H Mart Westminster

H Mart Westminster is one of the newest and largest locations in Southern California, occupying a massive footprint that provides a bright, modern, and spacious shopping experience. Located in the Northview Shopping Center, the store is known for its wide aisles and organized layout, though it frequently draws large crowds that can lead to a bustling, high-energy environment on weekends. Upon entering, shoppers are greeted by a vast produce department featuring a tropical fruit paradise with items like mangosteens, rambutan, and dragon fruit, alongside meticulously arranged rows of Korean household goods and pantry staples.

The fresh departments at this location are exceptionally robust. The seafood section is a major draw, featuring live tanks filled with seasonal lobster and Dungeness crab, as well as a professional counter where staff clean and cut fish to order. The butcher department offers premium thinly sliced meats for barbecue and hot pot, while the banchan aisle is highly regarded for its wide variety of house-made side dishes, including spicy cucumber salad, seasoned eggs, and various regional kimchis. The store also features a unique section for K-beauty products, individual barbecue grills, and specialized Asian kitchenware.

A standout feature of the Westminster branch is its extensive and highly-rated food court, which functions as a culinary destination in its own right. The dining area is clean and spacious, hosting popular vendors such as Chang Hwa Dang for mandu (dumplings), Jaws Topokki for spicy rice cakes and kimbap, and Yoo’s Place for stone plate squid. Other popular stalls include Myungrang for Korean-style corn dogs and a Tous Les Jours bakery. This comprehensive setup makes the market a “one-stop” destination where visitors can enjoy a full traditional meal or sample trending snacks before completing a weekly grocery haul.