Everything is fresh. Not so at other stores. People of all…read moreages work there, and are willing to run to the back of the store for something I did not find.

My last review was over 9 years ago?! I come in here several times a week, due to living about a…read moreblock or two away. I HAVE to update this! Let's get started with their newest addition: their expanded hot food section in the back. Leonardi's and the bakery are obviously on the front and side respectively. But in the back, used to only be rotisserie chicken. Now they have several varieties of chicken, potato wedges, corn dogs and pizza sticks, all hot and cheap ready to consume! They'll typically carry everything you could possibly be looking for, and they'll typically have it the cheapest of any store in the county. They'll usually have most new stuff pretty quickly, occasionally on release day. You shouldn't have any serious employee or service issues. Anyone that mentions lines, yes there can be lines...it's an extremely popular store! Also, it being the cheapest prices, and one of few 24 hour places of any type in town...means you may see some interesting people. It's got an atmosphere sort of similar to maybe Costco, if nothing was in bulk and the building was smaller, and the store was an obviously employee owned store. Also, the parking lot is pretty big. But the surrounding stores in the plaza aren't super popular, so even if WinCo's lot is packed, you should have no problem parking. At the end of the day, I just have to walk across two crosswalks and I'm here. (It's so close that I walk for exercise.) I am a regular, multiple times a week grabbing groceries or even snacks, and now I'll be regularly getting their new cheap hot meal as previously mentioned and shown in the photos. While nothing is outstanding, it's not getting a bad rating because I wouldn't come as often if it was truly horrible.

UPDATE 3/19/2026: At this point, it's clear the issue isn't effort--it's ownership. Simply moving…read moreproducts around is not an improvement when the same fundamental problems are being ignored. The store remains understocked, with empty shelves, expired items still on display, and far too many products missing price tags. These are basic retail standards, and they're consistently not being met. The exterior reflects the same lack of attention. The parking lot is often littered with garbage, and the pallet area along the side of the building is cluttered and in poor condition. First impressions matter, and this one isn't good. To be clear, the employees are not the problem--they are consistently helpful and hardworking. This falls squarely on ownership and management decisions. Compared to other Grocery Outlet locations, this store continues to fall short. What's needed here isn't another rearrangement--it's real leadership, accountability, and a commitment to doing the basics right. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This Grocery Outlet location has had four owner-operators in just under eight years, and the difference in management shows. It once felt like a treasure hunt for great bargains, but now it feels neglected. I have repeatedly found expired products on the shelves, especially in the meat department, which is concerning and unacceptable. The parking lot is frequently dirty, and many items are missing price tags altogether. When checking out, customers should carefully watch how items ring up. This is no reflection on the cashiers -- they are doing their jobs. However, pricing errors do occur, and management does not consistently honor shelf pricing when mistakes are on the store's end. The first two operators clearly cared about quality and customer experience. The last two, including the current owner, have allowed standards to slip significantly. I used to enjoy shopping here, but I will now be doing more of my shopping in Longview and using this location only when absolutely necessary. I truly hope the current ownership takes these concerns seriously and works to restore the store to the level of quality and service it once provided to the community.

It seems our Grocery Outlet has slipped a bit since new ownership. I noticed the beer and wine…read moreselection was all but gone but when I went to pick up some corn on the cob and a couple of steaks I had to pivot while making dinner. When I opened the corn after only a day in the frig it was moldy and alot of liquid sitting in the trays the ears of corn were in. The ribeye steak was ok but the tenderloin wasn't what you would expect. I hope they get it together, that was the best Grocery Outlet in this part of the world. It no longer is.

Safeway continues to provide excellent customer service and a clean, well stocked store…read more Only improvement would be lower prices.

I went to Safeway this morning. The cashier was good but then I went to customer service and stood…read morethere. A few employees acknowledged me and said someone will be right out. That's when I saw sign opens at 9:00am. It was 8:59 am. Another woman came out and asked if I had been helped at 9:02. When I said no she asked someone else and was told she was at lunch.??? I still don't understand if she was at lunch at 9:00 am why someone else didn't cover. I will not return to this Safeway again . There were plenty of employees walking around by the way. . very disappointed and will let others know of my experience.

Great selection of groceries. Friendly employees. Unfortunately I notice that items showing on sale…read moreusing the customer card don't always register on the receipt. Being charged zucchini price for cucumber. etc Keep a close eye on the cashier list display. And don't leave anything behind because no one will notice till your long gone.

"The seafood here is exceptional. While prices can be a bit high, the quality is definitely worth…read moreit for those who prioritize fresh, healthy options; plus, they run great deals fairly often. However, I cannot recommend the jewelry store located inside. It is significantly overpriced, and the staff is unhelpful. Despite having an on-site jeweler, they often claim certain repairs are impossible when they aren't. If you need work done on real gold or .925 silver, you're better off going to a dedicated professional jeweler who will actually take the job."

Very kind staff. We popped in to grab a snack on our way through town and they had just what we…read morewanted and were really friendly.

What a rude old lady ( Gina ) not a happy person you better retire I should say but you probably…read moredon't have a life at home Geeze get rid of that people who don't like customers or I should say Asian . Be nice we have money .... greet and smile don't turn your back like you don't like to serve me. Other than that it's a nice store and i have been going to this place a lot.

This market is very good. Bought some chorizo and pastries and both were good. They have a good…read moreselection of items reasonably priced. They also have homemade tamales but I didn't try any on this trip. Would go back

A bit small and disorganized on the inside, but the service was wonderful, and the meat the butcher…read morerecommended to me was the best meat I've had yet. Thank you!

Return ladies are instantly blame you like a criminal instantly and and they dont have any sense…read morehow to treat customers. The cashier scanned two times by mistake and when we asked the customer care lady she refused to believe and told come some other day and she also refused to return and left the counter and called other lady and she also was very rude and harrased me and asked questions like a FBI agent and without checking receipts she looks like was blaming for stealing thats heart a normal person.

cashier threatened to charge me with theft for bringing a product with security device to the…read morecheckout to pay for it and have device removed when no one was available in the department to have security device removed The cashier insisted this was their policy and if I did it again, they would charge me with theft. I told them I didn't even leave the store so therefore I could not be charged with theft and she said yes, I could. The manager running the front was standing behind the cashier supporting the cashiers statements. There was also lines of customers while the cashier was raising their voice at me during this interaction. Perhaps if they want to have everything under lock and key they need to actually have the departments staffed to sell the product.

US Foods CHEF'STORE has the best selection of coffee syrup out of any store I have *ever visited!…read moreNot only do they have dozens upon dozens of flavors, they offer different brands as well. The store is consistently, bright, clean and well organized. They offer fresh produce, meats, cheese, bread and dairy products. Their frozen food cases are well stocked well. Their cleaning supplies and dry goods are plentiful. This particular US Foods CHEF'STORE has wonderfully helpful and friendly employees. You do not need to own a restaurant or be a chef to shop at this fine establishment.

I'd never really been to Cash & Carry often, but I was still excited about visiting this "new"…read moreplace! I wasn't disappointed, I just felt it pales in comparison. Let's start with product selection. It's still about the same as always. However, prices have seriously increased. I felt at the previous establishment, it was more like Costco. Buying in bulk to get a better price. Now? It feels like it's only a bulk option, not better prices. However, not worse prices either, so that's saying something. It doesn't have the best atmosphere, but it's not a store I need great atmosphere from. It's not a bad atmosphere either, which is good. It won't deter you from doing your shopping as long as necessary. As for the customer service, it's also about as expected. Maybe slightly above average, but that'd be personal preference at most. Overall, "Chef's Store" doesn't hold a candle to Cash & Carry. If you're looking for what this store provides, it should do it with flying colors. Especially for restaurants, its main customers.

The store is on the smaller side so the meat and produce selection aren't the best at times but…read morethey have a surprisingly good variety of other items for sale. The beer selection is above average. The staff has always been friendly and courteous; it's a pleasure to shop here. Plus, as a Kalama resident, they are the only option in town.

Good selection of beer and general groceries Super friendly staff. They always seem to have what…read morewe need.

They use styrofoam in their meat packaging which means repackaging by the customer if you plan to…read moreuse sous vide cooking methods. I can only assume sous vide isn't in their vocabulary because this packaging is idiotic.

Did a great job for me. lots of choices on how they butchered my beef. Brats were tastyread more