Marina Food Market

A few months ago, this store changed its name from Marina Supermarket to Hashi Market. According to the staff, it is now a Japanese market. I happened to stop by on a Monday morning after dropping my child off at summer camp nearby and bought a lot of vegetables. Unfortunately, when I got home, I found that many of the vegetables were already spoiled — including the Taiwanese loofah (silk gourd). I bought three loofahs and used two the next morning for soup, only to find they were completely fibrous and stringy inside, like tough roots — totally inedible. Today, while dropping off my child again, I stopped by the market to ask for a refund. However, the cashier was only willing to refund me for one loofah, despite the fact that I showed her photos of all three. She said I needed to bring back the cooked loofahs in order to get a refund… seriously? The total was only $7.50. If the store wasn’t on my way, I wouldn't even bother going back. It’s disappointing that the store would put the burden on the customer for such a small refund, especially when clear evidence was provided. I understand that some customers may take advantage of return policies, but in this case, I had proof — what more do you expect? Should I really dig the inedible loofah out of the trash just to prove my case? This was my first time ever trying to return something at a grocery store, and it was an unpleasant experience. Not a good impression for a new start.

I used to live near Foster City, so it's been quite a while since I visited this particular Marina Market. While seeing my doctor at the San Mateo Hospital, I swung by this location hoping to pick up some Asian groceries. Most items are pretty much standard amongst most Asian supermarket chains (Ranch 99 or Hankook), however, when I strolled by their Deli Counter, I nearly couldn't believe my own eyes - an ENTIRE Roast Duck for $22.99‼️‼️‼️ Roast Duck prices have skyrocketed in recent years, whether it's Peking Duck or Roast Duck, the same roast ducks are $27.99 for HALF Duck, here you get the WHOLE duck for less! This is an incredible price, I hope this is their regular prices; if so, I'd come every other week😋😋😋 The lady behind the Deli Counter was also super nice, but unfortunately, unlike Ranch 99, where I could ask for some dipping sauces, the dripping & the duck marinade which are super flavorful; especially when added on top of a rice plate. But, fortunately, Marina Market's roast ducks are way juicier than the Ranch 99 counterpart (which tend to be much dryer & need additional sauces to give some flavors). I HIGHLY recommend coming here just to get their Roast Ducks, it pays for the trip👍😋😋 Additionally, I was also able to get some 6-oz tofus for mere $1.29/ec, which cost at least $1.69. I also picked up some yummy Taiwanese can goods of gumminess😋😋 In summary, if you are not interested in the roast ducks, then any Asian supermarkets would do; however, if you love some delicious roast ducks, it's well worth your while

Good for Asian food. But be aware of the expiration date of the products. It is not a nice place to shop because it is not very clean and does not smell so good. Must be because it has an aquarium with fish, lobsters, shrimps, live crabs. Looking like that does not make you want to eat, the aquariums are too dirty. There are other better places to buy fish.

Chinese grocery store that offers a wide selection of vegetables, live and packaged seafood, meats, hot cooked foods, canned goods, and household items. Dated and dark interior, but overall good value. Parking lot can be difficult to maneuver, as parking spots are small and weekend crowds makes driving a challenge.

..FUN FACT: rumour has it, beloved 80’s celebrity chef MARTIN YAN ("Yan Can Cook") did purchase much of his food product for the show - FROM THIS VERY STORE (back in the 1980’s)!! —Jacques Pépin did guest one episode & deboned (& stuffed) an entire chicken..purchased from your store!!

If you buy more than $80 of stuff, you get an automatic discount on your purchase, it's not just to use on deli stuff The produce section has the freshest greens in the area, chrysanthemum greens, bok choy, a choy, giant pea sprouts, Napa and more. If you don't know what you're doing, buy something tender looking, stir fry in hot oil, and lightly salt it. If you don't like it, add a sauce (in my experience oyster sauce fixes everything, my husband likes chili oil) Great hot food counter if you don't feel like cooking. The roast duck, and the squid are my favorites. The kids want the roast peanuts

The supermarket is quite complete. They won't let you put the groceries to your own bag. You have to put all the items to the cart and bring it outside then you can fill it to your bag. If you buy the bag, still you have to put it by yourself.