If you live in Paris or are visiting and want to buy some Asian groceries then our guide has the lowdown on the best Asian markets in the city. Chinese, Korean or Japanese – Paris has got a wealth of different markets with dry, fresh and frozen specialty ingredients!
Asian Grocery Stores in Paris
There are multiple Asian grocery stores across the capital city and there’s not one particular area where you’ll find them. The majority are Chinese grocery stores but sell ingredients and products used and from across Asia. For example you’ll easily find Thai, Vietnamese and Japanese products in these large Asian grocery stores.
Chen Market
One of my favourites Asian grocery store chains in Paris, Chen Market currently have 4 stores open throughout the capital. Well spread out, there are stores in Montmartre, Belleville, Lafayette and in the 13th arrondissement. All their stores are on the larger side and have a great selection of products. They stock fresh noodles, a huge tofu selection, hard to find vegetables, frozen spring rolls and a wide choice of cooking sauces. Regardless of what you’re looking for, you’ll most likely find it at Chen Market. Also worth noting that their Montmartre store has a fresh bubble tea area for take-away.
What to know before visiting
- The organisation can be a bit chaotic, be patient when searching for what you’re looking for
- Their opening times vary across their stores
Addresses:
120 rue du Faubourg du Temple, 75011
13 place de Vénétie, 75013
48 rue de la Chaussée d’Antin, 75018
3 rue de Steinkerque, 75018
Website: https://www.instagram.com/chenmarketfr/
Tang Frères
Tang Frères is probably the most famous Asian market in Paris. Around since 1972, they now have 4 stores in Paris and 3 Tang Gourmet outlets serving great Chinese food. Their stores are large and stock fresh Asian vegetables and fruit, tinned goods and frozen food. Their prices are on the reasonable side however most of their locations are slightly out of the way if you’re in central Paris.
What to know before visiting
- Try their Tang Frères Gourmet for great Cantonese roast meat
- Their opening times vary across their stores
Addresses:
87 Av. de Flandre, 75019
168 Av. de Choisy, 75013
41 Rue Labrouste, 75015
48 Av. d’Ivry, 75013
Website: https://www.tang-freres.fr
Les Halles de l’Asie
Hidden amongst a sea of bars, beauty salons and Asian restaurants lies Les Halles de l’Asie. A small, cramped yet surprisingly large Asian supermarket, they’ve got an incredible variety of products on sale. I’ve generally gone here when I can’t find speciality ingredients or herbs that aren’t on sale in other Asian markets. They’ve even got a small butcher and fishmonger section.
What to know before visiting
- Open every day
Address: 19 Rue de Belleville, 75020
Korean Markets in Paris
Looking for speciality ingredients to make delicious Korean food in Paris or simply want to find your favourite Korean candy? We know just the spot for you.
K-Mart
K-Mart is the biggest chain of Korean markets in Paris. With 5 stores currently open – including one on the Champs-Elysées – it’s one of the most reliable places to stock up on Korean food products. Stocking a massive variety of fresh and dried noodles, spices and fresh kimchi, it’s my number one go to option for Korean products.
What to know before visiting
- Open every day including bank holidays
- Opening times vary depending on the store
Addresses:
4-8 rue Sainte-Anne, 75001
9-11 rue Robert de Flers, 75015
9 rue du Colisée, 75008
20 rue du Pont-Neuf, 75001
96 rue de Provence, 75009
Website: https://www.k-mart.fr
Ace Market
If you’re near the famous Rue Sainte-Anne and want to quickly pick up some Korean food then Ace Market is a great place to go. Small but yet very organised, it’s easy to quickly pick up fresh fermented vegetables, candy and other Korean delicacies. Open all week around until 9pm and in a very central location, it’s a handy Korean grocery store to go to.
What to know before visiting
- Open every day until 9pm
Address: 63 Rue Sainte-Anne, 75002
Website: https://www.instagram.com/acemart.paris/
Japanese Markets in Paris
If you’re craving Japanese instant ramen or want to pick up your favourite brand of noodles, there’s plenty of Japanese markets available in Paris.
Kioko
One of the best and biggest Japanese markets in Paris, there’s an incredible selection of Japanese products available. Located very close to rue Sainte-Anne and about a 10 minutes walk from the Louvre, it’s very well situated. Kioko have a mind-bogglingly large array of products in stock with vast amounts of instant ramen, noodles and soy sauces to choose from. There’s even a fresh produce section with Japanese micro-mushrooms and fresh soba noodles available. Finally, there’s a homeware section on the second floor with tableware imported from Japan.
What to know before visiting
- Closed on Mondays
Address: 46 Rue des Petits Champs, 75002
Website: https://www.kioko.fr/en/
