Palama Supermarket - Kalihi

Palama Supermarket on King is a well-known Korean grocery store in Honolulu’s Kalihi-Pālama neighborhood, offering a broad range of authentic Korean and Asian groceries, produce, and prepared foods in a community-trusted neighborhood market. Shoppers consistently praise its extensive selection of imported Korean staples, with well-stocked shelves featuring sauces, pastes, noodles, snacks, and specialty ingredients essential for traditional Korean cooking.

In the refrigerated sections, customers can find kimchi and chilled banchan-style side dishes alongside tofu, fresh vegetables, and seasonal produce that support daily meals and multi-course home Korean dinners. Ready-to-eat and grab-and-go items — such as prepared Korean plates, kimbap, bulgogi bowls, and sushi-style rolls — are also popular here, making it easy to pick up lunch or dinner on the way home.

Visitors note that the store feels lively and packed with products, with friendly staff and reasonable prices often mentioned in local reviews. Palama Supermarket’s location near central Honolulu and free parking spaces make it a convenient stop for both regular grocery runs and specialty ingredient shopping.