I am an odd duck who will go to a Winco if I happen to be in the area. None are near home; so if I…read morehappen to be near one, I make sure I go! Their stores are all warehouse style without personality; I am perfectly good with that. I don't expect service, not even a smile. I don't expect to find staff to help with anything. For me, their two most enticing departments remain to be their produce area and bulk foods. We can spend an hour just in these two departments. For produce, we load up on salad items and fruits. The veggies including broccoli tend to be meh; the reason is that everything is straight from the carton without trimming. No hate, just the facts. That is how they keep the cost low. I go elsewhere for veggie greens (except salad lettuce). As for bulk foods, this area is a treasure trove - great selection, good prices, and tends to have good turnaround so the products are fresh. For this most recent first visit to the Everett location, I finally noticed how they label their 'sale' items. Look for green 'Extra Savings' signs. They don't stand out and are not visually eye-catching. Things are simply there in seemingly extra volume. I scored a liter size bottle of Valentina hot sauce for only $2.68. Starkist tuna cans were on sale for $0.88, lower than the typical grocery store sale of $0.99, plus they had the low sodium version in stock. We bought a case of 24. Anyway, go for the prices; don't expect service or ambiance. Winco can be the best. Oh, and they open 24 hours! BUT, no credit cards. Debit, EBT, or cash only.

My husband and I recently made a late-night pilgrimage to check out the "YouTube famous" WinCo, and…read morelet me tell you, it's quite the experience. Walking in, the ambiance is essentially "Costco: Industrial Edition." It's a massive warehouse of pure, unadulterated grocery chaos. While I wasn't exactly blown away by the prices on the name-brand items, the WinCo house brand is practically a steal--often half the cost! The real showstopper, however, is the bulk bin section. It takes up at least a quarter of the entire store. You could legitimately get lost in there and start a new life among the quinoa and gummy bears. A word to the wise: WinCo is strictly "Cash or Debit only." I was blissfully unaware of this little quirk until I reached the register, and I narrowly escaped a walk of shame only because I happened to have some cash on me. Consider yourself warned!

I am in love with this market that I just discovered in Woodinville and it is so overwhelmingly…read morewonderful! Safeway owns it and it's definitely a step above any average supermarket. They have everything from steer manure to grapes. It's expensive but soooo worth it. The cherries are delicious and so is the wine

This is the closest grocery store to my house and I LOVE it here. I definitely don't do my weekly…read moreshopping here since it is pricier, but it's so nice if I need to grab a few things, deli items, pharmacy, or a treat. A big mistake I make frequently- the pharmacy is closed 1:30-2 every day. Somehow I forget this all the time. Make note! Their deli is amazing. Such fun dips, sandwiches, anything you could imagine. Always crowd pleasers at festivals, outdoor concerts, picnics, etc. The pharmacy and checkout staff are amazing. They are so warm and kind and always a pleasure to interact with. I love how many fun brands and local products they carry and always find something fun and new here!

I would never recommend this place. I think the prices are too high and most of the stuff is…read moreolder. Most of the big lots around here have closed down so if you want to go to big lots, this is the store that you have to go to about 40 minutes away.

Big Lots- always fun to wander…read more I always enjoy looking around Big Lots as they have a variety of products that range from general snack foods and cleaning products to housewares and furniture. It feels like a consignment shop, and I usually always find something I end up buying. I just maybe once every couple months and like to go into different locations as they will sometimes carry different things. The prices are great and often beat Wal-Mart or Amazon, so they are definitely competitive! They also have a rewards program and sent out good coupons for big savings. A spider web for compulsive users so be careful haha!

Good selection…read more Clean store. Check prices and quality. Sometimes it is either cheaper or better quality other stores. Save money and bring your own bags. Not a lot of interaction with employees. Most of them are at the deli or the registers.

The WinCo store in Maryville is great. However, The watermelon I bought was inedible - overripe…read moreand the pineapple was not even close to ripe . A big disappointment.

Deli. Reduced fried chicken dated today tastes DAYS old…read more Bought it for the cat, but she won't eat it. Removed the fried crispy husk too ...

So, I stopped in at Fred Meyers in Snohomish yesterday. Here's my review…read more.. I was INUNDATED with...wait for it...nice and helpful employees. Yep. Okay, I admit, this is not exactly breaking news for those of us who shop here on a regular basis but that doesn't mean it doesn't need to be noticed. For example, let's talk about Kathy at the seafood and meat counter. There was this lovely customer in one of the little motorized shopping carts who needed assistance and Kathy was incredibly kind and helpful. I know, I know, that's her job, but she did it with a smile and a lot of patience. How cool is that? She also made sure to acknowledge me, and other customers as they approached, to make sure we knew she saw us. Like they say, it is the littlest things that are so appreciated. My checker, May, was a sweetheart; helpful, friendly and super-efficient. We got through almost the entire order, and I realized I had forgotten my ID in my truck (apparently 60-ish is the new 21 Hahahaha but having owned a C-Store I have no problem with following a protocol that can be quite expensive if not followed). She could not have been more understanding, pausing my order as I dashed outside to fetch it. No rolling of eyes, no judgement, just a "customer-first/no problem" attitude. And, as I was heading out with my wildly full cart, I couldn't help but notice this gal (I found out her name was "Bella" from Elly, another delightful employee at customer service) who was happily dashing between checkout stands helping bag groceries wherever she was needed. It goes without saying (but it shouldn't) that their produce is fantastic. Their fresh flowers are gorgeous. The Copper River salmon I bought from Kathy was incredible...I could go on and on. Oh, and the lavender plants they had out front for $8.99 a piece? WOW! YAY! I know I can forget how much work it takes to make a big store like Fred Meyers run well. I also believe it is proof positive of great management within that store when it does. Employees who trust in their bosses work harder. It's just human nature. We are blessed to have this particular store in our town. Go there, you will agree.

Their website carries weekly sale items info and has a user friendly search engine that so far has…read morebeen accurate plus a store locator. https://www.chefstore.com/locations/store/bothell-506/ Chef' Store caters to people who know their way around a kitchen with some professional or DIY background. It's primarily a store for restaurants and food service providers. It has a warehouse/grocery store vibe. It's typically not for the timid, but hold your judgement for now. Example: Canned items are sized for restaurant use. A brand of chili I'm partial to has the weight of six pounds on the label. Just to give you an idea. Beef is not made into cuts like steaks or roasts. You get what are called "primal cuts" like the brisket, flank, sirloin, or round. Each weighing six pounds or more in most cases. So if you don't mind opening cans and portioning the contents into freezer bags, or cutting your own steaks, roasts, stir fry, or stew meat, you'll feel at home. And if you know your prices, you can find their sale items to be generous. Just have the freezer space to accommodate. That's not to say they don't cater to the regular shopper. Produce, bread, and some diary items are available. The selection of precooked vacuum sealed Asian noodles is worth mentioning. And there is a selection of pre packaged deli meat and cheese slices available. Some of them very good. The meat classics are there: like salami, roast beef, ham, turkey, mortadella, corned beef, or pastrami. Tip: if there is a one or two pound container of corned beef or pastrami, get one if your a fan. It's worth mentioning the bulk cheese section. Here you buy a loaf of provolone or Swiss at considerable savings. Just prepare your spouse ahead of time when you arrive home with a two foot long loaf of Swiss. And have the fridge space figured out. There are other cheeses ranging from bulk Greek feta, Gorgonzola, and Asagio, to Parmesan, Gouda, or mozzarella. Imported and domestic. Worth a look if you're a cheese or fondue lover. I pick up Mozzarella, Swiss and Provolone. Tip: warm clothing advisory - it's cold in that room. They have the primal cuts of mostly beef and pork in the same curtained off section. Bulk bacon and linked specialty items like hot dogs and Brotwurst are also there. The freezer section carries prepared items like burritos, ravioli, breakfast sausage, seafood, appetizers, and desserts. In bulk sizes. Again: if you know your prices you can walk out with some pretty good deals. Just have the freezer space. Pastas, flours, and rice: there is no shortage. The variety of name brand bulk flour and rice is impressive. Bulk size bags of pasta are competitively priced. Baking supplies should be compared. Bulk charcoal, usually three or more varieties is available in season. Red Mill is the predominant brand of flour: 25 lb bags. The store provides a large assortment of commercial grade kitchen supplies. Cleaning supplies, paper plates, freezer bags, foil, bulk rolls of plastic wrap, and various items used for catering. Serving utensils, platters, trays and commercial grade cooking tools and knives are offered. Large containers of mostly, but not all, common spices are there. Chef's Store does not provide bags for you to transport your goods. At the front of the store empty boxes that held bulk product are free and available for you to transport your food home. Since no bagging is done checkout is much faster. There can be a line but it moves. Staffing has mostly been adequate. If your into providing a spread during a football game, throwing a BBQ, or having a party - it's worth checking CS out. During game season the activity level is noticeably higher. If you become a regular, it's better to go there on a weekday before they get hit by the weekend party crowd. Parking is adequate. During weekends when there is a game it will get crowded. There is parking for disabled customers at the store front. Grab a cart before going in. Grab boxes when leaving or bring your own bags. PS: keep a sharp eye out for product not found in grocery stores. I found an Asian Tabasco sauce that was not available anywhere except at CS. Sometimes they get a shipment of product a company is testing. I stocked up. It's no longer available. Good hunting !

Slooooow checkout!!!…read more Same cashier lady yakking her mouth off faster than her laser checker. This week both times I came to buy a couple hundred pounds of steak I waited 3-5 minutes with no movement in line. First day, just dealing with her slow hands. 2nd time, two checkers with 8+ in line. She talks too much for how slow she is. Maybe have her collect carts? Costco now seems faster to get checked out!

Walked out of the store and left my wallet on the counter…read more Next morning was going to run errands, then the panic hit, where is my wallet, did the usual search and came up empty, only stopped one place, called them up, sure enough they had my wallet, over a grand in cash and it was all there, these folks are honest and awesome, and yes I left a tip.

Rude staff and rundown environment. I'm visiting from Canada and the gentleman behind the counter…read moregot frustrated as I had swiped my Canadian card the wrong way and he had to reset the payment processor. I can understand that resetting the payment processor is frustrating but it's part of your job and if you lack the basic professionalism to handle that in a reasonable and polite way I don't know what to tell you. He also felt it necessary to assault my wife's eyes with his belly button to scratch his gut as we are checking out. Will not be coming back. Learn some manners and you go will go far!

I am glad the 'ol Rainbow Market is here in Echo Lake, so I am a fan…read more I dont shop here alot, but its nice to have when you need it, rather than making the long, long, long trek into town. Cigarettes, drinks, ice cream, snacks and some common grocery items, even bait for fishing at nearby lakes. The owners have always been super friendly and pleasant to me. Never a line for powerball/megamillions, let the rabble stand in line at other places! I got a big kick when i bought my $1.6B MegaMillions ticket, he said "one point six PILLION!!! gonna be sick!" Of COURSE its expensive, its a convenience store!! The owners gotta make a living too, with all these hoidy-toidy $1M homes driving up real estate taxes. Free Community bulletin board out front. Always sad to see the Coyote Victim Pictures, hopeful owners grasping at straws. I've had my share.

$5.99 for a 64oz Cambell's tomato juice!? Really!??…read more The beer prices there seem to be standard, but that tomato juice price... that was ridiculous. I got a six-pack for $6.99 and had a moment of serious confusion when I looked at my super high total. (Then I saw the sticker price on the juice.) I never thought the same tomato juice that I buy all the time for less than $4 (it's $3.89 on Amazon Fresh!) could cost that much somewhere! It's a convenient market because there's not much else around there and apparently it's a decent spot to grab some beers, but... dang... that juice price is killin' me. fyi: There's a $5 minimum for paying with a card. I love tomato juice, so I'm glad that I was only in the area because of Bob's Corn Maze and that this ISN'T my neighborhood mini-mart.