Businesses on Pohnpei open and close without warning as the local economy is a tough environment for any enterprise, but the ones we’ve listed here have been around for a while and seem relatively stable.
A-One Supermart
A-One is a large grocery store on Main Street that sells groceries, imported produce, and general merchandise. The store used to be located down the street a bit in a tiny little shop. When the Truk Trader Company’s Wallmart folded, A-One moved in. They have a smaller branch stores: in town across from Amcres Gas Station (also on Main Street), in Mwalok on Sokehs Island, and in Palikir across from the College of Micronesia,.
- 7AM-Midnight (Mon-Sun)
- +691.320.2537
Ace Commercial Center
Ace Commercial Center, located near the movie theater just outside of Kolonia, sells a wide selection of both perishable and non-perishable groceries, fresh imported produce, and household supplies. Produce shipments are irregular — sometimes the selection is good and sometimes there’s next to nothing.
- 7AM-10PM (Mon-Sun)
- +691.320.2518
Ace Hardware
This local branch of the Ace Hardware chain, specializes in hardware, home improvement, household supplies, appliances, sporting goods, and general merchandise.
- 8AM-5PM (Mon-Fri); 8AM-1PM (Sat)
- +691.320.2723
Ace Office Supply
Located next to Ace Hardware, Ace Office Supply is a large facility that carries office supplies, electronics, household supplies, furniture, and general merchandise.
- 8AM-5PM (Mon-Fri); 8AM-1PM (Sat)
- +691.320.8279
Blue Nile
This warehouse store at the western edge of Kolonia, sells non-perishable groceries and frozen foods, general merchandise, household supplies, and bulk items.
- 7AM-10:30PM (Mon-Thu, Sun); 7AM-Midnight (Fri-Sat)
- +691.320.7476
Ellen’s Market
Located on the waterfront road, this small farmer’s market sells locally-grown produce and fresh fish.
- 7AM-9PM (Mon-Sat)
- +691.320.2747
Isamu Nakasone Store (INS)
Down a back-road in the northern part of Kolonia, this store has a wide range of non-perishable groceries, general merchandise, household supplies, and clothes.
- 6AM-9PM (Mon-Fri); 6AM-8PM (Sat); 6AM-6PM (Sun)
- +691.320.2587
Palm Terrace Store
Palm Terrace is easily Pohnpei’s largest and most diverse grocery store with both perishable and non-perishable groceries, frozen foods, fresh imported produce, general merchandise, household supplies, and clothes. Produce shipments are sporadic — sometimes the selection is very good and sometimes there’s practically nothing.
- 7:30AM-9PM (Mon-Fri); 7:30AM-8PM (Sat); 10AM-6PM (Sun)
- +691.320.2882
PMK Fish Market
Located behind One World Plaza in the same building as the Conservation Society of Pohnpei, PMK Fish Market according to their page “specializes in line-caught reef and nearshore fish and mangrove crabs”. All fish and crabs sold at the market are caught using sustainable fishing methods: catching/selling fish only during their open season, catching/sale of fishes that are mature and are not a protected species. They also vacuum seal their seafood to keep it fresh for as long as possible. We recommend purchasing your fish from them whenever you can; by doing so you’re supporting a business the puts environmental gain above financial gain, and that’s something worth supporting.
- 9AM-5PM (Mon-Sat)
- +691.926.0690
- PMK Fish Market on Facebook
Pohnpei Hardware
This store near the waterfront specializes in hardware, home improvement, and household supplies.
- 8AM-5PM (Mon-Fri); 8AM-1PM (Sat)
- +691.320.7493 / 7942 / 8611
PRD Drive-In
PRD is the mother of all mom-and-pop stores. Located at the north end of Kaselehlie Street (Main) on the corner of Ohmine, this small store has found huge success (probably due to its location, expansive inventory, and extended hours). PRD is the place to go when you need something basic late at night when everything else is closed.
- 6AM-Midnight (Mon-Fri); 6AM-1AM (Sat-Sun)
True Value Hardware
This local branch of the True Value chain, sells hardware, home improvement, and household supplies.
- 8AM-5PM (Mon-Fri); 8AM-3PM (Sat)
- +691.320.5726
Simon’s Market
This is the largest local market currently in operation they have daily deliveries of fresh produce, fresh fish, crab, lobster (on occasion), and other local food items. Their produce is grown at Simon’s farm in Palikir and elsewhere, while their fish is brought in by local fisherman. They also sell made traditional handicrafts and tools. Buying produce and other goods from Simon’s is a great way to support local farmers, fishermen, and craftspeople.
- 7:30AM-8PM (Mon-Sat); 10AM-5PM (Sun)
- +691.320.7002
Yoshie Enterprises
This small store in eastern Kolonia sells non-perishable groceries, general merchandise, household supplies, electronics, and clothes. It’s a good place to go if you’re looking for Asian food items.
- 9AM-8PM (Mon-Sat); 10AM-6PM (Sun)
- +691.320.2412