Saigon Marketplace is a large Asian grocery store located in a strip center near Waters and Dale Mabry, close to the well-known Bahn Mi spot and a foot massage place. The store offers a wide variety of Asian essentials, including fruits, vegetables, canned goods, dried mushrooms, tofu, seitan, and other authentic Vietnamese products, making it a good choice for those seeking ingredients for Asian recipes. Customers appreciate the extensive selection of fresh produce, especially seasonal fruits and vegetables like yu choy and gai choy, often at better prices and higher quality than other markets. The store is a bit crowded and compact, with narrow aisles, stacks of boxes, and a somewhat disorganized look, which can make shopping challenging. Prepared foods and fresh meats and seafood require careful selection, as the ambiance does not inspire confidence; seafood should be frozen, and meats should be very fresh. Despite these drawbacks, the store is valued for its inventory and convenience, especially for those nearby or familiar with Asian cooking. It is a go-to place for authentic Vietnamese products and a variety of vegetables, offering a sense of nostalgia with many items reminiscent of home-cooked meals. Overall, Saigon Marketplace is a compact but resourceful shop with a wide selection, ideal for Asian cuisine enthusiasts.
It's got all the Asian grocery essentials, and its next to THE Bahn Mi spot. And then you can get a foot massage next door to the Bahn Mi spot. You can't lose.
July 2025
Very tight space. They have most ingredients. The drinks selection is lacking. No pennywort, guava, mangosteen, and lychee.
July 2025
Good selection staff not very helpful but easy to navigate.
