Looking to try the best international grocery stores in town?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable international grocery stores in Oakland, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to satisfy your cravings.
1. Minto Jamaican Market
Topping the list is Minto Jamaican Market. Located at 4042 Broadway (between 40th and 41st streets) in Piedmont Avenue, the international grocery store is the highest-rated budget-friendly international grocery store in Oakland, boasting four stars out of 84 reviews on Yelp.
The business's website states that Minto Jamaican Market "has been Bay Area’s primary source of Caribbean, West Indian and African foods, herbs and personable household items for over 20 years." The store offers canned goods, sauces, spices, soup, juice and more. The spot also serves up fresh beef, chicken and veggie turnovers.
2. Mithepheap Market
Next up is Rancho San Antonio's Mithepheap Market, situated at 1400 14th Ave. (between Marin Way and 15th Avenue). With 4.5 stars out of 30 reviews on Yelp, the international grocery store has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.
The store offers Cambodian and Southeast Asian ingredients, which includes a selection of produce, spices, herbs, sauces, noodles and canned goods. There are also pre-packaged meals available at the checkout counter.
3. Lao Market
Lao Market, located at 1619 International Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap international grocery store four stars out of 10 reviews.
The store offers fresh vegetables, fruit and bamboo, as well as fish, chicken and sausage. Customers may also purchase papaya salad, rice crackers and banana leaf-wrapped rice treats.
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