Pacific Mercantile Company: Your Gateway to Authentic Asian Groceries in Denver

Although previously researched on the history of this oldest continuously operating Asian supermarket in Denver (probably also in Colorado or even the United States), seems like never have an in-depth walk through of our very own Pacific Mercantile Company. It has been a staple in the Denver for more than 100 years (if counting the years under N. Tatsukawa) . Besides groceries, the store also is a bazaar of Japanese tableware, cutlery, stationary, decoration and much more. Most groceries are competitively priced compared to larger Asian supermarkets in town. You can also find varieties of affordable fresh sashimi at the fish counter, including sea urchins. But what makes this place unique is its distinctive Japanese mom and pop grocery store feel throughout the years, carrying the legacy from generation to generation.

Super unique and long-running Japanese/east Asian market located next to the historic Sakura Square(Buddhist temple). It’s pretty amazing how many products this store offers as it’s size is a but deceptive from the outside. Not sure if you can find this amount of Japanese products in one place in the Denver area. Sure the prices are bumped up because of import and downtown location, but it’s definitely worth supporting this local business.

Mid-August 2024 KUDOs: Small Asian store selling a variety of food, décor, gift items, dishware in an area allowing for relatively easy browsing. Very helpful personnel, no hard sell. Clean, calm, tidy. CHALLENGEs: Note: be aware the store has a limited variety of many items; this is not a large Asian big-box outlet. Highly recommended. Delighted to find this place and its offerings.

My grocery store was completely out of white rice miso soybean paste. I went to Pacific Mercantile Co and asked a clerk on duty to helped find it because I've never purchased it before and the kind soul led me right to it! Great local Asian grocery store - found it on Google, Asian Gocery Store near me

This place is incredible. Wonderfully expansive selection, and friendly employees. I noticed they were out of veggie gyoza for a bit but got them back in stock, which was exciting to see. They also have started carrying a newer, locally made kimchi brand that I have been wanting to try. Easy to get side tracked looking at the wonderful and unique selection of products. Well priced, a returning customer.

The place is so nice You get the fresh mint, diakon radish any many more that you usually dont get on king soopers or walmart. You can get varities of ramen like a lot. You can also get choco-pie there all the 12 pieces just for 3$.

Long-time Denver Asian focused market and store. Been going there since the 90's (I think). Extensive selection of Japanese, Chinese, Hawaiian, etc noodles, sauces, crackers, frozen dishes Hawaiian Sun canned drinks - my favorite.

Highly recommend this grocery store for all things Japanese! It’s our go to place for sushi grade fish. I also love the household corner for items like plates, bowls, chopsticks, and sake sets. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. Free parking is available right next to the store - they’ll validate your parking stub.