Whole Foods Market

Everything is so over priced here. I just don’t get it. Even Byerlys and Lunds are less expensive for organic. Forget about buying herbs or supplements here. The exact same things can be found online for a third of the cost this place charges. I only shop here if I’m in desperate need of something, which is almost never. It just makes me mad to shop here.

Wonderful organic grocery. From the produce to the baked goods. Everything is amazing.

I used to work at a Whole Foods in Portland, so now when I go into a WFM I have super high standards.
I just moved to the Midwest in October and have been to all 6 WFM’s to scope out the scene. I think this is my favorite. The employees talk to me, they have everything I need.
The parking lot is decent sized. This is important because I always feel like I am going to get run over in WFM’s parking lots because people are crazy.
So go to this one.
You will not regret it!

This is one of my favorite Whole Foods I have ever been in! I love the layout! It’s not a huge store but big enough. It has everything the larger stores have but packed into a smaller better designed space! The Staff was super nice, the bathrooms were clean.
We picked up a salad, water, bag of Red Hot chips for a our drive home! I hope to come back to this store and actually do some more shopping at some point cause it was great!

This is the place to find a delicious, quick lunch without compromising on quality and having «real» food. I enjoy trying to figure out what they have that will fit my mood and fill my belly guiltlessly. This is also in my top three stores for organic food. The thing one might not think about that you can find here is aspartame-​free gum and mints. So, WF is my sole source for these things. While many complain about the prices, I believe that food is something for which we must pay up front by getting them organic and sustainably produced. In other words, I’ve no problem with their prices. The one downside to this location is people not paying attention in the parking lot. So be careful when you visit.

When people call it «Whole Paycheck» the name is earned. The processed foods are becoming more of the store. The produce is shipped in from around the world meaning it is not fresh. Some of the fruits and veggies are small and second rate. The fish and meats are OK if you eat that. The Deli is good and expensive. This is not a health food grocery store as much as it is a novelty store with limited healthy foods

I love Whole Foods and have shopped routinely at them throughout the country and I have to say I’m disappointed. The prepared food section is dirty with food bits on the counter in the kitchen. The actual prepared food in the case looks ancient with a «skin» on chicken salad and the noodle dishes from not being stirred. Some of the staff are chewing gum with greasy hair. I’m used to immaculate stores and friendly service with knowledge people. Step it up ladies and gents! Gross.

Another quality Whole Foods Market located while on business travel. The bulk area is great, fresh pizza fantastic, and kale salad off the hook (Yes, I said off the hook!)
Give it a shot… If all else fails, grab some chocolate and cheese and have a great evening!

I was berated by a staff member for drinking diet soda and being a «meat eater».
I used to be pre-​diabetic and my doctor recommended a Ketogenic diet to manage my blood sugar. For this reason, my boyfriend and I do not eat sugar or carbs, and in doing so, the diagnosis has been completely reversed. Which is awesome.
A male employee asked if I needed help finding anything so I asked if they carried Diet Hansen’s soda, and I explained to him that it is similar to their product «Zevia» in that it uses non-​aspartame artificial sugar in order to make it 0 carbs.
He looked at me like I was garbage and exclaimed, «UGH! That’s definitely taking a toll on your digestive system, how can you drink that poison?!»… I didn’t know how to react. I was obviously embarrassed and I didn’t want to get into it, so I simply said it’s my boyfriend’s favorite, and told him we are on a Ketogenic diet, which in its simplest terms is similar to the Atkins diet.
Again, utter horror from this man.
«EWW that is horrible! I’m a vegetarian, I could NEVER do that to myself…»
Ok. Cool. I’m just trying to not be diabetic and get the soda that my boyfriend asked for. I eat mostly vegetarian as well, and if he had the decency to ask rather than verbally attack me, I would have been happy to share that there are plenty of delicious vegetarian Keto options; it’s not all cheeseburgers and grease. But even if it was, who is he to tell me how I should live? Like seriously, who talks like that to a customer?
EDIT:
Manager called and apologized for the employee’s behavior, offered me a gift card. I turned it down. He seemed sincerely sorry. Despite it all, I’ll still be taking my business elsewhere, I just don’t want to run into that guy again.

Store: decent
Parking situation: nightmare. Been here three times, by the 3^rd I was seeking an offpeak time and even then getting in and out of the parking lots in this are is an absolute nightmare complete with road raging soccer mommies in their monster SUV’s they can’t drive very well (or I guess driving over curbs and backing in and out of a parking spot 6x to get straight is standard for everyone?)
I fully believe the online shopping revolution started right here in Minnesota from frustrated peeps who used to shop in this very area. I also fully believe whomever designed the parking lots here is now flipping burgers somewhere.
I won’t be back here. I don’t need the stress that comes with it.

I really like Whole Foods. They have beautiful organic produce., Grass fed meats, great cheese selection and etc. That said I can’t afford to shop here. Oh I pop in whenever at Trader Joe’s to see what’s on sale and buy a pound of their Allegro Mocha Java coffee. Try it it’s’ delicious. There fresh squeezed O. J is delicious and well priced. Cheaper then Byerly’s. Anyway I have found great deals here. You just have to check them out from time to time.

«Whole paycheck,» yeah, yeah, ha, ha, but wait, there are deals here too!
Of all the Whole Foods in the metro, this is the one with the best bulk/​deli/​prepared foods/​bakery/​cheese selection.
The bulk section is a heavenly area to, not only, the nut and legume junkies but also the occasional baker. Where else can you buy a single tablespoon of ground nutmeg? The deli/​prepared foods are actually, seriously delicious. Pizza by the NY style slice is 2 for $ 6 daily. Every Thursday is build your own panini, baked sandwich, or wrap for $ 5. The bakery bakes up 2 pretzel loafs for $ 4 almost daily, and there’s a buy by weight pastry/​cookie display. Forcing control by buying a single cookie is still control, right? Many of the cheeses, imported, small farm, big names, any of them, go on sale randomly based on supply and farm’s relationship with Whole Foods. If you’re a cheese lover, you should be going here (or any Whole Foods) weekly for seriously good deals on fancy cheeses and become besties with the cheesemonger. He will school you.
My weekly stop at whole foods is really for kale. A bushel of organic purple kale on stem makes 4 salads. For how much kale I eat, I think organic and $ 2.50 is a good deal.

This Whole Foods is really nice — it’s clean, well-​organized, well-​staffed. It’s not a small Whole Foods, so the variety here is better than at some of the smaller stores. I especially enjoy the expanded bakery and salad/​deli areas. The layout takes a little getting used to, some of the aisles run one way and others run perpendicular to them. But once you figure it out, it’s not so bad. The other thing I appreciate about this store in particular is the parking lot. Unlike so many Whole Foods stores, there’s actually more parking than usual. That isn’t to say that on a super busy weekend day at noon, you still won’t have trouble. But at least there is more parking than your average store.

Checked out this Whole Foods recently and loved that there were staff in the produce section to answer questions and help taste fruits. Never buy fruit without tasting it first is my golden rule — I have been wrong numerous times, judging a fruit by its looks. Picked up some superb watermelon and peaches with help from a a produce staff.
The prepared foods section and salad bar in WF is an absolute favorite of mine. Whether you want to eat healthy or not, their offerings are sure to please you. You will end up spending less than you would at a restaurant and be able to pick from a wider variety of foods and cuisines. Compared to the WF near Lake Calhoun, they do not have the endless cheese sampling stations.
I was thrilled to pick up my complimentary tote bag — WF offers this after your first check-​in. Customer service is excellent!

This Whole Foods location is a vegan haven. I mean, Whole Foods is already vegan friendly, but this one is the gold standard. Like Rhonda G. said — this is what a Whole Foods should look like. (Take note St. Paul Whole Foods!)
You already know you can get all your healthy grocery staples and beautiful organic produce here, so I don’t need to tell you more about that.
What you do need to know is what an *excellent* salad bar and deli this location has. It’s literally my new favorite place to get a vegan lunch.
Salad bar items are colorful and varied, clearly marked, refreshed often, and the area is bright and tidy. Staff members behind the deli counter are friendly and happy to provide samples so you can try before you buy. If the salad bar and the deli counter don’t have what you’re craving, check the grab and go deli case for even more fresh options. And unlike the St. Paul Whole Foods, you can buy cups of coffee here.
No grocery shopping trip is complete without a treat. Check the bakery for $.99/​lb bite sized soft vegan cookies in a variety of flavors. They have sorbetto or vegan cheesecake from the Chicago Diner if you don’t fancy cookies.
The huge indoor and outdoor seating areas are perfect to spread out for a picnic. You’ll find the indoor seating area to be clean, eco-​friendly, and big enough for groups or large families. It’s always stocked with cups and water, utensils, a microwave, composting/​recycling area, a television with cooking shows on, and happy, nourished customers.

Great customer service… they really want you to be satisfied and happy!
The $ 6.99 rotisserie chicken deal is unbelievable!
Though, the seafood and grass-​fed beef price is ridiculous and totally reflects how the store is taking advantage of health conscious people lol but nevertheless food is delicious. then again it could be the placebo effect…
Sometimes I go in there for the samples… and then to look acceptable, I buy a carton of soup

The cheese selection and meat dept cannot be beat anywhere in the Twin Cities. My favorite products include their own line of bar soap (triple French milled soap, not the «cut your own» soap that is typically displayed), cottage cheese, milks, and fresh meat (love the huge selection of cheese but have not found a favorite as of yet). Only downside is the price, spend between $ 200 – 300 easily for what I need for a family of 5.

Oh Whole Foods, how do I love thee.
As one of their newest locations, this place is «the spot» for fresh produce. I can’t say enough about the amazing selection they have. Their bulk dry goods is also top notch.
Lots of parking, convenient location, $ 5 buck clucks on Friday!!!

Dear dear Minny, my home state. I rend my garment in despair. Alack! It’s not your fault that this WF is a big bummer… And keep in mind I’m only comparing you to other WF across the country… not your neighborhood groceries, which I’m sure you surpass in quality of product despite your prices and your CEOs wacky political leanings…
What bums me the bum out is the fact that you cannot purchase wine or beer at a grocery store in Minny. That means no cheap bottles of wine. No growlers of craft beer. Want some Summit to go with your whatever the F you are making tonight? Sorry, you have to make TWO trips. It makes it harder and harder to defend you, Minny, when you can’t repeal this Prohibition-​era laws. Time to go abuse some alcohol. Ta ta.
PS don’t you dare make me feel guilty about not having my TEN WHOLE FOODS ORGANIC PARTICULATE BAGS and having to bag with PAPER. I’m sorry, I’m on the road. I would pack that into my bag, but, you know, it costs a lot of carbon Sasquatch to load up my suitcase with worthless crap, no matter how many grams it weighs.

So. Many. Free samples! Which kind of make up for the damage done to my pocketbook every time I step in this store.
As is typical for Whole Foods, there is a huge selection of organic, local, gluten-​free, vegetarian, vegan, and (insert your favorite dietary restriction here). Aisles are laid out well, and it’s much more spacious than the St. Paul and Minneapolis-​Calhoun locations. Their salad and hot food bar is pretty expansive, and they also have a sandwich/​panini station and in-​house gelato bar, which is kind of cool. And if you want to eat your purchases before you leave, they have a large section with booths and stools as well as various condiments for your dining pleasure.
If you want to feel fancy while getting groceries (and enjoy a small meal of free samples), this is certainly the place to do it.