The Container Store has been on my list for years, and I finally made the time to visit. I knew it was the kind of place you need time to really browse and also come prepared with a little extra moolah, since I've always heard it can be pricey. I visited about 1.5 to 2 hours before closing, which gave enough time to explore at a comfortable pace. There's a lot to see, and even after all that time, I know I still didn't cover everything. I'll definitely need to come back for a second and maybe even a third round. That said, I was surprised that none of the staff acknowledged or offered help, especially as I passed by them a few times. A simple "hello" or "let me know if you need anything" would've gone a long way. I also noticed some shelves were empty. Not sure if that's due to restocking, rearranging, or shipment delays. As for pricing, a lot of the items felt a bit out of my budget. I'd probably look elsewhere first to see if I could find similar things for less, just to save a few bucks. However, The Container Store is definitely a great place for inspiration. If you can't find exactly what you're looking for, you'll at least walk away with some solid organization ideas. I also liked the little knick-knacks near the registers.... fun to browse before getting in line. Overall, it's a cool spot to explore, especially if you're into home organization, but the customer service and pricing knocked it down a notch for me. read more

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To organize or not to organize? That is the question. The answer is Yes! This place makes my Virgo tendencies so happy. I love having a place for everything and everything in its place. I happened to stop in when they had a HUGE store wide sale. I bought some storage bins for my son's playroom as well as a can organizer for the fridge and a magnet for the dishwasher. The staff were friendly and helpful. They have such cool unique items here...cute pens, organizers for your office, etc. Will be back! read more

Stopped in for a tie rack and closet deodorizer. There were two options for a tie rack and a few options for the deodorizer. Ended up purchasing both items. The lavender spray smelt fresh and potent. Hopefully it works well. Looking around, their shelves don't seem fully stocked. I would have purchased some Simple Human trash deodorizers, but they were out. Staff could work on their greeting and welcoming as my friend and I didn't get one and walked past the staff. They also noticed us searching for these items and didn't ask if we needed assistance. read more

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This is one if my favorite stores for organizing. I'm a fanatic and they have everything I need. They don't always have it for the price I want but if I'm gonna splurge it's for their product. The Home Edit line is perfection. Netflix got me and I love their bins for my pantry. I highly suggest you check out their wrapping section. They have some of the most unique pretty wrapping paper. There may not be a lot of it and it may be slightly more expensive but you won't have the same target gift bag when you walk into the baby shower or birthday party. Join the rewards you can usually get an additional 10% off vs not having it. I haven't figured it out when but just by signing up you get $10 off. read more

The Container Store - Home Organization Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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There is a container store near the mall, off of Frances. Parking can be challenging due to other stores and the ice skating rink below. The store offers great prices and variety of containers to choose from. Hangers were purchased today. Watch out for pedestrians who use both sides of the parking lot, either coming back from the ice rink or from the strip mall behind the container store. read more

Love this place so much. Honestly can spend hours lost in this place. The employees are also very helpful. The only thing I am not a fan of is the parking situation. The lot is almost always full and the nearby ramp is difficult to navigate. I appreciate that it is all free parking. But it is just not my favorite. read more

A whole big store full of pleasing containers and organizational tools is something to celebrate for sure. Once in a while I'll notice that a situation in my house could probably be improved upon with the right purchase from The Container Store, and I always look forward to showing up for a not-too-brief visit. This place is full of containers, shelves, hooks, enough and stuff-keeping solutions to really fire up the imagination. The last couple of times I've gone in there (fall/winter 2020/2021), things at this hub of organizational ingenuity have honestly been kind of... disorganized. It seemed like they have had trouble keeping up with business, so there have been a lot of empty shelves and missing pieces of information. The last time I came in I wanted a monitor riser and a small shelf to hold a little speaker. I came away empty-handed; the shelf options I stumbled upon were not what I wanted, and the staff all seemed too busy to stop and help me out. Also, things are kind of expensive. That's because they are generally high-quality, but it's something to bear in mind. The two things I wanted most recently wound up coming from Amazon for probably half of what I'd have paid here. But they might not be as good! All the things I've gotten here over the years have had satisfactory effect for the long term, so I do expect to return next time I'm inspired to store stuff in better ways. read more

Wonderful display areas. You truly feel as if it's your space. Many colors in many options. Amazing gift section, I'll be back specifically around Christmas time to shop in that section. Staff are willing to help. Amazing website as well. Great visit. read more

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I always like coming to these places. It's like a baby IKEA. Found some good vertical storage pieces here. read more

The Container Store - Home Organization Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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Great all around, items are always well stocked and customer service is always above and beyond. I like that you can preorder for pick up which saves me time from shopping for items from aisle to aisle and making purchases I do not need. read more

Very impressive and a nice visit to gather ideas but I couldn't help thinking that I am able to purchase most items available here at fraction of the prices at Home Goods and at Target . So it's a pass for me.... read more

We just redid our laundry room but we weren't quite sure what we wanted for storage. LISA at the Edina Store was patient with us and we ended up with exactly what we wanted and needed! East to install, fun to organize! Thanks! read more

The Container Store - Elfa storage system - Home Organization Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Severely lacking in customer service, a lot of open shelves amd missing products. I stopped in today to look for a specific waste bin. The only one they had was in the shelf, and none in a box. Because this has mechanisms and a steel brush finish, I wanted one that hadn't been on display. When I inquired with the woman, unboxing and working in the area, she rudely looked up and around and curtly said "no, we just have the open box one." Like I was interrupting her work flow and wasn't important as a customer. Ok, then I'll order one online to ship to my house no big deal- I'll let her rudeness go as a sign that she's likely overworked and stressed. Head around the corner to leave still wondering if there's really one in the back and she's just too busy to go look since she didn't even offer to check inventory. Run into a lovely young woman who asked if I'd found what I needed and I explained I had but there wasn't a boxed version. She said "Oh- sometimes there is a discount on open box. Would you like me to check for you?" Sure- I'd consider it. I didn't know they offered this pricing adjustment. I stay just around the corner waiting and I hear her ask the same woman, and then what looks like a floor manager walk over. I literally hear the first woman in a curt voice saying "She's just trying to get a discount. I wouldn't give it to her. They are all open box." Hold up- first of all the open box discount wasn't even my idea. Then, you say this loud enough for a customer to hear as well as everyone shopping around me and you? Seriously?! I should have rounded the corner and said something right then and there, but it makes more of a statement to take my business elsewhere. Very apologetically the second woman comes back and explains that there are none that come in boxes because they all ship in brown boxes vs. sale boxes. I repeat that's fine I can order it to ship to my house. "Oh no- with the COVID it will take up to 7 weeks for it to ship to your house. If you order it from here and pick it up here it will come in 7-10 days." So... now you're still trying to keep the sale after the rudeness I just heard around the corner? No way. I won't be going back to this store, and won't be recommending it to any of my friends other than to mention how I was treated during this experience. Absolutely ridiculous. If you read through other reviews- the positive ones are all about how many great containers they have. The negative ones are all about how they lack customer service and basic manners. read more

Organizational dream store. A tad expensive, but not any more than if you got some things from other stores (eg. Bed Bath and Beyond). Location: Just off 100/France, easy access from all directions. Plus, bonus of plentiful parking and lots of other fun stuff around that could make for a super fun day out and about. Employees: Super nice and helpful without being pushy (eg. closet sales). Fast check-out, even with long lines and social distancing. Covid: Sanitizer and wipes available, and all employees were wearing masks (appropriately even!). Selection: Thanks to Covid, not a ton in stock, many items have to be ordered. The basics like water pitchers are definitely there, but if you are looking for a specific item, or need more than one or two, you may have to wait. There is still enough hanging out that you can have fun browsing and get a few things. read more

Everything you need to get and stay organized. You could probably (and I have) spend hours browsing around and you most certainly will find something that you (a) never knew existed and (b) just have to buy to fix some little organizing nuisance. People are super friendly inside and eager to help. At the holidays they even run frequent gift wrapping clinics in the store and sell some really nice and spendy wraps and bows. The only challenge is parking. read more

I have purchased Elfa closet products here before and have not had a problem. There are not many places to purchase a good quality DIY closet system, so we bought them at the container store. Not sure what's going on there now, but I purchased 6 baskets last week. The cashier asked me if I wanted an email receipt, so I gave her my email address and left. I never received the receipt, but did get 2 emails asking me to complete a survey. I brought 4 of the baskets back, and they could not find my receipt using the credit card that I had used. They wanted to give me store credit, but I said it was their mistake and I wanted a refund. They refunded me based on the sale price, (which is less than I paid), and I left. Today I checked my bank account and they only refunded me half of what they were supposed to. So far I'm out $26. Called the manager and she's going to look into it. Needless to say I won't be shopping here anymore. Except for Elfa closets, they don't have anything I can't get somewhere else. Can't believe the incompetence! Update - Jennifer the store manager was great. She found the receipt and refunded me the entire amount, so I actually came out ahead. She really stepped up to the plate and made things right. I didn't want to come out ahead but I thought that was kind. read more

I waited a long time to post this because I typically do not write negative reviews. I've been to this store twice and considered returning today to pickup a few items. Unfortunately my first visit was so awful I dread returning...yes dread. I spent 1k on items for a new home fall 2021. The staff weren't helpful with the exception of one lady who I honestly think felt sorry for the way I was treated. I had 3 carts full of items. The lady who checked me out was rude, said my carts were in the way of other shoppers and was condescending. She acted like I was an inconvenience vs customer. I purchase my containers at HomeGoods, Lowes, Home Depot or Amazon. read more

Need a container? Go to The Container Store! I have been here too many times in the last 4 months and have enjoyed getting all the right containers for spaces like the pantry, laundry room, fridge, etc. With everyone having the time and being home due to covid, the shelves are incredibly empty. You can make some orders online, but shipping can take up to a month. The staff isn't accommodating if you need something, so you're kind of on your own. The lines at checkout are insanely long; you'd think with all of the employees running around the store not being helpful could help check people out... Their pricing is a bit over the top compared to Target and Amazon, but they have more options and colors available. I will be back. read more

I had a designer from The Container Store come into my house to measure my space and design a simple closet. When this was done, I was given the final quote for the project - but naive me, I did not print it out or take a screenshot because I thought The Container Store was a reputable company. Now that the materials have been purchased and the installation has been completed, surprise! I was charged about a $100 more! To add insult to injury, when I log into my account now, my quote shows this new amount, not the original amount it showed before. So basically, they flat out scammed me. I should also mention that before the install, when I initially inquired about my project, they said it would be $50 for a designer to come to my house, measure, and design. But when I scheduled this visit a couple weeks later, it was a $100. I guess that should have been a red flag, huh. Lesson learned: if you are buying from this Container Store, get everything in writing. read more

This place is ok. I'm not the target market as I found walking around the place rather grueling and wildly over-priced. J thought there were more levels, I prayed to god there weren't and thankfully it's just one. It reminds me of an IKEA, meets Dollar Store items- with Crate and Barrel prices. Garage sale stickers for $7.50. Really? Either I'm that cheap or people don't mind spending that much for certain items. Luxury gift wrapping? To each their own. The staff is pretty helpful. I'd have to agree with the other reviewers on that observation. But really, I can find my own storage solutions and be innovated on my own. Some people take their storage really serious and that's ok. Both consumer and employees. I have to wonder what their team pow- wows sales huddles are like. "We need more clear bins on that end cap stat". There are a few items- that would be a maybe, but most of the stuff I could find elsewhere for a lot cheaper. Store is well organized (as it should be for being the container store). The little elfa displays are interesting enough. Parking is scarce on the surface flat lot, but there is enough in the ramp. read more

For some reason, I always anticipate the arrival of a new chain store in the Cities. Now, I don't particularly like chain stores, but I find them useful. While Im not a frequent shopper at Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, or Crate and Barrel, I'd much rather have them accessible than find myself drooling over their online catalogues. It's kind of like a security blanket...just knowing they are there if I need them is sometimes enough for me. The Container Store is one of those things for me. I've been into a few. I've never found them awe-inspiring or offering much more than a Storables (I do, however, feel more compelled to organize my life after leaving though). But I like having it here. Legitimizes us more. How sad is it that I feel the Twin Cities national legitimacy is somewhat based on the presence of national chains? Pretty pathetic, if you ask me. But, hey, this is my review. But what about the store itself? It's just fine. It offers a storage solution for every need, and you pay a pretty penny for this organization. I was there opening weekend, so I can't comment on the customer service or general vibe or the place since it was hectic. Now if we could get a CB2, I'd sleep easier. read more

The Container Store - Home Organization Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Great store, great products, but as far their closet systems go... 1) Don't expect them to get your order right the first time. Be ready to make that second, or third, trip back. 2) They're busy. And probably understaffed. Don't expect to be acknowledged as you're waiting for help. And when someone finally does see you, they'll add you to the queue. Then you wait again. 3) And if you're as lucky as me, they'll send you home with a defected item. (Pictured) I always find myself going back because I love their products. However, words cannot express my frustration for their errors. Nothing like terrible customer experience to deter someone from products they love. read more

The Container Store - Home Organization Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

This place is pretty neat. I stopped in looking for a storage solution and well I was pretty blown away. They had almost everything you could imagine and then some. The employees were extremely helpful and checked in with every so often (which was nice). The store was organized (if it wasn't, well that would just be ironic), they had models of everything set out on display, and booklets explaining the different setups (which you can take home for the indecisive; which lets be honest, is me). This place is probably heaven for the individual with OCD. If I am every needing a new storage solution again, I have found my place. read more

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Um... so it's a Container Store. If there's one thing I appreciate about this chain, it's their consistency at stores coast to coast. The staff is uber-friendly, super nice and super helpful. The store is well merchandised, beautiful and clean. I also appreciate that employees here really do actively participate in the practice of moving items up on the shelves when someone buys something (giving the appearance that the shelves are fully stocked and there aren't "holes" where missing merchandise should be). That's a minor thing but something that makes a difference and an impression on retail dorks like me. There's a name for that, but it escapes me right now... At any rate, it's a Container Store, so it sells almost every type of container you can imagine, obviously. Containers aren't cheap and they aren't here either. But I love the aesthetic of looking around. The potential of organization, right? It is true that parking here can really stink, but there is a parking deck and easy access down to the stores. And it's next to a Potbelly's. What more could you want? read more

The staff are always lovely and willing to help me find things. The store has been super busy ever since The Home Edit Get Organized show came out of Netflix but they have laid out arrows on the floor to direct shopping traffic, limit the amount of customers inside and are visibly working as hard as possible to keep up with orders and restock shelves. The store is always clean and neat in my opinion and shopping there has always been a great experience. read more

I didn't want to make an extra trip if they didn't have what I wanted so I called first. Super helpful lady told me they had exactly what I needed so I came in. The store is like candy to me. Stuff to organize your kitchen, your bedroom, your closet, for travel, it goes on and on and on. It's very bright, it's very well organized. They had what I needed at a fairly affordable prices. Everyone on the floor were very helpful, sweet, and polite. read more

IF YOU JUST MOVED FROM OUT OF STATE, DON'T SPEND YOUR $$$ HERE. Completely unaccommodating..."can't sell off the showroom floor was the answer from the store manager"....EVERYTHING in the store is off the showroom floor. Ridiculous. read more

The corporate website was unable to complete my order, and I was getting mighty frustrated because I recently moved and I am ready to get my organization on! Luckily Chris and Jamie were able to take the items in my online cart and make the contactless purchase I needed! So helpful and appreciated. Kudos to the safe operation they are running and their excellent customer service! read more

First-great Covid19 prep. Hand sanitizer available and wipes for carts. All employees wearing masks. Great sales. Staff was very helpful. Left with three large bags. Great experience. read more

I encountered some of the rudest employees of my life at the Container Store in Edina. Last month I bought about $500 worth of plastic storage containers there because I was moving. When I got home (30 minute drive) I began packing my things and then I noticed that half the boxes were missing half of the handles. I called them up and they said I could come back in and they'd give them to me. I drove back and encountered a prim looking blonde woman at the cash register. I told her my situation and that I had come for the extra handles and she said, "Oh yeah, here they are," and unceremoniously handed me the bag of handles without acknowledging their responsibility for inconveniencing me. Because I was shocked by this rudeness, I paused and looked at her, and then she *yells at me*, "WHAT, IT'S NOT MY FAULT! DO YOU WANT TO SPEAK TO A MANAGER?!" I was terrified by this unexpected and profoundly inappropriate aggression, so I immediately walked away to seek out another employee who might bring peace to this tyrannical cashier's reign of terror. I found a female employee standing by a computer and said, "excuse me?" Without making eye contact she said in a curt tone, "I'm busy right now." But this situation had to be rectified. Drawing up my courage, I resolved that standing up for the fair treatment of customers was a greater gain than the risk of being spat on by the scary cashier, and I made my way back to the front to ask for the manager. She had changed her demeanor slightly. When I asked for her manager, she said, "I said I was sorry." And I said, "No you didn't, you said [quoted above statement], and you made me feel very uncomfortable." She then offered me a $20 coupon at the Container store for my trouble and apologized. I left the store afterwards. I regret not having insisted on speaking to the manager to make a complaint about this particular employee. Intimidating a customer is reprehensible behavior in any context, but it is particularly kafka-esque at the Container Store, the land of shiny plastic neuroses. On top of all this, I was already really stressed out and pressed for time because I was in the middle of moving, I had to carve out another 1.5 hrs of valuable packing time to endure this ordeal, AND they gave me a damaged product!!! Contain this, Container Store [flips them the bird]!! read more

The Container Store is basically like Disneyland for OCD's and Neat Freaks... well, okay maybe I'm not always both 365, but I sigh a breath of organized relief when walk into this store. Recently I purchased a new 3-drawer dresser and wanted to find some drawer separators -- you know the kind, separate my socks from other things. Typically I would have gone to a large retailer for this, but I figured the Container Store might have more selection; and besides I haven't been there for a while - - would be fun to check out! They have a whole section dedicated to drawer organizers... at all price-points. I found these small cedar planks, and around the corner walks a super friendly associate to help me find the perfection solution for me. (Nice!) And then....I saw the annual Elfa sale.... Before I knew it, I had set myself up w instructions on how to measure my home closets and set an appt to meet back to schedule the design of my "new" closets. So... apparently Elfa only goes on sale 2x a year - - and this was the best sale at 30% off. (For $60, you can have someone measure the walls for you.) Two visits same day... Elfa closet items purchased and installation next week -- I'm excited. Okay... so back to the store. Yes, you can literally/nearly get everything here to help get (more) organized. -Gift wrapping stations for your home -Kitchen organization things -Bathroom -Travel -Obviously closet items -Office -Containers for gifts... -Containers for knick-knacks -And a whole store-load of other stuff to just organize yourself and make things less complicated. Who WOULDN'T love that? read more

On my first visit to the Container Store, I held my expectations in check. After all, the hype can't be lived up to. After all, it's just containers. I had clear organization and storage needs that had to be solved. I could live with our makeshift solutions no more. So, list and measurements in hand, I hiked out to Edina to go to the Container Store. Parked up in the ramp, which is a waste. You can't get anywhere from there, so you have to walk back on onto the street to get in. Once I started buying large storage containers I saw the folly of parking up stairs. Once inside, I like the Container Store more than I expected. Everything was clearly labeled, especially the sizes, which are critical. There was enough selection for me to find what I needed and have some good options. I was intrigued enough to continue to browse after I found what I wanted and I could find my way around without a map (something that bothers me about other big boxes). There is too much plastic there, but other than that I had a pleasant time. I'll go back, knowing what to expect. read more

This store is okay don't get the rage about it no type of way. Like it cost a lot but tbh it's mostly just a place to buy...containers? The staff don't need to be nice but they aight too. read more

It's a Container Store, so you already know that a lot of things are going to be a bit pricier than you'd rather spend on them, but on the upside, you KNOW they'll have what you're looking for in regards to storage, organization, and containers. Friendly, helpful staff and decent sales from time to time. Only downside is the parking lot can get a bit maddening but that's about it! read more

Do you tend to buy stuff at Target that you totally didn't come to buy? Because if you're like me, when you shop at the Container Store you will find things that you didn't even know you need- and things you didn't even know existed! Tupperware? Check. *Vaccum Sealable* Tupperware? Check check. Tupperware shaped like a sandwich for your sandwich? Yup. 3-compartment Tupperware for your breakfast cereal, fruit, and milk? Yes, that exists!! I now own one of these, and a Tupperware shaped for half used onions. And my life is that much better. Kudos, Container Store. read more

Checking out is ridiculous. Give yourself 20 minutes to shop and two hours to check out. The line is to the back of the store and they just came through and said they have NOW opened all the registers! There is NO customer service. If I wasn't shopping for someone else, I'd be out of here! read more

I love the container store- it is really any A type personalities heaven- they have a container for everything! The staff is great at helping find things for you and also gives you ideas of how to be more organized - thanks! read more

Wow just wow! Waited in line for a good ten minutes (more like 15 minutes) on a Monday when the store was dead. I saw multiple associates standing around. The one cashier didn't even apologize for the wait. #retailisdying #thisiswhy read more

Damn the employees here are nice. Almost too nice. Like I half expected to find a hand in my pocket nice. I'm just not that enthralled with the Container Store anymore. When I was in my 20's and bought our first house, we went in all slack jawed at the possibility for organization and all the glass containers for my captain crunch. Alas, I'm older now, and didn't find what I really needed. Still a nice place. read more

I have always had a great experiences here. I recently did an online order-store pick up and it was great. Waited less than 10 minutes and they put everything in my car. The store is a bit overwhelming if you don't come in with a plan so I would recommend shopping online and picking up in store. read more