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Kims Oriental Market in Seaside

4.7 (78) 777 Broadway Ave, Seaside, CA 93955, United States

Categories

Korean grocery store
Asian grocery store
Oriental goods store

Location on the map

Seaside, Monterey County, California, US

Phone: +1 831-393-8989

Opening hours

Monday:9:30 AM–7 PM
Tuesday:9:30 AM–7 PM
Wednesday:9:30 AM–6:30 PM
Thursday:9:30 AM–7 PM
Friday:9:30 AM–7 PM
Saturday:9:30 AM–7 PM
Sunday:Closed

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Total reviews rating 4.7

78 Reviews for Kims Oriental Market 2024:

Review №1

2023-12-05 15:14:09

Great Korean market, wide selection and quality products. Home made Korean banchan as well.

Review №2

2023-07-17 19:31:19

This place isn’t as large as other Asian markets, but they probably have what you’re looking for. Employees were very kind and knowledgeable. Pro tip - they take cards but have a $10 minimum.

Review №3

2023-09-07 03:50:08

Amazing Bandhan! I love local small stores and they are my number one! Their Korean Bandhan are very authentic Korean food.

Review №4

2023-04-15 06:30:52

We buy fresh kimchi and various other freshly made Korean salads, rolls, and other grocery products here every few weeks. It seems to be women run and there is almost always a group of ladies working to make fresh products and keep everything well stocked. Have been going here for years and they are always on top of their game. Very nice too!

Review №5

2019-03-02 22:09:48

Went here hopeful, and ended up finding every Japanese grocery items I needed. Kewpie mayonnaise, unagi sauce, and even frozen eel. When checking out, the lady was super nice and tossed a box of cookies into our bag for free. Will definitely go back!

Review №6

2020-07-06 21:13:13

I love this place, they always sell out on their sushi rolls they have, but if you have a chance, try them out. Their value equals their items inside

Review №7

2020-12-24 16:57:36

Ive been going here for a long time, and its got almost everything for Korean / Japanese food recipes. Even stuff for Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese recipes. They even have Sun noodle ramen. However, sometimes, their customer service is lacking. The one lady I used to see always is great. But, now, Im seeing more other Korean ajimas, and theyre kinda mean and not so nice.

Review №8

2020-06-14 01:43:31

I just went here with my friend who is extremely interested in asian culture and she was super excited at the selection. The attendant was very sweet and kind and welcomed her to her shelf of Japanese books for free. The clerk is very kind and this place absolutely deserves patronage. Wish I could give 10 out of 5 stars!

Review №9

2023-05-22 00:44:52

Wonderful lady owner! Nice korean grocery

Review №10

2021-01-25 04:54:30

Large selection of Korean and Japanese food items. Selection includes fresh, frozen and packaged foodstuffs and some toiletries. Shop was clean and well organized, and staff were very friendly and helpful.

Review №11

2020-12-14 15:39:44

Had exactly what I was looking for plus some extra yummies that I ended up trying. Very friendly service too. Also.. They were cooking something that smelled delicious, not sure if they offer some take out? Will come back here for sure.

Review №12

2022-06-27 04:53:32

The best Korean store in Monterey. There are so many stuff in this store. Homemade side dishes are good!

Review №13

2020-02-18 04:19:13

Best kimchis of various sort as well as homemade Korean deli items. Knowing this shop we stopped buying pechu kimchi and kaktoogi from elsewhere. Their kimbap (Korean rolls) is very tasty and of a good value. We love it!

Review №14

2022-10-19 05:01:18

We found Sriracha. It was there on the shelf like a glimmering beacon of hope and salvation. I need say no more. 5 stars.

Review №15

2018-05-11 20:17:53

Great place for Korean and Japanese ingredients- miso, fresh kimchi, anchovies, gochujang, the works. Plenty of frozen seafood and meats, and a respectable selection of Japanese candy and tea. Their house-made salads and rolls are in back, and are a delicious, cheap treat. Good to support them after the massive construction on Broadway.

Review №16

2022-07-23 02:34:54

Found the sushi mix here very easy and friendly explained how to make sushi without the mix thanks so much will be sure to visit again

Review №17

2020-05-27 02:54:26

What a terrific hole in the wall. What wonderful asian food selections! They also prepare fresh sushi to order. The merchant was super sweet and informative. I love this place.

Review №18

2021-10-05 17:28:48

A friendly, fun and quaint Korean focused Asian import grocer. Their kimbap is cheap and tasty. Worth a stop for sure.

Review №19

2020-11-02 19:50:25

The best Korean/Japanese market ever.They keep a clean and organized operation. I must also mention they are very friendly and courteous to all customers. I frequently shop there!!!

Review №20

2020-02-29 23:00:34

Love this hidden gem! They usually have some interesting produce that I cannot pass up. Today I got some enoki; last time it was king oyster mushrooms.

Review №21

2023-04-02 23:23:42

Great assortment of natto ☺️☺️

Review №22

2023-04-06 04:59:58

GUYS COME HERE PLEASE ALL OF THE WORKERS ARE SO SWEET LOVE EVERYONE THERE 🩷🩷🩷🩷

Review №23

2023-06-12 17:11:11

Korean Selection 5/5, Japanese 2/5, SE-Asia 0.5/5.

Review №24

2022-01-03 10:58:06

My go to for all my Asian food! Wide variety to choose from and really big, fresh (and cheap) produce section!

Review №25

2022-03-28 14:31:56

Lots of ingredients and ready to eat options available. We always find something new to try.

Review №26

2017-05-09 14:13:12

Great place to pick up ingredients for your favorite recipes. Owner is nice and will help you find everything you need in the store.

Review №27

2020-11-12 00:15:51

Its a real nice spot. Its hard to get to since it has very limited parking in front of it. The selection inside this store it real nice for it being such a small place.

Review №28

2021-12-26 01:27:02

Large variety of authentic foods from many parts of Asia and friendly professional people working there!

Review №29

2017-06-20 07:18:42

One of the two only Korean grocery markets in the Monterey area. While it has a poor selection in produce, they have a pretty wide selection of ban-chans.

Review №30

2017-10-20 18:38:25

Great oriental market lots of items. Great selections. The best home made kim chee in town. The two lady owners are so nice and very helpful.

Review №31

2021-03-24 02:06:29

Loveee this place. You can find everything your looking for women who owns it is very nice. Best rolls in town

Review №32

2021-09-10 23:11:25

A great little asian market. Its not very big and doesnt have a huge selection, but the it close and convenient. A great place to grab the basics.

Review №33

2019-11-16 23:31:34

They had some special japanese products as well like Okonomiyaki flour, takoyaki flour, and white stew. Very convenient

Review №34

2021-04-30 23:52:44

Amazing cheap deals on Japanese/Korean products! I loved everything there and the people are very nice.

Review №35

2021-10-04 22:03:08

Great selection, good prices.The best sushi rolls around.

Review №36

2011-11-13 01:21:29

Helpful ma and pa Korean store. Went there to purchase melon bars and they sell packages for $4 (they accept credit/debit), very friendly and good prices.

Review №37

2022-01-22 03:00:35

I love this place, its great. The people here are so nice and everything is a great price.

Review №38

2019-10-09 04:43:01

Little Korean grocery with reasonable selections of East Asian groceries.The place is small, but clean and the owners are friendly.

Review №39

2022-01-06 21:06:32

Nice little store with a good selection of items. Prices good. Friendly staff.

Review №40

2021-12-02 00:26:27

So happy to see my food out here. No good korean restaurants =[

Review №41

2019-02-23 07:50:48

This place is actually pretty good. Great sweets, chips and asian food overall.

Review №42

2020-09-09 01:53:26

Great assortment of Korean food and the owner sells kimbap. Love!

Review №43

2021-04-25 00:41:58

Love this little market. Owners very nice! Great prices!

Review №44

2021-05-07 19:11:55

Great lil store with amazing variety! Employees are super sweet!

Review №45

2022-03-21 03:49:24

Nice small business that has the essentials. Very helpful and personable.

Review №46

2023-05-24 00:57:15

Seems to have lost its way as an oriental market

Review №47

2022-04-23 19:45:03

Small shop, top notch. Good pricing and nice options.

Review №48

2019-08-03 23:54:28

Great place to find a wide selection of foods, sauces, and prepared items.

Review №49

2019-07-06 19:15:48

Very nice people. Great customer service. Good selection of food

Review №50

2019-10-06 15:18:28

Nice local place to get your Asian grocery needs. Support local businesses!

Review №51

2020-04-21 20:26:15

My friend says as good as you can get in LA, and homemade on the premises too!

Review №52

2018-08-16 01:49:00

Great authentic Japanese and Korean spices & food items

Review №53

2021-04-25 00:07:40

Nice people. A lot of varieties at great price

Review №54

2019-12-10 11:19:48

Kim is friendly and the prices are very low compared to other grocery stores.

Review №55

2020-09-27 03:43:03

Found everything I was looking for (and some more!) Good selection

Review №56

2021-05-27 00:06:16

They’ve got black bean sauce!

Review №57

2022-04-23 06:02:29

The Bulgogi is very delicious👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

Review №58

2020-02-19 22:06:45

A nice small place with delicious food.

Review №59

2022-08-06 20:22:42

They have great STUFF

Review №60

2020-11-22 23:38:23

Very good food really.

Review №61

2021-07-20 22:00:12

Love this place lady so nice

Review №62

2020-08-20 21:38:46

Excellent selection and good prices

Review №63

2018-11-24 15:45:28

Clean, lots of stuff, and kimbaps!! 🖤

Review №64

2019-02-13 19:29:26

Kimbap is delicious here!

Review №65

2021-10-15 04:44:07

Outstanding!

Review №66

2020-04-21 19:35:43

Has my favorite candy

Review №67

2019-03-14 22:35:03

The owner is always kind.

Review №68

2019-11-18 04:49:16

It has egg noodles

Review №69

2017-08-29 02:02:58

Specialty products sold there

Review №70

2019-04-22 11:58:22

Good food.

Review №71

2020-07-31 20:49:53

Limited selection.

Review №72

2023-12-12 19:24:17

Fantastic Korean market. Their Kimbap is such a filling snack. Has everything you’d need to have your own at-home KBBQ night (pictured below are the ingredients and banchan bought from this grocery store). I love their banchan selection and always get my weekly container of kimchi 😍

Review №73

2019-02-06 20:26:17

There are some Japanese ingredients. Dried fish, natto, pickled plums, miso, etc. There are also oden types. There were also burdock and cucumbers.

Review №74

2018-10-21 01:50:06

This Korean market is really good!

Review №75

2018-08-03 06:03:54

The exterior looks old, but everything is there.

Review №76

2020-01-13 20:09:42

Its small, but it has everything.

Review №77

2019-04-25 05:42:04

Most of the food is Japanese.

Review №78

2017-08-04 07:14:37

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