This was my first visit to Festival, but they had a very wide selection of products. The meat…read moreselection looks very good (we'll be back!) and Beth was very helpful during the checkout process and getting us signed up for a rewards card and explaining the benefits.

When I was new to the neighborhood, I was thrilled that there was a Festival Foods near me. I…read moreraised my kids near to the Festival Foods of White Bear Lake. I knew I would get fresh produce and beautiful flowers. One time I couldn't find salt, the guys in the meat department told me where to find the salt. All departments are willing to help all customers.

I had a really frustrating experience with an employee named Liam at Walmart. I forgot my card, so…read moreI was going to send money to my friend so he could pay for our items, but his phone had died. We went to customer service and asked if he could briefly use a charger so we could get his phone back on and pay. Liam told us no and wouldn't let us use one, even though other employees told us that using a charger at customer service was allowed. It honestly felt like Liam was being difficult for no reason. We weren't asking for anything unreasonable--we were literally trying to find a way to PAY for our items. A little understanding and basic customer service would have solved the whole situation in a few minutes. Instead, Liam made something simple unnecessarily frustrating. Definitely disappointed with how we were treated.

I have had wonderful experiences at this Walmart Location. Employees are knowledgeable and great,…read moreespecially Ann who works in customer service! I look forward to seeing her as she brightens people's day.

This has to be the best Linda & Byerlys in the twin cities area! It's so insanely big and honestly…read morethe deli section is always so good on deals. I have noticed between this location and Rosevilles this one does a better job at placing parchment paper in between your cheese slices so it's easier to grab when making a sandwich. The pastry section is always beautiful and I can't get over how stunning the tarts are. I've come in on some random days where they have sample going on and I tell you it is the BEST! I tend to buy almost everything they sample because it's so good. They had salsas, small sliders, apples with caramel and other stands. I think taking the approach that Costco does with sampling is a great thing for here. The place is always tidy and clean and staff are always very helpful.

More expensive than Hi Vee or Aldi's or Cub but amazing salad bar (only White Bear Lake location) &…read moreplenty of checkout lines. Hi-Vee better for meats

We always go to kowalski for quick meal plus groceries…read more The store was very well stocked and the food variety was pretty good. I believe the deli and food area has more options available during lunch hour than dinner hour, which make sense. At time there would be yummy samples. They also host events for us to try out new things. Take off one star was because some employee previously offer my kids with religious figures toys. It was very strange and they just randomly give the toy figures to our kids without asking parents consent. It hasn't happen for the past few visits and hopefully won't happen ever again.

Hark! Gather ye round, good gentles all, for I must needs recount a most wondrous encounter within…read morethe fair halls of Kowalski's Market. Upon a fine morn, I did venture forth with but a single purpose: to procure one grape--nay, not just any grape, but one most crisp and crunchy, like unto the first frost-kissed fruit of autumn's glory. Lost amidst the aisles of abundance, my spirit did begin to waver. Yet lo! There appeared a gallant youth, clad in the humble vestments of service--his name, as sung by the angels (or perhaps his nametag), was Zachary. With a smile bright as the morning sun and cheer as boundless as a spring meadow, this noble fellow did not mock my quest, strange though it was. Nay, he embraced it with mirth and honor, guiding me with great care through vineyard and produce till the chosen orb was found. Truly, Zachary is a steward of joy, a knight of customer service, and the grape--verily!--was as crunchy as mine heart did hope. Five stars, and may his smile never fade.

Smallish Cub with wildly overpriced items. Like many other Cubs, this one seems to have trouble…read morefinding good deli staff.

To Whom It May Concern,…read more I am submitting this correspondence as a formal complaint concerning the conduct of an employee at your store during my visit yesterday, 7/11/26 between 1:20 pm -- 1:30 pm. The treatment I received was unacceptable, inconsistent with reasonable customer service standards, and warrants immediate review by Cub Foods management! I approached the guest services counter for the lawful purpose of completing a purchase using United States coin currency, specifically quarters. At all times, I remained calm, respectful, and cooperative. Despite this, the employee refused to assist me. Rather than professionally explaining any store policy or attempting to resolve the situation, she made a dismissive remark, abruptly terminated the interaction, and walked away, leaving me standing at the counter without assistance! Equally troubling was the employee's demeanor. She displayed what I reasonably perceived to be open hostility, including an angry facial expression and narrowed eyes immediately before walking away. Her conduct conveyed contempt rather than professionalism and left me feeling humiliated and publicly disrespected. The employee represented herself as a manager. However, I observed that her name tag did not identify her as holding a managerial position. I request that Cub Foods determine whether she was, in fact, authorized to represent herself in that capacity. I am Latino, and I left this interaction with a genuine concern that I was treated differently because of my ethnicity. While I recognize that only a thorough investigation can determine the motivation for an employee's conduct, I cannot ignore the fact that I experienced treatment that was markedly discourteous, dismissive, and degrading. Every customer, regardless of race, ethnicity, or national origin, is entitled to equal treatment, dignity, and respect while conducting ordinary business. Accordingly, I request that Cub Foods promptly investigate this incident, including reviewing any available surveillance footage, identifying all employees involved, determining whether company policies or standards of conduct were violated, and taking whatever corrective action is appropriate. I also request a written response outlining the findings of your investigation and the measures implemented to ensure that customers are treated professionally and respectfully going forward. Organizations are ultimately judged not only by the policies they publish, but by the conduct they permit. I sincerely hope Cub Foods will treat this matter with the seriousness it deserves and demonstrate its commitment to providing all customers with fair, respectful, and professional service. I look forward to your timely response. Respectfully, Natalia Esperanza

Great, great clean store, amazing employees who recommend carrot cake. BUT.... Beware of the Trader…read moreJoe's Crunch Cinnamon Squares Cereal. This is NOTHING like Cinnamon Toast Crunch, more lunch Cardboard Tasteless Crunch... ha. Anyways, great store just stay clear of this tasteless hazard.

Trader Joe's is always a great to stop for groceries, snacks, to go meals, etc. They have a great…read moreselection of frozen food items for quick and easy meals throughout the week. One of my favorite items they have there is their organic elote corn chips. These chips are a must have if you're having a taco night. I still have yet to find a chip that's similar and or better than this one. Service there is always quick and easy as their cashiers are always quick, personable and so kind. They have several locations throughout the cities and their Shoreview location is a favorite of mine.

It's a grocery store but no discount unless you have the festival card. Not great service for…read morevisitors. I don't need another company asking for my information out there. Places need to stop the insanity of collecting customer information. Data integrity is a real thing.

Stopped in to pick up a few groceries the other day and found this place to be okay. Nice selection…read moreof quick to go foods. I picked up a half rack of already cooked ribs which I thought was very reasonable. The prices are decent, but a little higher than where I usually shop. They have items from Taste of Scandinavia bakery which is nice. Cookies, donuts, bread, biscuits. Customer service was friendly. They have a lot of lovely older people working there who are nice and outgoing. Nice option for some quick pick ups.

My first time in a Fresh Thyme store. I wasn't sure what to expect, but there was a nice mix of…read morename brand and smaller label items. I'll definitely be back when I am buying more stuff so that I can really experience the entire store.

Naval oranges were not fresh - buying single orange was all dried up inside…read more Clerk at counter not friendly - after purchase waved me off saying "There you go!" as a "Thank You". WTH! First time there - will not go back!

I haven't been to a Hy-Vee since college, but have heard nothing but great things from people. I…read moremust say, it has certainly changed since I was there during the college years. I've ordered a few things online, but the store itself was impressive. This Hy-vee had an enormous variety of options. Grocery, grab and go, pre-made food, cheeses, bakery, produce, healthy, deli- I could have spent hours there looking through their items. some pricces are great and some a little pricey, but that's anywhere. Starbucks Hibachi (nobody was there) Asian Pizza Chicken Rotiserrie and Fried Booths and tables to sit and grab lunch. Store is spacious, but the front end was roasting. Very hot with the sun beating in. Customer service left a lot to be desired. Cashier was just awkward, on his phone, said nothing and packed up my stuff and stood there. Didn't greet me, really didn't say much... Doesn't need to be a long conversation, but simple pleasantries may make it less awkward. Lots of great options for EVERYTHING. I will be back next time I'm in the area.

The online bakery pickup could improve. We came to pickup our bakery order but 4 different text…read moremessages came up. One guided us to a "kiosk" which in fact is an entire separate drive through area.'better directions could memorized and less text messages. We are happy with our bakery order for my nephews birthday but the pickup process was confusing and less efficient than anticipated/desired.

Always has the freshest meat and have always been able to tell the quality, very good and highly…read morerecommended. Many Bulk options aswell

Great selections, came in for sausage, this is the place, wide variety! Definitely recommended!read more