Aria Supermarket - Alameda, California

James W.

Today 23FEB25, I had the pleasure of a first time expeience. Being stationed in Alameda in the 80s,I saw a lot of Asia plus Africa, Australia etc... but, nothing Europe. I met a wonderful lady named Jenny and she recommended items for me to try plus her coffee part, she made me something she liked, at my request. All this being new to me, I told her I trust her judgment and didn't want to ruin the experience with typical American ways and habits, she did NOT let me down. I don't get to Alameda that often now but, I have another reason to come. Thank you Jenny you are wonderful and everything read great. I recommend you am try this place even once. It's VERY affordable and if you open your mind to what you haven't tried before I bet you'll be pleasantly surprised. 👍💜💯

Rhys C.

Wonderful to stumble upon this European market while walking to the Farmer's Market on Webster Street. It just moved across the street into the old Alameda Lighting space. The groceries are in the back of the store, almost like a secret annex behind the Mitchell's ice cream shop. The owner is from the former Yugoslavia (Bosnia), so many brands from the Balkan states. Canned sprats, German Appel zarte herring, Hungarian goulash, Turkish hamsi fried anchovies, Podravka pâté, Bosnian burek pie, Milka chocolate, Vegeta Mediterranean seasoning. As someone with an Asian background, I see so many things I wanted to buy! I will definitely make this a destination when I find myself in near Downtown Oakland and Alameda.

Nadè B.

I don’t know how this slipped through my typing fingers to not have given them 5 stars yet !
I absolutely love this store!
They have products from the Balkan! Macedonia, Serbia , Bosnia . The blend of all good flavors in traditions ! You can find from milk to the cooking supplies . And the people are always so nice and friendly !
It’s lovely experience every time I shop here! I will give them 10 stars if I could !

Antonio G.

Came here on a Sunday morning because I saw a sign outside that reads "fresh smoothies".

The Owners are super nice and bring good vibes.

The smoothie has all fresh fruits, nothing frozen.

they have a great looking ice cream parlor and then grocery store looks organized and very appealing.

I'm coming in to try the ice cream next!

Tracy B.

Only place in Alameda where we can stock up on frozen pelmeni, our favorite cold weather instant dinner. We don’t have to go into Darkest Oakland any more (or out to Walnut Creek).

Emma I.

Can’t beat these prices, especially for the Bay Area. If you are Eastern European, you’re bound to find classic savory foods and sweets you’ll remember from back home! You can even order warm cevapi (a Balkan classic) in-house and they have frozen, ready to bake Balkan pitas!

Ivan S.

Incredible selection of foods around the world. Super friendly staff!

Andrea D.

I love this market, it's as if I've gotten on a plane and landed in Eastern Europe and I'm touring a grocery store with all kinds of exotic treats... With none of the hassle of actually traveling.