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My Trip To Trader Joe's

Jordan2 — Wed, 30 May 2018 22:38:59 GMT

I have a TJ's near me, I don't go very often, it's always so crowded and the parking lot is a horror. I went today and they were out of two of the items I really wanted. I asked at the desk, she said they were out of stock at the warehouse. It's not like this was a one time thing, it happens to me every time I go there.

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IslanderGirl62 — Wed, 30 May 2018 22:42:46 GMT

Sometimes what happens too at TJs is that you fall in love with one of their items, only for them to stop carrying it. One of the managers told me they will stop carrying items if the manufacturer decides to raise the price to more than TJs thinks is appropriate or thinks the average TJs customer is willing to pay.

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Isobel Archer — Wed, 30 May 2018 22:59:22 GMT

My Trader Joe's is in a very busy mall and the parking lot is a nightmare. However, TJ's opens at 8 - two hours before the mall stores. So I go then. Much easier.

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GSPgirl — Wed, 30 May 2018 23:31:26 GMT

Our Trader Joe’s has the worst parking. It’s hard to get it and hard to get out. Not worth it to me.

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ValuSkr — Thu, 31 May 2018 00:14:13 GMT

There are two TJ's near me. Parking at both is a nightmare, and both are usually crowded. So I don't go much either - a handful of times per year.

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Jordan2 — Thu, 31 May 2018 00:18:57 GMT

Horrible parking seems to be a pattern with TJ's. You would think it would be taken into consideration when looking for a good location for a store.

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indiepup — Thu, 31 May 2018 01:15:25 GMT

be thankful you live near one of the stores...i have to drive 2 hours to get to the closest TJ's (i bought a really good cooler just for these trips). It's a small store and always has unique items that I can't get where I live...even just decent produce is a luxury!

how I would love to live closer to one...

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jeanlake — Thu, 31 May 2018 01:53:50 GMT

Our's is in a busy mall area and can get busy on Saturdays, but fun to visit. Their Reisling wine is great and inexpensive for Sangrias.

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GenXmuse — Thu, 31 May 2018 02:06:32 GMT

@Jordan2 wrote:
Horrible parking seems to be a pattern with TJ's. You would think it would be taken into consideration when looking for a good location for a store.

Lol! I think it’s a prerequisite when they pick out a location.

Does it have terrible parking? SOLD!

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jannabelle1 — Thu, 31 May 2018 02:13:21 GMT

Interesting because the TJs that I occasionally go to is the same way with parking - it's awful. Fresh Thyme just opened a store close to me and it's somewhat similar to TJs, but I think FT has much better produce and a good selection of meats....and the parking is so much better. I know FT isn't everywhere, but it's a great alternative IMO.

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phoenixbrd — Thu, 31 May 2018 04:18:32 GMT

Yes, the parking lot is a nightmare. I go when they first open to avoid the crowds. I go every one or two weeks. It is where I buy my organic potatoes (red, golds, and russets), avocado, garlic, ginger, onions, coconut aminos, beans/garbanzos & kidney, mushrooms, bell peppers, frozen peas, frozen corn.....all organic at fairly reasonable prices. Trader Joe's is a staple in my life.

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Krimpette — Thu, 31 May 2018 11:29:47 GMT

My local TJ's is my go-to grocery store. I go there at least once a week. Parking is difficult later in the day, but I go during the early to mid-morning hours and don't have a problem with parking. Love my TJ's!!!!!!!!!

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ID2 — Thu, 31 May 2018 15:40:26 GMT

I really don't see the appeal of Trader Joe's. I tried shopping there a few times and walked out empty handed. Yes, the parking is terrible. I would rather drive across the street and shop at my Meijer store.

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Regal Bee — Thu, 31 May 2018 15:52:56 GMT

Trader Joe's is different and we enjoy shopping there on occasion. The parking is a total turnoff, though.

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deeva — Thu, 31 May 2018 20:31:09 GMT

I guess I’m in the minority, our TJ’s has a large, well designed parking lot. No problems getting in or out.

But I am miffed because they discontinued their sesame pretzels that were really good.

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Daysdee — Fri, 01 Jun 2018 01:43:20 GMT

Parking isn't a problem at the TJ where I shop. However, I never go on Sunday or in the afternoon. One thing I appreciate is if the line has more than two or three people, they call for someone to open another checkstand. Also, they bag your items the best of any store--freezer or fridge items together, etc.

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DiAnne — Fri, 01 Jun 2018 05:38:09 GMT

I went to Trader Joe's at 6:30 pm this evening. Parking lot much better than during the day.

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RollTide2008 — Sat, 02 Jun 2018 02:33:03 GMT

I find my Fresh Thyme is better for meat and produce and Trader Joe is better for packaged and convenience items. TJ’s parking lot is awful, Fresh Thyme’s is fine.

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momtochloe — Sat, 02 Jun 2018 14:14:22 GMT

@GenXmuse wrote:
@Jordan2 wrote:
Horrible parking seems to be a pattern with TJ's. You would think it would be taken into consideration when looking for a good location for a store.
Lol! I think it’s a prerequisite when they pick out a location.
Does it have terrible parking? SOLD!

Hee! There are three TJ's within a reasonable distance from me and at two of them you could literally show up driving a Winnebago and find parking. The one closest to me . . . . yeah not so much . . . .

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okaywitheasypay — Sat, 02 Jun 2018 17:23:12 GMT

I live in a very large city that has just about any grocery , but the 2 T.J.s are extremely popular and many communities beg them to open another store in thier area.

The ones that I shop at are always busy but I admire the fast and efficient way they move the checkout along. It never seems like you need to have packed a suitcase for your wait like say Wal-marts!