As a healthcare provider, I can say the service that the pharmacist, Jessica Vo, provided me was…read moreboth friendly and extremely professional. Although she knew I was in healthcare, she did not know that I have been a CMO for the US Military and a hiring authority for many different medical and healthcare positions throughout my career. If every pharmacist was a nice and professional as Jessica, patients would have much less to complain about visiting their local pharmacist. I hope the power to be at CVS sees this review. I believe Jessica has all the traits now to be promoted to the next position at CVS, whether that be regional pharmacist or area pharmacist. I can tell that the pharmacy techs enjoy working with her as well. There are too many pharmacists in the CVS stores that look like they are exhausted or are not really happy with their positions. I hope CVS will hire more pharmacists like Jessica and promote pharmacists with traits like Jessica! In addition, I have an Executive MBA with a specialization in Healthcare from a highly ranked UC institution and I hope Jessica never becomes a pharmacist who feels burnt out in healthcare!

Not all chain pharmacies are the same. Back when there were more mini and medium chains, even some…read moreof the big boys like Sav-on Drugs and Thrifty had some heart. I didn't realize it when I was a little kid fanboying on Sav-on and Thrifty (which we called "Thrifty's," for some reason); but Longs was another drugstore that, despite being a multi-state chain, felt like a mom-and-pop operation. This is a review of the CVS on West Whittier Boulevard in La Habra, but this CVS used to be a Longs, and despite the CVSification that it has undergone--and it's definitely not the same as it was--it has, somehow, managed to retain some of its old charms. It's on the bigger side for Southern California CVS locations. It has a large center aisle helpfully aligned with the front doors, so as you enter, everything health- and hygiene-related is to your left, and all the junk food and gifts and drinks and household items are on your right. The pharmacy is at the back (obviously). The people who work here are universally nice. I'm a frequenter of CVSes large and small, so I know a little bit about dealing with CVS employees who don't want to deal with me, and I've had bad experiences at every single store--every store except for this one. Granted, I've never used the pharmacy, so there's that. They have self checkout, but unlike almost every other CVS location with those job-killing devices, they don't try to force you to use them. This location is actually much farther than the one closest to my parents' house (that one's within a mile), but I always go out of my way to come here, because I'm so sick of dealing with the sad-sack attitudes and annoying pestering of the employees there. And I know it's not totally random and is based on what and how frequently you buy, but this CVS seems to offer the most valuable coupons on its mile-long receipts. If you come around Christmas, they have firewood right near the entrance, and you don't even have to bring it to the register; just tell one of the employees that you're taking firewood on your way out, and they'll ring it up. Plus it's really good firewood, or at least it has been every fall and winter since 2020. I'm still sad that Longs is gone--that all of them are gone--but there is some solace in the smiling faces at this Longs-turned-CVS.

The manager is verging on hateful and the rest of the staff acts like it's a burden when I request…read moreassistance. I searched the store looking for the feminine hygiene aisle for twenty minutes. Not one employee on the floor. I finally asked the pharmacist for help and she took me to the geriatric supplies, pointed and said "this is all we have." Diapers? really? How slow does a pharmacist have to be to think menstrual panty liners and diapers are the same thing. Also, there is a female employee who works in the early morning. This may sound extreme but she is overtly prejudiced. I'm 99% certain the five star reviews this store has received are fake. One star all the way around.

Picked up a prescription at 3 pm today and, when I got home, I opened the bag (with 200 staples in…read moreit) and the bottle cap came off! Was not screwed on properly. The pills spilled on floor. First time in 20+ years. Now their phone is not answering. And, there are generally too many people in line at drive-up. Warning: check your pill bottles when you pick them up....they may not be on tightly.

Awesome!!!! Dr Patel is the best. I use the glutathione spray for my sprays. The very best!!!…read moreRick Schuler

Central Drugs in La Habra provides outstanding service and truly cares about their customers. The…read morestaff is always friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to take the time to answer questions and help in any way they can. It's refreshing to visit a pharmacy where you feel welcomed and not rushed. They are efficient with prescriptions and very helpful when it comes to explaining medications or assisting with refills. The customer service here is far better than the big chain pharmacies. You can tell they genuinely value their community and their customers. I highly recommend Central Drugs to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and friendly neighborhood pharmacy.

Have had ongoing prescriptions filled here and they have always been fantastic. Always quick to…read morehelp resolve any issues that come up.

Im really upset. The cashier at the pharmacy window at the CVS store located at the whitwood mall…read morewas extremely rude to me. I had a couple of questions regarding my prescription and I need her to repeat herself because I have a hearing problem. She responded with "like I already said..." she was sarcastic demeaning and disrespectful in the whole 15 minutes I was at the window. As I drove off, purposefully not thanking her, she made sure to say loudly on her microphone, "You're welcome." That was it I parked and walked into the store and asked to speak with the pharmacist on duty and explained everything to her. I'm disgusted by the way I was treat by this CVS Employee. I highly suggest they take her away from the customer service window and make her work in the dark backroom where she cant interact with anyone.

Pro tip: When you purchase soda from CVS, you must return it to the same location you bought it…read morefrom. I know because I recently bought two six-packs of discounted diet soda from this CVS. The first one I drank tasted wrong, and I realized that all twelve bottles had expired in October 2025. I tried to return them to another CVS, but the manager there informed me that each CVS has its own vendor partnership, so I would have to return the remaining sodas where I bought them. Annoying. I did return them. But I forgot to mention that the day after I bought them, the credit card I used to buy them got hacked, so I had to block it. When I brought my sodas back, I informed the cashier that it would be impossible to credit the actual card I had used, and apparently, they don't offer cash back, so he had to load up a CVS debit card with a little bit more than $3--I told you they were discounted! As far as depressing CVSes go, this CVS is on the less depressing end of the spectrum, which means it's still plenty depressing, but not really, and definitely not comparatively. I'm fairly certain that the building it's in, which it shares with Trader Joe's and Burlington, used to be a gigantic Smith's supermarket, and even as the smallest of those three, this space feels too big for CVS. Both employees I have dealt with here have been very friendly and helpful. Now if they could only check the sell-by dates of their on-sale sodas.

This review alone goes out to Gabe. Last night my husband & I drove to multiple pharmacies & stores…read moretrying to look for liquid probiotics for our goddaughter. She has to start taking antibiotics for an infection & the doctor told us to give her probiotics. Only issue with that is that she's an extremely picky toddler that does not like yogurt or other probiotic foods & so she recommended these drops. Since she was complaining of her tummy hurting off on a hunt we went trying to find this. This pharmacy was our 5th stop & before going we called spoke to Gabe & we asked if this was in stock & not only was it in stock but Gabe actually pulled it for us & held it in the front for us, when we arrived not only was he friendly but he wished us well. Thank you Gabe for being an extraordinary sales associate & helping us by checking if this item was in stock & holding it for us. My husband & I don't play when it comes to our goddaughter & this act of service you did made our nights better. You helped ease our minds & the well wishes made me go home & tear up a little knowing there's still some good people in this world. You're amazing, thank you.

I've been coming to this Pharmacy for 30 years and since it changed ownership it has changed, first…read moreit was the staff, then the pharmacist and know they aren't open on Saturday. This place is going down hill. To bad, time for me to find another pharmacy.

We have been going here for years but a man named Daniel stood out so much to us! He is amazing and…read moresuch a sweetheart! Amazing service

I've had wonderful experiences using Bi-Rite. Josie is super helpful and nice. Very happy with…read moreservices here.

I went to ask some questions and see what I needed. I was helped by a nice lady named, Josie. She…read morehelped me find what I needed and the size that was best for me. Thank you for your help and asking my questions.

I was dying from a canker sore for a whole week and couldn't handle it anymore, so I came to Beach…read moreMedical Pharmacy to get that magical Albochil. I applied it a couple times and just like that, my pain went away and the canker sore is 80 percent gone! Saved my life. Thank you!!!

This is a small neighborhood pharmacy, but the prices are competitive with bigger chains, the…read morepharmacists are very knowledgeable and attentive, and service is very quick. Walk-in prescriptions are filled in minutes, and when your prescription expires they follow up with your doctor for immediate prescription renewal by fax. They also accept my crummy HMO insurance! The business is Korean owned, but everyone speaks English well. After a few visits they learned my name and family members, and have reminded me on occasion to refill my daughter's prescription when I forgot. I'm glad to support a local business like this, where I can get good service and good prices, without the hassles and long lines of a big chain store.

Came for my prescriptions for my health issues, and found Christmas chocolates for 50% off of…read morecourse I had to get some lol woo hoo score. They are so friendly here I love this store! Thank you always for your kindness, have a beautiful day :) Aloha

Great location and parking is easy. Easy to navigate what I…read morewas looking for. Staff at cashier was friendly to talk to.

MaryGuzzetta@yahoo.com POSTED YELP/Copy to NOTABLES…read moreThursday, 2/22/24 @ 6:12 AM District Leader Bahaa Fahim CVS Health, District 7 777 S. Harbor Blvd., Suite E163 La Habra, CA 90361 P (949) 377-5371/F (401) 404-6337 Bahaa.Fahim@CVSHealth.com ExecutiveOffice@cvshealth.com Dear District Leader Bahaa Fahim, Your name apropos means LIGHT; and sir, I salute the LIGHT within you! Your professional service to me, yesterday: empathy, respect, consideration truly went above and beyond! I published kudos 1/15/24 regarding Hawaiian Gardens. Then ran into a difficult problem; asked for HIGHER UP help. You immediately responded with assistance that truly, I promise, will have you/yours CONSTANT in my prayers. GOD BLESS YOU+++ MJG MaryGuzzetta@yahoo.com POSTED YELP Monday, January 15, 2024 https://www.cvs.com/shop ExecutiveOffice@cvshealth.com https://www.cvs.com/store-locator/hawaiian-gardens-ca-pharmacies/12221-carson-street-hawaiian-gardens-ca-90716/storeid=9589?WT.mc_id=LS_GOOGLE_FS_9589 12221 CARSON STREET (562) 468-7011 HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Saluting Pharmacists: Godwin, Michael, Norma, Maria, Laura And Executives Brian and Karen I am a patron of CVS - receive all my COVID shots at the Hawaiian Gardens pharmacy. Truly, Godwin and Michael, are empathetic 10+ professionals. I am impressed with staff assistance. Yesterday, I needed to contact: it hurts to talk on the phone as I am a survivor of 42 stab wounds - severe throat lacerations. I was astounded: an executive responded with help I needed. In an age where technology more and more replaces human contact, I can attest that it truly was wonderful to have a human empathetic response. God Bless You All.

The worst place to deliver I will never be back lumpers are…read moreslow ass shit Damn near 10 hrs to unload