Fil-Am Oriental Store — Local services in Palm Bay

This is a nice little Asian/Filipino store. It has many of the Filipino staples and some items that are harder to find at other Asian stores locally. Some items did not have expiration dates. So if that’s something you’re concerned about, maybe keep an eye on that. Also, each time I’ve gone, I haven’t had very good experiences with the gentleman tending to the store. I feel like I’ve steered clear because he tended to upsell so heavily that I wasn’t comfortably able to shop in peace. I decided to give it another go recently. This time he cut me off mid sentence inquiring for an item not in the freezer as pictured towards the back of the store. It was in a separate freezer in the office. I felt like his demeanor wasn’t the most friendly. He did seem more helpful and friendly to the other shoppers who came in though. I purchased a good basket full of items. Maybe you’ll have a...

I am editing/rewriting my original review, bumping up the rating. I was bothered when I showed up an hour before the posted closing time on their door and found the place closed. I am taking a star away for that. When I was able to get in, I did find what I was seeking. The place is small, so you may not be as lucky, but it is still worth a visit. The owner is very helpful and will practically dash away from you to go retrieve anything you ask about, if they have it. Give it shot, just show up in mid-afternoon so you can be sure the doors wont be...

Whenever I have an appointment next door (to this store), I stop in to get some Filipino treats for myself and my kids. Being half Filipino I crave my Ube treats and ice cream. I also love getting fresh produce such as the baby bok choy and Japanese eggplant. I tried the kimchi for the first time from here and it was delicious. I love that I can get the Filipino lumpia sheets here as well. The owner is super friendly and helpful. I always look forward to visiting this store and stocking up on...