Namaste Indian Food Mart
About This Spot
Stepping into Namaste Indian Food Mart feels like entering a quiet haven where the vibrant rhythms of the Indian subcontinent gently infuse the air. Tucked along a bustling strip in Vancouver, this grocery store offers more than just ingredients—it offers a subtle invitation to pause and reconnect with familiar tastes that carry the warmth of home. The calm pace and welcoming smiles at the entrance quickly settle any sense of urban rush, allowing visitors to quietly explore the shelves at their own rhythm.
Inside, the atmosphere hums with the comforting familiarity of a well-kept neighborhood shop, where each aisle reveals a careful curation of spices, snacks, and staples from India and beyond. The richness of this selection speaks to the myriad home kitchens that come alive here, whether preparing a simple weekday meal or a celebratory feast. Shoppers often find themselves caught in moments of discovery—finding elusive ingredients that evoke cherished memories or spark new culinary adventures.
The layout is practical and inviting, with neatly arranged products reflecting the pride taken in keeping the space clean and approachable. Though unassuming from the outside, the store’s interior quietly celebrates diversity, offering a sense of grounded connection for many who come through its doors. The experience extends beyond shopping—it's a gentle reminder of food’s power to link people, cultures, and stories.
Namaste Indian Food Mart holds a humble charm, welcoming both longtime patrons who find comfort in its familiar offerings and curious visitors eager to learn the rhythms of Indian cooking. It’s a place where the pace slows, senses sharpen, and the simple pleasure of gathering ingredients becomes a meaningful part of the day.
What’s Available Here
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Small Business
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Delivery
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Food
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Quick visit
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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SNAP/EBT
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Credit cards
Location & Hours
| Monday | 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 09:30 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Friday | 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM | |
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| Sunday | 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
Om Prakas 10 Jan 2026
Everything is available from our Islands. We get to taste our Island food. Reminds us of our country.
Enrina Chewek 23 Dec 2025
They usually have all the groceries I need especially when it comes to certain meals to prep and cook. Customer service isn’t a problem as we’re always greeted upon entering. Would definitely recommend!
NIRMAL THAKUR 11 Dec 2025
Don't let outside building appearance fool you, place inside is very well kept. buffet selection is extensive and food is tasty, price $16 for adult and $8 for kids
Shobana Prasad 15 Nov 2025
Good Indian shopping store. Variety of groceries from Fiji and India. Clean and affordable.
Elija Bandersnatch 14 Nov 2025
As an enthusiastic if not knowledgable food tourist I was confounded by the existence of two Indian grocery stores directly across the parking lot from each like two gunslingers faced off across a barren old west street. Maybe each has a specialty or it's a happy dance of cooperation, but it cries out for some comparison and investigation. I go into Namaste first and I am amazed at the wild variety of products, many if not most I do not have a clue about, this is a foray into strange lands.Snacks and teas and incense abound. The highlight of the store as far as I'm concerned is the amazing wall of spices in the back. Usually I do a little homework before venturing into a place like this so I have some idea what I am looking for, but this is off the cuff so what I see is endless mysterious variety. Of course the place is packed and passing down an aisle I suspect I am like a giant ruined ship trying to get past smaller ships as we pass down narrow locks. Regardless of the fact that much of the place is a mystery to me, I know bounty when I see it and Namaste is packed with variety. When I get to the front with my purchases, I have to say that the man behind the counter looks like he has had it with tourists wandering into his domain. Ain't no welcome for this fat old white guy, although who knows, maybe he's that way to everybody. I almost forgot my change in my hurry to vacate the premises. It puts a strange twist on what would otherwise be a stellar experience. For my next review, I simply drop my stuff in the truck and walk across the parking lot to Taste of India. I cannot help but wonder about two Indian groceries situated so close to each other. Do they meet for coffee? Chai? Are there customers loyal to one emporium over the other. Stay tuned for more later.
karen hanlon 17 Oct 2025
I’ve seen differing reports of the customer service. I found the cashier super helpful. I had no idea how to find the items I was looking for, and she patiently walked up and down the aisles looking them . When she couldn’t find one item, she offered to call the manager for help. They had a very good price for the item I bought, about half what I had found it for on Amazon. Be aware that the aisles are very crowded and narrow, not wheelchair accessible. Overall, I have been very pleased with the customer service the two times I’ve been here, and with the prices