Hashi Market — Local services in New York

Kind of expensive compared to other Japanese grocery stores in NYC. I went in to buy water or a Japanese green tea and some quick ready to eat food and was shocked by some of the prices. None of the waters were under $3 because they only carried the higher priced water (smart water, essential, etc…) and the bottles were the 16.9 oz ones. Maybe carry some Poland springs or nestle for ppl on a budget. Their green teas were overpriced too, so I didn’t buy water or tea there. Anyways that’s not why they’re getting 3 stars, it’s because they skimped out on filling in their $4 onigiri (spicy tuna) and the $7 chicken karaage was garbage. The karaage was dry, had more batter than chicken, and was not crispy.

Honestly I probably could give this place 2 stars but I’m holding out hope for them. At least the store is clean, and it’s nice they have a matcha...

It is impossible to leave empty handed because they’ve got an extensive selection of asian snacks, groceries, beauty and skincare products, homegoods, and even anime figures and blind boxes.

I almost go to Hashi Market every day because there is one right next to my office. The new Union Square location is the biggest one with more new products, including Japan exclusive haagen dazs flavors.

My favorite part of Hashi Market is definitely their Fujiissa counter, offering matcha & black sesame soft serve, flavored matcha drinks, and matcha affogato. The matcha affogato is very rich in matcha flavor, but it melts pretty fast.

The sushi and sahimi are top-notch — their sashimi is sourced and shipped directly from Japan. I was lucky to watch the tuna-cutting show, performed by a licensed chef from Japan. The tuna was weighted...

The store is pretty simple. I found some of my fave stuff and treats from Japan. The labubu is expensive hahaha like $79 excluding tax. I didn’t buy. The famous peach ice cream exploded on my hands. It was pretty bad. So when you buy it pick it from the bottom of the fridge. Also, I didn't find my georgia coffee brand from Japan. I mean I expected not all will be available. The nose inhaler like vicks it was color green, was overrated don't buy it unless you want to try. Overall it was a mini cute grocery store. Will I go back again? Maybe for the matcha ice cream in front thats it. The food to go is also expensive but it is city prices so thats understandable. I would say pretty limited but cute enough to have some...