(Shopped 10/24/23 TU @ 9:30am... a couple times before): I "targeted" the former Sport Chalet main store for some quick random household shopping!
I honestly couldn't say why it took me so long to finally visit Target's La Canada Flintridge location in my hometown backyard area. This particular storefront has been open for several years, and I've driven by it countless times, and I've even stopped by many times at the surrounding businesses. On these three recent visits, the occasions were strictly for household items with the exception of one of my favorite treats. This particular location was definitely of the neighborhood variety specific to the surrounding area. Would I continue to stay on target now that I've had a taste of it!?
PURCHASE
Mint Oreo + Chocolate Peanut Butter Oreo 1lb. Package ea. ($3.50 x2), Yogi Elderberry Lemon Balm Immune Stress Tea Bags 16ct. ($4.69), SoftSoap Antibacterial Fresh Citrus Refill Hand Soap 50floz Bottle ($6.29), Oxi Clean Stain Remover 21.5floz Bottle ($4.49): I came in for soap and stain remover, but somehow my beloved Oreos and tea brand also ended up in my shopping basket (ummm... these items were on sale) - dammit! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=GTbzyycmfNnvqUADpEM8CA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
OXO Softworks Customizable Silicone Sink Mats ($18.99 x2): Just as good as the previously-bought sink mat (see below), they were sold out of the cheaper one, so I was left with this option for another vacancy apartment. An inexpensive way to protect your investment! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=E7teFPI2n8C8dia-22s1YA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
OXO SoftWorks Sink Mats ($13.49 x2): These were finishing touches for a vacant apartment, these were great products to protect your kitchen sink from chips, dings, and scratches, We have to protect the investment! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=xRofA_2yG-UfeJUtu4nCmQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
SERVICE
With the exception of a friendly staff member named Satchel who showed me where the stain remover was on this particular visit, I used the self-checkout line each time and quickly completed my business - booyah!
PARKING (FREE)
Located in the La Canada Flintridge Town Center, although I parked along the tiny Town Center Dr. street that ran through the shopping center, there were plenty of free spots onsite and across the street at the structures - 'nuff said.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
A one-story building as were all the neighborhood locations, the inventory was limited to the essentials, less options to choose from, and products geared more towards the given community. Upon entering, you smelled the aroma from the in-store Starbucks as you walked past the checkout area into a central clothing department, homegoods were on the far left, electronics and toys toward the back along with the grocery portion, with cleaners, toiletries, and the like along the far right of the store. Minimal and tasteful decorations abound to promote certain brands/items. Minimal natural lighting came through the multiple front windows and doors while plenty of soul-sucking fluorescent electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were no TVs, but music played in the background.
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops.
OVERALL
La Canada Flintridge's Target location served its purpose on my three visits, and I would consider it again for a quick shopping trip. Obviously, it wasn't as robust as the standard locations which usually housed three stories of shopping experience. I liked how the store was never busy or crowded on my visits, and I was actually able to find what I specifically came in for. Generally speaking, all was fine with no issues to speak of. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $95.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS read more