Top 15 Reasons Why Trader Joe's is Absolutely Wonderful:
1) You absolutely will NOT find more helpful, caring, or friendly staff anywhere in Rhode Island!
Plus, no crazy, noisy loud-speaker system. All you will hear is the staff members calling to each other, "Help on the way." or "Man overboard!"
Quite refreshing & non-intrusive.
2) They keep an immaculate, incredibly well organized store - Including a nice assortment of toiletries, supplements/vitamins, protein powders (even organic hemp) and several fine pet products too.
3) They've got the most delicious, naturally sweet, preservative-free coconut milk for only .99 a can. Great for those who are dairy-free.
Can be used straight or you can add it to an equal part of spring water, add stevia or honey, some cinnamon and you've a got a fantastic milk for your coffee or tea. To *die for* in smoothies too!
4) There is something for everyone: Vegans, vegetarians, some gluten-free items, and an incredible assortment of fresh & frozen cakes, pies and other specialty desserts only available at Trader Joe's.
5) You'll find a very big nut and dried fruit section...both raw, roasted, conventional and organic. The preservative-free organic Apricots are my Mom's favorite.
6) Oh,oh,oh the chocolates!!! Chocolate-covered-EVERYTHING - even sugar-free chocolate for those who are diabetic, at far lower prices than other stores.
7) I absolutely ADORE their check-out system: You know how other customers sometimes enjoy crowding you from behind when you are trying to get your stuff onto the conveyor belt, pay for, & then bag your things?
Well, at Trader Joe's, there is no *conveyor belt*! The cashier takes your things OUT of the carriage for you and you are actually allowed to pay for and bag your things in peace!
This system forces the normally *rude* people to stay out of the way until you are done. What a novelty! I don't know what their initial intention was in setting up this system, but it works.
8) You will ALWAYS find many lines open at once, even when it's super crowded, you will GET out FAST! Plus, it's conveniently located on RT. 2 in Warwick, so plenty of other shopping trips can be made to others stores if you wish.
Parking is fantastic also...I always find a spot, even when it's super crowded, since you can always just walk a shot ways.
9) The floral section is lovely, fresh, and very affordable, plus you can pick up a card for only .99 -- great in a pinch!
10) Coffee lovers will rejoice...stellar selection and some organic roasts too.
11) Finding what you need and getting out in a timely manner is actually possible here! Why? They've laid out this store to be quite shopper-friendly. They do not bombard the aisles with clutter and displays like many stores do. The aisles are actually for *customers* and the carriages...again, what a novelty!
12) I also love that they have just what you need without having SO much that you become overwhelmed making a decision...this adds much to the stress-free experience of shopping here.
13) Okay, this might sound silly, but they have a GREAT ventilation system in this store...the air is always fresh and actually rejuvenating...really!
14) If you ever are not feeling well, this is the place to go. If you need help getting your things to your car, they cannot wait to assist you. Such kindness goes a long way in making you feel better.
15) Lastly...you might not believe this, but I swear it's true:
One day, there was a cash register computer error that was taking quite some time to clear up. They were all so incredibly apologetic and I certainly didn't mind waiting, as things like this never happen here.
Well, the manager was so concerned over the inconvenience this was causing that he pulled out his OWN personal credit card and paid for about 55.00 worth of my things and sent me on my way...he insisted!
I paid him back as soon as I visited next and I know he did this because he realizes that I'm there all the time. Yet, WHERE else in RI would this ever happen??
Thanks again, kind Sir, if you are reading this. :) read more