Submitted by teamvella t3_yym12f in jerseycity
thirstyquaker t1_iwv3tw0 wrote
What type are you looking for? 99 ranch usually has tobiko (flying fish) and ikura (salmon).
If you want to drive, Mitsuwa in edgewater has a bunch more Asian types.
If you're looking for sturgeon or beluga-style caviar, you may be able to find some at Journal Square Pharmacy on JFK by Sip. They have a bunch of Russian groceries, but their fridge was on the fritz for months and I haven't been back in a while, so maybe call them up first. If you don't mind traveling, Brighton Beach by train, or Syberia Market and Prime Foods Market are drivable (~25 min) and have lots of eastern European groceries including lots of caviar.
I might be able to special order some and have it arrive tomorrow, as one of our wholesalers carry it. I'd just need to double check if I have enough other things to hit the order minimum. If you're interested in that DM me and I can tell you some prices.
thirstyquaker t1_iwv6plo wrote
Curiosity got the better of me and I looked up what our wholesalers have. Here are the prices, we could get it tomorrow if you wanted. There are some fancier ones (like $200-$300/2oz) but they take like 5 days to arrive.
​
* Reserve Belgian Osetra Sturgeon Caviar 2oz $139.02
* Wild American Salmon Roe 4oz $36.26
* Rainbow Trout Roe 4oz $31.36
* Polish Siberian Sturgeon Caviar 2oz $96.04
* Wild Harvest Salmon Roe 8oz $47.25
* Polish Osetra Sturgeon Caviar 2oz $121.80
* Smoked Rainbow Trout Roe 4oz $35.28
* Kaluga Hybrid Sturgeon Caviar 2oz $97.16
* Black Tobiko 250gr $27.99
* Red Tobiko 250gr $27.99
* Smoked Trout Roe 8.8oz $69.99
doglywolf t1_iwvag1u wrote
once again reminding people why your one of the best community places around and more people need to go buy there beer from you!!
Left the area and don't do my own micros anymore but you guys and Ed and Marys are what i miss most about not being over there anymore!
thirstyquaker t1_iwvbka0 wrote
Thanks, we miss you too!
prezzyplainjane27 t1_iwvh9dl wrote
What’s the name of your store? Do you carry any Russian groceries?
thirstyquaker t1_iwvusxm wrote
The Thirsty Quaker, we're a liquor store/homebrew supply shop. We don't carry any Russian groceries but we have a small cheese/salami fridge and sometimes I order random things for myself to hit order minimums. My wife is Belarusian/Ukrainian hence me knowing all the local spots to get the stuff.
spypol t1_iww24n4 wrote
I feel ashamed for not knowing this place, after many years in the neighborhood. I am definitely checking you out this weekend!!!
tenant1313 t1_iwwjaah wrote
Weird question: do you know if non-pasteurized goat cheese can be legally sold in US? And if so, where? Ever since I came back from Portugal, I’m addicted.
thirstyquaker t1_iwwk6jc wrote
I've visited several dairies, and have a few suppliers, and have even made Feta and cheddar, but unfortunately I don't know enough to answer that one.
The owner at Third and Vine used to brag about getting "illegal cheese" for their restaurant, but they closed a while ago =/
There's a sheep and goat farm near Atlantic City that sells cheese, I forget the name but they might be able to answer if you give them a ring.
hiphopbeerdude t1_iww0cg0 wrote
I love your place! Have spent many a Friday afternoon loading up on craft beer for wrestling weekends.
NickIsAGuyinBK t1_iww41vv wrote
Just moved right around the corner from you guys, can't wait to stop in so I can stock my fridge & bar.
Rodion7 t1_iwvj8sq wrote
Would like to know as well... we need more Russian/Eastern European food here in JC.
Hudson Market has a small section of international food and Ukrainian Hata inside is great (though a bit pricey) 😊
a_bigsalad t1_iwwvmde wrote
Was going to mention Hudson Greene Market - they have a surprising amount but you need to look closely for it (I found salo by accident yesterday 😂) same feelings about Ukrainian Hata - $12 for 4 syrniki feels steep but also they’re the only game in town so they can charge what they want
teamvella OP t1_iwvpk5l wrote
Wow - thanks for offering this! Let’s keep in touch and I will definitely reach back out in the future. I needed to get the caviar today so I didn’t quite have time to take you up on this. Have a great day!
bodhipooh t1_iwv5s88 wrote
Upvoting this for the awesome, neighborly attitude.
doglywolf t1_iwv9gdj wrote
Right like even my gut reaction is to be snarky about like ...why would you or look at you being all fancy and i generally love being super helpful to my community members haha.
Viewing a single comment thread. View all comments