Trader Joe's successfully met my requirements. Although the queues were extensive, they progressed efficiently. The staff demonstrated a high level of amiability.
Grocery store
Trader Joe's
Lower East SideManhattan


Lower East Side
Manhattan
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About Trader Joe's
4.6-star Lower East Side grocery chain with 2,491 reviews. Signature products, fresh produce, dairy, and wine in a compact Manhattan location.
Community Rating
4.6
out of 5
2,491 community reviews
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What diners say about Trader Joe's
15 verified Google reviews
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It’s so huge. One of the biggest Trader Joe’s I’ve been to
It doesn't get better than Trader Joe's and this location is no exception. The store was much larger than I had anticipated and I was easily able to find all of my favourite things. The staff were so considerate and helpful, I definitely would recommend to anyone in the area. They truly do have the most creative snacks at the best prices.
Great prices and so many great things to shop here! It’s my to go place for every occasion! Flowers are beautiful and cheap compared to other places. I shop here at least twice a week!
A fine grocery store. Sometimes they don't have everything I need, but the quality of the products and store make up for missing pantry items.<br><br>I may have been inclined to rate this location a mere 4-stars but for the escalator. What a triumph. That clean, quiet, efficient, invigorating chariot shepards us to and fro, up and down. Who would opt for the adjacent inert staircase? Not I. What a delight and priviledge to ride her. Forget not that you are a mere mortal and not some divine creature, for in that sublime journey from Grand Street to the Trader Joe's vestibule one forgets the body has weight.
It's so hard to shop here these days with nothing in stock. Here is the meat section on a Sunday at 7:00pm. I know things will be picked over by evening, but this is just horrible
Im a first time Trader Joe's shopper! I picked up a few items I havent tried before ! That vanilla bean cake was amazing ! I'll be back soon for the cake! And some other items !
Pros:<br>1. Most staff is friendly and courteous most of the time. So there's a pretty upbeat vibe.<br>2. Decent selection and pricing of goods considering it's modestly sized shopping space.<br>3. Well staffed, so the long lines move along fairly.<br>4. Clean and fairly spacious aisles.<br>5. Small and regular sized shopping carts baskets.<br><br>Cons:<br>1. It can get crowded and there are often long lines waiting for cash registers.<br>2. No bathroom or waterfountain.<br>3. Located in building lower-level, so you wont have any service or connection on your device(s).<br>4. No wifi provided either.<br>5. No seating nor tables.<br>6. Not very disabled friendly.<br>7. No self-checkout stations.<br>8. NO VEGAN/ nondairy (CHOCOLATE) dessert options.
This is my favorite grocery store! The store policy on purchases is very customer centric. If a customer is unhappy about a purchase, the managers will make it right either through a refund or replacement. The management and staff are friendly and helpful too. The Grand Street store is clean and spacious. There are always cart handle wipes available. They carry a large assortment of organic foods. New products are introduced every week or two. TJs is also a great option if you want to buy fresh flowers and plants too. Generally, all the prices are pretty reasonable. My only complaint is I wish they carried more vegan products.<br><br>It's important to note that each store is different. The Trader Joe's on 22nd & 6th Ave and 14th Street are awful! Both are very busy and small, so maneuvering with a cart is somewhat difficult. Also, the store on 22nd Street never provides cart handle wipes for customers. The dispenser is always empty or broken!
The store is bright and clean. The space is smaller than other branches. They sell daily necessities and food, but the variety is slightly less. Just personal feeling. But you still can buy what you need. When checking out, although there are many people, there are also many staff at the open counter, so it is quick to get your turn.
Spacious but has no service nor wifi (so it’s impossible for me to look up reviews of Trader Joe’s products that may catch my eye).<br><br>Bananas were banged up and left in the boxes.
Always a beautiful, healthy, looking lovely selection of flowers to greet you as you walk in off of the elevator. Staff is always helpful, upbeat and friendly and they always have stickers or lollipops for the little ones
Very nice atmosphere, clean and spacious. The variety of foods is different, alittle more upscale and pricey, yet worth it. The lines are long, yet move fast and the service is very polite and courteous.
Extremely large Trader Joe's with a nice flower shop. They have great produce and many items that I don't typically see at any of the regular Trader Joe's I frequent, likely given the large space.<br><br>There is also a target right upstairs making grocery trips quite easy.
Spacious Trader Joe's located in the base level. It's on base level but very clean and bright. This place is not overcrowded even during its rush hour. They have escalator and elevator, which allows many people to access. And of course, various kinds of foods with affordable price and best staffs. All-time favorite grocery store.
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