Fresh International Market Schaumburg

Minh Nguyen 3 months ago

Beautiful decor. Unfortunately, the cafeteria is messy and not clean due to people not cleaning up after themselves, and the staff isn't clean either. The food is targeted mostly at Chinese customers. It's a shame, as I like this place and hope it lasts. They need to widen their customer base. They don't have a lot of customers compared to other Asian food courts nearby: Hmart, JeongBoo, Mitsuwa, and Tensuke.

Galyna Golynska 4 months ago

I love this place ! Meat and seafood are always fresh! The best place to buy cheesecake I am honest their cheesecake is the best ! My kids love the yogurt ice cream, better option and not too sweet. Many choices of special fruits and vegetables you can’t find in other stores. Strongly recommend!

rachael 5 months ago

Their drink station area has the most delicious smoothies and teas you will ever come across. I live 5 miles away and frequently come here when im craving a delicious, well crafted beverage. While the employees do not say much (im not complaining), i absolutely adore when they give me a straw that matches the color of my drink. They are my heroes!!

Ramzi C 9 months ago

I just stumbled on an absolute gem of Chinese food tucked inside an international market and I’m not saying this lightly. I lived 10 years in China. Shanghai, Beijing, countless tier-2 cities, hole-in-the-wall joints, late-night street food, family kitchens, proper regional spots. I know legit Chinese food. I know when flavors are adjusted for export… and when they’re not. This is the real deal. Actually , this is better than a lot of what I ate there. The shrimp? Perfectly cooked, juicy, coated in a sauce that hits that exact balance of heat, umami, and aroma no grease, no shortcuts. You taste technique. You taste confidence. The vegetable stir-fry? Absolute masterclass. Wok hei is there. Textures are on point. Every bite has intention : bitterness, sweetness, spice, crunch : layered, not chaotic. This is someone cooking from memory, not from a recipe card. Nothing feels “internationalized.” Nothing feels diluted. This is regional, bold, unapologetic Chinese cooking, hiding in plain sight, served in humble aluminum trays that completely undersell what’s inside. Honestly? If this place had a proper storefront in Shanghai or Chengdu, it would be packed. If Michelin sent a gues

Joah Kim a year ago

Two things keep me going to Fresh International Market almost every week. Their DIY Hot pot and egg tarts! Oh, my goodness. It gets me salivating every time I think about it! I am obsessed with their mala hotpot and mala stir fry!!! It has been my top #1 for awhile now. On Thursdays, they have a 20% discount for all the diy mala dishes! I am addicted, and it keeps me going every week. After you put your veggies in the white veggie basket and protein in the pink protein basket, you bring it to the cashier to mark and check off a slip of paper. The slip has you checking off what type of mala you want, add rice, the spice level, whether you want cilantro and peanuts, and if you want it for here or to go. I recommend getting rice on the side! IT'S WORTH IT, especially with the stir fry! Then, pass it to the cashier to weigh your item. After your delicious hotpot/stir fry, go to the bakery on the other side to grab some egg tarts! Buy 2, get 1, free on Mondays, I believe. So delicious. The market itself seems pretty clean inside. I can't wait to go back on Thursday!