Kim's Asian Market

Kim's Asian Market is a neighborhood Korean grocery store on Snelling Avenue in St Paul, Minnesota, serving shoppers looking for Korean ingredients and other Asian grocery finds in a compact, easy-to-browse setting. Located at 689 Snelling Ave N, St Paul, MN 55104, the store is a convenient stop for home cooks, curious food explorers, and anyone searching for ingredients that may be difficult to find elsewhere. Customer reviews highlight its friendly service, organized shelves, and a selection that makes good use of the small space.

For Korean cooking, shoppers have found ingredients for dishes and preparations such as gochujang, along with hard-to-find foods from Korea and Japan. Reviews describe customers arriving with a short ingredient list and discovering additional items along the way. The store also has produce, refrigerated, and freezer sections, giving shoppers more than shelf-stable groceries to consider. Its selection is thoughtfully arranged, though the compact footprint means it is not a large supermarket and may not carry an extensive range of ready-to-eat meals or instant ramen options.

Customers often mention attentive, welcoming staff and an organized shopping experience. Reviews also describe competitive prices and a mix of authentic products and novelty treats. One shopper called out a fish-shaped ice cream as a fun find, while others appreciate being able to pick up ingredients for cooking at home. Because stock and selection can change, it is sensible to contact the store if you are making a special trip for a particular item.

Kim's Asian Market can suit local residents planning a Korean or Japanese-inspired meal, cooks looking for specialty ingredients, and visitors who enjoy exploring a small neighborhood grocery. The store has a 4.7-star rating from 530 reviews, with customers especially noting helpful service and the ability to find items they had not located at other shops. It is closed Mondays; hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a focused grocery stop in St Paul, it offers a friendly place to browse, ask questions, and discover something new without needing a sprawling store.