I have been wanting to update my long overdue review for years now. But after the passing of my…read morefiancée, who was a consistent shopper at Grocery Outlet, and once an enthusiastic Yelp member, I kind of put my own Yelping on the back burner. But I still continue our loyal shopping endeavors, now on my own.
I find myself more dependent on this local Grocery Outlet even more than ever! They carry so many items that vary from day to day. This is not a place that I can count on carrying my favorite products to return to when I run out. Often times I buy something I really like, and then it is no longer in stock. As their interior banner says: "stock up now, because once it's gone, it's gone!"
However, on the bright side, I can almost always depend on certain staples that they make a point of being consistently available. Such as fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, snacks, baked goods, drinks, and even wine. Including self care products, supplements, cleaning supplies, household & gardening stuff, pet products, and even toys. I also find lots of frozen, canned, and prepackaged foods that are easy for me to heat and eat. I lack the enthusiasm or the energy to cook for myself. After all, my late fiancée loved to cook and was good at it. I guess I took advantage of that... But I still enjoy wandering up and down the aisles, usually finding new food items that look appetizing enough to try. It's not that often where I have been disappointed in making a purchase.
Grocery Outlet has an app that you can download on your cell phone and once you register, they will (if you choose), email you their specials and daily bargains. During check out, enter your phone number at the register, and they keep track of what you have saved after your shopping experience. They even enter you into their "Free Grocery Shopping for Life" drawings. I like to believe that I have saved money here compared to shopping at other grocery stores, which is often the case! I'm not saying that everything in stock is that cheap though! Just like browsing a flea market, you'll never know what goodies you may discover! I also appreciate that this Grocery Outlet is conveniently located near my home, they are open at 7:00 am daily, (so I can avoid the crowds), and they are also open 7 days a week until 9:00 pm!! I will continue to be a loyal fan!