Arirang Oriental Market

My experience at Arirang Oriental Market was nothing short of extraordinary, and I can't recommend it highly enough. From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was enveloped in an atmosphere of warmth, authenticity, and unparalleled quality. The market's ambiance is a delightful fusion of cultural richness and inviting charm, making it a true gem for anyone seeking a diverse array of beautiful foods, tapestries, and an all-around exceptional experience.

The first thing that struck me about Arirang Oriental Market was the stunning array of beautiful foods and products that adorned its shelves. The market is a treasure trove of culinary delights, offering a wide selection of fresh produce, exotic spices, unique snacks, and other authentic ingredients that are a testament to the rich tapestry of Asian cuisine. The care and attention to detail in curating such a diverse and high-quality range of products are truly commendable, and it's evident that the market takes great pride in showcasing the best that Asian culinary traditions have to offer.

Not only does Arirang Oriental Market excel in providing a wide variety of exquisite foods, but the ambiance of the market itself is welcoming and immersive. The aisles are filled with vibrant colors and enticing aromas, creating an environment that invites exploration and discovery. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur of Asian cuisine or someone looking to embark on a culinary journey, the market's inviting atmosphere and carefully curated selection make it the perfect destination for anyone seeking to experience the beauty and diversity of Asian culinary traditions.

One of the most remarkable aspects of my visit to Arirang Oriental Market was the staff, whose knowledge, enthusiasm, and hospitality elevated my experience to new heights. The team members exuded a genuine passion for the products they offered, and their attentiveness and willingness to share their expertise made my visit truly memorable. Their friendly demeanor and eagerness to assist in finding the perfect ingredients or decor made me feel not only valued as a customer but also welcomed as a guest in their world of culinary delights.

In addition to the outstanding shopping experience, I was also impressed by the market's collection of beautiful tapestries and other cultural items that added an extra layer of richness to the overall ambiance. The intricate designs and vibrant colors of the tapestries, along with the carefully selected assortment of cultural items, served as a testament to the market's commitment to celebrating and sharing the beauty of Asian culture with the community.

Overall, my visit to Arirang Oriental Market was truly top-notch, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a memorable and enriching experience. Whether you're a food enthusiast, a culture aficionado, or someone simply looking for a welcoming and enjoyable environment, this market is a must-visit destination. The combination of beautiful foods, enchanting tapestries, and an amazing staff creates an experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression. Without a doubt, I award Arirang Oriental Market a resounding 5 stars and encourage everyone to embark on their own journey of discovery at this exceptional establishment.

Best place in Columbus for Korean food to-go! We like the bulgogi kimbap, soondobu and other stews from the market. Takes 15-30min to prepare so order restaurant food first then shop. The restaurant folks have great panchan sides to go with purchased food and you can buy more from the fridge- the sliced radish kimchi is amazing and their house kimchi is better than the other brands they sell. From the store we get our staples like seaweed rice topping, barley tea, and Ottogi sesame oil. Next door the Japanese friend chicken place is a good place to get more food to go while waiting on your stew order. 😁 The restaurant team is so friendly and thoughtfully packed our things up in a box for the drive home.

Excellent selection of goods. I got a boba drink and 10 seaweed squares
packs for about 9 bucks.

At the little dining area, lots of food options to choose from, with free barley tea. I liked my kimbap and tteokbokki. Folks there speaking Korean and many other languages - always a good sign. Thanks!

UPDATE: The restaurant in the back is open again!!

This is the place to go for authentic Korean food, you really can't do better than the little restaurant hidden away in the back of this market. Prices are great, food is delicious and spicy. Absolutely a must visit in Columbus.

I love this market. I always go when I'm hungry so I can get the jolmyeon at the restaurant in the back of the store. Then you can shop around and get a dessert too! Would recommend. They have all kinds of noodles, fish cakes, snacks, sauces, drinks, and some produce.

They have everything you need for Korean and Asian groceries. I got everything I needed for KBBQ at home and I can always find a great selection of tteboki and ramen here

Great variety of Korean food! I found everything I needed: rice, kelp, kimchi and more. Their kitchen makes great food to go, just order up front first and pay separately.

Had the hot stone bibimbap and seafood pancake. Both very good and it is a very interesting market that I know I will return to soon!

Our favorite Korean market! We always find everything we need there, and it’s my Halmoni’s favorite place in Columbus to get her things too. The kitchen in the back makes some really wonderful food, definitely get something to go!

The kitchen makes excellent food at very reasonable prices. The grocery is small-ish, yet has a reasonable selection. I shop here frequently, and order take out every few weeks.

Nice clean Koeean grocery store. Doesn't have mixed countries like Saraga and focused on Korean products. Prices are good and they serve food in the back as well. The owner isn't really friendly but that's just a korean thing

Great Asian market! Mostly Korean foods but that’s great too!

The food was delicious and generously portioned. They have picture menus in both Korean and English, and everyone was very friendly. We also enjoyed the large pot of warm barley tea with our meal.

The grocery aisles are well stocked.

I love this place. Get what you need for Korean bbq or get something from the kitchen in back. Everything is fantastic!

The restaurant was open, and the food was excellent. I had ox tail soup. The ladies in the kitchen told me it takes three(3) days to prepare it, if that tells you how authentic the food is. Eaten there a few times. Exceptional food. I don’t have a problem with their customer service. Cashier nodded when I came in. I’m fine with that. He was friendly when I checked out. Great selection of food. Visit it sometime.

Korean grocery store with a cafe in the back with a decent selection of Korean food staples. (Pay at the cashier up front for the food and they'll provide you a slip to provide the kitchen.) Selection decent for the size and I was able to find everything I needed as long as I wasn't brand picky. Easy to find and park considering it is in a shopping center and the staff was friendly and helpful.

Since living in Wonju, and haven't had great tasting kimchi or ramen noodles since. Airiang market has a vast array of authenic Korean veggies, ramen, soy sauce, sesame oil, etc.. I recommend the in store dishes that are kept in the sliding door refrigerators in the back of store. Furthermore, at the register they have their fresh made sushi rolls.

Loved the already made food they had in the back of the store! The spicy potatoes and the spicy pork were my favorite..japchae was also very good.

If you're looking for a taste of authentic asian cuisine then look no further! Every aisle in the store presents a whole new world to explore and the food is phenomenal. Staff is very kind and forgiving towards clumsy Americans. This place is a must to check out!