Gi's Market in Oklahoma City: A Korean Grocer for Everyday Staples and Specialty Ingredients
Gi's Market is a single-location Korean grocery serving Oklahoma City's northeast side with a split focus: everyday pantry items at competitive prices and a curated selection of Korean produce, proteins, and prepared foods that are difficult to source elsewhere in the metro area.
What Gi's Market actually is
Located on NE 23rd Street, Gi's Market occupies roughly 3,500 square feet and stocks a working mix of conventional groceries (rice, cooking oils, canned goods, frozen vegetables) alongside a dedicated Korean section. The store carries fresh Korean vegetables like Korean radish, perilla leaves, and seasonal greens; fresh and frozen seafood including squid and mackerel; multiple brands of gochujang and doenjang (fermented pastes); and a refrigerated case of prepared banchan (side dishes). It is not a full-service supermarket; it does not have a pharmacy or general merchandise. The clientele is primarily Korean families and cooking enthusiasts shopping for ingredients, though the store is open to anyone.
Services, inventory, and pricing
Gi's Market operates as a self-service grocery with no prepared-food counter or deli. Pricing on conventional items (rice, oil, canned goods) runs slightly below mainstream chains like Walmart or Crest Foods, with a 10-pound bag of short-grain white rice typically priced between $12 and $15, depending on brand. Korean specialty items carry a substantial markup compared to Korean markets in Dallas or the Kansas City area, which reflects supply-chain distance; a jar of premium gochujang runs $6 to $10, and fresh Korean greens are seasonal and priced $3 to $8 per bunch. Frozen Korean dumplings, fish cakes, and seafood are available year-round at $8 to $16 per package.
The store does not offer bulk discounts, loyalty programs, or online ordering.
How it compares to other Oklahoma City groceries
For everyday staples, Gi's Market undercuts Crest Foods on rice and oil but carries a narrower selection overall; shoppers seeking variety in produce, dairy, or meat will make a quick stop here and finish their trip at a full-service supermarket. For Korean ingredients, Gi's Market is the only dedicated Korean grocer in Oklahoma City proper. The nearest alternatives are H Mart in Dallas (roughly 200 miles south) and Costco locations in OKC, which stock limited Korean items at higher volumes but less specialty depth. If you need a specific Korean brand or fresh Korean vegetable, Gi's Market is the only option without a day trip; if you want low prices on a full week of groceries, a conventional supermarket remains the better choice.
Who it suits and who it does not suit
Gi's Market suits Korean and Vietnamese home cooks restocking pantry staples and sourcing ingredients for specific recipes. It suits people already in the northeast corridor who are buying rice or oil and do not want to drive to a major chain. It does not suit shoppers looking for one-stop grocery shopping, prepared foods, or competitive pricing across a full basket of items. It does not suit people unfamiliar with Korean cooking who are browsing; the store caters to people who know what they came for.
What the first visit involves
Entering Gi's Market, the front third holds conventional groceries: bags of rice, oils, vinegars, and canned and dried goods organized by product type rather than by brand. The back two-thirds is the Korean section: a refrigerated wall of Korean greens, radishes, and prepared side dishes; a freezer section with seafood and dumplings; shelves of sauces, pastes, and condiments; and some fresh produce (seasonal availability). Staff are present but do not provide guided tours. The store has a single checkout counter. No samples or tastings. Payment is cash or card.
Hours, parking, and logistics
Gi's Market operates Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (verify current hours by calling ahead, as holiday closures are not posted online). Street parking is available on NE 23rd Street and in a small adjacent lot; during busy evening hours, parking can be tight. The store is a 10-minute drive from downtown Oklahoma City and not served by EMBARK public transit. No delivery service is offered.
Gi's Market fills a real gap in Oklahoma City's Korean ingredient supply, making it an essential stop for anyone cooking Korean food regularly rather than an occasional convenience.
