Lion Supermarket San Jose Capitol Expressway

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Information

1031 E. Capitol Expressway
San Jose,
California
95121

Hours are sourced from public listings. Holiday schedules may vary — call ahead to confirm.

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Description

Lion Market on Capitol Expressway serves as a vital culinary resource for the South San Jose community, offering a traditional and bustling shopping experience. Located conveniently near the corner of Capitol Expressway and Silver Creek Road, this location is frequently praised for its ability to provide a deep and authentic inventory of East Asian goods that are often unavailable at conventional grocers. It functions as a reliable one-stop shop for both daily essentials and specialized ingredients required for complex cultural recipes, all within a spacious and generally well-organized environment.

The market is particularly distinguished by its impressive fresh departments, which anchor the grocery experience. The produce section is meticulously maintained, offering a vibrant array of Asian greens—including several varieties of bok choy and gai lan—exotic fruits, and specialized root vegetables at competitive prices. The seafood department is another major highlight, equipped with live tanks that house seasonal fish, crabs, and shellfish, which can be cleaned and prepared on-site to customer specifications. Throughout the aisles, shoppers can navigate a deep selection of imported goods, ranging from an impressive collection of authentic sauces and oils to a massive frozen section dedicated to dumplings, buns, and international convenience foods. Its central location and consistent quality make it a trusted neighborhood partner for those prioritizing authenticity and freshness in their daily cooking.

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Notable Items

  • Live seasonal fish and shellfish from the dedicated seafood tanks
  • Freshly sourced baby bok choy, gai lan, and diverse Asian greens
  • Deep selection of authentic Chinese sauces, oils, and vinegars
  • Expansive variety of frozen dumplings, buns, and dim sum items
  • Large assortment of imported snacks from across East Asia
  • Specialized traditional kitchenware and household cooking tools
  • Wide range of premium jasmine, sticky, and specialty rice brands
  • Unique selection of frozen minced lemongrass and exotic spices

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Selection

In addition to its primary focus, this market carries select items from other Asian cultures.

KoreanJapaneseChineseThaiFilipinoVietnameseTaiwanese

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Information last updated: 

Jan 2026

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