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January 2024 by Lisa A.
Love this market - it truly is reliable. I didn't know what to expect when I first stepped into the shop, but I was pleasantly surprised by what I saw. They have a variety of groceries (fresh, frozen, etc) and many Asian food items. They also sell beer and wine. I have to say, I was really impressed by the beer selection and often opt to shop at Reliable Market instead of nearby liquor shops when looking to grab beers. Above all else, the people who work here are sooooo friendly. This place is a gem.
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December 2023 by Sara Sinback
Pillar of the community. Great beer and sake selection. Respectable wine selection. Paul works evenings and is super nice and eager to chat about selection whenever you have a question. Got most you could ask for for last minute dinner shopping - some of the white people veg bears a second glance sometimes, but usually all the produce is fresh, and the asian produce is always in great shape in my experience. Dank kimchi of many varieties in the back as well as reasonably priced sushi cuts. 10/10 rivals market basket
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November 2023 by Selena T.
Great selection of fresh Asian produce, snacks, kimchi, rice, sauces, and the owners are very nice people too!
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November 2023 by Micael Guzman (Ben)
Good selection of Asian goods (mostly Korean products). Prices are pretty reasonable and, while it's on the smaller side for a grocery store, it's a good choice when you don't want to trek out to one of the H Marts.
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November 2023 by Vincent L.
When I stopped by, most folks seemed to be here for convenience-related items like snacks and beer (of which there is a large, craft-oriented selection). But what was also surprising was the amount of Asian items on display, whether produce, frozen items, or packaged goods. Prices might not be at the level of large Asian supermarkets like 99 Ranch or H-Mart, but bear in mind the compact location of this market in the heart of a busy, urban neighborhood. There is even a grill in the rear that offers Korean entrees, although this appeared to be closed when I stopped by in the early evening recently. Still, far more than meets the eye if you were to judge it by its cover, because you literally can't see inside - especially how extensive and packed it is.
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September 2023 by Sabrina Abrams
Awesome store! Lots of great Chinese/Korean/Japanese grocery items and produce, plus a huge alcohol section. Hidden jem for sure!
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September 2023 by Jovie Conroy
This review is long overdue. I've been going to this grocery store for over 7 years. They have great selection, especially the ones they make, ie homemade kimchi (they have a vegetarian/vegan version as as well) schiracha sauce etc. The owners are super friendly and helpful! So if you want to avoid the hassle and traffic of H-mart just come here instead
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July 2023 by Charlotte L
Surprisingly good cider and beer selection, plus a variety of Asian ingredients from a range of brands. Fairly small store but manages to fit a lot of stuff into it - they have a good fridge and freezer section, some produce and a small prepared foods section in the back. And very friendly staff!
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June 2023 by Bill Hall
Best hidden gem beer shop in the entire city! Also if you're looking for hard to find Asian ingredients look no further, place rules
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May 2023 by Christopher Brau
100% accurate name (before 8pm).Their kimchi is amazing and the frozen aisle has a lot of interesting stuff to discover
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May 2023 by Tyler Desmond
Good prices and a fantastic wine/beer selection
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May 2023 by Thomas Stack
Friendly service with a wide array of East Asian staples and grocery items plus a really good selection of sake and craft beers. Their kimchi is some of the best I’ve had in the Boston area! Stopping at Reliable is a highlight of many trips to Union Square.
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April 2023 by Alexander Taylor
I've been shopping here for years. Reliable Market is my favorite Asian grocery store in the Boston area. To start with, it's in Union Square, which is generally an excellent place to spend time, so the location is great. The store itself is family-run. Paul curates one of the best beer selections you'll find in Somerville, and I don't say that lightly. The grocery selection is second to none. All kinds of hard-to-find fresh, dried, fermented, and canned goods you simply won't find at other local stores - even in Chinatown for some items. Great wine and sake selection as well. The restaurant in the back is a hidden gem. Their chef will cook you all kinds of wonderful comfort foods and there are a few seats, or you can get it to go. The density of high quality items makes this store a fascinating wonderland of culinary adventure to browse. I come here regularly just to look around and try things, and I always leave with a few things. Never change, Reliable Market! Somerville needs you!
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April 2023 by Heather Mack
Where else can you get novelty candy from Korea, an incredible beer selection, plus fresh fish and so much more? This place is a gem.
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February 2023 by anika balaconis
Best boston stop for everything you've longed for but couldn't find. Great alcohol selection. Big snack collection from korea and japan. Noodles and sauces of all kinds. Fresh and frozen veg and seafood.
