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Trader Joe's

4.3 (113 reviews)
ModerateGrocery
Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Elisa N.

TRADER JOES AT SDSU! This Trader Joe's got to be my favorite location, with all the nice and lovely workers, everyone is always available to help you with anything you need! The location itself is on campus, and the parking is free for an hour, as long as it is being scanned from the cashier. The ambiance is nice, it's clean, filled up, and majority of the time, not too many people at the store. I'd recommend to go through the week days, rather than the weekend to avoid traffic and parking. All the times and the food is fantastic, I'd recommend getting any of their bakery sections or frozen foods, it's always a must-have! Prices are not super bad, especially for what you get and the quality. Highly recommend stopping by this location! Took a photo of my two favorite items here that's a must!

Michael B.

Super surprised it wasn't busy at what I imagine is a time when most people go shopping. On a Saturday mid morning. This location has an adjacent parking lot which is clutch. You have to get your ticket validated by the workers after you check out of the store in order to avoid paying fees. There isn't a ton of spaces tho. The store is a few feet from the parking lot. Immediately as you enter there are flowers there for sale which is a nice way to enter. Right behind that the place opens up to produce. As you make your way around the store, youll be hard pressed to find a single item out of place. The workers were buzzing around - stocking, cleaning, organizing, and chatting away. They also had a stand and was giving away tasty treats. Usually I find myself going down the same aisle several times to find an item but I found everything super easy and quickly. I typically don't like going to TJ but this one deserves another trip.

Found a piece of wood inside my salad bowl. Disgusting! Will not be buying salad bowls or kits anymore

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Juliana C.

There are so many things to love (and a few to hate) about this location. Since they've opened up, this was the closet Trader Joe's to me, which I absolutely love! Traffic is a bit hectic around here and parking at times can be a bit maddening, but its the only Trader Joe's location in this area and I'm so happy it's here! Yes, there's a lot of college students here. (It's really nice when they go on break!) There's not much street parking. But there's a parking structure where you can park. I'm usually able to find parking on the first level, but can be tricky. Everyone wants to park on the first level. The machine says first 15 minutes is free, but if you're shopping at Trader Joe's parking it is 45 min free, but make sure you take in your parking ticket to get validated. During the height of the pandemic it was sheer insanity coming here. The lines were obscene, but it was honestly no different than any other Trader Joe's location. Good selection of everything you can find at the larger locations. Staff is always super friendly to help you find anything you're looking for. Come with a plan and leave happy!

John H.

Compact and well stocked for an urban environment. A convenient adjacent garage parking with free 45 minute allowance after validation of ticket. It looks like new even though they have been open for five years. I like the multi-generational staff. I approached several and all were helpful. I enjoy trying local beer, so one of the workers introduced me to a staff member to offer his recommendations.

Khamphone K.

Super clean Trader Joe's. Not much customers when you go in super early. They have parking next to the store and can validate your parking pass. They do occasionally run out of stuff I'm looking for. The cashiers are nice at check out. This location is smaller than other ones.

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Love Trader Joe's. Staff is always so helpful, courteous, great customer service. I just wish Claremont would get a Trader Joe's.

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Always super friendly crew!! And tasty faves bring us back!! Latest fave: Go Bananas!!

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Ask the Community - Trader Joe's

Does Trader Joe's have better produce then Walmart? I have been buying my groceries at Walmart for years but some one told me Trader Joe's has a good selection. Looking to shake things up a bit.

Yes! But definitely more $ than Walmart prices but when it's on sale it's not too bad. Worth it for the quality

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I've been going here forever and I've never stopped by the one near SDSU because I assumed it would be sorta chaotic.

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