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| - This review is for the kosher market, not for the adjacent restaurant, which I have never tried.
I drive 20 miles to get here a couple of times a month. Why? Not for the prices, which are in line with other kosher stores in this area, but definitely not cheap. Not for the ambiance, which is clean but crowded and a little disorderly. Here's why --
Imperial Kosher tries to serve the needs of the kosher community in a very small store, and it succeeds. Selection is surprisingly large for such a small space. They seem to have most of the essentials, including meats, cheeses, and a full service deli. Most importantly, somebody has spent time trying to get good quality products on the shelves; not everything marked kosher is something you would enjoy eating, but Imperial has found a lot of worthy items. Don't be afraid to try a brand you don't know well.
This is a true family place, so don't expect supermarket-like efficiency. But do expect friendly service and people who care about their customers.
IMPERIAL: Suggestion for your restaurant. At off hours, anyway, consider making it into a self-service coffee/tea bar. Make some reading materials available, sell a few pastries. Maybe your customers will hang around for a while. You could be a cool meeting place.
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