Welcome to Ho Chin Market
Nestled in Sacramento, Ho Chin Market has been a beloved fixture for over 80 years, uniting the community with authentic Chinese flavors and premium ingredients. The shop’s essence lies in its fragrant roast meats and scrumptious made-to-order dishes, like BBQ pork chow mein and dim sum. Customers rave about the freshness and variety, from vegetables to traditional items like lotus leaf-wrapped sticky rice. The dedicated staff offers friendly service, enhancing the inviting atmosphere. Whether you're hunting for unique herbs or enjoying a hot meal, Ho Chin Market captures the heart of Chinese cuisine, making it an essential destination for both locals and adventurous foodies.
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5069 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95822 Hotline: (916) 455-2994
Welcome to Ho Chin Market, a hidden gem nestled in Sacramento's culinary landscape. This international grocery store has been serving the community for over 80 years, with the current owners breathing new life into it since 2007. Located at 5069 Freeport Blvd, Ho Chin Market is not just a grocery store; it’s a portal to authentic Chinese cuisine and culture.
Customers rave about the freshness and affordability of the products here. Winson Q. fondly describes the bbq pork chow mein as a delightful reminder of the vibrant flavors found in San Francisco’s Chinatown. Ho Chin Market prides itself on made-to-order dishes and a selection that extends from fresh vegetables to traditional Chinese medicines.
- Authentic Chinese Dishes: Discover the joy of lotus leaf wrapped sticky rice filled with green beans and peanuts, or indulge in their famous dim sum available every Tuesday and Thursday at 2 PM—arrive early, as these delights fly off the shelves!
- Customer Favorite: Thomas L. highlights the generous portions of hot meals and the friendly service, remarking on the cleanliness of the store—a testament to the care that goes into both their offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Special Orders: Curtis L. shares his experience of reserving a ceremonial steamed chicken for Chinese New Year, underscoring the market’s dedication to helping customers find specialty items, from roast pork to rare ingredients like dried Black Sea moss.
Walking into Ho Chin Market is like stepping into an alchemist's lab of flavors. The lingering aroma of roasting meats fills the air, welcoming you to explore a vast array of spices, grains, and fresh produce. Colin K. captures the essence of this small market, noting its excellent prices and recommendations that keep customers returning for more.
For those seeking quick, comforting meals, Jennifer J. suggests trying their BBQ pork fried rice or the incredibly affordable whole duck—cooked and cut for just $25! This is truly a treasure for any food lover looking for quality and value.
While Ho Chin Market does take time for renovations from July 1, 2024, to August 5, 2024, it's essential to mark your calendar for when they reopen. Michelle W. calls it her "special hole-in-the-wall Chinese shop," reflecting the strong community ties and lasting connections formed here.
In a world filled with fleeting food trends, Ho Chin Market stands out as a bastion of authentic culinary experience. Whether you're a local or visiting the Midtown area, this market invites you to immerse yourself in the rich flavors and vibrant culture of Chinese cuisine.
The cooked made the bbq pork chow mein to my liking. Reminds me of sf Chinatown Chinese restaurants... made to order and Fred. Wife stock up on Chinese medicine and dried prunes and haw flakes. Will recommend to any one in midtown area. They also have lotus leaf wrapped sticky rice with green beans or peanuts too. Dim sum at 2pm on Tuesday and Thursday. Go early because they run out fast.
The food (vegs and hot foods) is always fresh and plentiful. The service is friendly and the store is clean.
A great small market with good prices, selection and recommendations. Will be back soon.
I called ahead to reserve a ceremonial steamed chicken that the kitchen prepares only for the Chinese New Year holiday. The same lady I spoke with on the phone politely helped me get my order, and helped me find some other traditional Chinese items such as roast pork, honey glazed BBQ pork, and sticky rice dumplings. The dumplings are the savory kind and both peanut and mung bean versions have Chinese sausage and marinated duck egg. I was also able to find dried Black Sea moss (fat choi) and vacuum sealed ginkgo nuts to make Buddha's delight (jai) for Chinese New Year. Where I was not able to find these at 99 Ranch in Folsom or Oriental Market in Roseville. The merchant told me the market has been there for 80 years of which the current owners have been there since 2007. So the business has worn an imprint into the shop space quite substantially. The kitchen in the back looks as if it's that old, with the fragrance of authentic smelling roast meats clinging to the walls and food display cases. The front of the store where the majority of the Asian groceries were kept, was clean and organized so it looked like an alchemist's lab of herbs, spices, grains and fresh produce. If you're looking for ingredients for a Chinese recipe or just feeling adventurous to check out some Chinese culture I'd recommend checking Ho Chin Market out.
This is a very hidden Asian market to me; I didn't realize this place until I was passing by it when to Tealicious. They have fresh vegetables, a variety of frozen goods, and homemade buns eg: bbq pork, chicken, custard and mantou and wontons. Their products are quite affordable and fresh. The staff was friendly when I asked some questions.
Small Chinese market that has all the essentials at great prices. They also serve hot food - I like the roast pork here, and BBQ pork fried rice Just an FYI that they are currently closed for renovations from 7/1/2024, reopening 8/5/2024.
Wow this beat anything I've ever had in SoCal. Cheap and AMAZING quality Chinese bbq, reminded me of my time in SF. In the back of the supermarket, so so so good!
Small hole in the wall been going here for years ! U can get a whole duck cooked and cut up for 25!!! My go to ... fresh veggies ... and pan fried noodles already cooked so I can make an easy chow mein and fresh chasew pork also!! I've been coming here for decades ... you can also buy other hot food to go on certain days but call ahead they don't always have hot food everyday ! Lots of fresh poultry and tofu... my special hole in the wall Chinese shop