Nice shopping: Asian grocery stores to know
Living in Nice also means knowing where to find good products to add variety to your cooking. Standard supermarkets have their limits when you’re looking for something specific: authentic soy sauces, fresh rice noodles, or rare spices. I’ve selected the best Asian grocery stores in the city and the immediate surrounding area for you. Here is a factual list, based on real experience and verified reviews, to help you make your shopping more efficient.
Asiana Supermarché
Asiana Supermarché Address: 56 Bd Risso, 06300 Nice Google rating: 4.5/5 (1202 reviews) Website: http://www.asiana-supermarche.fr/ View on Maps
This is a neighborhood institution. You’ll find a huge selection here, far beyond what a small local grocery store can offer. The atmosphere is often lively, especially at the end of the day. It’s the ideal place to stock up monthly on Asian noodles, canned goods, and drinks. The opening hours are specific: closed on Monday mornings, open from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. From Tuesday to Sunday, it opens from 9:30 AM.
Kiki Mart
Kiki Mart Address: 4 Av. Georges Clemenceau, 06000 Nice Google rating: 4.4/5 (47 reviews) View on Maps
Located on Avenue Georges Clemenceau, this convenient store covers everyday needs. With a solid 4.4/5 rating, it attracts people looking for proximity and efficiency. The grocery store offers a varied selection of imported products. The hours are regular and practical: open every day from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, making it easy to stop by after work without stress.
Le Makiti : Épicerie Afrique, Asie, Créole
Le Makiti : Épicerie Afrique, Asie, Créole Address: 158 Av. de la Californie, 06200 Nice Google rating: 4.7/5 (138 reviews) Website: http://lemakiti.fr/ View on Maps
This address stands out for its cultural mix. If you’re looking for Asian products as well as African or Creole items, this is the place to go. The 4.7/5 rating reflects customer satisfaction with the quality of the products. Open from Monday to Sunday, generally from 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, it’s a reliable stop in the Californie area.
环亚商场 Asia Central Market
环亚商场 Asia Central Market Address: 22 Bd Fuon Santa, 06340 La Trinité Google rating: 4.5/5 (948 reviews) View on Maps
Although technically located in La Trinité, this address is so close to Nice that it is part of many Niçois residents’ shopping habits. It’s a true, fully stocked Asian supermarket. With nearly 1,000 reviews and a 4.5/5 rating, its reputation is well established. You’ll find everything here, from specific fresh vegetables to prepared dishes. Standard hours: open every day from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
exotic market
exotic market Address: 24 Rue de la Reine Jeanne, 06000 Nice Google rating: 5/5 (29 reviews) View on Maps
A rare gem with a perfect 5/5 score. Located on Rue de la Reine Jeanne, this establishment seems to prioritize quality and customer service. Although the number of reviews is lower (29), the perfect score points to a very positive customer experience. Open from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM from Monday to Wednesday (and probably until Saturday according to local habits, to be checked on site), it’s a more intimate address worth discovering.
Mondial Market – Ming
Mondial Market – Ming Address: 33 Bd Raimbaldi, 06000 Nice Google rating: 4.3/5 (340 reviews) Website: https://www.facebook.com/MondialMarket View on Maps
On Boulevard Raimbaldi, this market offers a dynamic alternative. Its 4.3/5 rating across 340 reviews confirms its regular foot traffic. It’s a place people visit for prices and the variety of exotic products. Watch out for the midday closure: open from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM, then from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Closed on weekends.
ASIE EXPRESS
ASIE EXPRESS Address: 32 Rue Beaumont, 06300 Nice Google rating: 4.4/5 (137 reviews) Website: https://asiexpress.fr/ View on Maps
Located on Rue Beaumont, this shop focuses on speed and efficiency, as its name suggests. Rated 4.4/5. However, you need to pay attention to its opening days: closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Open on Monday from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Ideal for a quick top-up at the beginning or end of the week.
Thien Nam
Thien Nam Address: 32 Rue Tonduti de l'Escarène, 06000 Nice Google rating: 4.4/5 (51 reviews) View on Maps
In the Tonduti de l'Escarène area, Thien Nam offers a classic selection of Asian grocery products. The 4.4/5 rating is steady. The hours are split: 9:30 AM-12:30 PM in the morning and 2:00 PM-7:00 PM in the afternoon, from Monday to Wednesday. It’s a quiet local address, less crowded than the large supermarkets.
Practical tips
To reach these places, the tramway is your best ally in Nice. Asiana Supermarché (Bd Risso) is accessible via tram line 1 (Masséna or Opéra stop, depending on your starting point). Kiki Mart and exotic market are in the city center, easy to reach on foot from the station or the main tram stops.
For Asia Central Market in La Trinité, driving is recommended because parking can be difficult, or you can take the bus from Nice Centre. Le Makiti on Av. de la Californie is well served by local buses.
Local tip: avoid peak hours (12:30 PM-2:00 PM and 6:00 PM-7:00 PM) in smaller grocery stores like Thien Nam or ASIE EXPRESS to enjoy a calmer service experience. Always remember to check weekly closing days, especially for Mondial Market (closed on weekends) and ASIE EXPRESS (closed Tuesday/Wednesday).