New Save in Hamilton Central is a must-visit for cooking enthusiasts looking for an extensive range of authentic oriental ingredients. This supermarket impresses with its vast selection of Japanese and Chinese staples like curry roux, miso, soy sauce, and unique sauces such as Doubanjiang and Mala, alongside kitchen tools like bamboo steamers and Chinese cleavers. Shoppers also find a diverse variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, often at better quality and prices than typical Western supermarkets. While the staff can be a bit reserved, the exceptional product range and quality make it a favored destination for those seeking specialty Asian groceries.
O Yamamuro
9 months agoThis is one of the few destinations for cooking enthusiasts who love oriental cuisines. Japanese curry roux, Okonomiyaki sauce, Tonkatsu sauce, Nori (seaweed paper), Miso (fermented soybean paste), Tofu (soft and firm), Sake (Japanese rice wine), Shiitake mushrooms, Oage (for Inari-zushi), Dashi-no-moto, Panko (bread crumbs for Tonkatsu), Karaage-ko (coating powder for Karaage), Mirin, Ponzu, Soy sauce, Men-tsuyu (noodle soup base) — they’re all available here. You can also find various brands of Doubanjiang (fermented broad bean chili paste), Tianmianjiang (sweet fermented wheat sauce), Douchi sauce (fermented black bean sauce), Hoisin sauce (sweet and savory sauce made from fermented soybeans), Mala sauce (spicy numbing sauce made with Sichuan peppercorns and chili), Shacha sauce (savory sauce made from garlic, dried shrimp, and spices), and kitchen tools like Chinese cleavers, bamboo steamers, and a wide range of both Japanese and Chinese noodles and instant food items. This store also offers more varieties of fruits and vegetables than Western supermarkets, often at better quality and prices than their Western counterparts. I know people often complain about the clerks’ unfriendly or cold attitudes, but I don’t mind as long as I can get items that aren’t available elsewhere.
Evy Lee
a year agoJust happened to visit this Asian store and was amazed by the vast selection across every product category. The extensive variety of offerings truly impressed me, making it a delightful shopping experience. From diverse food options to unique items, this store caters to a wide range of preferences. They have some toilet but don't expect cleanliness. Could do for those who really in need for loo
Hitomi Zhai
a month agoA good choice to buy asian goods but the environment and atmosphere (you know just the feeling ,groceries ,people ,decorating…)are not the best here
Anthony Peek
2 months agoI enjoyed this experience and will be back, lots of options and friendly staff.
Brett Johanson
2 months agoI try and come here every time I come to Hamilton, Great selection.