Question about Publix Stores

GSPgirl · ‎01-03-2012

I was having a discussion with someone who moved to my area from Atlanta. We are finally getting a Publix store in our State. He told me that Publix opens stores and then closes them. Have any of you seen this? They tried to put one near where I live and the neighbors protested it, so it's going on the other side of town.

Beach Baby 1 · ‎03-09-2010

I have lived in the Atlanta area most of my life and in various parts of town. I've never seen a Publix close. They are an excellent market and their produce is always especially nice and fresh. Their closest competitor is Kroger and then Super Target and Walmart. I prefer to shop Publix than any other place. I believe you will like shopping there.

Hoovermom · ‎03-19-2010

I was raised in Lakeland, FL, home of George Jenkins, founder of Publix. This is not true. Are you sure this person is not employed by a competitor? LOL. I know when they put a Publix in my neighborhood (2 miles from me), they had to blend into the surrounding area with their decor (brick type structure). As many stores as they have, I am sure they do their homework before opening up a store. I have never heard of this!!! Publix has a money back guarantee on everything in their stores. If they ring up the wrong item, and you point it out, that item is free. They have great benefits for their employees. Their customer service is top notch.

grandmatobe · ‎04-02-2010

I couldn't agree more with waterbaby! I've lived outside Atlanta for over 25 years and have never seen one close! It's my favorite store to shop at for groceries...I have a Kroger very close, but my 1st choice is always Publix!

gotogal · ‎11-01-2010

I live in the Atlanta area and we had two of them a mile apart. One of them did close after being open for about four years. There just wasn't enough population to support two stores in that area. With that being said, Publix is excellent and I don't shop anywhere else.

willdob3 · ‎11-01-2010

I live in Florida & Publix is the best grocery store around. Great produce, good store brand, exceptional CS. I have never seen one close. I love Publix!

StylishLady · ‎03-11-2010

Publix is big down here. They actually closed two stores in my area, but they moved to newer larger locations nearby the old store.

BlondeBrooke · ‎03-09-2010

I don't believe this to be true. That being said, love to shop at Publix

Quality meats, fruits and veggies. Love their BOGO sales.

vac · ‎05-18-2013

I have several Publix stores in my area and I have never seen one shut its doors. I find Kroger has better prices overall, but I go to Publix for fresh flowers. In my area, Publix continues to lower its flower prices to beat out Walmart and Kroger, so it's great for the customer!

Publix also has buy one, get one specials constantly, which is very nice when you want to stock up on something you use frequently.