Although very busy for this volleyball tournament weekend, there was no price gouging for anything,…read moreall items were reasonably priced. And the store was bright nice and neat. Not a huge variety like a larger store but they have the basic necessities and some surprising items as well. Enough cashiers to move the checkout line along smoothly without much wait times.

Very convenient to have TJ's located not far from where I was staying while in Philly. Came here…read morelooking to pick up some snacks while here and ooh the new large cooler bag that was just released for the summer. The black and red one - perfect for keeping food cool while traveling with ice packs of course. Luckily it wasn't crowded when I was here but it was toward the end of the day. Store was clean and staff was stocking the shelves. Easy to find what one needed. Most of the TJ's have similar layouts. Check out was quick and staff was friendly and helpful. Good to know that there is one in the center of Philly.

This Trader Joe's on Market Street is one of my favorite stores to visit. I think of it more as a…read moreneighborhood market than a traditional supermarket, a place where you can quickly pick up what you need and be on your way without feeling overwhelmed. Its smaller footprint, especially for this location, works in its favor. The store is bright, clean, and well-organized, which immediately elevates the experience. The lively music, upbeat energy, and beautiful packaging create a fun, almost "adult amusement park" atmosphere. Even when it's busy, and the lines look long, they move quickly and efficiently. I usually walk, but there's a parking lot behind the store and street parking nearby when needed. What truly makes this place special is the staff. They are consistently warm, friendly, and genuinely helpful. If you ask about an item, they walk you right to it, and they never seem bothered if you interrupt while they're stocking shelves. I also appreciate the team's continuity. Over time, you start to recognize familiar faces, and I've met crew members who transferred here from places like Oakland and Charleston, which speaks to a strong internal culture and mobility within the company. Just being in the store lifts my spirits. Another standout is the curated selection. Trader Joe's carries a fraction of the SKUs you'd find in a typical grocery store, about one-tenth as many, and that dramatically reduces decision fatigue. Instead of comparing endless versions of the same product, you can trust that what's on the shelf is a good choice. It makes shopping faster, easier, and far more enjoyable. Prices are competitive, and the quality is strong across the board. The meat and fish are generally fresh, the produce is reliable, and while I occasionally try something that's just average, the overall hit rate is excellent. The rotating seasonal items add a festive, timely element that makes each visit feel a little different and always fun, whether you're getting into the spirit of a holiday, planning a dinner party, or just trying something new. Some of my regular favorites are the Shrimp Scampi, Chicken Shawarma, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, Chocolate Croissants, Bolognese sauce, Green Chile Chicken Bowl, Cookie Butter ice cream, the Focaccia Baguette, the fresh salmon, grilled sliced chicken, and the eucalyptus plants, which always make my apartment feel calmer and more inviting. More broadly, this company feels like it was built with real love and creativity. There is a genuine culture of celebrating people for who they are and encouraging everyone, both customers and crew, to show up authentically, and you can feel that the moment you walk in. Trader Joe's is also intentionally a bit mysterious and low profile as a brand. If you're ever curious about the backstory, the Freakonomics podcast episode on the company is fantastic and explains many of the thoughtful, unconventional decisions that you notice reflected in the stores. It's incredibly rare to watch a company scale the way this one has while still holding onto its character and values. This location is a perfect microcosm of why Trader Joe's is such a special and distinctive brand: great value, efficient shopping, carefully curated products, and genuinely kind people, all in a space that consistently leaves me happier than when I walked in. I always look forward to coming here. Thank you!

I think this is the best Trader Joe's in the Philadelphia area. My regular haunt for sure as a…read moreresident in Center City. First off, parking is a pretty nice experience. Of course, you can expect to maybe wait a bit during peak hours (before work, right after work), but they usually have someone stationed at the front of the lot to only let you in once there's a space available. A nice courtesy! Inside this location is kept stocked, organized, and clean. I think the only time I was not able to find something was when roads froze over and caused for one of their morning shipments to get canceled. External factors aside, you should be able to find anything you're looking for here in stock. The lines can definitely wrap around the store during peak shopping times, but the system they have to push people through the checkouts proceeds as fast as I could imagine. They've got a well-oiled machine here, and just have that many customers. Finally, just one anecdote. One time my wife was shopping here last minute for flowers after a friend's pet died. Since she was running late, she asked the person directly cashier traffic if she could cut the line and checkout with just her flowers. The person proceeded to ask for the flowers, cut off the tag, and let her go without purchase. Amazing service is just the norm here!

Found the Daifuku brand Mochi Kuro Goma (Black Sesame Covered) and Mochi Mame (Bean Covered) here…read more Both were sooo huge and delicious! If you don't feel like making a trip to H Mart, come here for your mochi fix!

Great food selection and an excellent beer selection! The staff helped me find everything I needed…read moreand were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I'll definitely be coming back.

I had a wonderful shopping experience here! First of all there is a parking lot which is wonderful…read morein and of itself. Secondly the store was spacious and well stocked with lots of fresh produce. Thirdly not only the staff but everyone in the store was so friendly. I got a lot of great deals. I can't wait to go back.

Price wise not bad but they tend to be limited in produce and they have only one checkout line open.read more

Rittenhouse Market is a neighborhood staple. Their staff is super friendly and knowledgable about…read moretheir store and offerings. The store is well kept, clean, organized and stocked. They have just about everything you'd see at a larger grocery store, just a bit less variety. As you could expect from a Center City neighborhood market, the prices are a bit steeper, but not enough to deter from going entirely. I do my main grocery shopping at ACME, but Rittenhouse Market is the perfect spot if I'm in between grocery trips or need to grab a few items.

What a great neighborhood store! Aisles are filled with any type of grocery item you'd need from…read morefresh produce to flour to hot sauce. There aren't any self-checkout lanes open so expect to wait a few minutes if you go during a busy time.

Place is always packed. Prices are fair but few steps away there is a more few cents cheaper grocer…read morealso. People are friendly and helpful to your needs. Fruits outside the store is one of the best selections and prices are inexpensive. Check downstairs. It's package goods paradise.

A really good place but I want you guys to get more of the rainbow candy. It taste so good but you…read moreguys stop to sell them ,service is so good ambiance is sometime dirty sometimes normal

Just a tiny shop packed with goodness. We were immediately greeted when we walked in and were asked…read moreif we'd like to try anything. We tried a smoky Gouda that was delicious and they even offered a milder cheese for our 4 year old daughter. Everywhere you looked there was something that looked amazing from the cheeses to the meats, jams, nuts, etc. We walked out with a very nice charcuterie spread that did not disappoint.

Love this Market !!! Great place to grab some things for an informal picnic. Wish this store was…read moreclose by but found this gem in a recent trip to Philly where you can grab e writhing you need for a picnic or just some really great snacks to bring back to your Hotel. I have to say their crispy, crusty baguettes freshly baked daily are pretty darn amazing and are great paired with butter or some of their great deli meats. They have a deli counter, produce, and a bakery. Highly recommend stop here if you find yourself in Philly.

Great food selection, fresh fruits, and vegetables and dairy. I can't find in other supermarkets…read moregood healthy choices for other grocery items wonderful atmosphere. I never have to wait for a long time in line to pay Center Coty parking available if you go with a car.

On a recent trip to Philly I stopped in Mom's Organic Market to stock up on groceries for my home…read morestay where I could cook. I am currently living in San Francisco so San Franciscans in Philly can think of Mom's Organic Market akin to Rainbow Grocery in SF. Mom's has a great variety of local and organic produce. Hard to find items that you would find in a good well stocked natural food store or cooperative like Mom's is. Staff is friendly. The layout of the store is a labyrinth that can be confusing like a rubik's cube too far gone yet with a little patience and perhaps asking security, staff, or one of the regulars they can help you get your learning curve to navigate the store of organic natural food product heaven. Within Mom's is the Naked Lunch vegan restaurant which I will return to have a bite there as it looks interesting. I am a proud graduate of the Jack Kerouac School of Disembodied Poetics at Naropa University in Boulder, CO where I received the William S. Burroughs scholarship. I did my thesis on William S. Burroughs and William S. Burroughs wrote Naked Lunch aka the cut up novel for which this restaurant is named. Since I was in Philly two weeks I was mixing up dining out at the wonderful vegan foodie scene in Philly along with cooking at my homestay. For cooking at my homestay at Mom's I picked up the following: Soymilk Local and organic blueberries Bananas Garnet jewel sweet potatoes Limes Avocados Organic granny smith apples Red cabbage Ginger root Sweet yellow onion I am pretty sure all the produce was organic. Mom's has been family owned and operated since 1987. Great bulk bin items. Great produce. In a word, great. Mom's sets the bar high for a natural food store. They are like the special forces of natural food stores which is quite alright in my book.Each day Mom's states customers prevent 9,233 grocery bags from being used. Mom's has banned over 250 ingredients from our products storewide. Mom's has chosen to print their receipts on BPA and BPS free paper products for the safety of it's community and the environment. In a word...Yes!