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An Aldi just opened by me but I haven't been in. It seems small for a grocery store. Do they have a pretty good selection?
I'd rather spend an extra few bucks there then ever step foot in a Walmart. We do just about all of our shopping at Aldi, Giant Eagle, and here.
There is no selection. You want ketchup? They have it but you don't get to choose from size or brand. The thing about Aldi is that it is super cheap because they do everything to cut cost.... only take cash and debit card transactions, put a quarter in to get a shopping cart so they don't pay people to go get them, you bring your own bags or they charge you, you bag your own stuff, etc.An Aldi just opened by me but I haven't been in. It seems small for a grocery store. Do they have a pretty good selection?
I'd rather spend an extra few bucks there then ever step foot in a Walmart. We do just about all of our shopping at Aldi, Giant Eagle, and here.
I don't want to get my groceries from zeee Germannnns.There is no selection. You want ketchup? They have it but you don't get to choose from size or brand. The thing about Aldi is that it is super cheap because they do everything to cut cost.... only take cash and debit card transactions, put a quarter in to get a shopping cart so they don't pay people to go get them, you bring your own bags or they charge you, you bag your own stuff, etc.An Aldi just opened by me but I haven't been in. It seems small for a grocery store. Do they have a pretty good selection?
I'd rather spend an extra few bucks there then ever step foot in a Walmart. We do just about all of our shopping at Aldi, Giant Eagle, and here.
The quality of the stuff they sale ranges from equal to other stuff or much lower quality depending on what you are getting. There are some things you can go in and figure out what you are getting good value on your money and other things you are better of spending more for elsewhere and come out with a few things and not paying too much for.
Aldi has a pretty good organic section also. It's a good store.There is no selection. You want ketchup? They have it but you don't get to choose from size or brand. The thing about Aldi is that it is super cheap because they do everything to cut cost.... only take cash and debit card transactions, put a quarter in to get a shopping cart so they don't pay people to go get them, you bring your own bags or they charge you, you bag your own stuff, etc.An Aldi just opened by me but I haven't been in. It seems small for a grocery store. Do they have a pretty good selection?
I'd rather spend an extra few bucks there then ever step foot in a Walmart. We do just about all of our shopping at Aldi, Giant Eagle, and here.
The quality of the stuff they sale ranges from equal to other stuff or much lower quality depending on what you are getting. There are some things you can go in and figure out what you are getting good value on your money and other things you are better of spending more for elsewhere and come out with a few things and not paying too much for.
Forgot so much:Trash bags, dishwasher soap, detergent, paper towels, TP, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, OTC medicine, razors, frozen food, tinfoil, sandwich bags, coffee, sugar, flour...I'm sure I'll think of more.
Ridiculous value here.
It'll take trial and error, but once you've figured out what you like there the savings are worth it.An Aldi just opened by me but I haven't been in. It seems small for a grocery store. Do they have a pretty good selection?
I'd rather spend an extra few bucks there then ever step foot in a Walmart. We do just about all of our shopping at Aldi, Giant Eagle, and here.
Thanks for the info!There is no selection. You want ketchup? They have it but you don't get to choose from size or brand. The thing about Aldi is that it is super cheap because they do everything to cut cost.... only take cash and debit card transactions, put a quarter in to get a shopping cart so they don't pay people to go get them, you bring your own bags or they charge you, you bag your own stuff, etc.An Aldi just opened by me but I haven't been in. It seems small for a grocery store. Do they have a pretty good selection?
I'd rather spend an extra few bucks there then ever step foot in a Walmart. We do just about all of our shopping at Aldi, Giant Eagle, and here.
The quality of the stuff they sale ranges from equal to other stuff or much lower quality depending on what you are getting. There are some things you can go in and figure out what you are getting good value on your money and other things you are better of spending more for elsewhere and come out with a few things and not paying too much for.
It'll take trial and error, but once you've figured out what you like there the savings are worth it.An Aldi just opened by me but I haven't been in. It seems small for a grocery store. Do they have a pretty good selection?
I'd rather spend an extra few bucks there then ever step foot in a Walmart. We do just about all of our shopping at Aldi, Giant Eagle, and here.
We get milk, cottage cheese, frozen pizza/popcorn/popsicles for the kids, and almost all of our fruits and veggies there. The produce is the main draw for us though.
ETA: don't pay for the grocery cart, they stock everything in boxes (cost cutting) so on your way in just grab one that's low in stock and put all of your loot in there.
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Me too. Excellent price for high quality sardines. Recently, I've been eating Season Brand.
You talking food samples? One of my pet peeves is these stands attract so many people which causes lines that go in to the aisle and you have to muscle thru them to continue shopping. So annoying.
My brother lives right up the street from the Costco that is located right next to their corporate HQ. He used to stop in to get a bunch of bananas once a week.
Not long ago the Costco near me was giving away free samples of Doritos. And we aren't even talking new flavors, just Nacho Cheese and Cool Ranch.
How many times did you go back?Not long ago the Costco near me was giving away free samples of Doritos. And we aren't even talking new flavors, just Nacho Cheese and Cool Ranch.
How many times did you go back?Not long ago the Costco near me was giving away free samples of Doritos. And we aren't even talking new flavors, just Nacho Cheese and Cool Ranch.
I read somewhere that on a lot of products the "Kirkland brand" stuff is actually the same stuff created by other big well-known name brands, and just re-branded for Costco.
It is annoying. I don't understand how people don't either have the intelligence level to move out of the way or just don't care that they are jerk faces because they want their bite of free food.
Yea, essentially they buy wholesale and then package it with Kirkland brand and then sell it without the mark up. I can't remember one Kirkland brand item that I bought that I thought was significantly lower quality than a brand name item I would have otherwise bought.
I was a member of both at one time. Dropped Costco and kept BJs.
That is true of a lot of private label goods, not just Costco's. Sometimes there is a quality difference though.
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YEp. $4.99 for a massive chicken that's usually nearly double the size of the crappy ones at our local Kroger. Not to mention the meat is always super tender/juicy and skin is always flavorful and not dried out.... neither of which can be said about our local kroger.Ridiculous value here.
No joke. Quality of beef is outstanding. Even their choice stuff are well marbled and cut nice and thick. Regular Prices are generally on par with the "Super sale" prices at our local Kroger... and the quality of beef is better. When you factor in that you can actually get USDA Prime beef for about the same price as normal choice beef at the other stores around town... no brainer. Love the NY strips... the filets are good.... but my go to is to buy a 4-6lb Rib Roast and cut my own ribeyes.Costco also has some of the best Prime cuts available around here. I get all giddy every time we stroll through the meat section.
The only thing I've found comparable is if you get it from Bed Bath and Beyond with one of their 20% off coupons.
Oh man, how can I forget the best thing about Costco????????YEp. $4.99 for a massive chicken that's usually nearly double the size of the crappy ones at our local Kroger. Not to mention the meat is always super tender/juicy and skin is always flavorful and not dried out.... neither of which can be said about our local kroger.Ridiculous value here.
No joke. Quality of beef is outstanding. Even their choice stuff are well marbled and cut nice and thick. Regular Prices are generally on par with the "Super sale" prices at our local Kroger... and the quality of beef is better. When you factor in that you can actually get USDA Prime beef for about the same price as normal choice beef at the other stores around town... no brainer. Love the NY strips... the filets are good.... but my go to is to buy a 4-6lb Rib Roast and cut my own ribeyes.Costco also has some of the best Prime cuts available around here. I get all giddy every time we stroll through the meat section.
The mussels are great.... their Ahi Tuna is sushi grade and VERY fairly priced.... Ribs/Shoulder are amazing and great prices.... chicken breasts cryopacked (two breasts per pack) are super convenient.... Great seafood specials too on King Crab legs and such. Always some great Scallops too.
Produce is excellent. Carton of 10 huge red tomatoes for the price of 3-4 at Kroger. Better quality too.
