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Welcome to Lotte Plaza

Lotte Plaza, an international grocery located in Ellicott City, MD, offers a unique shopping experience with a variety of Asian goods, food court, skincare, clothing, and more. Customers rave about the delicious food served in the food court, particularly Korean and Japanese dishes. The store is well-stocked, with quick service and helpful employees, although parking can be challenging on weekends. Highlights include fresh produce, discounted sushi, beef bulgogi rolls, and japchae noodles. Overall, Lotte Plaza provides a nostalgic and diverse experience for those seeking authentic Asian cuisine and products.

Lotte Plaza: Reviews & Ratings

Katherine S.
Katherine S.

Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 9/10 I've been eating at the lotte food court since I was very little and the food is always so delicious. Besides the food court area being a little messy and unorganized, it's always a very nostalgic experience overall. 10/10.

Jan N.
Jan N.

My first experience of a Lotte store, as we don't have one where I'm from, and I think I may be addicted. It is the all-in-one Asian store. During my recent visit this holiday season, I discovered that there were many more shops there than I thought. Not only groceries, but also skincare, clothing & shoes, toys, home goods, jewelry, a hair salon, a food court, oh my! Each section is its own vendor, so they work separately and not as employees of Lotte. If you buy something, you must check out in their section. The ladies I have met were helpful. I was there over the summer and found myself sucked into the Korean skincare for the first time, which I fell in love with. The clerk was helpful and guided me through my choice. Being a newbie to Korean skincare, she labeled each item in the box set with a numbered sticker in the order to use them. Prices were comparable to retail stores. They also gave free samples and they have a point system. Once you get 50 points you can use to save $50 off your next purchase. To give you an idea, I've bought three skincare kits and I am about 5 points away to hitting it. Not sure if the points cross over to the other Lotte stores in the area, but my guess is they're separate. The ladies in the clothing section were helpful as well when I was looking for something for my mom. They have a room in the back of their section that's more of a storage area for emplyees only, but they told me I could try things on there. Not a fitting room for sure, but she guarded it so no one came in. Definitely will be back and want to check out the food and hair salon!

Jesse Y.
Jesse Y.

Very well stocked, quick service, helpful and courteous employees however the parking lot is a nightmare. Food court is relatively small but they serve pretty decent Korean food. This supermarket shares the lot with various other small businesses and if you go on a weekend, well good luck to you finding a spot.

Micah C.
Micah C.

This review is really for the food court. There are four stalls selling Korean and Japanese dishes. You'll find big portions for a great price here. It used to be cheaper but it's no surprise they bumped up the prices. Today, I ordered the katsudon ($11) and my husband ordered the curry tonkatsu ($14) from one of the stalls. The dishes packed a lot of flavor and came out quickly. The miso soup was kind of bland though. Also, the food court can get a bit packed so you may have to wait to grab a seat. All in all, the food court is a great place to stop by before or after going grocery shopping. The store itself has a great variety of all types of international foods including Korean, Japanese, Filipino, Indian and more.

Jake S.
Jake S.

Love it here at the local Asian mart! Always fresh produce and things you simply can't find elsewhere. Love the sweet Asian pears. We tend to come in for the take home sushi that's made fresh and discounted after 3 or 4pm. The beef bulgolgi rolls are great and we HAVE to get the japchae noodles too. Good rice crackers here, and we don't have to wait for them from Amazon. Will keep returning every time we are in town! Jake n kev

Cas N.
Cas N.

Great selection of items and a good court that has delicious dishes. Overall, it can be a bit pricey but they do have sales.

Leslie C.
Leslie C.

Excellent Korean based Asian grocery that also has a variety of East Asian and Southeast Asian ingredients. Prices are often cheaper than H mart across the street but produce quality can be a little less fresh. Make sure you are prepared to use your produce within the week or you risk moldy fruit/vegetables. Overall great place for restocking a variety of items or if you just want to pick up a few things for a specific dish/menu. They have a large prepared banchan/side dish selection at the entrance by the vegetables with ready to eat and marinated foods. They also have a small market to the side selling clothing/beauty supplies/barbershop and household goods. Make sure to check out the food court which is off to the left side of the store. They have a small bakery with korean bread and pastries and fresh Taiyaki (fish shaped pastries with red bean filling) that looked very popular. They also had stalls with a variety of foods including Japanese fusion (udon, yakisoba, teriyaki chicken), sushi place with rolls and Korean style chirashi (a version of poke) and Chinese Korean store at the end (Manna) with typical soup/noodle dishes like Jjampong (spicy seafood noodles) and jjajangmyung (black bean paste noodles). I had the Clam Kalgukso which was very good but definitely had a good amount of msg as I was feeling thirsty afterwards. Their kimchi was only ok but to be expected for food court quality. My partner had the beef udon teriyaki which he enjoyed and had a good char due to the hot plate underneath.

Carroll N.
Carroll N.

Visited on 10/16/21, review written on 11/3/21 I haven't been to Lotte to purchase produce. Typically I come for packaged products. Items on a recent visit included: frozen edamame and spinach, sweet/salty crackers in a yellow box (my favorite), and a bagful of persimmons. My recollection in the past when I would take my mom to Lotte was that the prices were considerably cheaper than the American grocery stores. However, this doesn't appear to be true. I didn't see big savings. Maybe I never paid attention before or because my husband does the grocery shopping for our household that I was unaware of how expensive groceries are now. There is a larger selection of produce at Lotte compared to our local Giant in Columbia. I would also say the produce here is fresher than that at Wegman's. They have a deli and seafood department which I have not visited. Additionally, they have a market with food stalls on the left end of the store. My friend introduced me to tayaki, a Japanese fish-shaped cake typically filled with red bean. She said they sell it at the kiosk so it's made fresh. I will need to try it sometime during future visits.

Location

  • Lotte Plaza
    8801 Baltimore National Pike Ellicott City, MD 21043 Hotline: (410) 750-9656

Introducing Lotte Plaza, a gem of an international grocery store located in Ellicott City, MD. Known for its diverse selection of Asian groceries, Lotte Plaza also offers a food court serving up delicious Korean and Japanese dishes.

Customers rave about the quality of food and exceptional service. Katherine S. gushes about the nostalgic experience and delicious food, rating it a perfect 10 out of 10. Jan N. describes Lotte Plaza as an all-in-one Asian store, with sections ranging from groceries to skincare products. Jesse Y. appreciates the well-stocked inventory but warns about the challenging parking situation. Micah C. praises the food court for its generous portions and affordable prices, while Jake S. loves the fresh produce and sushi offerings.

With offerings like Korean skincare products, trendy clothing, and tasty food options, Lotte Plaza caters to a wide range of preferences. The food court, in particular, stands out for its flavorful dishes and bustling atmosphere.

Whether you're in the mood for bulgogi rolls, japchae noodles, or rice crackers, Lotte Plaza has something for everyone. If you find yourself in Ellicott City, make sure to stop by Lotte Plaza for a truly authentic Asian grocery and dining experience.