also a frozen vegetarian food section great selection of noodles, frozen dumplings, and frozen dimsum too! Only downside is the registers take awhile if it's busy.. so come here if you've got at least 45 mins.. There's a great Bahn mi place next to it as well! read more

This place has all your viet food needs in the San Diego area. Coming from OC, I feel the selection is similar to what you would find in garden grove/westminster. Yah, the customer service in the meat and fish dept is lacking, but if you go to these type of markets you should already know what to expect. It's not going to be sprouts or anything. read more

Discovered this place as I drove by one day. Stopped to check it out and was really impressed with the massive inventory of goods they carried. You can literally find anything you need for your asian kitchen. They do carry goods predominantly from Vietnam though. Don't expect any service from the workers tho. A guy smirked and snapped no at me when I politely asked if they had restrooms. But they in fact did have restrooms. If u know what u need and don't need help, this place is perfect for u. Their prices are cheap! Sometimes I suspect why their meat and produce can be so cheap. Another thing I need to mention. Loud music was played here. And it's not just instrumental music. The songs are old cantonese songs dating back to the early 90s. I enjoyed it so muc as i love the feeling of nostalgia. It brings back memory of my youth. Lol. But if u don't understand cantonese, it will be a nuisance for you. read more

Attempted to call about their availability of an item and the service was very poor and disrespectful, I got hung up on IMMEDIATELY.

I absolutely love this market. I drive down here from Carlsbad at least once a month. Great selection of everything Asian! My son is Vegan and they have a really great frozen section plus the dry goods for Vegans as well... just the best place! Highly recommend read more

Only place we know to buy certain Thai ingredients that ranch99 and 88ranch never have. For example: rice flake noodles for street noodles. Also only place to get Chantabon rice stick. Live frogs! Nice array of. Asian greens. Good deals. Love this place. Don't know how I could live in San Diego without it. read more

Today, I went to purchase two live fish, but the worker at the fish counter tried to hide a dead fish among the live ones and sell it to me. When I pointed it out and asked for a fresh one, he became verbally and physically aggressive, even telling me to leave the store. He started saying offensive words, some of which were in a language I didn't understand. I asked to speak with a manager, but the worker claimed he was the manager and continued telling me to go home. When I spoke to the front desk, they said the actual manager wasn't in the store and started making excuses for the fish worker, saying he didn't speak English well. I told them I would wait for the manager, and they said it would take 25 minutes. After waiting for 40 minutes, I realized the manager wasn't going to show up. The store clearly didn't care about addressing the issue. read more

Yes this isn't your normal grocery store. Or normal Asian grocery store. It's gonna smell like fish ass guts and there's gonna be bad customer service, but it's legit. You can find a seafood and meat counter. Bunch of live fish, they can gut it and skin it into different options. The meats will be cheaper. The Asian veggies are super fresh, just don't try to get American veggies like brussel sprouts or potatoes- not the best. Best of all, 50lbs quality jasmine rice for $50! Best pricing in the area. read more

Good selection of food. There is many variety of food and produce is always fresh. I shop in this store often. But, the customer service is unpleasant. At the cashier, some workers have no eye contact and no Thank you. A customers said Thank you but the cashier didn't say anything. Even they doesn't speak English, I expect at least "Thank you" for the purchase. I hope they'll fix this customer service soon. read more

Good price, good service, very clean. Food very good quality. Very big parking lot, easy to park.

No need to trek out to Convoy for Asian treats now that I've discovered this great Vietnamese grocery right in my hood. This large grocery has an extensive & fascinating produce section, the sauce aisle is ever so comprehensive, and there are more fresh meats, seafoods & frozen options than you could try in a lifetime. Prices are very reasonable & it's a pleasing experience in itself to browse the many colorful, unique items festooning the aisles. I really like that this grocery carries strong selections of other world cuisines that's way better than what you'll find at Ralphs, Vons etc. Standouts include the Mexican, Filipino & Thai options. The fresh bakery section is a bit of a letdown--not many choices but I know it's unrealistic to expect a 99 Ranch experience here. read more

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WATCH OUT for this store when purchase a meat package. I got the "spoiled" meat inside the package. I usually go to this TP store to buy certain asian items ( dry noodles, spices or vegetables) where other stores either have them unavailable or at a higher price. However, there was one time that I bought this package of pork chops which looked very appealing ( lean & fresh) at their store. When I got home and as soon as I opened the package wrapper, this smell from the meat was really BAD like it had been spoiled for a while. Strange is that the meat color is still in "pink"!!! As I could not stand its smell, I decided to toss this whole meat package. To make sure they don't stink up my indoor garbage, i put the spoiled meat inside 3 nylon bags and added laundry Downy liquid to suppress the smell for my next garbage day pickup!!! NO MORE BUYING MEAT at that store. So scary ... Can't trust them! read more

Employees work at fish department need more training badly. Selling fish don't have to be rude. If you speak their language maybe get better service Just maybe .Too bad customers buying fish there not all speak Vietnamese and what they get just pure sick in the stomach. read more

This is the best Vietnamese market in central SD imo. It isn't as fancy shamancy as others, but the prices are amazing. The meat and fish have always been fresh and the prices of the vegies is night and day cheaper then Zion or Hmart or the Mexican markets. The choices of things like noodles and rice and sauces are great and a lot of unusual stuff if you are used to shopping at Vons etc. As for having difficulty communicating this has NEVER been an issue for me here. It's Linda Vista, not a 3rd world country. I love and appreciate this market and just writing this review has me thinking Char Siu tonight...... read more

Awesome market. I was told they had the best prices. I read the reviews here about unfriendly service. Not even close. Sure, English is likely the second (or third) language of many of the employees. Sure it smells like there is an active fishmonger or 5 in the back. But the fish look and smell clean and healthy. This place is stocked with so many unusual ingredients and best prices, I was combing through the aisles for an hour. Sure many employees are just minding their own business. But a woman handing out fish ball samples was very welcoming, and my cashier as well. Don't come here looking to be "served", come here to get some good ingredients and good prices. read more

I visited this asian supermarket for the 1st time yesterday, in search of some Banh Chung for the Tet celebration. I usually fo to a small asian market close to my home, but being a small store, it doesn't carry all the things I need to buy, so I thought I'd make a 46 minutes drive to see if I can find what I'm looking for. Thuan Phat turned out to be the perfect market for an avid asian cook like me! The merchandise selection is awesome, from meat/poultry/seafood fresh or frozen, to the produce dept, and groceries. My only complaint is that I paid $13 for a bag of mangosteen fruits, but once I got home and cut them up, they were all bad inside. I couldn't tell from the look on the outside, as these fruits have a very thick dark color skin. I would come back to shop at this store for everything, but will be careful about buying fruits with thick dark skins! read more

I was at this store in Linda Vista Thuan Phat Supermarket this morning. The person at the fish area was so rude. The weighing scales they use are defective and they still use it. They take advantage of clients who do not speak their language. I hope the BBBS will check on this store because they take advantage of the customers. Specially at the fish and meat section. They should be trained to be more customer oriented. They also have to learn to smile and nice to customers. read more

Weighing scale cheating We purchased some shrimps from this grocery store (a little less than one pound) and we didn't check the total price from the sticker. When we went home, we were so surprised to see the high sticker cost for the amount we purchased (It's more than two and a half pounds!). So we went back to the store and asked for reweighting. They found that they weighted it "wrong" and overcharged us $10. However, they refused to reimburse us. They explained to us that government just calibrated the weighing machine, we should look for solution from government and they have no responsibility. read more

Thuan Phat Supermarket - International Grocery Near Me - San Diego, California