I work close to this Rite Aid, so I'm in here quite a bit on my lunch break. Hey, when you only have a half hour, there's limited options in downtown Irwin! Everyone is aware of Rite Aid, so I'll just do a simple breakdown. It's not rocket science....
Pros: Store is usually pretty clean. Staff are super friendly. I'm in here a lot, and sometimes feel like Norm from Cheers. (An ego-booster, really.) Pharmacy service is fast. I'll drop off a Rx on my lunch break and not feel like waiting, figuring I will stop after work to pick it up. I should know better, because each and every time, I leave and get a text message within 5 minutes that my prescription is ready.
Cons: As I said, the staff are friendly and, since this is 'within walking distance' type of place, there are a lot of older folks who frequent it. That being said, I'm not the only Norm around. People will chat with the cashiers and sometimes it's hard to get in and out quickly. 30 minutes people....I only have 30 minutes!
Secondly, unless you have a Rite Aid card, forget it. Most items are overpriced, you can get most of the same products at Wal-Mart or Dollar General for the same price. However, if you have a card, you can get some good deals, like buy one, get one half off on cosmetics. Also, I've been known to bag three boxes of cereal for $8. read more