This store is so AMAZING! It's kind of hidden because it's so small but I think that's what makes me like it. Also, the store is neighboring a curry restaurant. I haven't ate there but my friend says the curry is pretty spicy.
Anyways. The lady who works at the store is among one of the sweetest women I know. She's really helpful and you can tell she genuinely cares about the customer. I came in looking for hondashi (a japanese soup stock) and all she had was the dashi flakes, and they were in bulk packaging. That was waayyy more than I needed so she agreed to take whatever I needed out of the packaging for me!! She was also very helpful in finding things that I needed. Another great thing about the store is there selection! They have just about everything you need to make a japanese, korean, vietnamese, and even indian dish! For the sushi lovers, she keeps fresh fish in the back, along with some vegetables that you can only find in the asian country. The store even has a little snack section, as well as little gift like souvenirs. And of course they have an abundance of chopsticks, and the knick nacks that come with them. Like chopsticks rests, etc. If you ever get the chance please...
Read more5 extra ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'s. MOVED. Now located at 939 E. Laketon Ave east of Getty St and next to Mr Quick's. More room and it's easier to find things. Swan also has a larger inventory, but the same easy laugh and bright personality. Nga's store is a community treasure. Seeing her is always a pleasure. Nga exemplifies the spirit of small shop owners the world over. I always enjoy speaking with her, especially when she shares her knowledge of Vietnam. Her egg rolls are the best you're going to find anywhere. You may find their equal, if you spend your lifetime looking. You won't see the on display, ask for them. I slightly favor the pork rolls, but try them all. You won't regret it. Having spent a couple of years in S.E. Asia I'm relieved to be able to find some of the critical ingredients for S.E. Asian cooking locally, and I'm happy to find her still in business in spite of the difficulty during these trying times. I was happy to find fish sauce. It's a necessary ingredient in S E. Asian food, and I'm...
Read moreA treasure of a place to shop. The elderly lady who's been there everytime I've been, is a pure pleasure to be around. She's very helpful with any recipes I've been trying to work on, not only providing the homestyle ingredients, but a quick explaintion on proper prep as well! To top it all off, my 3 year old daughter loves her, whenever she knows we're going for a visit she lights up. I wish more places were this way. The variety of goods in the store is also surprising for the size. I can't believe how many packed noodles as well, it's really a gem for ramen. I also recommend these glass soda drinks I've been getting as well. They taste great in a variety of flavors, green apple is my favorite, and a sealed with a glass marble you have to push in to open the drink. Pretty darn cool. 10 out of 10 best shopping...
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