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International grocery stores near me: Asian, Latin, Indian, Middle Eastern, African, and more

Find specialty supermarkets for every cuisine — with SNAP/EBT info

International grocery stores are some of the best places in the U.S. to find fresh produce, spices, rice, beans, sauces, and prepared foods at prices that often beat mainstream chains. Here's how to find specialty supermarkets near you by cuisine.

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Many international grocers are in suburban shopping centers; flagship locations in big cities are often near transit. Call ahead about parking, especially in dense urban neighborhoods.
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International grocery stores typically serve customers in the languages of the communities they serve — Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Hindi, Arabic, Amharic, and many others.

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Last updated: June 2026

Asian supermarkets

  • H Mart — Korean and pan-Asian; the largest Asian supermarket chain in the U.S.
  • 99 Ranch Market — Chinese and pan-Asian; concentrated on the West Coast and in major metros.
  • Lotte Plaza — Korean; strong in the Mid-Atlantic.
  • Mitsuwa Marketplace — Japanese; flagship stores in LA, Chicago, NJ, and Texas.
  • Uwajimaya — Japanese and pan-Asian; Pacific Northwest.
  • Hong Phat, Fubonn, Viet Hoa — major Vietnamese and pan-Asian markets.
  • Seafood City — Filipino supermarket chain.
  • Island Pacific Supermarket — Filipino, West Coast.

South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi) grocers

  • Patel Brothers — the largest Indian grocery chain in the U.S.
  • India Bazaar and Subzi Mandi — regional chains.
  • Apna Bazar and many independent neighborhood grocers across the country.

Latin American grocers

  • Fiesta Mart — Texas-based Latin American supermarket chain.
  • Northgate González Market — Southern California.
  • El Super — California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas.
  • La Michoacana Meat Market — Texas and Oklahoma.
  • Vallarta Supermarkets — California.
  • Cardenas Markets — Southwest.
  • Compare Foods — East Coast.

Middle Eastern and Mediterranean

  • Phoenicia Specialty Foods — Houston.
  • Sahadi's — Brooklyn institution.
  • Aladdin Sweets & Market, Halal Meat & Mediterranean, and many independent halal grocers nationwide.
  • Jerusalem Market and other regional Mediterranean grocers.

African and Caribbean

  • African Food Mart, African Grocery, and many independent grocers serving West African, East African, and Caribbean communities, especially in DC, Atlanta, Houston, Minneapolis, and the Bronx.
  • Caribbean Foods and Caribbean-American markets across NYC, South Florida, and Boston.

European and Eastern European

  • European Deli, Net Cost Market, Taste of Europe — Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, and Balkan staples.
  • Polish delis in Chicago, Brooklyn, and across the Northeast.
  • Italian markets like Eataly and DiBruno Bros. for premium Italian groceries.

SNAP/EBT and WIC at international grocers

  • Most major chains (H Mart, 99 Ranch, Patel, Fiesta, Northgate) accept SNAP/EBT.
  • Many independent ethnic grocers also accept SNAP and WIC.
  • Use the USDA SNAP retailer locator to confirm specific stores.

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is an international grocery store?

    An international grocery store specializes in foods from a specific country, region, or cultural cuisine — for example Asian supermarkets, Latin American mercados, Middle Eastern halal grocers, African markets, or Indian groceries. Many carry a wider produce, spice, and prepared-foods selection than mainstream chains.

  • What are the biggest international grocery chains in the U.S.?

    H Mart and 99 Ranch are the largest Asian supermarket chains. Patel Brothers leads in South Asian groceries. Fiesta Mart, La Michoacana Meat Market, and Northgate González Market are major Latin American chains. Lotte Plaza, Uwajimaya, and Mitsuwa Marketplace are well-known regional players.

  • Do international grocery stores accept SNAP/EBT?

    Most do. H Mart, Patel Brothers, Fiesta, Northgate, and most independent ethnic grocers accept SNAP/EBT for eligible food items. Use the USDA SNAP retailer locator to confirm any specific store.

  • Are international grocery stores cheaper?

    Often yes — especially for produce, rice, beans, lentils, and spices. International grocers typically beat mainstream chain prices on the items they specialize in, and they sell larger pack sizes.

  • How do I find international grocery stores near me?

    Use FoodCycled's grocery directory, search Google Maps for "[cuisine] grocery store near me" (e.g. "Indian grocery store near me"), or check the USDA SNAP retailer locator.