Trader Joe’s

Absolute best
I love it there!!!
One time I was crying because I was having a rough week and the manager was so kind and gave me a bouquet of flowers and told me he hopes I feel better and I instantly did because of his generosity
I love this Trader joes!

I’ve been coming here weekly for years. I am consistently impressed by the quality, freshness, and low price of the food, as well as the friendliness, eagerness to help, and over all knowledge of EVERYONE they hire. One of the guys who works there, Lance, is even a professionally trained chef. Every time I ask anyone there where something is, they stop what they’re doing and walk me over to it, or go in the back and get it for me. Every time I ask anyone there what they think of a product, they can give me first hand knowledge about it and how to make it, etc. They hire professionals who care about what they do and how their clients are treated! I’ve gone to Trader Joe’s in several states I’ve lived in and this one is my favorite.

Super nice staff. Good door and great prices for what you are getting. We use to go shopping at A and P and we spent $ 135 a week for food. We spend $ 85 at trader joes and get good that is better for you to eat. Go early in the am the shelves are fully stocked and no crowds.

I’m not going to review Trader Joe’s as a company because every store is going to carry different items, hire different staff, etc.
I will, however, review my experience at this specific TJ’s. My oh my! This Trader Joe’s has got to be one of the cleanest I have stepped foot into. Everything is in order, easy to find, and sanitary. The staff here are so friendly, and I didn’t encounter one bad egg! Everyone was super helpful and kind. Checkout was quick despite the little line that accumulated, which brings me to say that the staff here know what they’re doing and don’t waste their time or anyone else’s.
Pretty easy to find parking, despite a parking lot that seemingly looks 90% full. Lots of people coming in and out!
I would definitely check out this TJ’s rather than the Whole Foods a couple of miles away.

Being someone that used to stop by Stew Leonard’s once every couple weeks or so, I was a bit upset that it wouldn’t be much of a convenience anymore since I moved out of that area. I mean c’mon, their chocolate chip cookies and chocolate milk are pretty insane, can’t we all agree on that? Not to mention, now that it’s Fall, the apple cider doughnuts are just not fair. Not even one bit. But Trader Joe’s, or as I like to call it «Mini-​Stew Leonard’s,» has become my savior on most occasions when looking for fresh produce and decent prices.
The location is crucial since I live right up the hill, so if I we happen to run out of something food related, it’s not a deal breaker to travel to. And most of the time when we do end up shopping, we prefer Joe’s over Stop and Shop, just because the employees are super friendly. I will admit, as I do in most reviews for that plaza, parking is an absolute nightmare, but again, it’s just the plaza, not Joe’s.
Huge fan of their chicken breast and salmon since we’ve all been on a protein kick lately. I usually pop in here to pick up 2 – 3 packages, keeping one in the fridge and freezing the rest. Normally I wouldn’t buy so many from a place like Joe’s, but the pricing isn’t bad, so why not, right? Their produce is usually very fresh and decently priced, especially their bananas. Joe’s also has a pretty solid craft beer selection in case you don’t have enough energy to walk over to Warehouse Liquors (I’ve reviewed the past).
My only problem is that the store gets really busy sometimes and generally it doesn’t feel large enough to hold the customer base. I’ve had times where I would have to traverse to other aisles just to make my way to registers. But other than that, I’m still a fan of Joe’s.

Being someone that used to stop by Stew Leonard’s once every couple weeks or so, I was a bit upset that it wouldn’t be much of a convenience anymore since I moved out of that area. I mean c’mon, their chocolate chip cookies and chocolate milk is pretty insane, can’t we all agree on that? Not to mention, now that it’s Fall, the apple cider doughnuts are just not fair. Not even one bit. But Trader Joe’s, or as I like to call it «Mini-​Stew Leonard’s,» has become my savior on most occasions when looking for fresh produce and decent prices.
The location is crucial since I live right up the hill, so if I we happen to run out of something food related, it’s not a deal breaker to travel to. And most of the time when we do end up shopping, we prefer Joe’s over Stop and Shop, just because the employees are super friendly. I will admit, as I do in most reviews for that plaza, parking is an absolute nightmare, but again, it’s just the plaza, not Joe’s.
Huge fan of their chicken breast and salmon since we’ve all been on a protein kick lately. I usually pop in here to pick up 2 – 3 packages, keeping one in the fridge and freezing the rest. Normally I wouldn’t buy so many from a place like Joe’s, but the pricing isn’t bad, so why not, right? Their produce is usually very fresh and decently priced, especially their bananas. Joe’s also has a pretty solid craft beer selection in case you don’t have enough energy to walk over to Warehouse Liquors (I’ve reviewed the past).
My only problem is that the store gets really busy sometimes and generally it doesn’t feel large enough to hold the customer base. I’ve had times where I would have to traverse to other aisles just to make my way to registers. But other than that, I’m still a fan of Joe’s.

Here they have almost all the groceries you may need. The kids can go find the two monkeys and get a healthy prize for it. One time I needed to return something that went bad before the expiration date, they didn’t even ask for what went bad and gave me my money back. That never happened to me and now I want to more than ever go there and buy my food there

Great grocery store. We typically go for the fresh produce and other unique items that they carry. We are usually here three times a week (at a minimum) lol

I LOVE Trader joe’s!!! Going there is like being a kid in a candy store. The reduced guilt pita chips and the dark chocolate is amazing. Although Trader joe’s a bit on the pricey side it’s well worth it with organic foods and tasty frozen meals. Enough said trader joe’s is amazing.

If I were just rating this location and its staff, I would give it 5 stars. One of the nicest, most helpful stores I’ve every seen (and I include the other Trader Joe’s in that comparison.)
As to the products — good variety and outstanding prices for organic and often hard-​to-​find foods. Good produce, both organic and regular.
Dropping one star just for product labeling. Some of their foods are made out of the USA, but they don’t label the country of origin because the foods were processed or packaged here. I would like to know whether a food came from Asia or North America or whatever, thus the slight quibble.
Still, this is one of the nicest, cleanest, friendliest stores you’ll find in the area!

Worth the 45+ minute trip to get there! Have kids? Find the blue monkey for a free lollipop

First of all I don’t think I’ve been into a trader joes I didn’t like but this one is extra special! Coming from NJ most of the Trader Joes I go to don’t have beer but this one does :)

Ok, I’m giving this place 3 stars… Here’s why. First off, the prices are amazing. I can get everything I need for my big shop for just under or just over $ 100.
The parking for this place is atrocious. The parking spots for one or extremely tight. Being parked next to another car will sometimes be only a couple inches of space that separates making it difficult to get in and get out.
The traffic. The location of this store in my opinion is in the most chaotic areas of travel and rush hour traffic intersections around. Being that millplain Rd connects to 84 and route 6, most of the time to even get near trader joes you must wait in bumper to bumper traffic for long periods of time. Once you finally turn into the shopping complex it is a grid lock due to the outside traffic.
As mentioned before, the prices are great… Although some of the quality of foods you would expect are somewhat below average.

Hectic crowd but awesome staff and a great organic selection. Also a wonderful spot to get beautiful flowers for cheap.

Love it! Free samples everyday, usually including coffee. Great selection of foods and the staff have always been great.

Personally I’m not a huge trader joes fan. I find their food quality to be cheap for the price you pay. I do however love their floral department. I’ve gotten quite a few bouquets that have lasted longer than big box supermarket bouquets. I do also enjoy their little sample bar in the back if the store. Their frozen garlic naan is pretty yummy — would have never tried it had it not been for their sample. My daughter loves their Peach Juice and their Cherry Cider. Overall I come here if I’m passing by.

I love shopping here! Some times it can be a bit hectic but worth it. Every thing from their cards and flowers to organics are top notch.
Our two must buys are the frozen green beans and the tortilla chips!
We’ll be back soon!

I have many things I only buy at TJ’s and other things I will not.
I really enjoy shopping here because it is small and efficient, with lots of great products and good prices. Love the personal care products, soups, dairy products and frozen veggies.
BUT, I no longer buy fresh meat of chicken at any TJ’s because almost every time I have had to toss it out because it smells bad and I live 45 min away. Yes they offer a money back return, but who has time to make two round trips for a couple of packages of chicken. So warning– Check the dates and smell for freshness on the fresh meats and chicken

You know how some people pretend not to know you when you KNOW they know you, and they know that you know they know you? This will never happen to you at this TJ’s.
Going here actually feels cool, like you’re in a record store. I’m not even kidding. They take such awesome pride in their items, and because they’re always adding new stuff, you find something new and different very often. Seeing familiar staff is always a pleasure, they’re always helpful, positive and genuine, and don’t pretend like they don’t see you every week.
What I like: No GMO’s in TJ brand products, lots of organic veggies to choose from in season, new products regularly
What I don’t like: Whatever I don’t like about TJ’s on Mill Plain doesn’t even register on my grocery judging list. (for reference: stop and shop scores a negative 50 Billion on said list)
What I can live with: stock on some popular products runs low sometimes. This is clearly because their stuff is actually fresh and in demand.
Whole foods is cool, it’s got great interior design, and pretty clever layout tailored by the marketing department. But TJ’s feels like shopping at the corner store in the town you grew up in.

Some of the prices are high but now I see why people rave about this place. Decided it was time to experience it for myself & very glad I did. The peppers looked great, you could find deals & I saw products you can’t get other places. Most definitely will be coming back.

I hit up this store a couple of times a year since its about 40 miles from home. So worth the trip! Note that parking can be a problem. All those parking spots with «C» on it are for compact so don’t go parking your SUV there!
The usual high quality fruit and veggies and great cheeses. I buy plenty of their Tofurky Italian Sausage and Tofu when I’m there and also stock up on their organic No HFCS Ketchup. For a treat I pick up their Dark Chocolate with Toffee or Caramel bars before heading over to stock up on English Crumpets.
Don’t go here with the idea that you will have time to browse the isles. It’s the only TJ’s for miles around so its always busy.
P. S. No wine here.

I adore TJoes! I was always too intimated to shop here because of there rumored high prices… well let me just say that’s soooo not the case. Being 21 and receiving the normal 21 years olds pay check and, spending $ 100 on 2 bags of groceries isn’t exactly ideal! Tjoes has the best prices on what I like (cant speak for everything). They have my seaweed snacks (1 $) kettle corn (1 $) canned salmon (1 $+) These super yummy grilled chicken patties (3 $) lobster bisque (3+) common people! Beats the heck outta stop and shop and at least you know you getting quality food. On top of what your spending the staff have always been super friendly and helpful and the store is spotless.
CONS: Good luck finding reasonable parking
* The lines sometimes!!! So this is a «posh“county, and some of my fellow county mates are to damn «posh» to bag there on darn groceries… the registers only but so big!

For me, this Trader Joe’s competes for my business with the more recently opened one in Albany. That one is more convenient, but it comes with «parking lot hell.» I am more likely to come to this one for very specific things, such as wild-​caught seafood and Grade B maple syrup. New York State does not sell Grade B maple syrup; it is packaged as «Dark For Baking.»
I like the store’s renovation, but I wish they had more registers.
As far as prices, I would consider the price of their meats and produces competitive for the area. However, since I have the benefit of living closer to several Adams Fairacre Farms, I am much less likely to buy meats or produce here unless it is a specialty item. Everything else, especially their own brands, is reasonably priced, and if I’m here and need those items, I’ll definitely buy them here.

I will drive a long way to hit a TJ. Even vacation plans include a visit! Keep an insulated bag in the car every time I am in Jersey or CT juuuuust in case a detour shopping trip is possible.
Used to clean the floors at the Pacific Beach store in San Diego 100 years ago, I think the all-​nighters staring at their products left an impression.
Great products at great prices. I am always a sucker for their coffee, sweets, salsa and prepared foods. Where else can you find frozen arancini bites?
This location does not carry wine so no 2 Buck Chuck.
There is always something new to try!