Marshalls just opened in the former TJ Maxx building across from its former location at 275 Needham Street. While nostalgia will always exist, the new store is better than the older! With a considerably larger building, selection is larger and each department is assigned more space. Checkout is not as cramped before either.
It's honestly an exact replica of the former TJ Maxx (same company) that used to reside in this location. I was so upset to see that store leave this location to relocate to a much smaller and more "average" location (the TJ Maxx that used to be here used to be the best one around since it was so spacious and had so much selection). Now, I can confidently say in comparison to other Marshalls locations (like the extremely run down one in Watertown!), this the flagship location.
Only comment in the negatives (minus one star) is that some of the staff have an extreme attitude. Specifically, Trish was extremely rude and clearly had an attitude. Life is too short, relax with the eye rolls and rude comments. Jenn and Kristina, on the other hand, were extremely friendly and helpful. I immensely appreciated their help.
While I hate to do it, since the quality of the store is so great, I'm also taking off an additional star since the checkout line was way too long. They don't have enough registers (only ten), and also don't have enough cashiers. Recently, on a Saturday night, there was a line of over thirty people. This is extremely frusturating, considering how many other Marshalls and TJ Maxx locations consistently don't have lines (such as Marshalls in Medfield).
Overall, I would highly suggest coming here and looking around this new gorgeous store for treasures. One thing that never fails about any of the stores in the TJX Companies is that you can always find hidden treasures! 3 stars. Hopefully I can upgrade to five, which I originally wanted to rate it once they can straighten out the checkout line situation and staff attitudes. read more