Don't forget to bring your quarter!
Being a fan of Trader Joe's, I'm always glad when I can find and shop at Joe's frugal little brother, Aldi. Like every Aldi I've ever been to, this particular location off of 23 is compact (read small), but packs a big punch. Unlike any of the much larger chain grocery stores, you won't wander down 27 different aisles looking for your groceries here. There is no coffee shop, no butcher, no bakery, but there is a large selection of items for a great price. I've never been a fan of their fruit or produce, but I enjoy their Fit and Active Brand, for everything from bread to soup. They have a great selection of cheese, meats, and drinks.
Going through the aisles, you'll find a lot of wine, "seasonal" items, gifts, toys, drinks and even some clothing items, but you won't find a lot of name brands. One way Aldi keeps prices so low is to use their own brand for many of their items. Another cost saver is by "charging" a quarter to get a cart, which ensures customers will return it, thus they don't have to hire individuals to collect carts in the parking lot. They also don't hire any baggers, so make sure to bring your reusables and work on your packing skills.
This location has a large parking lot relative to size, is always extremely clean and well-stocked and is relatively accessible from 23. read more