Lotte Oriental Foods & Gifts

Well stocked Korean store. Lots of varieties of plant based dumplings and the vegan noodle cups I like - as a mostly vegetarian and frequent customer of other Asian markets I was impressed with the amount of options here compared to other places. Tons of instant ramyun including some varieties I haven't seen locally before. Plenty of options for miso and rice which were the other items I was shopping for. Great experience!

I’ve never had a bad experience and I frequent this location a few times a month. The checkout ladies also very nice!

Great selection of Korean products from many types of kimchi to a wide range of rices.

They have a small produce operation that grows hard to find items like Korean chiles and perilla just for them.

They also have an impressive selection of banchan in a small cooler freestanding from the outer walls.

It's a pretty small place but they had everything I needed! (For miso soup) I got the paste, some tofu, some little mushrooms, some chives. They also make food there if you're feeling hungry while shopping. Would go back again!

Lotte (4944 N High Street) has a great selection of Korean foods and also very clean and organized. It’s my favorite Korean/Asian store. One complaint I do have, however, is this rude cashier. She usually never smiles or acts friendly but I’m okay with it, that is until today. She was very rude when I was in there today (Dec 20) afternoon. She never greeted me once or even acknowledged me, but worse of all, talked on the phone with her “mom” the entire time, from start to finish. Then she rudely hands back my credit card by carelessly setting it on the counter a little out of my reach, while still on the phone - she kept saying repeatedly into the phone in Korean “Mom, do you want to buy it or not?” When the owner reads this review I’m hoping that he will have a serious talk with her. She should not treat customers like they are invisible.

lots of korean snacks and drinks that you might miss from your childhood are all here. and the restaurant in the back is open after 11am for kimbap tteokbokki and all other korean comfort foods.

Well organized and extremely clean Korean/Asian grocery with great produce, frozen and fresh meats, noodles, rice, dumplings, sauces, candy, etc. Meat counter will slice ribeye for bulgogi and sells it marinated or plain. I would say this is a hidden gem but there were plenty of people inside!

Staff is extremely friendly and kind! They have literally almost everything! I’ve been looking everywhere for the samyang tteokbokki and was so grateful that they have them! They also have different flavors of the samyang ramen! I would definitely recommend!

Very nice little Korean kitchen in the back of this market (that seems to have everything) It was everything we'd hoped for. A great variety of truly authentic Korean food. Hot and spicy but not too hot. We had researched all of Korean type foods and then researched reviews. Found this little gem and was not dissapointed. The two Korean women cooked right there next to the 6 tables near their kitchen. It was really awesome. They were full of hospitality! You won't be disappointed.

Great place to grab Korean food, snacks, and Soju. They have fresh Kimchi, including cucumber and radish types. A good selection of Galbi and Bulgogi meat and marinades for BBQing. A whole row of ramen. Like many have already said, I drive from an hour away because this is the best Korean store in Central Columbus.

THE Kimchi Connection!!!

Go in the front door, and then go straight to the back of the store, look to the Left, and Lo and Behold, THE Kimchi Cooler of Kimchi Coolers!

They have ALL KINDS of Kimchi, including Vegan.

Best Korean Mart I've been to in Columbus! So much variety and a very neat and well cared for store. Only downside was that I live an hour away and can't visit more often.

My first visit to this store it is very clean and this is the place to go for Lotte snacks or soup bases. They do have quite a selection of tofu, seasonings, tea, seafood, and a hidden restaurant in the back. Nice lady, she greeted me with a smile and polite. It is a small limited amount of marketplace items so I picked up Kimchi (only several choices) or food I can't find close to home as most near Columbus.

This is the store to go to if you cook Korean, Filipino, Thai, Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese dishes. It lacks gift items, meat is expensive, and some of the frozen foods can be since most are delivered from Chicago (I completely understand), but not much drink selection of choices. Lotte Oriental Foods is fairly priced, you'll pay more at Morse Rd where they don't interact with you much if you aren't Korean.

Great place! Just went here for the first time today. The workers are super friendly. The store is jam packed with goods! They sell a variety of Makgeolli too! They has have a kitchen in that back that is currently doing carry out. I had the bulgogi, which was $8 and a good portion and comes with all the typical sides! I'm not a Korean food expert but I thought it was delicious! Overall, this place is a gem and I will certainly be back! Can't wait to try more of their dishes and drink more Makgeolli lol

I have visited multiple Asian markets but this by far is my new favorite! We had dinner at the resturant in the back before shopping, the food was amazing! After filling up our stomachs we started shopping, the selection was great with many options (I mainly go for the korean groceries). The staff were the most polite I've met so far, they made me feel very comfortable and welcomed and were nice to chat with while checking out! A must visit for sure.

Small grocery store but everything you need is here is your from KOREA and need produce, meats, icecreams, soju , etc. The store has been in Columbus for over 30 years I believe and is still standing strong. The real gem is the small restaurant that has about 5-6 tables. The food is very authentic and very cheap. About $8-10 an entree and comes with side dishes. I rather come here to eat than any of the other Korean restaurants because the dishes would probably cost $3-5 more.

Sweetest staff & great selection of Asian products. Love the freezer options & fresh produce too! Travel from 2 hours away to cone here as often as possible! Awesome little store!

This is such a gem hidden in a tiny strip mall off High St.
While the offerings aren't as numerous as some other local markets, due to the focus being primarily Korean foodstuffs, what they do carry is incredibly high quality and beautifully displayed in a near spotless store.
The staff is incredibly nice. I'll be back.

Best kimchi! BEST KIMCHI! Wonderful selection of Asian food staples, pretty good produce section. Terrific selection of dried seaweed. All kinds of rice. Good frozen foods section, and much more! Good customer service, too.

A small but great Korean grocery has a variety of Korean stuffs and is neat and clean.