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We are truly sorry to hear about the uncomfortable experience you've anticipated at the Korean store. As someone of Korean heritage, We want to assure you that the Korean community is generally very welcoming and kind. If there was any misunderstanding or actual inconvenience you've encountered, We are sincerely apologize on our behalf.

Everyone deserves to be treated with respect and fairness, regardless of their race or cultural background. What you've expressed about this store certainly isn't representative of all Koreans or Korean businesses. If you've felt unwelcome or unfairly treated, We are strongly urge you to voice your concerns to the store's management. This way, they can address and rectify any discriminatory behavior, preventing it from recurring in the future.

We also implore you to exercise a degree of patience and understanding. It's indeed unfortunate that a single negative experience might cause apprehension or paint a community in a less favorable light. Remember that people are not all the same, and individual actions don't define a whole community.

Once again, We apologize for any discomfort you've experienced or anticipated, and We hope that your future interactions with Korean businesses will be...

This store is located at Unit 7/14 Bishop Lenihan Place, East Tamaki, closer to Botany Junction rather than Botany town center. There is plenty of parking so easy access, and it is surrounded by a few other specialty stores and restaurants. I have a daughter that is absolutely in love with Korean food, and where better to find it than at an authentic Korean Grocery Store. I went there to shop with her but unfortunately because of Covid-19 lockdown I sat in the car. She is one of these shoppers that will checkout anything and everything she hasn't tried before. 30 minutes later she comes out with all sorts of noodles, utensils, drinks, rice packs, rice cakes...etc, and apparently things are very reasonably priced. Very productive shop for her lol. I must say though trying something new isn't a bad thing and it is very tasty. Maybe after lockdown I'll pop in there myself and take a look. I'll be back for an update peeps... Stay safe out there...

Expect really bad service and to be discriminated against if you look Chinese. The shopkeepers seem to really hate Chinese people. One instance from today showcased appalling behaviour from the male shopkeeper with glasses. When I went to the checkout to pay, I placed items on the counter as you normally do. The man proceeded to throw my groceries to the side. He then slammed his hand on the counter and said "put here". There was no sign to say I needed to delegate the groceries to one area of the counter only. I've noticed this kind of treatment directed more towards people who looked Chinese. They'd be friendly towards those who looked Korean or Caucasian, but not towards those who look Chinese. Have been there a few times before and been similarly treated. How discouraging to feel so unwanted when you're going in because you're trying to expand your viewpoint and trying out what Korea...