North Atlanta’s international food scene stretches well beyond typical American supermarkets. One of the most distinctive grocery destinations in the region is H Mart in Duluth, a large Korean supermarket that draws shoppers from across Gwinnett County, Johns Creek, and Alpharetta.

Walking through H Mart reveals a grocery culture that is built around fresh seafood, fermented foods, rice dishes, noodles, and a wide variety of Korean snacks and drinks. For many residents, the store offers a chance to discover ingredients rarely seen in traditional grocery chains.

Here are ten things shoppers often notice when exploring the aisles at H Mart in Duluth.

Kimchi

Kimchi is one of the most recognizable staples of Korean cuisine. It is a fermented vegetable dish, most commonly made with napa cabbage, chili flakes, garlic, and other seasonings.

At H Mart, entire refrigerator sections are dedicated to kimchi, with dozens of varieties ranging from mild to extremely spicy. Some are made with radish, cucumber, or green onions instead of cabbage.

Korean Instant Ramen

Korean ramen is famous for its bold flavors and spicy broths. Shelves at H Mart are typically filled with dozens of brands and varieties.

Popular options include spicy seafood ramen, kimchi ramen, and extra-hot versions that have developed global followings.

Rice Cakes (Tteok)

Rice cakes, known as tteok, are a central ingredient in many Korean dishes. They come in various shapes and textures and are commonly used in soups and stir-fries.

One of the best-known dishes using rice cakes is tteokbokki, a spicy street-food dish made with chili sauce and chewy rice cakes.

Korean Street Snacks

Shoppers exploring the snack aisles often find unusual treats such as honey butter chips, sweet rice crackers, and chocolate-filled biscuits.

Many of these snacks have gained international popularity in recent years.

Korean Barbecue Meats

The meat section at H Mart is designed with Korean barbecue in mind. Thinly sliced beef, pork belly, and marinated cuts are prepared specifically for grilling.

These meats are often used for dishes such as bulgogi or samgyeopsal and are typically cooked at tabletop grills.

Banchan (Korean Side Dishes)

Many Korean meals include a variety of small side dishes known as banchan. These can include seasoned vegetables, marinated tofu, pickled radish, or spicy cucumbers.

At H Mart, prepared banchan are often sold in refrigerated cases, making it easy to assemble a traditional Korean-style meal at home.

Asian Pears

Large, round Asian pears often appear in produce sections at Korean grocery stores. They are crisp, juicy, and sweeter than many Western pears.

They are commonly eaten fresh but also used in marinades for Korean barbecue.

Seaweed Snacks

Korean roasted seaweed snacks have become increasingly popular in American supermarkets, but H Mart carries a much wider selection.

These thin sheets of roasted seaweed are lightly salted and often eaten as snacks or served with rice dishes.

Frozen Dumplings (Mandu)

Large freezer sections at H Mart often include a wide range of Korean dumplings known as mandu. These dumplings can be filled with pork, vegetables, seafood, or kimchi.

They can be steamed, pan-fried, or added to soups.

Korean Drinks

H Mart’s beverage aisles include drinks rarely seen in typical grocery stores. These can include yogurt drinks, fruit-flavored milks, aloe beverages, and Korean teas.