SMP Pharmacy Northridge

Honestly I think majority of these people who complain in the reviews have never had to work in a…read moreplace like this with such demanding, cranky, sick, entitled people (and probably careless management). They treat me great! However I come in and leave my problems at the door haha so.. ANYWAYS!! ONE star missing simply due to the fact I called and used their automatic voice message to leave a voicemail to ask if they could send my prescription to another location bc I was stuck at the E.R. And wouldn't make it on time, they never got back to me like the automated message says they will but I just called again, said I was calling from a doctors office/provider, spoke to someone that way and got all the help I needed with no issues or attitude!! They even faxed it over FOR ME so they'd for sure have it ready once I leave the E.R.!!

They used to have an actual human being that would ask for your name and birth date when picking up…read morea prescription. They've since replaced those with a barely functional touch screen on which you have to enter all that information yourself. How many sick people have used that touchscreen before me? Do they even sanitize those things ever?

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CVS Pharmacy

2.4(118 reviews)

2.4 mi•Reseda

Went to the pharmacy today to pick up a prescription . There were some issues with my insurance and…read morecopay but the whole team came together and helped and saved the weekend . Been coming here for years and always have received quality service . Will not be changing pharmacies anytime soon.

Great value at CVS, especially through the rewards program and app, where points can translate into…read morereal savings & cash value. I truly appreciate that benefit. Special recognition to Pascale, Tom, and Hilary for their warm, friendly customer service. They deserve recognition and a pay raise for the positive experience they create. The store is clean, and I appreciate having an outlet available to charge my phone. The comfortable, home-like atmosphere is another great touch. One area for improvement is the restroom. It has been unavailable three times during my Wednesday visits, so I hope this can be resolved for greater customer convenience. Overall, a worthwhile place to shop with helpful staff and excellent savings opportunities. Thank you, and God bless.

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CVS Pharmacy

2.6(69 reviews)

0.4 mi•Northridge

Caleb is great in the pharmacy Goes out of his way to…read morebrighten days Caleb continue your education and run the world

This reviewer is for the pharmacy only. The staff should take people in the line who been waiting…read morethey let random people cut in front and take the medication before you. This is something they should work on a message to the manager.

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CVS Pharmacy

2.6(65 reviews)

2.3 mi•Winnetka

Compared to other locations , this one is preferred because it's not too crowded…read more Extremely nice people The pharmacist was available right away to my surprise

This deserves a one star-if could I would give zero star. I…read morewent inside the store with a friend to buy a travel size pack of Q-tips. After picking up the item I went to the snack aisle. While looking at the snack she asked me if I was going to buy for that I told her yes. After that we went to one more aisle and she was still staring at me and the Q-tip while being in the same aisle which made me feel more uncomfortable. After that we just decided to go head to the cashier check out. she followed us on the way to the check out while I was purchasing my Q-tips. She has the nerve to stare at me while I am paying for my item. After she saw me pay she proceeded to stand by the exit and give me a weird stare while I was leaving the store. To be clear she was not a security guard when I entered the store I saw her working at the cash register. I don't know why I was followed when shopping at this CVS pharmacy. As a Hispanic male I started to question myself if I was being treated like this because of my race or ethnicity. Because I didn't see her treat other customers like this. Anyways there is no reason to treat shoppers like this and make them feel like a thief while shopping. If you could stay away from this CVS pharmacy.

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CVS Pharmacy

3.7(11 reviews)

1.5 mi•Northridge

Been coming to this pharmacy for nearly a year now. Staff are always so kind and helpful. They've…read morehelped me pick up urgent meds last minute and always have everything ready on scheduled day. They always return calls as well, even when you're annoyingly directed to leave a voicemail (this voicemail option is a CVS issue as a company, not this location).

The pharmacy staff is great once I get through to them. CVS…read moreas a company - SUCKS! They send cryptic text messages and constantly blame my doctor and insurance for not filling my prescription. And, their AI voice assistance it the most annoying piece of crap technology ever.

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Walgreens

2.6(137 reviews)

3.5 mi•Tarzana

An employee named sheila Kelly helped me find a product and she went above and beyond her call of…read moreduty. She's a wonderful person and I'm so grateful that she was there to help me. My name is Leslie and I endorse this message Namaste

Please do not go to this Walgreens. It has been one of the worst customer service experiences I've…read morehad. The manager, Maribel, always seems to be in a bad mood, no matter what day it is. She often comes across with an attitude, slams items around, and makes customers feel like they're an inconvenience. Even simple products like Colgate toothpaste are locked up, and when you ask for assistance, she responds as if she doesn't want to help. The only positive experience I've had is with Leo, the cashier. He is always kind, patient, and respectful to customers. Another ongoing issue is that the store's machines frequently break down, and customers are made to feel like it's somehow their fault. The store also doesn't seem to have much in stock. I've noticed other customers complaining that no one comes when they ask for help, and when someone finally does, they often seem annoyed or upset about having to assist. Since many people in this neighborhood are elderly, it was especially upsetting to see them being treated this way. I hope management addresses these issues because every customer deserves to be treated with respect.

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Reliable Pharmacy

3.8(72 reviews)

0.2 mi•Reseda

Fred is the owner of this Drug Store but I first met him at the age of 20 when I was a grocery…read morechecker for Vons. The one thing people would say about him is you never have to wait longer than 10 minutes to get a prescription filled. So if I needed a prescription for antibiotics like when I caught pneumonia, mine was filled very quickly. Then after I got married and had children and they would get ear infections in daycare and pre school Fred is the one I would go to. Then he bought his own Reliable pharmacy and it still is the same. You never wait longer than 10 minutes. Fred is a Doctor of pharmacology which means he knows what every drug will do for you or to you. He gives out sage advice and talks to everyone as though he would talk and look out for his own family. He really cares about his patients! The name Reliable is a spot on name for this store because for every aspect done in this store, whether it be giving vaccines, or helping people to decide which vitamins to take or asking questions about a procedure they are thinking of having done or a drug to consider taking, he weighs it heavily with much thought and wisdom and gives you his answer. Also he will catch drug interactions and quickly call your Doctor up and say "I can't give them this drug because it will interact with what he or she is taking which in the ends keeps you safe. He's on top of it! His store is always clean and sanitary. They also sell nick nacks as well as jewelry and all holiday items. They have Brown Bag sandwiches which are really delicious and nutritious. Most hospitals buy these for their patients in case they get hungry in the middle of the night. They also sell baby items there, toys and ambulatory supplies as well as bandages and some His staff are amazing!!!! Mina has been with him for years and does a variety of right hand stuff for him. In other words she is competent, gone to school, got her degree and takes care of everything. I have seen her very , very busy and yet she just smiles, is kind and warm and makes her patients feel as though everything will be okay. If anything is wrong in the price for your drug or the prescription, she will catch it and correct it right away. Jay is another great employee! She is always smiling, and works hard. She is not ever idle. Her warmth and charm will light up a room and draw people in. This is my favorite pharmacy and I will be a forever patient.

Walked in here to kill some time before my quest appointment and they were rude, I bought something…read more& came back after my appointment to see if I could get my parking validated, they were still rude and said no lol. Rbf's all around and sarcastic when I was being kind and genuine . Never going again!!

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Target

2.8(273 reviews)

1.5 mi•Northridge

emily literally makes my drive up experience top tier. she's the nicest sweetest most genuine…read moreperson. i love when she. rings my order out she's def top 2 and not 2! she needs a promotion or something. CALLING ALL MANAGERS!!! EMILY IS AMAZING

Bought these items from Target Northridge for pick-up and was actually able to get them early…read moreonline. My kid is extremely happy we were able to get these so she can bring it to school, just to wake up the following day and see that all our orders were cancelled. While there are options where you can check other locations or maybe get them online, everywhere is sold out. Either they oversold OR they let their own employees/ employee family get dibs. Lesson learned, always just order via shipping. SMH, do better, target.

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CVS Pharmacy

2.0(238 reviews)

3.5 mi•Tarzana

Barok consistently goes above and beyond, and his positive attitude really stands out. CVS is lucky…read moreto have someone like him on their team. Every time I see him working, I know I'm going to receive great service. He truly deserves to be recognized as one of the best employees there! I'm also really glad to be a neighbor and have such an amazing CVS right next door. The employees are always friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Jade has also gone above and beyond every time I've interacted with her, and I really appreciate her excellent customer service as well. Honestly, the entire team has been great and consistently makes each visit a positive experience. It's not often you find a store with so many genuinely caring and hardworking employees. Thank you to Barok, Jade, and the rest of the CVS team for always making customers feel valued!

You've seen the neon that the Tarzana CVS pharmacy is open 24 hours?…read more Don't believe it. Consider it closed between 1 and 4:15 a.m. I've gone in twice around 1:40 a.m. and found the shutters closed. On the first occasion three or four people were waiting for 2:10 a.m., when a sign says someone will be back. My visit wasn't urgent, but I wonder if some of those people were coming from ER. Supposedly, I learned on my second visit (thinking the first closure was an aberration), the pharmacy closes from around 1 to 2:30, reopens for a half-hour, then closes again from 3 to 4 for computer update. Supposedly they reopen at 4, but I remember a time when it was closer to 4:15 before my shuttle-banging got them to open. (I repented my annoyance when I talked with the attendant.) I don't know how they rationalize such dismal service -- if the 1 a.m. closing is for lunch, why can't they have lunch at 3 when they're forced to close for computer update? -- but I do know my current impulse is to seek another pharmacy, even if it forces me to venture out on hot days to get in long air-conditioned lines. PS: I suppose some attendants will say "I'll starve if I have to wait until 3," but I've learned that even a cup of water or a quick nibble of something will appease the hunger. The delay, for me, makes lunch all the better.

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Walgreens

2.3(93 reviews)

2.8 mi•Winnetka

This Walgreens is my favorite location. The staff is mostly male, with one female employee I…read morebelieve is named Roxanne. Everyone here is friendly, patient, and always willing to help. As a couponer, I really appreciate how accommodating they are. They never make me feel rushed, and they even let me know when items I'm looking for will be restocked so I don't waste a trip, my time, or my gas. Even though this store is a little farther from me, it's absolutely worth the drive. I'd much rather shop here than at the Walgreens in Topanga because the customer service is consistently outstanding.

Great place to go if you want a taco or to shop at the sidewalk swap meet. Other than that, not so…read moremuch...

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Buttercup P.

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3

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13 years ago

Very disorganized establishment. Pharmacist kept changing the price of our meds. Then sold us expired meds! The clerks were very unfriendly on top of that. Another person had rated this place poorly because they left important meds at their doorsteps without USPS signature or tracking! If you have to get meds here, BE VERY CAREFUL AND WEARY! Plus parking there is limited and you might have to park at the paid parking! YIKES! read more

Iris G.

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10

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8 years ago

I ordered very expensive medication from them that was not covered by my insurance and ask for them to be delivered. I personally asked them if you had to sign for the package and they said yes! I took the day off! The delivery man came and just left $1700 worth of meds on my porch with out even knocking! I can't believe they didn't require for me to sign! What if someone stole it! read more

Vids N.

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1

0

12 years ago

Very disappointed with service. They messed up my orders multiple times, not delivering the medicines when i needed then and always missing out on small things like needles and sharps container. When i asked about some needles not being sent, i was looked as as if i was stealing the needles for my personal benefit. Very unprofessional staff and owner. read more

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