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Joong Boo Market
Supermarket and Grocery Store
Northwest Side, Chicago
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"Kimchi, soups, dumplings, awesome cheap lunch spot"(8 Tips)
"Also make sure you try the dumplings from the stand outside!"(7 Tips)
"Korean products—it was even featured on an episode of Bizarre Foods."(2 Tips)
"Nice selection of Japanese foods and condiments, udon, soba, sake..."(6 Tips)
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Awesome restaurant hidden in the back of this market, but the best part is the fish, veggie, & frozen food selections for affordable prices. If you live on the Nside, you have to visit.
Chicago TribuneMarch 9, 2015In a shed in front of the market, a young couple sells dumplings: kimchi and noodles (slightly spicy), pork and chives (hearty, mild) and red bean (sweet, purple, gigantic). Read more
- First We FeastAugust 3, 2014This incredibly popular and crammed Korean market in Chicago is perhaps best known for its mind-boggling array of Korean products—it was even featured on an episode of Bizarre Foods. Read more
Fantastic produce and beautiful fish at really affordable prices. Awesome cafe and great home-goods section in the back. Parking can be a little rough in the awkwardly shaped lot.
Jessi LangsenJanuary 18, 2014The kimchi dumpling from Joong boo's new stand is manageably spicy and seriously delicious. Pork/veg also good.
- Tracy TakacsAugust 21, 2014Good place for Kim Chee supplies and you can grab lunch there. Also make sure you try the dumplings from the stand outside!
Serious EatsOctober 31, 2013You'll find loads of great Korean products here, including a diverse selection of produce. But don't forget about the tiny restaurant in the back.
It gets very crowded but I love coming to this place. Their mini “food court” also has delicious and cheap food!
David HeiserOctober 11, 2015Best Asian grocery store in Chicago. The snack bar is great for the price, too.
AdnaJanuary 17, 2017Get the red bean steam buns they sell right outside the market. Very large, soft, and filling.
Shailee WeberMarch 7, 2017Go to the snack shack and go crazy; there is nothing bad here. Homemade kimchi and kimchi bar are a must.
Sushi platter on wednesdays and fridays is amazing. great place for cheap fish and tofu
Hidden gem restaurant at the corner of the supermarket. Excellent korean food for less than 10$!
Liz ThompsonMarch 25, 2014The kimchi dumpling will leave you satisfied for days. It's a must have treat before or after shopping.
It have the Asiatic ingredients you are looking for. It also offers hot food in a corner of the market. Good food!
Great selection of Asian groceries and kitchenware. Stop in if you haven't been yet.- DamianJanuary 20, 2014Nice selection of Japanese foods and condiments, udon, soba, sake... You name it!
Do not forget: they have a sit down cafe inside with order food and a separate room for household items.
Kim TranchitaJanuary 22, 2012We bought a whole cart full of fish, vegetables, rice, pickles... 8 bags of groceries for $80. You can't beat the prices.
Their marinated ribs, beef and pork are awesome for grilling.
Go to Joong Boo Market. Fill a shopping basket with tofu at 99 cents per 19-oz. pack. Enjoy scrambled tofu every morning for the next week.
Christina TMarch 11, 2013Decent job in cramming lots of stuff in a small area. Barely any walking space and barely anything in there. Disappointing. Better off going to H Mart :/
Lisa JSeptember 22, 2012This place SUCKS!!! I'd rather drive another hour in traffic to go to H Mart. There is no customer service.
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