Walmart

Truly the worst shopping experience I can recall. The shelves were mostly "faced out" where all the labels and prices are still in place but the shelves only contain one of the items on the shelf. The grocery section was TINY. I've been shopping at Wal Mart my entire life across the length and breadth of the US and this was single handedly the worst and most uncomfortable shopping experience I have ever had. I literally just got frustrated with them hiding there being basically nothing on the food shelves and left without buying anything. Heck, the underwear was under more lock and key than the booze. Soulless and depressing experience. The lighting was dim. The staff were there but clearly only just enough hunans to make the store look like it might actually serve other human beings. You can tell none of this experience was their fault. They were nice and helpful but outnumbered and unsupported. It's like the company took everything that was actually good about Walmart (friendly service, good variety, low prices,etc) and cut all of it out, in the idea that paying the employees is not worth it. I went five years without going to Wal-Mart and I don't think I'll be back for another five.

My experience at this Walmart was absolutely unacceptable and a total waste of time. While I understand the store has high security, the way it is managed makes it impossible to shop efficiently or get simple assistance. ​I needed one item—a battery—which was locked up. I had to ask nine different employees for help. Every single person I approached gave the same response: "I can't do that, you need to find someone else." The employees walked around looking lost, and none of them were empowered or willing to assist with locked items. ​I had to chase down multiple staff members just to get basic service. Ultimately, I had to walk all the way to the front of the store to request a manager, who finally was the only person who could help. ​I witnessed three other customers leave the store in frustration because they could not get assistance with items in the pharmacy or medicine aisles. If you need any item that is locked behind a case, or if you require any kind of employee help, do not shop at this location. The lack of efficient staffing and the ineffective security system made for a miserable and prolonged shopping trip. ​

SJ in photo department gets an A+. So nice, knowledgeable and super efficient. He helped so many people while trying to help me upload and format my photos. I do not know how to do any of these high tech things and he did not make me feel bad about it. He just asked for my phone and did everything. Thank you so much. You are so kind and thoughtful. He needs a raise people.

Everything i needed was locked up, had to wait for over 10 minutes for someone to unlock the first cabinet, and 20 minutes for the second cabinet. The stuff from the first cabinet didnt fit in the clear lock boxes they give you, so they had to hold it at the register. When I got to the register, she couldn't find my items. She made 3-4 trips behind the holding counter and couldn't find it. I asked if I could come look and she said "yes" but as soon as I walked over there, 2 other workers stopped me and said I was not allowed back there. Luckily I could see my missing item from over the counter, and was finally able to cleck out. I was in there for over 1 hour just to get 5 items 😞

This Walmart super store is fairly typical of such stores. I go here because they have pretty good quality chicken feed and it's about $5 less ($12.68) per 40lb than anywhere else. This time, the feed rang up at $15/bag. I had 4 bags so this was a $10 error. I wound up leaving my cart full of feed and went back to the feed department. The label on the shelf was correct. I looked up the product on the Walmart app and it was also correct. So I found an employee and showed him the situation. But all he did is scan the barcode on the bag and says nope, it's $15. When it was so clearly an error. I just smiled and thanked him for his help. I wish he'd have felt compelled to help solve the problem but I'm not about to take an individual worker bee to task over a few bucks. Irritating, none the less!

Associates are slow with different clock. Customers ask one item at a time. Lining up here is fun and this associate said he does not have any item that I have been waiting for. The app said they do but he does not have. If you want the same experience, try lining

Came to this Walmart to see if they had umbrellas, left with half the cleaning supply isle. Not really but I did buy more products then I really needed, only because I usually shop at Safeway and they don't have half the selection as Walmart. I found the Mr. Clean concentrate in the scent "unstoppable" which i never knew about and now it's my favorite. They also had a few more things i like to use but never get a chance to since I live downtown and Safeway is walking distance. But from now on I'm coming here to get my cleaning supplies. There wasn't a long wait in line either. I'm definitely going to be coming back.

On December 26, 2025, in the late afternoon. During my visit, I was trying on sweatshirts in the aisle. After finishing, I placed all items back on hangers and kept only the sweatshirts that fit, which I was holding in my hands with the intention to purchase. I was then approached by Asset Protection and accused of stealing. I was asked if I had tried on the sweatshirts, and I answered honestly that I had. I was told that dressing rooms should be used for trying on clothing, and I immediately acknowledged this, apologized, and agreed. At that point, the situation should have been resolved. Instead, the staff member escalated the interaction by stating that I was being monitored by cameras, that Walmart staff were watching me, and that the police had been called and were outside waiting for me. These statements were untrue, intimidating, and inappropriate, particularly given that I had committed no theft, had the merchandise visible in my hands, and was actively shopping. After this interaction, I was followed around the store by Asset Protection, which made me feel humiliated, targeted, and treated like a criminal despite having done nothing wrong. This conduct was unnecessary, unprofessional, and deeply upsetting. If trying on clothing in the aisle is against store policy, that policy should be communicated calmly and respectfully. Threats, false claims of police involvement, and continued surveillance of a customer who has not committed a crime are not appropriate or acceptable ways to handle a minor policy issue. I hope anyone reading this, especially those who work at this Walmart receive additional training on professional and respectful customer interaction.

The self-checkout is open, but in a very limited capacity and only if they can staff it. There is now a new policy: If you get an item from a locked display case, which is getting much more frequent, you need to pay for it immediately. The clerk opening it will escort you to the nearest register now set up in different departments. For example, I saw a new one set up in Men's clothing. What I would suggest is make the locked item your last purchase and you can pay for all your purchases then and not worry about the long checkout lines up front. I wonder though, how long this method will last? We all know how long it can take just finding an associate to open up the locked display. I guarantee many sales are lost because there is no one to help open them up.

I made the mistake of going here again, after doing my shopping and went up to pay there was one checkout stand open and aline half a block long. If there was at least a couple of the employees that were in groups talking, creating a blockade that I had to find a way around working in the checkout stands, I wouldn't have had to abandon my full shopping cart after waiting 15 minutes and going nowhere. Walmart on 82nd is a big waste of my time - never going back!

One person working at customer service with a very long line of customers. Multiple workers standing around doing nothing but no one came to help the poor solo person. Would not recommend ever coming to this Walmart!

Bought a lot of easter things here earlier today, they had a great selection. Prices were reasonable. They awlays have the best of deals here. Customer service is always good too. I usually like the self checkout process too

I don't like the fact, that this store do not carry orchids! I didn't come here for orchids, but I came for Fine Jewelry. They didn't have that either. Only, because there was a certain earrings I saw online, and it says that Walmart carried them. I was visiting an old friend, and Walmart was right across 82nd, from her! Convenient! I did thank the MP guarding the front entrance, and I told them, I feel safe when I see them here! Of all the negatives you read these days, Walmart would be the last store you'd find me shopping. But, thank you MP for being there, keeping everyone safe! I spotted some fruits & vegetables, (we just did grocery shopping two days ago), but while at Walmart, I decided to buy some of my favorites (like Guava, they don't have in other stores). I visited the notions & fabric department, and they have ribbons, etc. that I needed, would have bought if I drove further south to Joan's. I was able to get them here! I was pleased with my trip to Walmart, afterall!

After asking three idle employees and pressing the assistance bell 15 times, nobody came to open the locked items kit. I have been standing in the same aisle for 45 minutes now. Is it possible to get anything around here??

This Walmart tries their best. It's the closest one in my area and all the employees are always nice. They work hard to make my shopping experience easy and joyful. There is times when customers are rude and feel bad for the employees but always trying their best. Thank you for all your hard work!

If I have to go to Walmart, I much prefer this smaller Walmart over the huge Walmart in Eastbank Plaza. It's easier to navigate, much cleaner, better organized and less crowded. Plus they have a lot of self checkout counters so I don't have to wait in huge lines. That being said, it's still a Walmart so keep your expectations in check. You are not going to get Nordstrom level quality or customer service, but the good thing is you aren't paying Nordstrom prices. A few times a year I stop in to stock up on cotton ribbed tanks ($4) and cotton long sleeve t-shirts (7) as layering pieces and Danskin yoga pants, the only brick and mortar store I know that carries them. While there I grab a few pantry items, that from purchasing over the years, I know are far cheaper than at Freddy's. Like bread and butter pickles, canned tuna and Lipton tea. Yesterday as I was cruising through the store I found a really cute gray/blue plaid fleece blanket for $2.50, which is basically free in my book! Will keep in car so I have something to sit in or put over my shoulders when dining outside during a Covid as the temperatures are dropping. When I need a Walmart, this is my preferred location.

I ordered chains for my tires on Nov. 18th a week before Black Friday, so I could avoid out of stock and yet today, 10 days since I placed my order, Walmart cancelled my order.

Went to this Walmart today to pick up some fav groceries. I was shocked at the empty shelves in the freezer, cooler and a few other sections. I asked if they were doing away with the small grocery section and was told no. So why the lack of restocking ? Also multiple boxes, items on the floor, like no one cares enough to pick the stuff. Going downhill fast !

Maybe you should train more employees in services department. The ratio of people standing around vs 1 teller at counter is ridiculous. Customer line is 20+ ppl waiting for assistance.

The store is great as long as you don't shop there, best viewed from a distance. Do not go inside. They don't want you there either. Please don't wake them from their delusion that they offer great customer service. They pretend to greet you with a smile upfront and as long as you go along with this and really don't need help and tell them they are great, all is well. Walmart is a laughable joke, a shadow of a shadow of its former self. Walmart is now walmart.com, not an actual building. Save yourself frustration. Look at it from a distance and shop the real Walmart at walmart.com.

This Wal-Mart was horrible. Went in to get my baby girl some socks and the WHOLE wall for little girl's socks was empty. They had like 5 pairs of the same kind in one size that was way too big for my baby. I found that empty shelves seemed to be a pattern in this store. I've never seen so many empty shelves in an open store before. Customer service was awful as well. The cashier that helped us didn't seem to know what buttons she was supposed to be using, she eventually called over the front end manager or team lead Stephanie after waiting for a good 3-4 minutes of needing help. Stephanie was terrible. I've never seen such a rude manager before. She didn't say anything to us, didn't look at us until she realized we were trying to use wic. Once she saw that she literally yelled we don't take wic! Haven't in like 5 years. And didn't say anything until I said oh...ok. And ended up buying the baby food anyways. Won't be returning here ever that's for sure.

I like the Walmart in Happy Valley the best, mostly because they have really awesome things to buy, and they're all in their own aisles, which makes it easier for what people are attempting to find. Plus, the supplies for school and the office sure do come in handy when school starts in September. Well, on Monday, August 15 of this year, I went to Walmart with a friend of mine, as I had been doing my research on the school supply item known as the Trapper Keeper for weeks beforehand, and had thought about getting one for myself. Imagine my surprise when we got to the aisle where the school supplies are located, and there they were: the Trapper Keepers, right there among the other binders, which were bigger in size. Impressed, I said "Eureka!" (which means "I've got it" in ancient Greek), as I'd managed to find an awesome school supply I never thought I'd see in ages (since I read they were popular in the 80's and 90's with middle school kids, although adults also loved them for recipe and record keeping). The Trapper Keeper I picked out has a cheetah on the cover with a boom box, and it's really neat. Plus, the price was superbly cool, too. Finally, I give the Happy Valley Walmart two thumbs up, as well as five stars (although ten stars would be even better). :)

A friend bought a birthday gift for my son, and gave me receipt so that I would return or exchange it in case he didn't like. When I came to the store and explained why I returned it, the associate automatically credited to the original card without asking me how I wanted the credit. That's non sense if she already knew it's the birthday gift. So I complained and the associate lied that I said yes to back to the original card, it's Walmart policy and Lisa (store supervisor) treated me like a shoplifter and asked me to leave "you're done, sir, please get out the store". Thank Walmart for stealing a birthday gift from my son!!!

I recently visited Walmart with my friend, who happens to be a black woman in her 40s, who deals with chronic pain and needed a scooter. We encountered a situation where she asked a lady for help while using a scooter, but the lady responded abruptly and rudely, saying she didn't work in that department. It was strange because I've had positive experiences with employees who went out of their way to assist me. Additionally, during checkout, when my friend asked for something to discreetly carry her pads, the lady responded in a belittling tone, saying she would be fine. It was disappointing to witness such treatment. Walmart should prioritize respectful and inclusive customer service.

Scan one thing wrong and you'll end up in customer service hell where one person services at least a dozen in line.

Tried browsing their website this morning & it wouldn't even open without my email address. They don't need my info if I'm not ordering. So I guess they don't need me as a customer.

We scheduled an appointment to get new tires put on. We were VERY clear on how big our trailer was and they said no problem. When we got there, the two clerks were very rude and said that they do not work on anything that big. How can the person on the phone schedule the appointment and say that they can handle it when they cannot or will not? This was the very worst customer service. We drove over an hour to pick up our trailer and get it there by 8 AM only to find out that they were not going to put the new tires on. By the way, we had already purchased the new tires from them!

Jan. 3 Tuesday at 4:10pm. I went to Walmart in Happy Valley, Oregon, to sent money for donation to my uncle who died through moneygram. And the one who helped me was the cashier named Lou Ann. She is beautiful and seems kind and very honest. When I left Walmart I didn't notice that I left behind my cell phone Galaxy Z Fold 4 at the customer service counter. After more than 2 hours I came back to Walmart. I was so glad and thankful that the cashier, Lou Ann was still there and she kept my cell phone until I got back. Walmart is very lucky to have kind and honest employees. Kudos to Lou Ann...

What seems to be the manager or leader of the entertainment department sat on his phone watching tiktok videos and not helping me while one kid who didn't seem to know what he was doing was running around trying to help customer. I've been waiting for my photos to be processed and given to me but he just sat there as the machine was having problems and beeping. I've been here almost 3 hours and it is supposed to be a one hour service. Now an older lady is trying to figure it out and this guy is still walking around watching tiktok videos.

Not sure what happened. Six months ago I would have given a 3+ rating. Today if I could go lower than 1 I would. Ordered a relatively inexpensive item for curbside pickup. Got a notification that it was ready, went to the store, checked in as the app said to, and waited, and waited, and waited. At past 30 minutes of waiting, I tried calling. It rang and rang for about 15 times before someone picked up. At first she said she could not hear me, and I should try calling later. After a bit she could suddenly hear me fine, but also told me her English was not good. After a plethora of hard to understand complaints about working conditions, she abruptly sad "I can't help you. I send you over to that department", then a phone ringing tone. I waited 10 minutes as the phone was never picked up. I'm in need of the ordered item, but it seemed Walmart was doing all it could to keep me from buying it from them. Needless to say I cancelled the order and went elsewhere

I don't normally buy online but I tried and then tried to return them online but I didn't know how to do it. I ended up getting a packing slip that says return to the store but because of the pandemic we haven't been able to until recently. They are finally accepting apparel returns and I tried to return them and they won't because it was a third party company that my shoes were through. I expected if I go to a website and buy something off that website it should be from the store of the site I was on. They refuse to return it even though the packing slip says to return it to the Walmart store. I apparently have to return it to the third party company.

And my Walmart bad luck continues. I lost my phone the other day and went in here to get it replaced with a prepaid AT&T device. I called ahead and told them I'm blind and needed help setting it up and they said they'd be happy to lend a hand. I go in and Dae Dae helped me. Well I didn't realize she was scheduled to go home soon so she rushed the process and screwed up the situation completely. She's completely inept! A nicer young man ended up grabbing another phone and taking care of the situation. If not for him this would have been another 1 star Walmart review. Terrible evening management as well. A complete waste of over 2 hours.

They have all the doors blocked except one.. no notification of it so we can see it far away as we are handicap. We parked and walked to closed door. Had to walk all the way back. And so I had to leave my mom to fend for herself inside until I could find a parking spot. So handicap can not shop safely. Ridiculous

Walmart doesn't support American business. While the company proudly boasts and encourages shoppers to "Buy American", the majority of the company's goods are made outside of the United States and often made in sweatshops. When you buy something at Walmart, you are NOT buying American.

The lady at the pick up was asking customers for their names but when I arrived, she held up a package with a Vietnamese name and asked if it was me. I did not enjoy being profiled and being treated differently and it may seem insignificant but I personally feel it should be obvious not to treat people differently. Even if I was Vietnamese which I am not, I don't think I would have appreciated her trying to guess based on my appearance. I hope that in the future, the employees at this location can be more compassionate towards customers.

This is one of the few Walmart that is NOT ghetto, dirty, trashy buildings. This Walmart smells good! Very organized and very clean. The only other Walmart that I know that is like this is the one in Salem, OR by the airport.

I mean... it's a Walmart. There isn't a lot to say about it as their stores are consistent in quality. It's pretty standard in comparison with other locations... it's not better or worse than a normal Walmart. I feel like people are looking too far into their reviews... it's a freaking Walmart. Don't expect much. They sell things. You can exchange money for goods. Give them money and they'll give you things.

July 13, 2020. Saw too many customers who were not wearing a face mask and actually being helped by employees. Everyone is required to wear a face mask and wear it properly. If your customers won't comply with this state law, they should be asked to leave so the rest of us continue to feel safe to shop in that store.

Evidently the new policy with every customer is to go through all of your items on your way out of the store and scan your receipt. Way to embarrass customers and way to cause a giant line while you intimidate people...

It's real fun being told different info from different people about a product being in store or not. Taking your nine year old daughter in several times based on misinformation (lies?) and watching her excitement turn to sadness is the best. The incompetency at this store is staggering. Today was the last straw. We waited over 25 minutes and two overhead pages for ANY assistance and none ever came. We went to the asst manager who informed us we were given false information and MAYBE the product would come in sometime in August. This is why I avoid Walmart at ALL costs.

It's a Walmart Supercenter. This means lower prices (hopefully not at the expense of their employees....) Walmart hasn't had the most positive publicity over the years and for that reason I'm not a regular; I think employees should be treated fair and paid accordingly. Today I went with a friend who needed something specifically from this store so I walked around and purchased more than I intended. It's quite big. Their fresh produce department looks reasonable, not everything is cheap (oranges $7,49?!?? Really?!!!!) It's a one-stop shop which makes life so much easier. And they do carry so much, that's absolutely true. It's not a store I'd visit frequently but when I'm in the area I will drop by.

Horrible!! Shelves not stocked properly. I couldn't reach the water bottles. There was absolutely no one on the floor anywhere to help. I had to stand on a 24 pack to reach up and back to get my six pack of water. Then while I spent 20 min attempting to get water, they locked the door that I came in. I then politely asked the manager to let me out the door. He said no. That's the way it is. Locked at 9 pm. One man was in a wheelchair who had to go clear out of his way. This is rude! Someone should be stationed at the door letting people out for at least 30 minutes! What is happened to customer service at Walmart! There is none!

This place sucks, I was in a hurry looking for some bowls for a wedding. The lack of workers was unbelievable it took me 30 minutes to find one simple item. The placement of things wasn't the best I really struggled looking for what I needed. In that whole 30 minute span not one person came up to help me

I had 7 teeth extracted today. Seven. All in the front. Lot of wrenching and breaking, yanking and pulling. Not to mention 8 shots - 2 directly in the jaw and 2 in the roof of my mouth. "It's gonna hurt" was an understatement. So you can imagine how I felt when I left the dental office and walked into Walmart. Speech communication was basically a no-go. I've never been to the pharmacy at this location and it was a delight. No, seriously, excellent customer service. $30 for the fill and it would be a half hour. No biggee - took a walk around the store as I waited. Found the electronics department and just as I was about to purchase a movie I felt something pooling on my numbed upper lip. Blood. Next thing I did was find myself back in the pharmacy area grabbing a box of gauze and headed up to pay. It was sooner than the half hour given and they pushed me thru to get me out the door. Seems they recognized I had the box of gauze open and started sopping up the hemoglobins; they were very gracious to help me out. I tried to smile but it was nearly impossible and made a quick dash to the car. The pharmacist made a huge effort to understand my incoherent mutterings which is an added bonus. Cheers, Walmart Pharmacy Department, you have made a fan for life!

This will be quick; I can't be unfair and give it anything less than a 3 but sure as heck won't be getting anything more. Would it literally kill them open up more than 3 damn registers in a store that literally has about 30 plus people waiting in line?!!??! What's up with that? Can't possibly lie and say it's a shortage of staff because there was nearly 600 other associates roaming the floor, that was an exaggeration clearly but you get my drift. The employees are not even friendly. They don't hardly say hi or ask if you need help. Same with the cashiers but honestly if I worked at Walmart i'd probably be the same way. As far as the store itself, I mean, it's Walmart. There is everything you possibly need and at some of the best prices. However; with the lack of staff at the registers, unfriendly welcomes and some of the most bat shit crazy customers, I'll stay shopping at my favorite store, Target! The ONLY reason I even came in today was because I was in the area and to grab an item that was too great of a deal to pass up. Wasn't worth it.

His us a pretty well ran Walmart store. The aisles are usually well stocked and for the most part the staff is pretty helpful. I did see two male staffers arguing outside in front if the store on break about not giving one of them a ride and such, then later in the store back by the camping hear they were still arguing and swearing like a couple on the outs. Other than that experience the staff here has been pretty top notch.

They have a sign with a close time at 10 but they actual close time is 8:30. Employees see people outside wondering why the doors are not opening and instead of telling us they just ignore us.

Absolutely ridiculous! I did not have to wait over an HOUR, talk to 3 associates and have the manager lie to me to walk out of the store without the product I intended on buying when I walked in.

I visited Walmart at happy valley. Bought a bike, very happy. Recommend to everyone. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Big variety of produce, reasonable prices. Store very clean and organized.

I decided ti write this after reading others. It's a very creepy place. None of employees seem to want to be there. I am disabled', on a walker, a senior, and the employees ignore me. I AM INVISIBLE!! I I can't get anyone to help me reach the top shelf, or to even find anything. I have been told 3 times by different employees that they didn't have time to help me take my groceries out to my car. Okay i get it. I'm invvisible.ZERO STARS..

Excellent customer service here. I bought $40 worth of stuff and paid all in coins. The cashiers (Jana and Brianna) were very patient with me. I dropped some coins and Brianna even helped me pick them up.

Ugh seriously. The bathroom was disgusting. Help from employees is nonexistent. Either they just don't have the knowledge base even though they work in THAT department or you can't find one at all. I'm not judging the employees. It's the company as a whole that doesn't seem to properly train their employees to succeed. With that said, the pricing was normal Walmart pricing. So there's no real surprise there. The layout of all walmarts are pretty uniform. So really you can only review a store based on cleanliness, customer service and organization.

First Impression: Meh. Just like every other Walmart. Afterthoughts: I have some mixed feelings about this Walmart location, and after reading others' reviews, they seem to have mixed feelings as well. I certainly would not recommend this Walmart, but if you told me your were going, I would be like "meh". Pros: - Fast and friendly service - our cashiers' name was Patricia, and she was very kind. - This store has pretty much everything; from clothing to glasses to food - they have it. - Their prices are cheap on most items. - The staff knew where everything was - which, sounds to be expected, but surprisingly I've gone to a few stores (not in the Walmart chain) where they have no clue where anything is. Cons: - Seemed slightly disorganized at some points - for example, there was no spot to put my umbrella, and also my broom that I bought had no price tag on it, so I had to grab another from the other side of the building so my cashier could scan it. While these are small and nit-pickey, tiny things like those details can make a persons experience and their shopping feel more secure and personal. - A few staff members seemed to be clumped together doing things they most likely should not have been doing on the job. They were using their phones, laughing, taking selfies, and when customers passed, didn't really ask them anything, or say hello. It felt like a disconnection; they made it feel less welcoming in my opinion. While no one outright asked them anything from what I saw, they didn't really accept with open arms, either. (note: our cashier, Patricia, was not a part of this group - she was actually very kind.) - So, to wrap things up, worse than I expected, but not terrible. I guess for an 11:00 PM run for groceries, this place is okay to go.

Horrible customer service. Apparently they refuse to do returns after 8pm, but the rest of the store is open.

Very happy with the pharmacy. My medication was well over $100 cheaper here than every other pharmacy I looked at. And $40 cheaper than through my insurance mail-order. (Hooray for useless insurance!) The pharmacy staff was friendly and professional. And they called me a few times to remind me that my prescription was still ready for pick-up since I didn't make it in right away. Must say I was impressed and will be back.

This WalMart is better than Holgate & 82nd's Walmart. At least this one doesn't have tons of screaming kids even on Sunday. I don't shop at Walmart much just because I usually prefer Target or Fred Meyer, but if you want to save some money and in the area, this Walmart will be just fine. Employees were nice and crowds were not so bad. I didn't see any worth mention people of Walmart from this location. Basically I just had an uneventful Walmart shopping trip just to get new car mats for my car. That's all.

Yikes. The weirdest vibe inside. I will never go back. The lighting creates this erie other world energy I can't explain!! You guys are literally repelling people w it. I felt like I needed a shower after I left... Creepy. Invest in some Feng Shui. (That's why we shop at Whole Foods, ya know???)