Walgreens

So apparently, you can NOT purchase tobacco here even if you’re with family members who may look under 21. Although it clearly states in their policy handbook that this does NOT apply to minors with family members.
I’m all for preventing illegal sales to a minor but I’m 32 years old trying to purchase a pack of cigarettes and some NON alcoholic drinks. I go to this store at least once a week, to purchase the exact same thing. Never had a problem before.
What ticks me off more is, Tisha (shift leader) and Dexter (incoherent cashier) takes my ID to the back office. After Dexter returns I tell him it’s illegal to take my identification without my permission. I want it back. He argues with me that he returned my ID, after clearly seeing that he was wrong (again) he makes his way to Tish in the back office. After waiting for what felt like forever they still deny my purchase and return my ID with the most ignorant self righteous attitude ever. So riddle me this, what seems more suspicious, telling your little cousins they can’t come in the store with you in fear that they will deny selling you tobacco or going to your neighborhood store (routinely) to buy what you buy every week and allow your little cousins to pick out a drink and snack at the same time you purchase your weekly tobacco fix?
I’m sure this is what happens when you have a bunch of high school drop out running the store. Don’t expect high customer service here, maybe (sarcasm) just some embarrassment or feeling like a felon trying to indulge a minor in some illegal activities! #walgreenssuck

One person makes this place the best walgreens ever. His name is Egan. If you need anything go to him. His great attitude and incredible knowledge make me want to drive a bit extra to come to this walgreens. The other staff is super nice too.

I go here often. The staff have always been very professional. I know it can suck working at a drugstore but the people here have always been positive and I’ve never had a problem with this place. There is plenty of parking and they stock everything that I need.

I marched up to the cashier in the front and said the dreaded words,
«I need to speak to the manager!»
The manager came out with a look on his face thinking this was going to be another complainer. He did not even look relieved when I told him the pharmacy was superior to a lot of other pharmacies I’ve been to and a wonderful lady named Joanne made my experience there a 5-​star. He still looked shocked as I walked away. Probably thought I was nuts.
I normally would not frequent a Walgreens unless I am looking for telescoping back scratchers (none at this location, try the Ewa Beach store) but my doctor suggested I go to Walgreens to get my RX filled and I was not disappointed.
Manager, if you are reading this, Joanne deserves a raise.*
*disclaimer — I am in no way, shape or form related to Joanne. I don’t even know her last name, but she’s awesome.

I live close by, so I stop by often. :)
Sometimes they do have cheaper options compared to other places I’ve seen. Like I’ve seen a gallon of milk for sale here for 4.69, vs. $ 5/​gallon. I don’t need that much milk but just throwing it out there.
The cashiers have always been friendly.
However, one thing I have to say if you want to use the Western Union go to Foodland. They use the machines that are automated so it charges like $ 20 per transaction. So… yea. That’s pretty much it.
Oh and very spacious when it comes to parking.

There are times when you absolutely need something and don’t want to drive further to get it. Well, this is the place for that. I like that it’s not too crowded. It’s a small store, but packed with essentials. Staff are very nice. Cute magazine rack that actually has magazines that I read. Greeting card section suits my needs. Would not have expected to find a baptism card there.

they leave a message to call back
ive now been on hold for over 5 minutes…
hopeless

Prescriptions, snacks, toys for the kids, cell phone accessories, passport photos, and groceries all in one place. Who needs any other store? Courteous, helpful, cheerful staff. Private parking lot. Restroom is a share-​share at the rear mauka side near the Pharmacy. I gave this store a four star rating because their pharmacy opens at 10:00am. They apparently don’t have enough business to warrant an overnight pharmacist.

I usually pick up my prescription medications at Longs because they have more locations, many of which are closer to home than the nearest Walgreens. But Longs was out of stock on one of my meds this week, so Walgreens it was — and I was not disappointed! Not only did the pharmacy at the Nuuanu store have my meds in stock: The staff was also MUCH nicer than the pharmacy staff at Longs.
In fact, all the staff I encountered at the store were cheerful and helpful — totally not what I’m used to from dealing with Longs. And everything seemed to be well-​stocked — again, not my usual experience when dealing with the other company, which is now owned by CVS. I don’t understand how the two businesses can be so different!
My only complaints: The pharmacy is no longer 24 hours, as I found out when I showed up at 6:30 a.m. and had to wait ’til 7 to fill my prescription. There isn’t a store conveniently located in or near the Kaimuki area.
I’ll definitely be back to this particular location in the future.

Super convenient and everyone is friendly. The parking lot can be full sometimes after 5 pm. They always have clearance merchandise which I love, but most of all I love how nice the people at the pharmacy are. Every time we go there they are friendly and my prescription is done pretty quick! Nice selection of merchandise too.

Holy cap !!! Most times this store carries most stuff I need, when they have it… today is the starting of weekly sale… NOTHING on shelves that are supposed to be on sale !!! When asking clerk, they say no more… REALLY…kinda figured that out… and do you have more?.. can you bring more out from the back… hey where did the clerk go… NO CAN!!!
Now at register asking about sale items not in stock… low and behold, the clerk looks in back… PRESTO !!.they have one of the items. …as for the rest, come back next week… oh well, like Arnold sez… I’LL BE BACK!!!

I always go here and love their friendly staff! Fast checkout service and not so busy even on peak hours.

Low key. Clean. Got parking. Some sketchy characters but not as much as Pali Longs. It’s got what you need as long as you’re not so picky about it.

Love that they opened a Walgreens in this area!
It’s bright, clean, and open 24 hours. So.Awesome.
Besides having your normal drinks, snacks, toiletries, etc that drug stores have, they have a great selection of beauty products! yay!
Stopped in to get me some «drug store makeup» after watching youtube videos. HAHA, yeah, don’t judge me — we’ll see how good they actually are. They sell an array of NYX cosmetics which can be hard to find at other drug stores.
Also grabbed some Not Your Mothers Beach Babe Texturizing Sea Salt Spray. [Phew, that was a mouthful!] Kinda love this for $ 6.
Found that they have great deals, point incentives (towards coupons, $-off, etc!), and a July coupon book. Sign up for their rewards card. No need to carry with you, entering a phone number upon checkout suffices once you sign up!
I usually grab an icee (mmm love strawberry icees) on my way out!
They also have a RedBox video rental thang by the entrance/​exit.
Two thumbs up, Walgreens!

When I first heard that Walgreens was taking over, I was a little upset. Goodbye Nuuanu Kitchen (my family’s fave Chinese takeout place), Subway, Huckleberry Farm, etc. I vowed I would never go Walgreens. Well, as the saying goes, never say never.
One day, I decided I would check it out. It’s nothing really special. Walgreens is your typical drugstore. Most of the items actually cost less at Walmart. But unlike Longs Drugs and Walmart, Walgreens has Icee (3 flavors to choose from), hot cocoa, hot coffee, sandwiches, sushi, salads, etc.
The staff is friendly and there’s a decent amount of parking of available.

It is a normal drug store– really new and really shinny– Part of the problem Sear and other old stores have is that people do not like subconciously going into them any more because it is old and people tend to want new.
On the Talk page — people asked the question about mom and pop stores.
Hungry Lion was the best– now it is big box walgreens and radioshack moved over– so sad becuase — does the world really need another walgreens right there. I mean it is just on an off street near H1. Wouldn’t a better location have been more ideal– many people near by loved that Hungry Lion including myself–
Really walgreens I know you want a presence but upsetting locals, and unions and not offering more than say Longs it is really just a drug store.
They do have a nice store– and nice employees but just the same old stuff– it’s a drug store not a fashion show.

They don’t have their «No name» brand Dial soap anymore. Fitty cen. Per bar. How can I stay B. O. free, huh? They run out of products and say, «they don’t have room to stock.» How come? You hogged the whole complex out of restaurants, sushi joint, an organic grocer and health store.
They are so limited in brand name items and they need to start minding the customers when they ask for things. Over the months I have tried but my requests fall on deaf ears. Whatever happened to the question, «Did you find everything you needed?»
On the plus side, they have an assortment of good snacks, quickie cold sandwiches, a nice hot coffee/​latte machine and a Redbox. Those are the best things about this Walgreens.
That and the uku million parking stalls. There is a decent place to get haircuts, a Radio Shack for batteries and phones, but no really good eating place yet other than Subs. Waiting on that.
Since Walgreen’s chose to lose Huckleberry Farms, my go to place for organic food and Hungry Lion, my go to for late night dinners, they should have tried to replace those draws.
Walgreens has to learn that doing business in Hawaii means you let the mommies shop while the daddies sit down and grind with the keiki. Restaurants, please?

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This little shopping center has changed quite a bit over the years… anyone remember when The Hungry Lion used to be here? I miss it…
But this Walgreen’s location is awesome! Well-​stocked & if you’re a make-​up junkie like me, this will be one of your heavens. (If you’re looking for Wet n’ Wild or Jordana brand cosmetics – they are well-​stocked here!) ;) Drugstore brands galore & pretty reasonable too if your timing is right. Yes, sometimes products here are a tad pricey compared to Longs or other stores…
Don’t forget to sign up for a Walgreens card to rack up points & rewards!
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They just recently opened for about 2 months now. Everything is brand spankin freshly new. The whole inside of the store is bright and so clean. The service here is awesome, the greeters do a really nice job when greeting and assisting you as soon as you walk in.
Being a resident of the area since childhood, i was pretty surprised when i heard and found out that they were building a walgreens here. My first thought that went through my mind, it won’t work because of the limited space here for parking AND the traffic. But what do you know, to my surprise it’s working out pretty fine.

Big and clean and bright and open 24 hours! Yay! Came in for cold medicine and cough drops. Everything was easy to find and the cashier was quick and courteous. Will be back again when I need more meds!