Someone referred to this place as a ghetto Ross. Yes and no (some Ross's are pretty ghetto). But this would fall in with the ghetto ones, mainly because of the location and people.
First time at a dd's. I thought this location may be better (safer/less ghetto) than the Stockton blvd location. Can't say for sure, but this might just be on par.
I came here in search of some scrubs (hoping for cute ones that my coworkers show off). Unfortunately, I only found a liking for solid colored ones at this time. The prices for the ones I liked didn't seem too cheap though--about $10-$20 per piece. I don't think they were name brand either. I like having pockets, so I chose this decent looking cargo-pant-like scrub that was just under $10. After one wash, it fuzz-balled up like crazy. In my mind, that scrub bottom should've been worth $5 tops for a discounted price; $10 would seem more like the regular price.
During this trip, I had to use my life savings of one Benjamin Franklin. (This is the last piece of cash I have left). Seeing that this area and people here loitering about were sketchy, I tried to be discrete about having & using my life savings during this transaction. My attempts in being discrete failed because the cashier flashed my cash, as did the security guard: literally flashing it up to the windows near the entrance several times for a good 30 - 60 seconds to check if it's real. Really?! I think they make markers & UV lights for that. Also, it doesn't take that long to see the watermarks (or whatever they're called). My total was $30, so I had quite a bit of change.. And the cashier loudly counted out my change as she placed the bills on the elevated counter thing for everyone to hear & see.. -_- My concern after paying was "oh no, the people loitering outside the entrance windows &/or behind me in line are gonna jump me for my reduced life savings." So after I got my change, I ran to my car and drove off in one piece.
I'm sorry, I was not very pleased with the whole "announcing to everyone how much money I'll have on me." Then again, I can't expect the cashier to be like a bank teller who counts money discretely behind the counter.
I do suggest that they have a better method of checking valid cash instead of having the security guard flash it up to the entrance windows for the loiterers to see how much (I have) for a good minute. Almost makes it seem like the security guy was flaunting the money..
I don't think I've ever had my money (change) broadcasted like that, except maybe at a gas station.
Overall, I think this place is like any typical discount store, but a bit more ghetto. Not like the store can choose it's customers and type of people loitering about. This place is a bit more cleaner/organized than some discount stores. 1.5 stars for making me fear for my life by broadcasting my life-savings.
Tip: you should not bring your life savings to this area (unless you plan on using/losing it all). read more