Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful information about visiting, products, special requests and the international foods available at Mariakakis.
The Mariakakis family began serving the Chapel Hill community through a restaurant in 1963. The business transitioned into a specialty food market in 1997.
The market has especially strong Greek roots and carries foods from Italy, Spain, Eastern Europe, Russia, Ukraine, the Middle East and the wider Mediterranean, along with other international products.
Yes. Call or visit with the product name, brand, country or recipe. If the item is not currently stocked, the family may be able to suggest an alternative or check whether it can be sourced.
Yes. Customers are welcome to ask about ingredient substitutions, cheese styles, olive oils, spices, wine pairings and how products are commonly used.
Yes. The selection includes Greek wines and beer, European wines, ports, sherries, vermouths and bottles from other regions. Availability and vintage can change.
Yes, especially for a specific brand, refrigerated item, frozen product or seasonal specialty. Inventory changes as imports arrive and sell through.
Mariakakis is at 1322 Fordham Boulevard, Suite 1, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514, next to Eastgate Shopping Center in Mariakakis Plaza.
The store is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm and Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. It is closed Sunday and major holidays.
Plan your visit to Mariakakis
Browse the product pages, call about a specific item, then stop by our Chapel Hill market beside Eastgate Shopping Center.