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Top 10 Asian Markets in Virginia Beach

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Top 10 Asian Markets in Virginia Beach


 

In Virginia Beach, there are numerous Asian grocery stores.

Due to the consistency of their products, convenient location, and availability of practically everything we frequently look for when shopping, many people frequently shop at the stores.

They offer a fair choice of fresh vegetables, canned and bottled goods, fresh fish and shellfish, dry goods, baked goods, and candies.

Also, a variety of rice (most of it in bulk), small gadgets (mainly rice cookers), pots and pans, cooking utensils, dishes, household items, incense, and much more.

They carry some products that cannot be found in other places. 

Here are 10 Asian market places in Virginia Beach where you might want to consider shopping.

1. American Asian Foodmarket

A fantastic market for anything Asian. Excellent meat and produce choices, and almost always less expensive than all other stores.

Everything is available there, from onions to durian, jackfruit, blood cakes, and even fresh dragonfruit.

They feature a really nice fresh seafood department with live lobster, fish, crabs, fresh shellfish, and entire fish.

The market is situated at London Bridge Plaza.

practical information
opening hours: Mon-Sun; 9 am-8:30 pm
address: 315 N Great Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454, United States
phone:

2. Delicate Oriental Grocery

A picture of fruits in the Korean market

Fruits in the Korean market-by Shuhrataxmedov-

Delicate Oriental Grocery is a cute little store located at  Kempsriver Center. There are many different Asian delicacies available, and the pricing is excellent.

They carry all the essentials for Asian gastronomy, including my favorite Asian candies and snacks as well as veggies, fish, meats, and perishable items.

The store’s proprietor is an extremely gracious woman who occasionally provides customers with a free snack.

Wear your leanest clothing because the aisles are narrow, just like in any other oriental store.

practical information
opening hours:mon-sun; 9 am-8 pm
Address: 5394 Kemps River Dr. UNIT 110, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, United States
phone:

3. Asia Grocery »ªÔ½

Without a doubt, the best Asian market in Virginia. You will always find everything you need here, plus more.

The pricing, in particular, is excellent, as are the products. You will be ok if you can blend in with the narrow aisles packed with an awesome variety of groceries.

Also, great selection of hard-to-find spices, herbs, and sauces. Don’t forget to eat at the fantastic pho and Bahn mi restaurant next door for lunch.

practical information
opening hours:mon-sun; 9 am-7 pm
address:5444 Virginia Beach Blvd UNIT 112, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, United States
phone:

4. Royal Bazaar Indian Asian Market

Royal Bazaar, located at Best Square is a specialty grocery store concentrating on Indian and Asian foods.

They offer a huge selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs in addition to a huge selection of spices and flours.

Their product is of exceptional quality, and everything looks really new. Along with a wide variety of canned and dry goods, there is a vast assortment of basmati rice.

 The Indian grocery selection at Royal Bazaar is very comprehensive, and the store’s pricing is reasonable.

The spacious aisles make it simple to shop and the staff is super friendly and helpful.

practical information
opening hours:mon-sun;10am-8pm
address: 415 N Military Hwy #23-A, Norfolk, VA 23502, United States
phone:

5. Mely’s Market

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Day at the market-by Shirlyvalt-

They feature a large selection of cooked and snack dishes from Asia. There are also chandeliers for sale.

The kind market has really nice and welcoming family that runs it. For those ingredients you just can’t get in a grocery store, always come here.

When craving Filipino food, Mely’s is a go-to place for fresh, frozen, and even cooked meals. The aisles are narrow and the shelves are stocked with goodies.

practical information
opening hours:mon-sat;10am-8pm/sun;12pm-6:30pm
address:1949 Lynnhaven Pkwy Virginia Beach, VA 23453
phone:+1 757-548-2133

6. Farmers International Foods

This is the best Asian market out here located at Lynnhaven Shopping Center. 

Compared to other Asian markets, prices are not excessive here. You can buy anything you need that is not available in a typical food store. 

Despite the fact that the shop is smaller than the Grand Mart in Virginia Beach, there is a respectable choice of Asian and Latin products.

They have live eels and blue crabs, which is always a bonus. 

practical information
opening hours:mon-sun;8:30am-9pm
address: 1505 Lynnhaven Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, United States
phone:

7. J Mart Japanese Grocery

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Processed fish products (kamaboko) for sale in Japanese grocery store-by Gpwitteveen-

J Mart is a tiny Japanese mini-mart located in Aragona Village Shoppes that sells rice cookers, varied candies, ready-to-eat packets, fresh and frozen foods, sake, and sauces & seasonings.

They have a nice assortment of Japanese snacks you won’t find in other stores, and also have books, cooking ware, bath products, frozen and fresh goods, seasonings, and prepackaged goods.

If you’re from abroad, you can find everything you need in this shop. They’re open until late, which is really handy.

Practical information
opening hours: Mon-sun; 8:30 am-9 am
address:649 Newtown Rd Ste 105, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, United States
phone:

10. E Mart

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This is an international market where you can do all your shopping. The store is located at Kempsville Marketplace.

Compared to other international markets, you particularly will enjoy how orderly and tidy Emart is. The staff is really polite and helpful.

practical information
opening hours:mon-sun;8:30am-9pm
address:4872 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, United States
phone:

With the exception of Japanese and Korean markets, most Asian markets are far less expensive than western supermarkets item for item.

 

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