Woori Market

RIP WOORI MARKET
I really loved this place with all my heart, due to the fact that I lived so close by. I would literally go everyday with my mom to pick out some snacks. I still can’t believe it’s gone! At least there are two other locations, one in Torrance and one in JTown. Sigh.

Woori market is one of my favorite Korean market. However, recently, I am very disappointed to Woori market. I have been looking for a box of stick coffees. Two week after, there was no stick coffee. What kind of super market is it?!

GUYS!
BOYCOTT THIS PLACE!!! I was here yesterday and a group of people were protesting/​picketing outside. Apparently, they haven’t been paying their seafood vendors. A WHOPPING $ 68,000.00 worth or seafood since last year wtf. The signs read: «we need to pay our employees!!» «We need to stay in business too!!»
Horrible work ethics. Not trustworthy.
BOYCOTT!

I have a good feeling that the reputation of Woori Market is going to take a hit going forward. Here are my reasons why.
1. The shopping center along with this commercial building is getting old. I’ve been in Cerritos for a while now and they haven’t renovated shit in this complex. Maybe, a paint job here and there but nothing dramatic. This market used to be an Alpha Beta (you’re OLD if know what this is), Ralph’s, California (Gaju) Market, and finally Woori Market. They need some life into this shopping center and I mean pronto. How about adding a Starbucks?
2. The quality and prices of the items here (including the meat and produce) are taking a turn for the worse. The prices are getting steeper than the neighboring Korean markets and the quality is not the same as it used to be. There’s less variety in the Korean products that they sell. I want some selection dammit and I won’t settle for less. I think the ownership changed twice already so once it does, things like this happen.
3. It’s convenient because there are so many people that live close by but as news spreads, people will slowly migrate to the competition. Zion Market in Hawaiian Gardens or the Super 1 Mart in La Palma. My mom only shops here cause it’s convenient but I noticed lately that she only buys a few items here and then buys the majority of the groceries in Fullerton or in La Palma. THAT’S A CLUE!!!
4. The staff isn’t as friendly or knowledgeable as the competition. Even the small store inside the market seem drabby and lifeless. The venue is always dirty so that usually gives people an uneasy feeling. Try serving samples in a place like this. This ain’t Costco. You want to talk about parking? It gets bad on the weekends and during rush hour. The only decent thing about the market has to be the Ye Wool Bakery inside and even I think their bread and cakes are not always fresh.
Look around Unilocal sometimes. The majority of the favorable reviews for Woori Market were written 3 years ago when this locaton was still hip and fresh. Now, they’re beginning to stink, just like their produce.

Quality produce, meat and seafood… go here all the time.

Very nice Korean supermarket that has everything your korean cravings need.
PROS:
–The OB beer is still $ 3.99÷6 pack. OB is so frigging good. and I drink alot of beer. It is in between a Heineken and Miller Light. It’s not watered down, but pleasantly filling.
–They have one of the widest selections for korean cookies, crackers, chips, snacks in the area. If you haven’t tried korean chips/snacks.you are missing out. Less greasy, salty. it’s a win-​win situation.
–The workers (hispanic ones) speak perfect korean. One asked me to get my ass out of the way as I was blocking the aisle, sounded like my dad.crazy.
CONS:
–No offense, but I’m getting sick of the die-​hard/​hard-​core korean church disciples that run me down to hand me a religious pamphlet. I keep having to find new routes to get in and out of this store.

The wife loves coming here. Quality produce and a nice variety of korean side dishes and marinated meats so we can get our KBBQ on at home. Prices are good and I love the meat department. I’ve had bad luck buying short ribs and bulgogi at other places. Not at Woori, meat is consistently good and not grisly.

Considering I live across the street this store is very convenient when I need to grab some produce. However, when I want more of a variety I head other places. But I believe for many asian cultures, you will certain find what you need here.
Prices are awesome as many asian markets and I love that Ye Wool bakery has a location inside of the store.

This market it right across the street from my house, and has sales that can never be found at ralph’s! Honestly, korean markets are the place to shop for vegetables and fruits because it’s almost 2 – 3 times cheaper than american markets. Aside from the catastrophic parking lot (stereotypical, but true: bunch of asians in a parking lot) situation makes it difficult to find parking, or even drive in the parking lot.
I’d recommend this korean market, and zion market in cypress.

This is a Korean supermarket and although I’m not Korean, I still shop here.
They have a large selection of produce and great prices. Far better in both regards than any chain supermarket such as Ralph’s or Albertson’s. Also, I like their marinated meats. It makes for a quick meal.
Knocked off a star for the parking situation — can be tough at times. Another star for the cleanliness. Other than that, no complaints.

This market serves the huge Asian community of Cerritos. It’s changed names so many time that I don’t know what to call it anymore: from Hanmi to California to Farmers to Woori. I come here and shop for Korean food while jamming out to the k-​pop blasting through the store and eating samples from the ajummas that hand them out.
I think this place is great, especially when they have deals on Korean snacks and ice cream. The Korean drink selection shrunk considerably, but they still sometimes have cheaper Oh Yes (that’s the name of a Korean chocolate cake thing, of the same family as the Choco Pie) and the 2 for $ 0.99 snacks. However, recently these tend to be crappier snacks that no one wants to buy anyway. Where are the Pepperos? The Homerun Balls?
Still the go-​to place for Korean stuff. Sucky thing is that there is a minimum on credit cards.

I frequent this place mainly because of its location. My mom shops here mainly for their fresh fish and seafood. Other than that, they’re similar to most other Korean markets in the area. I do like the bakery that’s in here, Ye Wool Bakery. For overall selection I still prefer Zion Market but this place is pretty good for just getting your everyday Korean stuff.

This supermarket has been through many different Korean management. I am glad that it has become Woori Market. I come here just to buy my organic apples. The organic apples here are really big and it is best to buy it when it is on sale ($ 0.88 a pound). On regular days, it is $ 1.29 a pound, which isn’t too too bad, as the apples are pretty big for organic.
Woori has a huge produce section and they are really great at maintaining the freshness of it. They have a nice, small sushi/​sashimi section and a KBBQ meat section. One of these days, I am gonna try the sashimi and their meat, as it looks delicious.

For Korean food and goods in the Cerritos area, go to Woori Market. This place was once Alpha Beta, Hanmi Market, and Cerritos Supermarket, but many years and taxes later… Woori is yet another name to call this establishment even though I associate it as the Korean market. I heard a rumor that this place changes its name so often due to tax evasion, but whatever the reason, the market seems to get busier and busier everytime I come here. I like getting the kimbapp (not sure on the spelling), the sushi type rolls located by the meat section. I also like the little egg patties which have either seafood, beef, or mushrooms which is located in the hot foods shelf. If you are like me and don’t really know how to cook Korean food and just want to grab something fast, then go to Woori Market for a taste of Korea!

Marinated short ribs range from $ 4.50 to $ 4.99 per pound (this week at least). Their pre-​marinated meats are pretty good and is the main reason we come here, other than picking up some kimchi & a bag of rice.
Their other products are more expensive than other markets (from dish soap to soda… etc) hence, only coming here for meat when it’s on special and Korean items only.

Dear Woori,
You were once Hanmi — and now you are Woori. Seemed like the change happened overnight.
So I’ve been a customer at Woori since I moved to Cerritos in 2001 because it is minutes from my house. It’s the officially my go-​to spot for fresh produce and anything Korean. Absolutely ANYTHING. Cucumber Kimchi? Yes. Chocopie? Yes.
And for all you lash-​less Asian beezies, Woori sells fake eyelashes.
Anyway, back to the produce. Fresh produce (aka fruits and veggies) are discounted here more often than at Ralphs or any other mainstream grocer. Frankly, I know nothing about fruit outside of playing Fruit ninja — but my mom happens to be a produce pro. And according to her, the produce at Woori Market is top notch — comparable to Farmer’s Market quality.
Other than produce, I like their marinated meat & banchan (korean appetizers). Oh — and don’t forget to check our their selection of soju. ;) Cheers.
Fact: Calbi Truck comes here weekly — I saw them here on a Sunday night. I think you can check their website for their schedule.

Don’t WOORI be happy!!!
Drink Soju!!!
Eat kimchi!!!

I really like this place. They have a bakery, fresh hot food and fresh cold food that is ready to be eaten. The sashimi salad is $ 6.99 and well worth it. Perfect for lunch containing a spicy vinaigrette, a spring mix, freshly cut tuna, salmon and yellowtail. I also get the already marinated pork or beef. Just get a pound at $ 3.99 and cook it at home, so bomb! I also get the Malona Bars here. I got the lady’s mother addicted to them! LOL I think strawberry is the best but I do like melon and banana. I never get the red bean — gross! Hmmmm I also like the varieties of seaweed and vegetables here. There are a lot of things I haven’t tried here since I can’t read the Korean Script. But yeah, I’m a fan.

One day I was introduced to this spot, by my current host family. Apparently after hanging out in K-​Town, going to UCI, and now being adopted by my makeshift Korean family. I just keep getting more Korean by day whether I like it or not. Coming here, it is satisfying to know at least I have a local Asian market to go to when I get sick of the typical American ones. Unfortunately, the variety doesn’t really compare to Freshia Market.
It’s a decent spot with a fair amount of space and all the essentials any Korean living within the Cerritos/​Lakewood would need. Pretty clean but somewhat bare in color (a contrast of beige and brown) and life in the environment. The only thing that really makes it stand out is its supplier of Kimchi (Chunin Market brand). I’m really hooked on this stuff for some odd reason and if you add the Paldo’s Kimchi Noodle Bowl (after straining a lot of the broth) that’s some genuine Kimchi Noodles to live on (at least in the meantime). Other than that, nothing else to justify or look forward to besides another Korean grocer to keep the locals happy.

Shopped here Sunday afternoon and BOY, it was packed!
The produce was all very fresh and of very good quality. Prices were low (i.e., 2lbs white peach for 99cents) and there was an abundance of almost everything!
The ladies working the sample stations were all so nice, quite the opposite of other Korean markets. My young nephews were quite hungry and almost every woman encouraged them to eat more & more! Haha, they left with full tummies & very happy!
My new discovery is the mini beef & cucumber mool mandoo (boiled dumplings)… Sounds wierd, but it really tastes SO good and thank God they were giving out samples of the stuff. TRY IT!
Checkout was quick and I got an absolute deal. $ 15 for a bag of mandoo, 2 lbs of bulgogi, and 2 bags full of veggies. I’m loving this place!
4 stars. Could have been 5 but I’m taking one away for the pre-​packaged banchan. It’s totally worth checking out!