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1255 Monterey St # C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Welcome To Slo Asian Market
Slo Asian Market, an Asian and women-owned gem in San Luis Obispo, has been delighting customers for over 20 years. Nestled at 1255 Monterey St, this family-owned store offers an abundant selection of Asian ingredients, including hot pot essentials, ramen, and unique snacks. Customers rave about the warm, inviting atmosphere created by owner Fanny, who fosters a sense of community. Whether you’re on a mission for specific treats like ube halaya or exploring new flavors, Slo Asian Market is your go-to destination. With convenient delivery options and a commitment to customer satisfaction, it truly embodies the spirit of culinary exploration.
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Slo Asian Market
Welcome to Slo Asian Market, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of San Luis Obispo, California. Located at 1255 Monterey St #C, this family-owned store has become a beloved hub for the local Asian community and food enthusiasts alike. Over the years, Slo Asian Market has grown tremendously, expanding its offerings to include a vibrant array of Asian foods and ingredients.
What draws you into Slo Asian Market is not just the impressive selection but also the warm, inviting atmosphere cultivated by the owner, Fanny. Shoppers often describe their visits as more than just errands; they feel like community hangouts where friendships blossom. According to one regular, *“Fanny makes it such a pleasant experience to shop there”*, highlighting the personal touch and genuine hospitality you’ll find at every turn.
- Essential Ingredients: From hot pot items to essential Korean ingredients like fish sauce, Slo Asian Market provides everything you need for your next culinary adventure.
- Wide Variety: Explore their extensive selection featuring not only basics but also unique snacks, teas, and specialty items that you may not find elsewhere.
- Impulse Buys: The store even delights in offering an assortment of fun gifts and snacks that make it hard to resist an impulse buy—as noted by Tonya, a frequent shopper.
One of the standout features of Slo Asian Market is its commitment to meeting specific customer requests, whether it’s sourcing a rare treat or providing recommendations for various dishes. Many have applauded the staff’s knowledge and friendliness, making the shopping experience enjoyable. Victor, a new visitor, expressed how he was pleased to discover not only familiar favorites but also novel snacks that pique curiosity.
For those still skeptical about the modest size of the store, KJ reminds us that it’s the quality and variety that truly matter. With over twenty years in the business, Slo Asian Market stands as a testament to how passion and dedication can create a remarkable shopping experience.
Whether you're in the mood for a relaxing ramen night or gearing up for a festive hot pot gathering, Slo Asian Market is your go-to destination. Stop by for a visit, and immerse yourself in the flavors of Asia, brought to life by a community-focused spirit and an unmatched selection of ingredients.
Elevate your culinary journey at Slo Asian Market, where every item on the shelf has a story waiting to be told.
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“ This familyowned store is fantastic. Ive seen it grow over the years and they now carry such a wide variety of Asian foods and ingredients that it is now my goto place. We usually get hot pot items, essential korean ingredients, fish sauce, teas, snacks, spring roll ingredients, ramen, etc. The best part is that Fanny makes it such a pleasant experience to shop there she makes it feel like a community hangout spot! ”
“ This place is truly a gem in SLO for the Asian community. It may be a small store, but for what it is, it has a decent amount of variety. Plus, it doesnt hurt to ask if the owner can order something specific like when I was looking for ube halaya. I really cant agree with lots of the low ratings considering how vague, entitled, and or prejudiced the reviewer is. The owner is wonderful and she has the right to keep her parking spots open for those thatre going in the store, not those hogging 1 of 2 parking spots for later. ”
“ Okay we see the side of the building on the way to French Hospital for appointments and finally decided to drop in. I needed cool and unusual snacks for the Halloween party. The young lady at the register is not just pleasant indeed she is bubbly ,full of smiles and knew her cookies. Good selection of Saki. Picked up some fresh ginger root, candy and a mess of other snacks I have absolutely no idea of what they are or how they will taste. Thats the nice thing about holiday get togethers. A lot of folks unknowingly volunteer as test subjectsI included The young gal did point out the ones she tried and liked and also pointed out others she did not know about. I will be back and ,A let her know what happened and B stick up on more snacks with names I cant pronounce and full of stuff I never heard of. All of this came to 26.93 ,Saki had different prices for different budgets ”
“ I love this store! They always have everything I need in stock, plus a variety of snacks and gifts I like to impulse buy too. I like the sake selection, and I get so happy when I find Pokemon items as well! ”
“ Great shop been around for 20 plus years only place in San luis that you can get stuff for ramen and hot pot. Also has huge selection of anime ”
“ The only family Oriental Market in San Luis Obispo with almost everything you need and if they do not, they will try to get it for you. They do have a few parking spaces in the front. Store is super clean and very well organized. Love all the sauces and fresh vegetables. ”
“ This place is so great. The owner is so passionate about this business and is super helpful. I have never had someone whos so kind and considerate help me when looking for items I have trouble finding. She has even offered to order any items that I really really needwant! Above and beyond as well as great stock of products. ”
“ very friendly cashier! she gave some great tips about incoming shipments for the new year. the place is full of things ive been dying to try but could never justify paying so much for shipping customs. great selection of fish cakes, frozen dumplings, instant noodles, ice cream, and a wide variety of ingredients. theres also a small selection of nonfood items like sake decanter sets, chopsticks, matcha whisks with bowls, kitchen knives, cooking pots, backpacks, and figurines. absolutely will come again ”