Trader Joe's
Grocery Store, Supermarket, and Wine Store
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn
"This location gets a little crowded but the lines move very quickly!"(16 Tips)
"Best place for healthy food in the US"(10 Tips)
"greek yogurt pints"(4 Tips)
"dark chocolate caramel with black sea salt"(2 Tips)
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Gordon MeiMay 28, 2014Unlike the Union Square location, this one doesn't carry wine and spirits. Head over to the Brooklyn Wine Exchange next door.UpvoteDownvote
If you come in too late on a Monday evening you might have trouble finding what you need!UpvoteDownvote
Great prices, great selection and a fun place to shop.UpvoteDownvote
If you dog hummus, head on over towards the cheese section > look one section over > look far right and grab yourself some of the Mediterranean Hummus. It's delicious.
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Emily MNovember 17, 2013I've got a tip for parents of children old enough to run. Don't let them, this place is too crowded to have waist high kids darting around...keep them under wraps here pleaseUpvoteDownvote
Never come here during the weekend. It's crazy crowded with people from other neighborhoods, they even come with vans to load them up!UpvoteDownvote
Sarah F. ParsonsDecember 7, 2013It's like shopping in an up market Aldi's in Germany. Great Gingerbread Lebkuchen for 2.49$UpvoteDownvote
The best of everything, dirt cheap. Mini Peanut Butter Cups, Shumai, Buffalo Wings, and cheap soy milk. LOVE TJ's Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Jacqueline MaSeptember 9, 2015Sometimes it gets really busy but which Trader Joes doesn't? Their selections are better than the ones in Manhattan.UpvoteDownvote
11am is a good time. Morning crowd is rounding down and mid day staff are ramping upUpvoteDownvote
Long lines but the move fast! Get the White Cheddar Cheese Puffs and Honey Roasted Sesame Almonds. Addictive snacks throughout.UpvoteDownvote
Polish Bar Brooklyn Polish BarApril 17, 2014Just tell the check out clerk you need time to get your car, and thy will assist in brining the cart outside to you. 💗Upvote1Downvote- This is the Grand Central of groceries. Always crowded and long lines though
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Early morning is the best time to come. After that be ready to wait a bit. The new checkout system is so much better!!Upvote1Downvote
Trader Joe's organic split pea soup is one of the best I've tried...and least expensive. Go Trader Joe's!UpvoteDownvote
Always crazy but the staff is ultra friendly. Avoid evenings and weekends or be prepared to wait in long lines inside and outside the store.UpvoteDownvote
Go during the day during the week. More on the shelf and alot less of a crowdUpvoteDownvote
It's always crowded, and the produce isn't great, but the low prices make it worth a weekly visit for me.UpvoteDownvote
Their veggie burritos are addictive and coffee ice cream is good enough for this coffee ice cream lover.UpvoteDownvote
The lines here are always ridiculously long but don't be fooled! They move very fast.UpvoteDownvote
Be polite and courteous, it's always appreciated especially when it's crowded!Upvote2Downvote
It's not Whole Foods, but it's convenient. The line moves fast. You can't take the carts outside but an employee will help assist you with your groceries if you pull your car up within a block radius.UpvoteDownvote
Sundays are no longer the day to go. Go on a Tuesday or Wednesday only.UpvoteDownvote
Brian HoeftApril 9, 2012Fresh cauliflower and broccoli, pre-washed in a bag: high quality at a price that's pretty good.Upvote1Downvote
Allison M.October 4, 2012This used to be a bank. Look for the symbolic squirrels on the gate outside, guarding the plant growing from their "savings" (nuts).Upvote4Downvote
Come here in the mornings to avoid the crowds. Also, it's the best place to buy inexpensive flowers.UpvoteDownvote
Alex SilvaJuly 16, 2016Cashiers have a outstanding client services skills; meat and vegetables are tasty.UpvoteDownvote
Just one block from Soul Cycle and Barney's. Devil or angel on your shoulder?UpvoteDownvote
Early mornings are the best time to shop. No or very short lines.UpvoteDownvote
Danny TrejoNovember 15, 2016Don't let the line intimidate you from shopping here. It's very efficient.UpvoteDownvote
Angeln9nerOctober 17, 2014Get here before opening at 8am. There will already be a queue.UpvoteDownvote
Bring your own bag! You get a raffle ticket for a chance to win $20 off groceries! There's a winner everyday!UpvoteDownvote
Daniel BarnettDecember 9, 2014The line goes fast, its really not that bad. Just don't get the bread or the produce or the yogurt and you'll be fine.UpvoteDownvote
Super super crowded almost always- try going at like 9pm on weeknights (though shelves will be a bit barer.)UpvoteDownvote
Frank BanisiJuly 26, 2012Was the former headquarters of the Independence Savings Bank, known until 1975 as the South Brooklyn Savings Bank.UpvoteDownvote
Gourmet CherryApril 17, 2011Long lines at Trader Joes is a fact of life - so just come prepared with a fresh plainly on your Ipod because it will be a whileUpvoteDownvote
The line moves faster than you'd think.UpvoteDownvote
Go late at night like an hr before closing if u want to avoid linesUpvoteDownvote- It's less crowded during the workday, but there are fewer registers open so plan for more time in line.UpvoteDownvote
The cheddar rocket crackers are way better than "goldfish"UpvoteDownvote
Go as close to opening time to avoid the crowds (and children).UpvoteDownvote
Mr Rafael Dry Cleaning & Tailor shopNovember 6, 201315% off all your cleaning needs at Rafael cleaners a cross a street, 105 Court street .. 718 858 58 33UpvoteDownvote
Erin PettigrewMay 14, 2010Shop here for food in packages (canned things, boxed things, cartoned things, bagged things) then head over to Atlantic Fruit & Veg (one block away) for a cheaper, friendlier produce experience.Upvote7Downvote
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- Mon–Tue, Thu–Sat
- 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Wed, Sun
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
(718) 246-8460
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Anne-Cecile - 8.3
"Best and cheapest place for fruit and veggies in Brooklyn Heights/Cobble Hill"
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"Good selection of lots of reasonable priced bottles and a bunch of fun splurge ones as well."
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"Go early during the week, it's clean organized and there are plenty of SA to help and regs!"
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