Trader Joe’s

First, let me start by saying the majority of items we purchase at Trader Joe’s are fantastic. However, I rely on some of their lunch items on a weekly basis, but the quality has gone downhill. I don’t suspect it’s the individual location, but more or less the facility that produces and distributes these items. Today I had the turkey club wrap with a use by date of ⁰⁶⁄₀₉. With only a day left, I thought all is well. However, the wrap tastes old, with the tomatoes and lettuce being over-​wilted. I’ve had issues with this wrap in particular, as its quality seems to be lacking. It doesn’t seem to matter what the «use by» date is, it always tastes old. Today was no different.

This store was super clean, like majority of the trader joes, and I loved it at first. I then found out from my husband the next day that one of the staff was making fun of my 10 months old son while we were grocery shopping.
We went in on Memorial Day Monday, a little after 1pm. I rushed around, trying to get everything while my husband was shopping around holding my son. When they got to the frozen section, my son was talking and making sounds like usual. Then my husband heard an older employee who was stocking the freezer section say, «oh, it sounds like there’s a monkey in the store», then making ooh ooh ah ah sounds. At first, my husband thought he was playing/​talking to my son, but it got worse… At the end, he said something like, «oh, someone should go shut that howler monkey up». My son was the only one in that area that was making «noises»…
Um… I’m sorry my son is making different sounds?! He’s learning how to talk, so I don’t expect him to not make any sounds.
I love shopping at trader joes, but it sad knowing that IF my son or someone else’s child has an episode of any kind, they’ll probably get ridiculed and criticized instead of getting helped. Majority of the employees I’ve come in contact with have been great, and I know people gossip… But do it in the employee room and pick on someone your own size please… That guy was like a grandpa to my son in age!!!

I can’t seem to get enough Trader Joe’s. Put simply, Lots of good food in one place!

Excellent place to buy organic food. The staff is very helpful in finding things. Had a pleasant experience.

Great store. Lots of smaller portion, ready made food. It is so nice to have a selection without being pushed to buy 4 or 5 items to get better price. Great place for single people to shop. Employees are helpful and very friendly.

Love Trader Joe’s for their great selection of food & wine. Nice selection of organic food, European and Asian food and fantastic service all the time!

Great store, clean, nice staff, unique, fun selection of foods and some of the basics.
Good prices.
What’s not to like?

This is a review for TJ’s business model not so much this location, they get 3 Stars for having such great «Crew Members» but their produce leaves something to be desired! Since when is it good to buy prepacked veggies that only give you the Packed On Date and NOT the Picked On Date? Who knows how long this stuff has been sitting in their warehouse BEFORE they decided to pack it? I have had way too many items go bad quickly after purchase and yes TJ’s says just bring the item back for a refund but that’s not always feasible. You are much better off going to a store like Whole Foods and paying a bit more for something that will last twice as long and pick the veggies YOU want. TJ’s used to be much better years ago before they decided to sell and then go through a massive expansion. For me it’s all about execution not how big you are. Still they have other very good items I’d would just stay away from the fresh produce.

Great store to shop at. With such a large variety of healthy choices. This location is a bit smaller than the one in the Valley, but still caries all the amenities of a healthier choice of eating.
Such great products and so many new choices of healthy and a large variety of organic products.,
Parking sometimes can be an issue. The lot is shared by several different merchants, such as target.
The employees where very friendly and most of all very helpful. Very clean and most of all organized.

Love love love this place. The staff is wonderful, their products are great and they have tons of vegetarian products!

Great staff, products and prices but that’s typical of all Trader Joe’s locations. This particular store has plenty of parking, lots of employees, well stocked aisles and checkout lines move very quick.

I’ve been to many TJ’s in different locations and this one is as good as expected. Almost everything I tried in there are terrific except their fresh rice noodles. I followed exactly with the cooking instructions but the noodles still came out a mess… I guess they were new on shelf and probably won’t be able to keep their place for too long haha

Great products & great staff. They make yummy samples. I think the best time to buy produce is during the day since in evenings they are usually restocking.
If ever there is an issue with something you purchased, bring it back with a receipt (if you have it) and let them know. They might be able to do an exchange of refund you.

The staff here is really friendly, but the last two times I bought raspberries there was a lot of mold on them.
I just bought packaged organic green bell peppers today and they were old as well. Kinda tired of going back for refunds and driving to Vons for produce.

This location is one of the better Trader Joes in been to. I buy all my produce here and snacks for the kids. Everything is just so fresh. We are currently obsessed with the partially popped popcorn. It is sooooo addictive! Lots of parking and the store is always super clean inside. On a side note, don’t go on a Saturday because it is PACKED!

Huge shout out and thanks to Tim M. at Traders Joes!!! I was there 2 hours ago and accidentally threw away my retainer in the trash can near the sampling area. Tim went above and beyond to not only get the trash bags out for me but he put on some gloves and started digging through the trash with me. Thankfully we found it in the second bag. :) what an amazing and kind person he is! I truly appreciate all your help. Thank you, Tim!

Great place for a nice variety of out of the ordinary stuff. They have plenty of natural and organic items, which is a big plus, but not as expensive as Whole Foods.
They have lots of dried fruit, trail mix, nuts etc. which is my favorite part of the store. They have organic chocolate, non-​gmo popcorn and other natural snacks.
If you are a serious tree hugger like me, then they have natural washing detergents, soaps, toothpastes etc.
This location seems a bit smaller than some others I’ve been to, but nevertheless I never had a problem buying what I came for. Plenty of people around to ask for help, lines move quickly and the place is kept up well.
Price? A bit higher than your average supermarket. Is it worth it? Sure thing chicken wing!

Great Trader Joe’s off LA Ave and near Target.
This location is one of the older ones in the area and such is a bit small. It can get real crowded. It’s kept very clean and well stocked, however.
Parking is usually good due to the huge lot that is shared with Target and other stores.
I’ve always found that employees here are super nice and they do their best to keep the lines moving despite the popularity of the market.
If you’re looking for some healthy TJ food, this location is a great option. 5 star service but due to the small, cramped environment I’m going to give it 4 stars. Wonderful market overall!

Just called and talked to a self-​styled comedian named Nick.
When asked if the turkeys had giblets or not, he thought it was very funny to tell me the only way to find out was to buy one and open it.
I still don’t know the right answer but I’m sure Nick is still laughing.
I’ll get my bird elsewhere.

Great prices and great selection of different items than you would ever find in a normal grocery store. I can’t say I have ever been to this place when it was not super crowded. If you don’t mind fighting the crowd and being slightly cramped then I would highly recommend this place. If not just find a larger trader joes.
The staff is always so helpful and friendly. All the items on the shelfs are clearly marked as far as food allergies go which is very nice when shopping for someone with a food allergy.
And once again for being considered a «higher end» grocery store the prices really are good. Even some common things you can find at any other store you can find here for cheaper which is an awesome bonus.