Trader Joe's

Be extra careful. All of our packs of meat we bought today smelt like bad old eggs. Usually we have no problem, but when the first one ( $26 )smelt spoiled I checked all of them. Meatballs and avocado spread included. They all have that spoiled egg smell. It may be a one time fridge system problem. And the people there are kind every time we check out. When I called they were great and told me to take pictures of all the spoiled meat and to throw it away and come when I can to get a refund. Like I said this could be a one off time, but we live an hour away from them and we had only decided to shop there for their good quality meat. Now I’m not sure. I hate giving this review but it was sad because we have to return almost $200 worth of meat and I’m not looking forward to having to take my second day off from work to do the same shopping over again and get stuck in San Antonio traffic again. O well. I sincerely do hope they check the rest of the meat somehow before others waist their time too.

Bugs in my produce! I stopped at the store on my way home to buy a few things and when I went home to use the lettuce I found small bugs hidden within the leafs. I usually come here for a few groceries and produce but this has completely changed my mind it. Absolutely disgusting and unacceptable.

I love this trader Joe's! So much easier to park here. They always have new things to try and a beautiful selection of flowers and plants.

Great place to grab healthy snacks. My only complaint is they rotate things out so frequently that it seems like every time they have something new I love it's gone in a couple of months. Try it if it looks good or ask for a sample they often will let you sample.

First time at this location. Smaller store and parking can be rough, and exiting can be difficult. It's still a great store with wonderful finds inside. Always worth stopping in and exploring what they have. 7/6 back for another visit. Love this store and the employees are always friendly and helpful.

AWESOME CUSTOMER SERVICE, we went to Trader Joe’s to try out snack items for a charcuterie board for our wedding. The manager, Annalise gave us recommendations and showed us around the store to find items for a charcuterie board! She was so kind, 10 out of 10 will always come back again!

Came into town and took advantage of going to Trader Joe’s since I don’t have one where I live, I absolutely enjoyed going through every aisle! Very friendly staff, and so much organic and clean eating choices! And bonus was the free coloring pages, they have some for children and some for adults! Now here’s to hoping they open up in one my city!

I love this Trader Joe’s. The people are absolutely wonderful and always so helpful. This place has so many fun finds. I love trying the new things that they offer. Everything is always so fresh. Definitely make time to stop by and enjoy!

Found parking right out front, which was nice because it was so hot. I saw so many goodies while I was here. I ended up buying a few clusters, which is my favorite treat at the moment from them, and my go-to gummies. I love the pre-packed salads and the garlic cheese bread. They are so good. The staff were welcoming and friendly, and i got suggestions about new stuff and a taco salad recipe. Didn't take long to get checked out. I got another reusable bag because of all the delicious things I found. The prices were always reasonable, and the mango was delicious. Excellent service, and it was my first time here at this location

This is a weekly journey for me. I can remember when we didn't have any Trader Joe's in San Antonio. i would take my big suitcase when I traveled to Virginia and California so I could stock up on my favorite non perishables. It gets really busy on the weekends and around lunch on the weekdays. Some of my favorite finds include: - celery hearts, lemons, and avocados - a great variety of orchids - Italian olive oil - the grinders with garlic salt - Tri-tip steak that is marinated - coffee beans, including a rotation of hard to find varieties - frozen foods like potstickers, chicken nuggets, and cod filets - assorted nuts and the bagged kettle corn - water crackers

Love Trader Joes! They have the best artwork, music and service anywhere. The food choices are excellent and different from other places. We love the low acid coffee, toffee and many other things. The prices are great also!

There is a guy named GOZER that is a huge asset to Trader Joe's that I've ran into several times. He should be employee of the month. He is soo kind, knowledgeable, helpful and many things. He is a jewel. He is a great listener. He actually can turn a persons whole day around. He brings sunshine.. and this rare.

The customer service at Trader Joe's is far above par. Kevin helped me find the bone broth I needed and then helped me at the checkout. Check out the seasonal favorites and fresh flowers. They are always a huge hit!

My experience was at the Trader Joe's on Basse Road. I've shopped here for years and was just shocked at how horrible my recent experience was. I live out by SeaWorld so it's quite a trek to come all the way into Trader Joe's. I'm gluten intolerant so that's my primary focus. I was able to get gluten-free bagels. When I questioned the gluten lack of gluten-free cinnamon muffins, the young man/manager said, Well, it's Thursday, what did you expect? I guess he meant that I needed to come in earlier in the week to do my shopping. I then asked where a certain cake mix was, and he never left his spot, but told me the aisle to find it. On the second to the bottom shelf, there were some mixes pushed away back and I could not get to them so I walked back to the same guy and asked if he could help me. Instead of pulling out the two boxes pushed away back to the back of the shelf, he told me it's the same stuff that's right over here next to it. I then told him I wanted five boxes of that particular cake mix and could I order them and he said we don't do that. At that point, I put all of my groceries back and left. I was absolutely dumbfounded at his rudeness.

Great place and prices. Most items are inexpensive especially the Eggs. Wish we had one in New Braunfels.

I love it at this Trader Joe's !! Everyone is always so cheerful and so nice. I come here at least 2 times a week. I always used to think it was so expensive to shop here and I'm sure alot of others felt that way but for the product you get, it's really not. Definitely works on a budget. So on this day I decided to stock up on my favorites which include dumplings and goodies. I picked up my favorite ice cream and tiramisu. I've been wanting to try forever. I love when I go it's not to packed and again I love asking for recommendations. On this day it just also happened to be my birthday and the manager said for my birthday I would get free flowers. They are so beautiful. See you guys again next week. Appreciate everyone's help and that when you ask for help someone will always go out of their way.

The best grocer in San Antonio. I've been going to Trader Joe's (the quarry location) for over a decade and was admittedly sad that I wasn't going to be able to see the familiar faces that I've grown up with. But today, the stone oak location stole my heart. Kevin was so gracious and exceeded my expectations. TJ's always has the best variety of goods and the BEST PEOPLE. Also look a these little ranunculus and garden roses. So beautiful!

Holy church crowd..pun intended lol I had never seen a Trader Joe's so crowded, ever! It was Sunday afternoon and an employee said "Sunday after church shopping". Amazingly, despite the huge crowd the checkout line/service was so quick and efficient! Stopped in for some quick snacks! Definitely gotta give TJ's all the credit! Staff was on it!

Adore the flower selection. and the wine. Most importantly are the people who work here. I know managers stress customer service - of course they do, that 's the industry. But the manager demanding it doesn't make it so. A good manager inspires great customer service with out even asking for it. That is what I think happens in this store. or maybe they are great at customer service spite the manager... I dunno. But I love the expertise and service I get here.

One of the city's two Trader Joe's is here in Stone Oak; a practically guaranteed location given the neighborhood's infamous yuppie status. While it may lack the bells and whistles of other TJ's, it has everything else that folks would want: solid produce, quality organic options, and superior customer service. It's by no means the biggest store, but it's definitely clean and organized. Things are easy to find and inventory rarely seems to be an issue; I've been fortunate enough to all I need every time I'm here. Fans of the brand are sure to find their favorites, along with some interesting seasonal items. I also am fond of their flower section, which seems to change with every store visit. When in doubt, go on a weekday. The weekends are a bit of a zoo and given the tight parking lot, it can be a slight chore trying to find a spot near the store. Lastly, no location is better than the staff that manages it and this location has a pretty awesome group of employees taking care of it. Service is everything and for Trader Joe's, it's the cherry on top.

The store itself has the right idea and I love it. The prices are really reasonable and can be cheaper than the leading Texas grocery store. The eggs were the cheapest when egg prices spiked and they remain the same price. Also their beef birria is really good and I've heard plenty of other good things about their frozen meals. Cashiers are always friendly and fast. But the store is always packed and the parking lot is small and almost always crowded. Only downside. If you get their sparkling lemonade (pictured) you can't taste your tequila :)

I have always loved trader joe's but this last visit was not so great. The shopping part and all the products are wonderful but the staff member that was cashing me out was just going off about politics and her views. I don't care who you vote for that is your personal business and that is definitely not an appropriate conversation to have at check out with a complete random stranger. It was just awkward standing there and being lectured by some lady on her political views. Just stick to doing your job ma'am.

Great store! Great location! Just moved to SA & thrilled that there's a Trader Joe's close by. Store was clean & inviting, the staff was friendly!

This is a good health food store. The customer service is always welcoming and cheerful. The floral section is alway beautiful. Remember to bring your own bags or expect to pay for new bags.

I have been going to Trader Joe's for years, both here and wherever I lived that had one. Their variety in different kinds of food is great. You can find things from all over the world, but it is under their brand. Love trying new things and being able to stock up on family favorites. The staff is always friendly and treat everyone like a welcome guest. They have helped me find goodies on several times. They've also led me to some really good treats. I actually like shopping here. What's amazing is that their prices are consistent in every location. I was paying in California, on my last visit, what I pay here. Not many places will do that for you. For y'all Texans, it's ok to shop here as well as HEB. Y'all will just increase your choices a bit, you won't be accused of going 'coastal'. The store is easy to navigate and even us guys can find what we need. To add to its neighborhood market feel is the great variety of flowers . So, after you stop at your local sporting goods store or gun shop, grab some flowers here on your drive home. BTW, their house label brews are definitely something to try, if you're old enough, of course. And they're just as friendly in other states as they are in TX, so if you're in other realms, y'all can find a touch of friendly in a Trader Joe's.

First timer here ! This store is so cute ! I absolutely love the flower options they have very different! Many different food options I definitely to plan on going back to pick up and try. Prices very not to bad .Very busy, fast service. Cashiers are very friendly and helpful to get you out quick.

I love traders on the stone oak location and I went in today after around 1pm after work. It was a huge crowd! I was disappointed when I was leaving I was checking out at the lane closest to the door and as I was tapping my card and prompted where it taps, it didn't go through at first and the cashier said " that's why we have an arrow pointing where to tap" did it again and it went through. She THEN proceeded to to tell me "it's okay some people are slower that others" which caught me off guard cause it sounded to me like a passive aggressive tone calling me "dumb" and to read basically. I wish I would've looked at her name tag but I tried not to give her my time of day to even look at her. Overall I will still be stocking up on items but with be avoiding that cashier as she didn't make my experience a great one.

Love it here! They have some of THE BEST treats and meals! I came at 11:45am on a Friday and waited in line to get in, but it literally took just 3 minutes. The service is super friendly and helpful, and they are doing an outstanding job at respecting social distancing, sanitizing and not having the store too crowded. I love how the employees actually act like they love their jobs, unlike HEB, where they seem to be dying to get out of there. Here's some things you should try: * Jalapeño Sauce (great for breakfast tacos) * Mac & Cheese Bites * Diner Mac & Cheese * Dark Chocolate covered Almonds with turbinado sugar and sea salt * French Brioche Sliced Bread * Maple Kettle Corn (seasonal) * Banana Bread * Brownie Bites

In April 2022, I was assaulted by a male employee of this Trader Joe's store. While kneeling on the ground with my six year old child, a male employee came over and covered my whole body with his entire body. He proceeded to threaten my safety even more by pulling multiple heavy metal cans over my head while he entrapped my body. I'm only 4'11". It was scary!! At first I was stunned and frozen, then I got up and told him no! And my son and I walked away. Imagine if you can if this has ever happened to you - an employee at a grocery store leaning over his whole body over yours with his crotch in your face and your child's. The headquarters told me they adequately addressed the situation. They didn't say if they had training for all employees or anything. The woman at headquarters also said in her email "thanks for sharing your experience." That's what I got from a female, "thanks for sharing" like I shared a simple encounter. No, it was a traumatic incident made by their employee. The woman also said in a phone call, "I'm sorry he got too close." No!! He didn't just get too close - he trapped my body with his and made me feel threatened by pulling cans over my head. I'm in my 40's and have never had an employee ever do anything close to this, not ever! It was the most horrible experience at a grocery store and made worse by Trader Joe's responses. I do not feel safe towards this chain and haven't shopped in there since. I hope this never happens to anyone else.

Coming to this location it's always so busy. The employees are so quick and easy going. I went to just get something for dinner. The eggs were also cheaper here then H‑E‑B. This was a perk of the trip considering they are so expensive right now

Trader Joe's has incredible prices and I love their seasonal items. I like that the store is small as well, because sometimes you're not trying to walk a billion miles. Definitely stop by first day of September because they have thee best fall stuff!

We're so glad that we have a Trader Joe's on our side of town. A few visits ago, I discovered a variety of cheeses. They were all delicious and reasonably priced. A couple of weeks ago, we stopped by to buy an orchid plant to gift my brother in law. We ended up also getting cage-free eggs, yogurt smoothies, organic cold-pressed juice among other things. This week I was so happy to have gotten the cat advent calendar for my cats. I was a little bummed to find out that the dog advent calendars were already sold out.

Oh Trader Joe's you get everything. I say I'm going in for a few things and come spending half my mortgage! I just love this place. It's an adult theme park for foodies and I make it a point to go down every aisle just to see if there is something new. Please consider building one on the northwest/ west side of town but until then I'm have to plan my day trips. The freshness, color, dynamic choice, cleanliness, wine, cheeses all make this place a superb and memorable shopping experience. I don't know what it is about the brown bags but that also makes me go home excited about cooing and using my fresh goods! I'll be be back!!

Best grocery store. I live how they have all organic options. Everything here is also cheaper than bigger name brand grocery stores. I can get a refrigerator and pantry full of food and still pay less than what I would pay for 10 items somewhere else. The produce here is always fresh and I love the unique options they have here like their cookie butter and other Trader Joe's exclusive items. I love seeing what new seasonal items I can find and staff is always nice. Plus wine is cheaper here also. Overall I'm a Trader Joe's girl for life. Staff here is always friendly also. It's a smaller store but easy to find everything you need and things you probably were not even looking for

I would like to give Marvin TEN stars!! It is incredibly refreshing to find someone who personifies Customer Service. If you opened a dictionary to seek definitions of the words kind, caring, polite, respectful and compassionate, you would see his picture by each one. NOTE TO HIS PARENTS: You should be very proud of this young gentleman you have raised.

Absolutely love the selection at Trader Joe's. Stopped in to get some items. They are doing social distancing, offering sanitation wipes for carts, and hand sanitizer as you walk in. The line was pretty long when I arrived but it moved pretty quickly. Several items caught my eye, and I can't wait to try them. The selection was great, as usual. The store was very clean and organized. Their flowers are beautiful and priced very well. I would recommend a trip to Trader Joe's. If your looking for something a little tastier than normal-Stop by! You won't be disappointed. I can't wait to go back and buy some more items to try.

What a refreshing change it is to have TJs in San Antonio New here from CA. Cannot adjust to shopping at HEB. HEB stores r to large ,unfriendly cold Custumer service. Treder Joes is still good size store, well stocked and every corner a friendly face in case U need assistance. Great customer service . I literally feel at home here. Don care if I have to commute to buy groceries. Treder joes has my Business for life.

I prefer this location over The Quarry. To me it seems larger but, with covid the line to get in seems longer. The staff is always helpful even with the store slammed all day. Suggestions- The best pizza sauce for making homemade pizza. Moose Out

The atmosphere is much more calmer than a regular store and better options. I love it!

I love this grocery store! During Covid, I rarely go out, but I will make sure to make a stop at Trader Joe's at least twice a month. I am always excited to stock up on yummy snacks. It is so hard to have self control at this store because I want to try everything. I have been going on the weekends, and there is always a long line outside the door. The most I have waited so far was about 15 minutes, which is not awful. I feel safe coming here, as they spray the used carts and give us hand sanitizer as we walk in. I just wish they keep their seasonal items a little longer. Often times I find something I like and then it is gone the next time I try to find it in the store...

I'm normally the person that praises Trader Joe's but this morning was the first official time that they let me down. Everything they advertised as having online, they never got it or only sold it for a day or two and then moved on. The store is normally monitored for the amount of people but this morning, people were practically bumping into each other. It was so uncomfortable and so unsafe. The produce all looked bruised, old, had a lot of flies flying around it. With that being said, please don't let this deter you. This was the first time I had ever experience a bad Trader Joe's experience like this. I do love this place for their variety and for their CHEAP prices of organic foods. Their soup dumplings are one of a kind and are my favorite thing to get there. If you haven't tried them, please do so! Hopefully next time I go, it will be better.

Pros - SUPER friendly staff here! - love that they control the in and out traffic during COVID. They limit the number of shoppers in the store, so if it reaches full capacity (which is often) then there's a line marked outside the store - Outside line has tents and fans set up - ample and easy parking - They surprisingly have a lot of Asian food! - Love how many meal options they have in both their fresh and frozen section - You can never go wrong with Trader Joe's snacks...they're all so good! We especially loooove their plantain chips! Cons - Depending on the time you go, you may be waiting in line for awhile to get in!

Before there were foodies, Sprouts, Wholefoods or hipster farmers markets, there was a little neighborhood store called Trader Joe's. Truly a pioneer in the health & gourmet food space. They offer health food, super yummy chocolates, tons of one-of-a-kind items, awesome snacks, $3 buck chuck wine, fresh flowers & more. Best of all, it's a small store so you can walk it pretty quickly. Highly recommend checking it out, if you've never been! PRICING: When we lived in California, TJ prices almost always beat the grocery chains. However, here in Texas our beloved HEB market is tougher to beat. The products where TJ's prices are most competitive are; raw nuts, wine, chocolates (especially for the top notch quality), and TJ branded items. Stick with Sprouts or HEB for produce. ACCESSIBILITY: Parking overall is better at this location than any I've been to. They have a couple of handicapped parking spots right out front. And even have mobility scooters, which is wonderful! My FAVORITE TJ Foods; Dark Chocolate Marshmallows Dark Choc Peanut Butter Cups Raw Almonds & Cashews Freeze Dried Strawberries Meatless Taco Meat Frozen pre-cooked quinoa Peppermint JoeJoe Cookies (holiday)

I used to roll my eyes whenever a non-native San Antonian would compare my beloved HEB Central Market, Whole Foods, or Sprouts unfavorably to Trader Joe's. The comparison would go something along the lines of, "Their [selection/value/service] is okay, but *I'm* accustomed to Trader Joe's." Now that San Antonio has not one but two locations (the first on Basse near the Quarry, and the second at 1604 and Sonterra), I concede that Trader Joe's is worthy of the hype and that the snooty comparisons are justified. This review pertains to the 1604 and Sonterra location, which is much closer to my home than the Quarry. The store is impeccably clean and well organized, with aisles packed to the hilt with products bearing the Trader Joe's branding. Despite the relatively small storefront, the staff utilizes every square inch of floor space. For example, literally hundreds of chocolate confections are stacked directly above the frozen foods. This makes sense not only from a practical standpoint (i.e., effective space utilization) but also from a psychological perspective; customers are likely to pick up a few packages of dark chocolate-covered blueberries, orange jellies, or sea salt caramels on a whim as they browse through the impressive selection of Indian and Thai frozen dinners. I have fallen victim to this strategy on numerous occasions, not that I'm complaining. If you've read my other reviews on Yelp, you've likely surmised that I spend a fortune on fine cuisine. As much as I would prefer to dine at a five-star eatery for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the week, circumstances (work, young adult responsibilities) occasionally prohibit me from doing so. Thankfully, Trader Joe's fills in the gaps with freshly prepared items (veggie hummus wraps, salads, burritos), snacks (peanut butter pretzel logs, freeze-dried raspberries), and a massive selection of delicious, healthy (nothing artificial), reasonably priced frozen entrees. Trader Joe's is a bachelor's best friend. The staff appear to genuinely love their jobs; they are friendly, ingratiating, and knowledgeable. They are also eager to discuss their favorite foods, albeit in a natural, conversational way, not a "I am talking in monotone because corporate wants us to push [x] product" sales pitch. I read that Trader Joe's offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, so perhaps that explains the cheerful atmosphere. If you've yet to visit a Trader Joe's, I recommend this particular store, as the parking lot is much larger and easier to navigate than the Quarry location. A word of warning: clear sufficient space in your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer ahead of time, for you will undoubtedly return home with enough food to feed an army...or a gourmand bachelor.

I am from Houston and was visiting my parents - who live in San Antonio. We made an excursion to TJ off 1604 this past Saturday and I was checking out with Erick who like all TJ employees ask how are you doing ... I said I am doing great, it's my birthday. . He said how are you spending your B- day ... I said with my parents who are 80 .... Who I love very much. Before I knew it he left the register and came back with flowers and said happy birthday. It is so nice that people remain generous and want to extend happiness to strangers. Thank you Erick!!! I truly appreciated the surprise and kindness.

I LOVE Trader Joe's. I only wished they had one closer to me. I can always find what I'm looking for a better price than most places. I always leave with a new find that never disappoints. Right now I'm addicted to their elote corn chips and everything but the elote seasoning. Not only do they have food, they have a good selection of wine and beer. You will be surprised of what you can find. Right now with covid, you will have to wait in line outside to go in, but it goes by quickly. Staff is always happy and helpful.

It's still pretty wild to me that Trader Joe's is in Texas! They expanded to the area after I moved to the west coast, so it's been cool to have them available to grab healthy eats and groceries when I pop into town. My mom is a bit less adventurous and a die-hard HEB fanatic, so I went in recently to show her around the store and let her know some of my favorite products. There are quite a few regional products here I haven't seen in my hometown (enchiladas, a few seasonings) and some items I regularly buy but had difficulty finding here (vegan products, smaller selection of grab and go items). Grabbed the dark chocolate peanut butter cups, feta spread, Everything seasoning, and a couple other standout items for my mom to try. Most SA residents are used to lower produce prices, and this area was overflowing with excess stock when we visited. I'd stick to their specialty items that aren't found elsewhere. I overheard a few customers complaining about prices, but when you consider that the quality and diversity of items is more on par with Central Market than HEB, it puts things into perspective. Don't forget to check out the sample station in the back!

Another Trader Joe's fan here! Stores are always bright and clean. Employees are all very friendly.

Love Trader Joe's wish there was one on the west side of San Antonio. So many things to look at and get.

This TJ is always crowded- no matter which day I go, or what time of day. I suppose that is good for them, but it just kind of stresses me out. Employees are always super friendly and helpful. They really know the TJ products and have great ideas for preparing/serving! The fresh flower selections are always beautiful! Peonies are in now and they look fabulous. Build another one nearby so this one isnt so crazy crowded, please.

Small spot off the highway but has all the staples and favorites. The parking lot is small and get packed so best to park away from the front doors and get those extra steps in. Loved all the fun pumpkin items this time of year. If you haven't tried it yet, I highly recommend the the butternut squash Mac n cheese! Soooo good!!!

I always love coming here! They always have some kind of unique seasoning blend or seasonal spotlights! Today they gave me the cutest bag at checkout!

I love this Trader Joe's! All of the employees are so helpful and kind. We are here at least once a week for the last several months and haven't had a bad experience yet!! Only suggestion I have for fellow shoppers is check the expiration date. I've gotten home with items that expire next day (fresh items like bread). As long as you pay attention to dates before you buy, you won't have an issue. Pick up some fresh flowers while you're there!!!

Why do I feel like a Trader when I shop here ? ( literally no pun intended). I grew up in the aisles of HEB and they will always be my go-to for most of my standard items, but my goodness, TJs is such a treat! Taking advice from others about what to pass on and what not to miss, I have found some really awesome treats. The employees are always exceptional and approachable- offering tastes and friendly help. I love finding the little surprises that seem to only be available here. Great buyers!

I love Trader Joe's. They have great snacks that you won't find anywhere else. Prices aren't too bad either.

2 buck Chuck wine (Charles Shaw is the proper name) and $4.99 Trader Joe Keurig cups? Check. Oh yes and that delicious cookie butter that my husband is crazy about? Yep, they have that too. I'm ashamed to say I'm late to the Trader Joe party but I come bearing wine and dessert! Every time I come here I find more stuff I love and can't live without. The store isn't huge like HEB or Whole Foods but the aisles are clean and attractively displayed with quality products at reasonable prices. It's also much more convenient to run in and grab a few things. I feel like a kid at Christmas with all my recent TJ discoveries.

lovely customer service, everyone was nice and very helpful. they always have everything neatly stocked and I especially appreciated that the flowers were labeled and looked healthy