While visiting Atlanta, I stopped by Balkal International Food, and I’m so glad I did! Living in Charlotte, it’s hard to find truly fresh international products but this place feels nice.
They seem to have everything you could need, from snacks to pantry staples, and everything looked clean, organized, and inviting. I picked up some sunflower seeds, and they were so fresh and full of flavor. You can really tell they care about quality.
If you’re looking for a store with fresh international foods and a wide variety of products all in one place, Balkal is a must-visit in Atlanta. I’ll definitely be coming back whenever I’m in town! 🌻🛒
First Class Customer Service!!!! Have ordered many different food items on-line and shipped to my home on the West Coast. Always arrives well packaged and fresh. Had recent issue ordering on-line. Contacted Bakkal directly and spoke to "M." She expertly handled my order and sent follow-up messages. I am supremely pleased with both the quality of food and Customer Service 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
Stepping in was like finding a hidden treasure! As someone who often yearns for the flavors of home, discovering this international food store has been an absolute godsend.
From the moment I walked through the doors, I was struck by the incredible array of products from all corners of the globe. You won’t be disappointed – you'll be delighted! I know I'll be a regular customer for years to come.
While the variety and abundance of products in the store is great , i can’t help but to give a bad review as me & my partner entered the store we weren’t greeted ( two associates at the front ) the people that followed are greeted as well as the next. (I’m a server of 10 + yrs I know proper customer service regardless of personal views) Those people did not the share the same skin tone as us. So I couldn’t help but notice the lack of customer service and availability to us especially with this being our first time. I hoped to shop there while embracing the culture but I see our presence wasn’t appreciated. Of course they will take the money who wouldn’t but I could tell the cashier didn’t feel happy to assist us. I really don’t appreciate that, we’re in the US not any of the other countries, wanting our money isn’t enough pay people respect when coming to live and do business here . I more than likely won’t return , if you look anything like me I WOULDN'T SHOP HERE . There are plenty more International stores that will welcome us to shop there.
This is a great, small convenient store with a lot of Eastern European goodies. They seem to be a bit cheaper than the Buford Hwy Farmers market which I appreciate! I found organic bullion there which is exactly what I was looking for!
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Mr Rated
4 weeks agoWhile visiting Atlanta, I stopped by Balkal International Food, and I’m so glad I did! Living in Charlotte, it’s hard to find truly fresh international products but this place feels nice. They seem to have everything you could need, from snacks to pantry staples, and everything looked clean, organized, and inviting. I picked up some sunflower seeds, and they were so fresh and full of flavor. You can really tell they care about quality. If you’re looking for a store with fresh international foods and a wide variety of products all in one place, Balkal is a must-visit in Atlanta. I’ll definitely be coming back whenever I’m in town! 🌻🛒
Liz Erickson
3 weeks agoFirst Class Customer Service!!!! Have ordered many different food items on-line and shipped to my home on the West Coast. Always arrives well packaged and fresh. Had recent issue ordering on-line. Contacted Bakkal directly and spoke to "M." She expertly handled my order and sent follow-up messages. I am supremely pleased with both the quality of food and Customer Service 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
Kenan Begovic
a month agoStepping in was like finding a hidden treasure! As someone who often yearns for the flavors of home, discovering this international food store has been an absolute godsend. From the moment I walked through the doors, I was struck by the incredible array of products from all corners of the globe. You won’t be disappointed – you'll be delighted! I know I'll be a regular customer for years to come.
Daria T
3 months agoWhile the variety and abundance of products in the store is great , i can’t help but to give a bad review as me & my partner entered the store we weren’t greeted ( two associates at the front ) the people that followed are greeted as well as the next. (I’m a server of 10 + yrs I know proper customer service regardless of personal views) Those people did not the share the same skin tone as us. So I couldn’t help but notice the lack of customer service and availability to us especially with this being our first time. I hoped to shop there while embracing the culture but I see our presence wasn’t appreciated. Of course they will take the money who wouldn’t but I could tell the cashier didn’t feel happy to assist us. I really don’t appreciate that, we’re in the US not any of the other countries, wanting our money isn’t enough pay people respect when coming to live and do business here . I more than likely won’t return , if you look anything like me I WOULDN'T SHOP HERE . There are plenty more International stores that will welcome us to shop there.
Angelina McEwen
8 months agoThis is a great, small convenient store with a lot of Eastern European goodies. They seem to be a bit cheaper than the Buford Hwy Farmers market which I appreciate! I found organic bullion there which is exactly what I was looking for!