Welcome to Reliable Market
At Reliable Market, we’ve crafted a unique space where flavor meets community. Nestled in Somerville’s vibrant Union Square, our international grocery offers a delightful variety of fresh Asian produce, snacks, and essential cooking items. Customers rave about our wide selection of Korean and Japanese specialties, from delicious prepared foods to an impressive array of craft beers and wines. Each visit feels like an adventure, as you discover new items among our curated shelves. Our friendly staff, dedicated to ensuring an enjoyable shopping experience, makes this neighborhood gem a truly reliable stop for all your grocery needs. Come discover the magic here!
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45 Union Square, Somerville, MA 02143 Hotline: (617) 623-9620
Located at 45 Union Square, Somerville, MA 02143, Reliable Market is more than just an international grocery store—it’s a vibrant hub for food lovers seeking unique ingredients and local flavors. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and delightful selection, this charming market has quickly established itself as a beloved fixture in the community.
As you step inside Reliable Market, you'll notice a diverse array of groceries that cater to a wide range of culinary needs. Whether you're in search of fresh produce like bok choy and green onions, or looking for specialty Asian items such as authentic kimchi, sauces, and noodles, you'll find everything you need to create delicious meals at home. The market's commitment to quality and variety is evident, with customers raving about the freshness of their selections.
Among the standout offerings is their prepared food section. Diners can grab ready-to-eat options like kimchi chigae and japchae, providing a quick yet satisfying alternative for busy schedules. Accompanied by warm and friendly service, it's this personal touch that makes every visit feel special. As one happy customer noted, "the people who work here are sooooo friendly," making it a pleasant stop on any shopping trip.
Another highlight of Reliable Market is its impressive craft beer and wine selection. With a curated range of local brews, it stands out as a go-to destination for those looking to enjoy a drink with their meals. Customers frequently comment on discovering new favorites, making each visit an exploration of flavor.
For those intrigued by unique beverages, Reliable Market also offers a fine selection of sake and Korean alcoholic drinks, ensuring that both novices and aficionados alike can find something to suit their palate. The thoughtful curation and constant rotation of stock mean there's always something new to try, which has left many feeling enchanted by the "magic" of the market.
In a bustling area like Union Square, Reliable Market emerges as a gem of a small business, appealing to residents and visitors with its high-quality offerings and congenial service. Despite a few remarks about slightly higher prices, many patrons express that the experience and the remarkable selection make it worth every penny, reinforcing the market's motto—truly, a reliable stop for those in search of exceptional foods.
- Location: 45 Union Square, Somerville, MA 02143
- Contact: (617) 623-9620
- Highlights:
- Diverse selection of Asian groceries and produce
- Delicious prepared foods like kimchi chigae and completed ramen solutions
- Impressive craft beer and wine assortment
- Exceptional customer service with a friendly atmosphere
So next time you're in the area, stop by Reliable Market to experience its charm and culinary wonders for yourself. You might just uncover your new favorite dish or drink, and walk away feeling inspired for your next cooking adventure.
this place slaps, folks who work there are so friendly-- 1000% worth the higher, but not by much, prices to support the small business!!! always finding something new to try here :))
I've been here a handful of times when I lived in Somerville. They have lots of neat stuff. Prices were a tad high for me. I actually can't remember what I even bought. I just remember walking around a lot looking for something I could afford. Lots of neat drinks though.
Love this market - it truly is reliable. I didn't know what to expect when I first stepped into the shop, but I was pleasantly surprised by what I saw. They have a variety of groceries (fresh, frozen, etc) and many Asian food items. They also sell beer and wine. I have to say, I was really impressed by the beer selection and often opt to shop at Reliable Market instead of nearby liquor shops when looking to grab beers. Above all else, the people who work here are sooooo friendly. This place is a gem.
Great selection of fresh Asian produce, snacks, kimchi, rice, sauces, and the owners are very nice people too!
This place is magic. It's super unassuming, and I've definitely walked right by it even when I've been looking for it. The name "Reliable Market" makes me immediately suspicious. Something about the time we live in that if a business advertises itself as reliable, I give it a week. But Reliable Market lives up to the name. It's reliable. So long as you're looking for delicious Korean prepared food, frozen food, snacks, random cooking utensils, extremely good and varied craft beers and reasonable produce. They have a really kind of wacky selection of things. Their prepared food section is reliable only in the sense that it's delicious, not in that it reliably has any particular item. I think I haven't been there where they had the same thing available twice. Revisiting the craft beer: Their selection is pretty astonishing. Every time I've gone I discover a beer I haven't seen before. And this is Union Square. Basically every other building is a brewery. Definitely top Korean grocery the area. H-Mart? More like Unreliable Mart.
As a Somerville resident, I love Reliable Market! I often just head over there to browse and see what inspires me for that trip. It's also a UPS access point so it's hard to avoid browsing when I go to pick up a package. Small space with a ton of variety in products. I always grab my Asian snacks and ramen here. They also have a GREAT selection of local beers, wine, etc. They fairly recently did construction in the space to accommodate more beers and wine. Great find. I also like their ready to eat section. I usually grab either some seaweed salad or a squid salad. If they have some sushi I'll pick that up too. The rice isn't the best but it's pretty good for a grab and go selection. I love their kimchi chigae as well. Huge portion size. Or their japchae is also delicious. It's clearly a family run business which is great to see and the younger staff is pretty friendly. Love this place :)
To get some sake I came here. There are good collections. I got some nigorizake. Asian style but mainly Korean, and some Japanese. I also got pork buns and red beans buns. I am guessing the owner is Korean: I saw a lot of authentic kimuchi jars and got one. If you are for Korean and sake or Korean alcohol, here is good. More pure Japanese stuff and authentic Japanese stuff, Ebisuya is the best.
Reliable Market really lives up to its name. When I re-located to Union Square, I was intrigued by the offering of a Japanese/Korean market, especially after reading all of the positive reviews. But you really don't know how good it is until you check it out in person. So yes, first of all, it has all the vital Japanese/Korean market items you'd expect. And the prices are very good. My partner and I frequently come here for fresh produce like cabbage, bok choy, green onions, etc. They've also got many different varieties of rice to choose from, as well as noodles, sauces, etc. Though I haven't tried it yet, they also have a fresh, deli section in the back of the store. In addition to all of the normal staples, they also have an incredibly good selection of beer and wine. There's not exactly a deficit of places to get good beer in the area, but Reliable Market makes your shopping easy by stocking local, craft beer by the case full. I'm super glad this place exists and hope they have many years of business ahead of them. And whoever is their beer buyer, kudos to you!