Turkish & Mediterranean Groceries in Snohomish County, WA
As of 2026, Besler Market is Snohomish County's dedicated Turkish and Mediterranean specialty grocery. This guide covers what we carry, what makes a well-stocked Turkish pantry, and how to get here from anywhere in the county.
Besler Market is located at 18122 WA-9, Suite A101, Snohomish, WA 98296 on Highway 9. We carry 800+ imported Turkish and Mediterranean products: halal sucuk, Çaykur tea, beyaz peynir, olives, spices, baklava, and more. Open 7 days a week. Approximately 12 minutes from Bothell, 12 minutes from Mill Creek, 18 minutes from Kirkland, and 24 minutes from Lynnwood.
What is a Turkish and Mediterranean grocery store?
Turkish Grocery Store
A Turkish grocery store (also called a Türk marketi) is a specialty food shop that stocks imported Turkish and Eastern Mediterranean pantry staples, condiments, dairy products, halal meats, beverages, sweets, and household goods not typically available in mainstream American supermarkets. Products are imported from Turkey, Bulgaria, Lebanon, and other Mediterranean countries.
If you grew up cooking Turkish or Mediterranean food, you know that Safeway and QFC carry a fraction of what you actually need. A proper Turkish grocery fills the gap: the right tea, the right pasta, the right pepper paste, the right cheeses. No substitutions, no look-alikes.
In western Washington, Turkish and Middle Eastern grocery stores have historically been concentrated closer to Seattle: Lynnwood, Renton, and Bellevue. For families living in north King County and south Snohomish County, that meant a 45-minute errand every time you needed Çaykur or a block of beyaz peynir.
Besler Market opened on Highway 9 in Snohomish to change that. We're a short drive from Bothell, Mill Creek, Kirkland, Woodinville, and Everett.
What Turkish and Mediterranean products does Besler Market carry?
Below is a summary of the 13 product categories available at Besler Market as of 2026. The full searchable catalog (800+ individual items) is on our What We Carry page.
Stock is refreshed weekly. Call (206) 372-3073 before driving out for something specific.
How do you know if a Turkish grocery store is well-stocked?
Not every store labeled "Mediterranean" or "international" carries the depth of Turkish pantry staples you actually need. Here are the six things to look for when choosing a Turkish grocery store in Snohomish County:
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Multiple Çaykur varieties, not just one A well-stocked Turkish grocery carries at least 4–6 Çaykur blends: Filiz Lüks, Tiryaki, Rize Turist, Altınbaş, and ideally a filter bag (süzen poşet) option. One box of generic "Turkish tea" is not the same.
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Real beyaz peynir from named regions There's beyaz peynir, and then there's Ezine cow, Ezine goat, Ezine sheep, Erzincan tulum, Van otlu, each with different flavor profiles and uses. A proper store distinguishes between them.
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Halal certification that's clearly labeled and verifiable Every meat product should carry visible halal certification, not just the store owner's word. At Besler Market, every deli and meat product is halal certified. No exceptions, no mix of halal and non-halal.
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Named olive brands, not generic "Mediterranean olives" Marmarabirlik Gemlik black olives are the benchmark. A Turkish grocery worth the drive stocks the actual brand, in multiple sizes, including sele (basket) varieties.
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At least three grades of bulgur Turkish cooking uses fine (#0 or #1), coarse (#4), and extra-coarse (#5) bulgur for different dishes. A store that only carries one grade is not a full Turkish pantry.
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Duru, Ülker, Eti, and Yakamoz on the shelf together These four brands cover dry goods, biscuits, and pickles. If all four are present, you're in the right place. If you see only one or two, the store is doing specialty rather than full-pantry.
Browse our full catalog to see the depth across every category, or read our story to understand why we built the store the way we did.
How far is Besler Market from your neighborhood?
Besler Market is at 18122 WA-9, Suite A101, Snohomish, WA 98296, right on Highway 9, with free parking on-site. See the Visit page for a map and live directions link.
| From | Drive time (off-peak) | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Bothell | ≈ 12 min | SR-527 north, right on Maltby Rd to Hwy 9 |
| Mill Creek | ≈ 12 min | North on Bothell-Everett Hwy, east on 180th to Hwy 9 |
| Woodinville | ≈ 11 min | North on Hwy 9 from Woodinville-Snohomish Rd |
| Kirkland | ≈ 18 min | I-405 north to SR-522, east on Hwy 9 |
| Everett | ≈ 21 min | South on I-5 exit 186, east to Hwy 9 |
| Lynnwood | ≈ 24 min | East on 196th, north on 35th, onto Hwy 9 |
| Redmond | ≈ 25 min | North on Avondale, onto SR-522 east |
| Snohomish (downtown) | ≈ 8 min | South on Hwy 9 |
Drive times are approximate at off-peak hours. Use the map on our Visit page for live directions.
Frequently asked questions
Is Besler Market the only Turkish grocery in Snohomish County?
As of 2026, Besler Market is the only dedicated Turkish and Mediterranean specialty grocery store in Snohomish County, Washington. The next closest options are in the Lynnwood/Edmonds area or south toward Bellevue and Renton. Besler Market was opened specifically to serve the Turkish and Mediterranean communities who were making long drives.
Do I need to speak Turkish to shop at Besler Market?
Not at all. The team speaks both Turkish and English, and all products are clearly labeled. Whether you're a Turkish speaker looking for familiar brands or a home cook exploring Mediterranean ingredients for the first time, you'll get a straight answer from whoever's behind the counter.
Can Besler Market source products that aren't currently on the shelf?
Yes. If you're looking for a specific product or brand we don't currently carry, send us a request or call (206) 372-3073. We work with importers regularly and can often source items within a few weeks.
Does Besler Market carry Mediterranean brands, not only Turkish?
Yes. Alongside Turkish brands, Besler Market carries Lebanese, Bulgarian, and broader Mediterranean products: labne, halloumi, grape leaves, pomegranate molasses, hummus, and cheeses and olives from across the region. It's a full Mediterranean pantry, not only a Turkish one.
What are Besler Market's store hours?
Monday–Thursday: 10 AM – 7 PM · Friday–Saturday: 10 AM – 8 PM · Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM. See the full hours and directions page →
Turkish groceries in Snohomish County. The drive ends here.
As of 2026, Besler Market is Snohomish County's only dedicated Turkish and Mediterranean specialty grocery. We're on Highway 9 at 18122 WA-9, Suite A101, Snohomish, WA, a short drive from Bothell, Mill Creek, Kirkland, Lynnwood, and Everett. 800+ imported products, all halal meat, open seven days a week.