DISCLAIMER: THIS IS AN INDEPENDENT REVIEW. I HAVE NOT BEEN ASKED BY HARRIS TEETER (HT) TO PROVIDE THIS NOR COMPENSATED TO PROVIDE THIS REVIEW! SO LETS GO 'DAHHLINGS', I'M ABOUT TO SPILL ALL THE TEA ON HT!
Harris Teeter (HT) is a grocery chain located heavily on the east coast, especially in the south east portion of the US and headquartered outside of Charlotte, NC. While it's owned by Kroger as of 2014, it runs its operations separately and if you keep reading, you'll understand why. Kroger is experiencing plummeting sales, evidenced by their closing several stores this year (2018) and last while Harris Teeter is enjoying tremendous growth as it continues to expand in what is called, "high value communities." Yeah, that's just fancy talk for saying they are only interested in "neighborhoods where people earn lots of moolah and like to spend it at high end stores!"
Even so, I love Harris Teeter grocery stores. I haven't been to one yet that disappoints, including this one. HT always comes through. I can always count on finding most of my rare food faves and that means a great deal to me and my family. That includes foods like:
- A vast variety of cheeses over by the deli,
- Stunning desserts in the bakery cases,
- Newly released items on the shelves,
- Fabulous selections in the frozen aisles,
-Great sushi that can be ordered, pre-packaged or made in front of you
- Show-stopping hot food like ribs, pizza and chicken
- An amazing salad bar with all the salad fixings you could ask for
Yes, I could go on and on because all of that and more are right there for our purchase and enjoyment. Great service is probably their motto at HT! They are one of the few markets that will still carry your groceries ot to your vehicle and refuse your offer to to tip them! (EXPERT TIP: If I ask for help on a carry out to my car, I will still offer the employee a tip and even though they will not take it, I simply express my sincere thanks. That's just simple proper etiquette, so make sure you do that too. A simple "thank you" goes a long way so make sure you use it liberally in life with others.) Going to other chains, especially large discount ones headquartered in Arkansas, are such a chore especially when you have to fight other people for space in line. It's far too stressful! Why put yourself thru all of that when you can enjoy your shopping experience at HT. And guess what? If you're in a rush, you can download the HT app and simply place an "Express Lane" order for any and EVERYTHING you want in the store right from your computer, tablet or smart phone! For example, you can place your order in the morning and pick it up, without getting out of your car, on the way home from work. Whoa, mind blown, right!? But wait, it gets even better. You can try what I do weekly and just have your HT grocery order delivered via SHIPT! You just place an order via the SHIPT app (available in the app store along with the HT app) and your order can be delivered to your FRONT DOOR in under two hours (for a very small fee)! The green t- shirt uniformed shipt personal shopper will even carry the groceries inside to your kitchen if you need help. As a disabled person, that is a tremendous help to me. Now, tell me, who can beat that?
Now, let me tell you about the stores in more detail.
The bakery is amazing. Check out the desserts, breads, etc. as the items are always fresh and look like they are photoshopped bc they look so perfect. No kidding! The bakery team is always so helpful & accommodating. They will even try to help you with reasonable last minute requests like personalizing a cake or icing some cupcakes.
All of the other departments are equally amazing. From the butcher, the seafood counter to dry goods, the entire team is there to enhance your shopping experience. Look for different foods and give them a try! It is completely possible for a great grocery store to open your mind to new foods, cultures and products. As such, HT is just the kind of store that can do that.
Another piece of advice. Get yourself a "VIC Card," for their loyalty discount program. It will save you hundreds over the course of a year. You can use your VIC card in 3 ways, in the store in person and online on both the HT & SHIPT apps. Moreover, HT will accept competitor coupons and will double the face value for kidsy coupons too! Do you know how much money that will save you in a years time? Check out the link below for more info on savings at HT.
https://www.harristeeter.com/coupon-policy
So in closing, it's clear that I highly recommend you try Harris Teeter on for size and just enjoy the experience. You won't be disappointed!!
Btw, this is my favorite HT store in North Raleigh! read more