Old Bank District Market

If I can give zero star, I want to do so.
This shop is shit, very less choice of meat, cans of soap, bread and other stuff.
I don’t know what the fuck why the people to give four star to this shop.

I’ve been coming to this store for about two years… It has literally the BEST customer service I have ever experienced. Ray the owner and his sister are just the nicest human beings I’ve ever met in my life. Short on change? Don’t worry bring it next time! Can’t decide about this item? Hey take a sample for free and see if you like it! Like, is this the 1950s? These people are amazing!
I literally want to come to this store to hang out sometimes.
My only only only criticism is one employee, don’t know his name, Latino guy. Short. He has zero customer service and treats you like he’s doing you a favor by working there. Won’t help you look for anything, spends most of his time on his cellphone. But like I said the owner and his sister and the other employees are just wonderful and this really feels like a neighborhood deli from yester-​year.

So this place functions as a deli, a great spot for wine and beer, and a market for basic grocery and creative snacks.
I have seen some complaints about the pricing and I will concede it’s not as cheap as smart and final but for those of us living in art district /​little Tokyo this is much cheaper than other options (think 6^th street market) and the options are just as good.
Also — I have seen one or two reviews that are negative about Ray — these people are crazy. Ray is a happy guy and he is always smiling and friendly. I’m sure some days he is isn’t feeling like working like anyone but he still does his best to make you feel welcome and at home. I hate dealing with lackluster or angry employees and with old bank district I always know I will be treated kindly. Ray remembers the locals and he is a dedicated owner.
The food selection is pretty good and most dry and canned goods are available. Tons of snack options and a pretty solid beer and wine offering (beer is always kept cold!) really round this place out. They also have meat /​cheeses /​pizza and a deli to top it off. If you come in late they will have some pre-​made wraps and salads ready to go.
Overall a great market with a local feel and friendly management that is one of a kind in downtown LA. If you need a few items or a chill deli to grab a bite make sure to give this place a try.

Love there made to order deli sandwiches. The owner is really nice. They also have a large selection of cold beverages, snacks and household goods.

Some businesses are worth the hassle in spite of the shitty service you receive, and others are simply not worth a visit because of the shitty service you receive. Old Bank District Market definitely falls into the latter. I’ve made it a bit of a habit to stop by and grab a wrap or sandwich, and realize that unless the sweet couple who owns the market is around, service is atrocious. I stopped by on a weekday recently during the lunch hour, and the place was empty. I went to the deli counter wanting to put in an order, and waited. Then I waited some more. And some more. The scruffy cashier was too busy playing on a laptop to say anything, and didn’t bother to even look up while we waited for a good 10 minutes, but he did manage to yell ‘have a nice day’ at us as we made our way out and took our money elsewhere. Part of the market’s charm has always been the environment, but knowing that I’m likely to receive a warmer welcome at the Bates Motel than I would here, there is no way I’ll waste my time returning.

I live right across the street from this bodega, it reminds me of a market I would find back home in NYC. Its perfect for cigarettes, wine, beer, sandwiches, snacks, meats, cheese, eggs. Really wide selection of items. The man who owns it is literally the most friendly person and the atmosphere is so inviting and clean! Check them out!

Super friendly lady staffing the place when I visited. Great craft beer selection at reasonable prices, best I found in this area without being too pricey (like Buzz). Good selection of cheeses, milk and nondairy milk alternatives, and other basic items.

Very cool family owned market. They will help you find whatever you need in the whole of DTLA.

Trying to figure out why hours state they are open and walked up there on break and it’s dark and closed? :(
Based on most recent review, sounds like a red flag. I’ll give it one more chance, but I think I’ll go to Famima first and then see. Too bad there aren’t any Famima’s near or in Little Tokyo area :(
STATUS UPDATE:
Since this morning, I honestly don’t know what time they open & I forgot to ask. Deli smelled really good, even though I can’t eat deli meats :(I looked through the aisles and I must say, they do have some variety and choices, if your into the quickie gourmet marts with most items bit on pricey side, but there were some average to reasonable and being worthy of buying because of it being organic, gluten free, multi grain, etc.
Humongous wine selection (hence, bodega) and also beer — not humongous though in DTLA you can go all around the streets and find good beer, but you’ll pay for it, rightfully so.
Well I’d come back, but I am still not too happy that I/​we wasted our time this morning because it wasn’t open. If they changed their hours, they really need to post a note or let people know. The other thing issue was that almost most of their products/​items have no price tag. It’s kind of a hassle to keep asking how much. My co worker bought multi grain organic tortilla chips and stated they were stale.
I ended up going to Famima’s because I wanted a salad instead & because my experience has been finding fresher items.

If you live or work in the area and are looking for unique food items, this store is your spot. They have a deli in the back, as well as a full beer and wine selection. If you’re in Little Tokyo or Downtown LA, it’s an easy walk to this location.
The only reason for one less star is parking in the area is limited, especially early in the morning and later in the evening because of parking restrictions.

Great service and great sandwiches! The place is family owned and everyone is really nice. Gotta recommend their turkey panini and their chicken sandwich. Overall an amazing market in the heart of Los Angeles. Glad to find this spot.
Thank you!!!

The gracious bespectacled worker here made our sandwiches semi-​slow, but seemed to be running the whole store. They were YUMMY, though, and worth wait. There are SO many snack selections here that I thought my head was going to explode!!! Also, Amy’s brand pot pies!!! I haven’t been able to find those anywhere in quite some time!
Non-​related to the service, some crazy old Russian broads in weirdly textural fashions sat right by us, talking in witch-​like voices to each other and to two caged birds.
FREE entertainment is everywhere.
But yeah, if you’re downtown and needs snack fix, some wine/​beer, or killer sandwich, this is your place.

This «small from the outside, big from the inside» market is located on one of the busiest corners in the city. Main and 4^th gets hit hard during the morning and afternoon commute, not to mention the constant film crews that take over the intersection. This area of downtown is also picking up rapidly with an ever increasing bar and foodie scene.
I stopped in the market for my lunch break while I was working on a project that, surprise surprise, took over the intersection just outside. Several other crew members were raving about it so I figured I’d better give it a shot. The deli counter is in the back and serves up delicious, made to order sandwiches with fresh cut slices. After standing there staring at the menu for several minutes, I ended up getting the Italian which was so amazing it made me sad when I finished it.
While there’s no shortage of great lunch spots around the area, but the small hidden deli in the back and the three or four tables add to the charm of this independently owned market that you would never find at Ralphs or even Whole Foods. The staff was all super friendly and the sandwich made the perfect lunch time pick me up. Seriously, it was one of the best sandwiches I’ve had, and I eat a lot of sandwiches!
Until next time, OBD Market!

WOW! is all I have to say!!! I will definitely come back. The workers there are very friendly and there food is great. I’ve had the smoked turkey, pastrami, roast beef sandwiches and the chicken salad all very delicious and FRESH! Keep up the good work guys. :)

I just wanted to thank whoever left a beautiful note on my panini’s wrapping! I ordered food through my company and when I picked it up from the reception, everyone was asking about the note on the wrap! Thank you thank you! You made my day, plus the Times Square panini is delicious!

They make excellent deli sandwiches. A great place for basic needs. A little pricey, but most of their stuff is delicious.

A nice gourmet market to run into for a random piece of fruit, a bottle of ginger beer, or if you’re like me… a bar of Chuao Chocolatier’s Honeycomb Chocolate. I can’t find that thing anywhere else except for Vegas!

Go here. Chat up Ray, an old friend, even if you just met him yesterday. Order good sandwiches. Do whatever it is that you new-​fangled kids are doing here in the last five years since I left. When I’ve visited more recently it’s changed quite a bit, but as long as Ray or Miriam is to be found, I know I have a home. I will vouch for this place as long as it’s under the same ownership. Love these people. I try to stop by when I can. BEST EVER!

This family-​owned deli is a great go to spot if you need something rather gourmet on the go. They have increased their selection of healthy/​organic treats as well as their wine section.
Many local business folks venture here for lunch. I personally like their salads and there chilli when it’s cold.
If you go during the day you’ll mostly run into Ray. The charming, well-​dressed guy behind the counter — who always takes an interest in his customers. Plus, he’ll remember you when and if you come back.
Some items can be a little pricey but if you’re in the downtown LA area, it is by far the best convenience store you’ll find.

Old Bank District Market was a pioneer of the new downtown area, serving up decent foodstuffs and essentials long before Ralph’s or other gourmet markets moved in. God bless Ray! It’s been nice to see them expand to double the size and continue to thrive.
OBD Market has a good selection of dry goods, trending towards gourmet but also some essentials, plus high-​end pet food, lots of prepared foods, a Boar’s Head deli, and a strong beer and wine selection. Sandwiches and salads here are stellar.
There are some good and great other markets in the area but this is probably the best one-​stop shop. Other options close by include:
Two Bits Market (SW corner of 5^th & Spring on the 5^th Street side) Two Bits Market has a great produce section and a high-​end deli meat and cheese counter, along with a small selection of mostly gourmet dry goods, beer and wine.
There are also two convenience markets on the SW corner of 6^th & Spring (6^th Street Market on the 6^th Street side; Market on A Spring on the Spring Street side.) NOTE: Neither of these markets at 6^th & Spring sell beer, wine or alcohol.
6^th Street Market has mainly dry goods, a lot of refrigerator cases, some meat and cheese, some frozen goods and ice cream. It stocks a slightly larger selection of dry goods (everything from balsamic vinegar to soy milk) than the other small markets. Very clean and nicely laid out.
Market on A Spring has the biggest selection of basics and no-​frills dry goods. It generally trends a little cheaper than the other markets. It also has a deli and some fresh food offerings. The kabob cart is often going outside at night, and the food I’ve had from it was tasty.