Welcome to North Arlington's suburban grocery facility. I have few complaints -- it's organized, clean, reasonable, and great with customer service. Customer service here is exceptional as there are hassle-free returns and exchanges. (The Safeway across the street has a lot to learn in this department!) Especially notable are the employees at the sandwich/wrap counter downstairs -- they always do a great job, Jennifer the floral manager upstairs, and two checkers Michele F. and Kara who are very friendly and helpful. Some of the reviewers on here say HT prices aren't cheap. Yes, however, if you watch the sale ads and use coupons and your Harris Teeter VIC card, you can get some pretty good deals. Making a shopping list, planning in advance, and never buying on impulse helped me to cut back on my spending. Sign up for a VIC card here: https://www.harristeeter.com/promotions/vic_programs/vic_application/vic_card_application.aspx Sign up for the e-newsletter (additional savings for cardholders) here: https://www.harristeeter.com/promotions/e-vic/e-vic_application.aspx
Like many other reviewers here, the only gripe I have about this HT is the parking lot & crowded conditions at certain times of the day. Between 5 and 7 in the evening, the place is a madhouse, comparable to pre-blizzard grocery store conditions on apocalypse eve. Simple solution: if you can, avoid the store during these hours. (Also, don't shop here before a snow storm!!! You'll see the rest of Arlington inside, and you're not welcome at this party.) The best time for shopping here is in the early morning. I've had no problems between 4am and 10am. You're sure to get the best stuff at early morning times because new shipments are stocked in the middle of the night. Going after dinner will get you less crowds, but grocery items have all been picked over. For example, it's impossible to get fresh looking produce after dinner. Also, for the record, I live in the area and shop at HT frequently during the week -- children I've seen in the store have always been riding in carts and/or are closely supervised by parents. The weekends may be a different story though. read more