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Trader Joe's

3.8 (621 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Helen L.

I found the last piece of my puzzle. Okonomiyaki, japanese pancake. I went to 4th street, no. Geary st, no. Here, plenty. Did you know you want what you can't have? We'll the search is over. Maybe this is Memorial weekend and no one shops and everyone is out of town. We'll, Great opportunity. I bought the strawberry rhubarb and so glad I did. Such strawberry flavor. If you have a toaster oven and heat it back up, it would be like you just made it fresh. Why does food make us so satisfied? The Thai peanut satay sauce was speaking to me. "Buy me, I'll elevate your bite. " I also found Pork Belly, last package. It reminds me of roast pork.. I just need to pan fry it. Today was a success indeed. I did some damage but Happy Memorial's Day everyone.

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Jolens V.

The assortment of food here is very nice. The store was very busy there is a long for the pastel totes . Lots of people. The line was well managed. There were people trying to skip the line. Store is clean and very well organized. I will shop again here.

Gave away reusable bags on opening day xD
Megan J.

[This review is specifically for the new TJ's in Hayes Valley at 555 Fulton - the business listing was "unclaimed" so Yelp arbitrarily applies it to the 9th & Brannan location *sigh* items in my cart still apply to this location & the people who work this store are also fantastic] It's only day one, but shelves are stocked with every(!) product (including the Japanese soufflé cheesecakes that I've been searching for) and the employees are all smiles. I consider myself lucky to live within 1.5mi of SIX Trader Joe's, and with this new location, it's the closest yet AND I no longer need to walk through sketchy SoMa or climb up a hill. The items always in my basket: - Greek chickpeas - Aglio olio - Elote corn dippers (boyfriend devours) - Dutch griddle cakes - Moroccan mint tea - Almond/sunflower butter cups - Sour jelly beans I'll get produce if I plan to use within the next day, but try to stick to shelf stable stuff, and even then, keep an eye on expiry date. Ambience on opening morning was quite festive, honestly wayyyy too many people in business attire for a TJ's, quite the juxtaposition with the Crew's floral Hawaiian shirts... but welcome to SF, amiright? I don't expect to be let down by this new location, but if there's worthwhile updates as time & shopping here progresses, ill definitely inform *salute*

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Naomi Y.

If you're a pumpkin fan, you have to check out Trader Joe's harvest themed goodies! Ranges from Apple cider to pumpkin spice. I personally loved the pumpkin cheesecake, small pumpkin cones and the pretzels. I wasn't a huge fan of the pumpkin hummus. But I love trying out the different products! Next on my list is the pumpkin sticky cake since all of my friends are raving about it. Definitely check them out! Staff is super friendly and will be able to provide recommendations on the most popular items.

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Michael B.

This is a convenient Trader Joe's with a semi tough to find entrance. The entrance isn't on the street, it's inside the parking side hiddem from view. The store is a little smaller than others but pack a solid selection from snacks, to wine, to veggies. Prices are pretty reasonable and the staff is friendly.

Love this coffee so much (shhhh, hope GO gets the leftovers, it's so pricy)

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Service was okay and met my expectations. The staff were polite and things were explained clearly.

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The blaring Lynard Skynard while shopping experience is absolutely the worst. I'll be shopping elsewhere from here on out.

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Everything about TJ's is great. The prices and the workers. They are always so friendly and helpful

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Hello, great stock and lots of parking! I recommend coming here for quick stop with lots of parking.

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TJs is my main grocery store and this is one of my favorite locations, especially during the Covid-19 period.

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