Anyone who would rather shop at the QFC next door instead of this place, consider yourself my opp…read more Trader Joe's business strategy is having thousands curated items instead of a labyrinth of trash disguised as options. It's spotlessly clean, easy to navigate, and every aisle has something enticing. The staff is super friendly without being overbearing. There appears to be proper staffing, nobody seems stressed out or too busy to casually assist you. The checkout line is always packed, but the crew clears people through at lightning speed. Nobody is crawling around the floor covered in listeria. The fact that you're hear about safety recalls at Trader Joe's proves the company takes them seriously; otherwise, they would go unannounced. I've previously worked in the industry so I can assure you that many other places handle recalls quietly, you don't even know they're happening. It takes a lot to impress a pessimist like me, but this location has managed a perfect streak. Every visit, absolutely zero issues; they've genuinely earned my respect.

TRADER JOE's @ REDMOND…read more Parking can get pretty busy especially it being on a weekend. This Trader Joe's also shares a complex with other stores such as QFC. Walking in, the place is pretty small, compared to other Trader Joe's in Washington. The quality of the fresh items aren't the greatest, we were looking for strawberries that were organic, and they still had leaves in it and some looked like mold was formulating. Other food items however in the frozen aisles were good, they always have new items and I really enjoy how spacious the aisles are from one to another. The service itself wasn't the best. Every Trader Joe's i've been to people are ALWAYS asking about your day, how you are, or even the bare of smiling and being nice. The guy who checked us out had a straight face the entire time, literally no expression. I just felt like the staff here isn't as friendly as Bellevue or Kirkland's location. Overall, I wouldn't come back to this Trader Joe's ad my first choice, it was smaller than the other location, less quality on the products, and staff weren't friendly as other locations.

I've visited many times and it is always a disappointing experience. If you're looking to buy…read moreanything from the deli, forget it. Go to the Trader Joe's next door. The QFC sushi counter is decent-- no complaints there. But I can't eat sushi every single day, and this place practically forces me to and I hate them for it. To be fair, this location is staffed with the friendly customer service folks who are always helpful; they keep the store clean and are quick to assist. The shelves are stocked neatly, and the staff is really deserving of praise. They're nice and all, but I don't go there for the excellent customer service-- I heavily rely on their deli area for breakfast or lunch, it is reliably bad. QFC's pre-packaged sandwiches are poorly made, contain a single slice of thin meat and a partial piece of cheese on the cheapest bread ever created by man. It's actually insulting considering the price. I'm not going to ask their bustling skeleton crew to stop and make me an on-demand sandwich, I want to grab and go. For a while, I thought if I just avoided the sandwiches, I'd have a better time. Nope! Lately, their refrigerated cases have been freezing the salads (literal iceberg lettuce) to the point where it is just completely inedible. ffs, I give up. The rest of the store is a typical shopping experience. I'm sure it's fine if you're buying shelf stable items or food actually meant to be frozen... Just check the expiration dates. QFC is a trash-tier grocery store in general regardless of location, you're better off going to Safeway or anywhere else if you can help it.

The Bella Bottega location nearby is preferable to this location in just about every way. This…read morelocation is dimly lit and does not have the greatest selection, but it is closer to Downtown Redmond and within reasonable walking distance to the light rail station. It is also a few doors down from Trader Joe's, so you can shop at both on the same trip which I think is the best selling point.

This store is clean and brilliant and beautiful they even have a nice size meat section they even…read morehave eggs. The employees were nice and pleasant. Great veggie section, great looking fresh fish.clean store

QFC used to be a local grocery chain. Then Kroger ate them (this was many years ago). QFC got a…read morelittle worse. Then Safeway ate Albertsons and QFC got a lot worse. Now Kroger is trying to eat Safeway, and QFC jumping the gun by preemptively taking a nose dive. For years, people called this store "the new QFC" because it was newer and nicer and shinier (and, imo, better-smelling) than the one a couple blocks over. We didn't know how good we had it then! This particular location used to be clean, well-organized, well-stocked, and appropriately staffed. Variety and quality of foods (especially produce) seems to have taken a downturn. Now, pick 2 of those at any given time and you'll be lucky. Less pharmacy hours, never anyone at the customer service desk, a giant bay of tiny u scans with one harried employee trying to deal with everyone's coupons, misweighed items, and produce with no stickers. Locked cases popping up all over the store, but only one or two employees in the entire store who can open them. Worse yet, a lot of the stuff in the cases doesn't have pricetags, so you just have to guess - not great for what are ostensibly some of the most expensive items in the building. Don't bother asking that employee who unlocked the case for you; they probably already have a gaggle of other customers following them around like the pied Piper, waiting for them to unlock some other case on the opposite side of the store. To be exceptionally clear in case some corporate scrooge reads this: none of this is the employees' fault, they are doing the best they can, and this is all clearly the consequence of corporate cost-cutting measures. I'd give it 3.5 stars because it's not the *worst* QFC on the eastside (I'd put it solidly above the 50th percentile, which says a lot about the state of the brand), and it's definitely still better than "the old QFC", but it's a marked downturn from what it used to be in years past (even post Kroger merge)

SAFEWAY @ REDMOND…read more Parking is available in a large plaza shared with other stores and restaurants, and there's plenty of free parking. I was easily able to find a spot right in front of Safeway, and there is also handicap parking available. I had never been to this Safeway location in Redmond before since I usually go to the Kirkland or Bellevue locations. This one was huge. Walking in, there was a giant sign saying they were hiring, and the store itself felt very spacious with so many aisles and a wide variety of items to choose from. I definitely think this Safeway has a much larger selection compared to other locations. They even had organic green onions, which I want to point out because every single time I go to the Kirkland location, they never have them. I really loved how much more this store had to offer. They also have both self-checkout and regular checkout lanes, which is always convenient. My only downside, and the reason I'd knock off a star was that there were a lot of workers restocking items right in the middle of the aisles. It was around 1 PM, and there were boxes everywhere, especially in the frozen aisle, making it difficult for people to get through. Restocking like that feels more like a nighttime or after-hours task, so it was a bit frustrating navigating around everything. Overall though, I would definitely recommend stopping by this Safeway. It's spacious, well-stocked, and I really loved the variety and the small deals they had going on, especially in the fruit section.

Stopped by this Safeway on Redmond Way while I was in the area. It's in a busy shopping center, but…read morethere's plenty of parking. The store was clean and organized, with a public restroom toward the back. The meat selection felt smaller than other Safeway locations, and there weren't many employees around if you needed help. Overall, though, it was a quick and efficient shopping trip. Efficient: Yes First-Time Friendly: No Would I Return: Yes - JY Review

Combining a general merchandise store with a full-scale supermarket, Fred Meyer provides one-stop…read moreservice in the Pacific Northwest. We had the opportunity to stop into the Redmond location on a Tuesday night, and found everything we were looking for. Founded in 1922, Fred Meyer became a part of Kroger in 1998, and has provided the superstore concept for a lot longer than either Walmart (1988) or Target (1995). It's very large, with this location even having an upstairs marked as Apparel (though it was closed off...wondering if it closes after a certain hour). The bank inside is Chase, and there is a Starbucks outlet. It has both an indoor and outdoor garden center (with its own entrance and super bored cashier). Because it is owned by Kroger, the grocery section has all the sales and product that a Kroger or Ralphs would have. Even though it has a different mobile app than its siblings, it uses the same login for easier cross connectivity. There are quite a few digital coupons that save a significant amount of money, so it is definitely worth getting and using.

Was in Redmond this afternoon so we stopped in for some grocery shopping. This FM has a larger meat…read moresection than my local issaquah store. This store is well stocked with fruits and vegetables too. Parking here has never been a problem. And workers are cordial.

I had a situation where I accidentally left my bag outside while I was waiting for my Lyft. It had…read moremy wallet in perishables in the bag. I contacted them immediately in a panic . Amanda helped me locate my bag. Also went as far as they keep my perishables cold until I was able to come back to pick up my bag. Above and beyond customer service! Thank you Amanda!

Nice location with easy parking lot. I like this location as it feels a bit smaller and quieter…read morethan Bellevue making it easier to park and easier to navigate the grocery aisles. I usually only stop by for the beauty and health section along with refilling my water jugs with the alkaline water but I do really enjoy their seating area if you are sitting down for some sushi or hot food you just bought. They keep the tables clean. Noticed they do limit the checker lanes though so they seem to rely on the self checkout. Whole Foods is expensive so it's not my go to grocery store but for specific things I need, this location I can count on being a chill and nice experience.

This store is close to my home and there are a variety of shopping options and most of the time I…read morefind what I need or a very good alternative.

GROCERY OUTLET BARGAIN MARKET @ KIRKLAND…read more Parking is available right out front, and it's open to all customers. Grocery Outlet is also located in a plaza, so you're able to walk to many different spots either before or after you shop. I've always really enjoyed how large this Grocery Outlet is, the space is huge, and they carry everything from clothing and food to fresh items, small essentials, and even appliances you might need. The staff is very friendly, and the prices are great, especially if you're looking for something affordable and within your budget. Overall, I had a great experience here and would highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for low prices, good quality items, and a wide selection. They don't have self-checkout, so you do go through the aisles, but the staff makes the process super easy and welcoming.

SAFEWAY @ KIRKLAND…read more This used to be one of my favorite Safeway locations in Washington! It's spacious, has great produce, and items. It has however changed over the time, the staff don't seem friendly, I've walked in a couple times and just been fully glared at by staff in the front. Bathrooms are dirty and it's pretty sticky floors. There is also workers smoking on the side of Safeway outside right by the Handicap, no issue with smoking, but they are ALWAYS lingering around where customers are walking to the car. There is also homeless people always out front where you enter 124th street. Other than that, the selection is great, there is a Starbucks in the store as well, and the produce is fresh. I really enjoy the bakery items, they are delicious and the workers are always kind there!

Not sure why the rating is low for this store. I actually thought this location was great. This…read moreSafeway is larger with a better selection than other Eastside locations that I have visited. Parking is plentiful and easy. And the location is right on a busy stretch of NE 85th Street that is close to I-405. The customer service was great. I had mistakenly picked up the wrong box of berries that were not on sale and told the self-checkout clerk that I would run back to the produce area to grab the right ones. When I came back, the clerk offered to ring my groceries up herself. I really appreciate how she went above and beyond. Little gestures like this help to rebuild customer loyalty.

Overall, it was an okay experience. The food was good enough and the staff was friendly. There is…read moreroom for improvement, but I had no major complaints.

I joined PCC as a member in 2015 for their large selection of local vendors and plethora of healthy…read moreoptions! The membership has evolved a lot since joining. I appreciate the free membership item the most but regardless I'm happy I joined. I wish they had more locations. I think PCC would be very successful in Carnation, Redmond Ridge, or Duvall! I usually go to issaquah so I don't shop at this location often but I'm impressed by their deli setup and healthy options + baked goods/bakery selection. My personal favorites are the mighty'o donuts! And their vegan pies, vegan brownies, and vegan cookies! Staff are friendly. Market is easy to navigate and clean.

FYI: Pharmacy usually closes an hour earlier than the store. For example, tonight I got there…read more@7:10pm but the pharmacy was closed. But the store was scheduled to be open until 8pm; closing hour.

This is a great Bartell's store located in the Bridle Trails neighborhood. It has all the…read moreessentials and more. I visited this Bartell's while in the area and this being my first time at this location, it was easy to navigate. I came here to get some toiletries and signs were clearly displayed in the store, showing me which aisle I needed to get to. I was in the store in less than 10 minutes, making it an easy and efficient shopping experience. On an afternoon on a weekday there weren't many customers, so there was no line to check out. Parking is a breeze with plenty of parking spots in the shared lot of this business strip. I'm a fan of Bartell's. Unlike other neighborhood drug stores Bartell's actually feels like it's a part of your neighborhood with its local products. Gotta love the Seahawks swag, Theo and Seattle Chocolates products, and even Funko pops! I choose Bartell's over Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, etc...every time!