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Trader Joe's

Trader Joe's

Grocery Store, Supermarket, and Wine Store
Center City West, Philadelphia
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8.9/10
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    Sezin A.
    "... english breakfast tea, mandarin orange chicken."(2 Tips)
    Stephen L.
    "Only one with a single line feeding two cashiers."(2 Tips)
    Campbell B.
    "This place gets crowded pretty easily."(4 Tips)
    Marianna H.
    "Free samples of food all the time too."(2 Tips)
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  • Aubree P.
    Aubree PhillipsOctober 14, 2016
    Possibly the healthiest and most unique grocery store I've ever been in. I hear you can even get French and European foods here, which I think is really cool. They have good prices and are very clean.
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  • Anastasia G.
    Anastasia GiorgiovaOctober 1, 2013
    Entrance & parking are in back. Get the truffle brownie mix & mix the TJ'S mini peanut butter cups in the batter before baking... You're welcome! & FYI: There is a shortage of almond butter in Philly!
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  • Stephanie M.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie MǎNovember 16, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Great customer service. TJ wants you to be satisfied with your purchases so if you are ever unhappy with a product you have purchased, you can bring it back for a refund.
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  • Daniel W.heart icon on user image
    Daniel WolfAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    🍋◻️🍋◻️🍋LEMON SQUARES 🍋◻️🍋◻️🍋. Also: mochi, jerky, dried mango, five seed almond bars (perfect for last minute breakfast), Asian stir fry vegetables, garlic naan, & quick-cook steel-cut oatmeal.
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  • Maddie L.heart icon on user image
    Maddie LippincottMarch 15, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Stupid busy but staff is still very friendly and helpful. This location is also large compared to other locations so you have a lot of delicious choices.
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    Upvoted Oct 10
  • Patrick W.heart icon on user image
    Patrick WardAugust 3, 2015
    Good grocery store. The line can get crazy but it moves quickly
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  • Jeffery C.heart icon on user image
    Jeffery CFebruary 5, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The fresh salsas are amazing! The line is always hella long, but it goes quickly as it has a "traffic director." I love any TJ and this location is no exception!
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    Upvoted Oct 10
  • Greg M.heart icon on user image
    Greg MaughanNovember 10, 2014
    Best place for groceries in Center City if you're on a budget. Go in the morning during the week for small crowds!
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  • Gary
    GaryApril 15, 2013
    Check out the new and improved Trader Joe's. They have incorporated the adjacent warehouse space into the store. Finally it looks like a grocery store!
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  • kia
    kiaMarch 5, 2015
    This Supermarket is always crowded, but the checkout line moves quickly! Good food and items here for great prices.
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  • Do Hee J.heart icon on user image
    Do Hee JeongNovember 4, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    If you're also from the west coast, be prepared for some culture shock: huge lines almost all the time in the afternoon and onwards.
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  • Terry W.
    Terry WilsonMay 31, 2013
    Just expanded and remodeled.Now with a single checkout lane! A shoutout to enthusiastic Mr. Hari who provided exceptional valet service at the checkout in addition to being efficient and knowledgable.
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  • Nicole G.
    Nicole GaddisMay 26, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Only my first time since they changed it, but: yes, the single line feeding to all the registers *does* move quickly. Don't let the length fool you.
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  • Gabriel E.heart icon on user image
    Gabriel EvansOctober 13, 2015
    Great sweets, and prepared foods. Don't be scared of the long line. It moves really fast.
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  • Mike M.
    Mike MyersAugust 25, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Fantastic shopping experience for a Philadelphia resident! Parking is in the back. Avoid shopping on Sundays. Go after 7pm!
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  • Brandon G.
    Brandon GibsonOctober 4, 2009
    Great prices, great selection. Virgil's Root Beer is wonderful and all the selection of Trader Joe's Cheese. Helpfull staff.
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  • Erin N.heart icon on user image
    Erin NissleyDecember 10, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Do not be fooled by the size of the line. It moves really quickly!
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  • Steph P.
    Steph ParkerAugust 14, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    If you're an earlybird, pulling yourself out of bed to grocery shop around 8am on a Sunday morning is much less stressful than during the week. It's my routine!
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  • Sezin A.heart icon on user image
    Sezin AlagozFebruary 27, 2012
    love their kalamata olive hummus, dried mangoes, old amsterdam cheese, english breakfast tea, mandarin orange chicken.
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  • Cathy H.heart icon on user image
    Cathy HenryAugust 29, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Friendly staff & efficient checkout process
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  • Campbell B.heart icon on user image
    Campbell BirdAugust 30, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    This place gets crowded pretty easily. Otherwise, it's exactly like a Trader Joe's.
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  • Shannon K.
    Shannon KennedyApril 16, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    They just expanded this store so the typical maneuvering through the overpopulation of shoppers may no longer be as necessary :-) Thank you, TJ's
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  • Chrissy N.heart icon on user image
    Chrissy NickelOctober 15, 2014
    Long lines, but quickly moving. Great in house salsa
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    Upvoted Oct 10
  • KitchenKonfidence.com
    KitchenKonfidence.comJanuary 22, 2011
    Great baking selection. If you are looking for recipe ideas, check out kitchenkonfidence.com for some yumzo cake and cookie recipes including these Cowboy Cookies.
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  • Cassie P.
    Cassie PMarch 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Try to come early! This is the only Trader Joes in Center City so be ready to play bumper cars.
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  • Angie K.heart icon on user image
    Angie KJuly 10, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Absolutely love that they made the place slightly bigger!! Made a HUGE difference!
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  • Gigi
    GigiJuly 3, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Caramelized onion dip is to die for! Don't leave without it!
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  • Stephen L.
    Stephen L.April 30, 2013
    When it's busy, check out in the "Parkway" lane next to the express lane. Only one with a single line feeding two cashiers.
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  • Sam F.
    Sam FFebruary 29, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Stand around eating the free samples & drinking coffee until they ask you to move on. So far my record is 6 samples.
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  • Norma R.heart icon on user image
    Norma RMay 2, 2013
    The expansion is a huge improvement. Lines still get long but at least you can shop without constantly bumping up against people.
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  • Ryan H.
    Ryan HudakFebruary 19, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Salt and Pepper potato chips are the best "plain" chips on the planet. Do yourself a favor and get a bag.
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  • Emma M.heart icon on user image
    Emma McTagueDecember 19, 2015
    The lines get insane during the evening. Go in the day
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  • Jonathan M.
    Jonathan MceuenMay 1, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    The new apple butter with honey is a great light alternative to syrup on pancakes and waffles and stuff!
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  • Chelsea B.
    Chelsea B.June 5, 2013
    Philly Crew- you're doing it right. Love from some of the California Crew! ❤✌
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  • CoCo_Cutieheart icon on user image
    CoCo_CutieAugust 6, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Wide bright isles..friendly staff
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  • Julie L.heart icon on user image
    Julie LoAugust 3, 2018
    Looking for hipsters? - you found the right place
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  • Anastasiya C.
    Why would you ever shop anywhere else? I spent $50 on better food than what I usually get for $150 at every other grocery store
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  • Chris R.heart icon on user image
    Chris RichardsSeptember 25, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    This place has mini-carts! They are necessary, though, because the place is always packed!
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  • KeKe S.heart icon on user image
    KeKe S.January 23, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The wine country chicken salad w/ cranberries & pecans is amazing!!!
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  • Bob B.heart icon on user image
    Bob BruhinSeptember 30, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    It's Trader Joe's. What more needs to be said?
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  • Christopher J.
    Christopher JennisonJanuary 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The 1st nonexpress line, 'Parkway,' is always short and has two cashiers. No one seems to realize it for some reason.
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  • Hexter
    HexterFebruary 26, 2010
    I second the Virgil's Root Beer tip. You can buy loosie's for less than a buck and the 4-pack is about $2 cheaper than whole foods!
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  • Roc M.heart icon on user image
    Roc MonJune 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Wonderfulness
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  • Christopher J.
    Christopher JennisonSeptember 30, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The customers here walk around completely oblivious.
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    Upvoted Oct 10
  • Amber D.
    Amber DOctober 31, 2009
    Been here 5+ times
    Monday and Tuesday are the most crowed days at Trader Joes Shop any other time for shorter lines.
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  • Tristan R.heart icon on user image
    Tristan RhodesideSeptember 21, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    TJ's has the best frozen meals ever
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  • Melissa W.
    Melissa WrightNovember 13, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Bring your own reusable bag and get a raffle ticket for a gift card.
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  • Clare D.heart icon on user image
    Clare DinApril 12, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Oh my God! Trader Joe's looks so nice now with the open space
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  • Chrissy C.
    Chrissy CanamucioApril 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    They're expanding! Construction right now but it wi be bigger soon
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  • Filly C.
    Filly ChatterJanuary 19, 2011
    Quality organic food at inexpensive prices. Hit 'More Info' to access more reviews and recommendations by university students. Read more
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