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.

This was my first time inside of a Trader Joe's EVER!! Super spacious, clean and the employees were…read morevery friendly. I went because I was looking to see if their viral tote bags were still available (they weren't). I did find a couple of items that I don't think I would ever find inside of any other supermarket. The breads I purchased were delicious. The Red Velvet cupcakes, I ate all four by myself. (even though the goal was to share with my son) Will definitely go searching through all other TJ's in the area, but this one was nice

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!

While enjoying an early dinner across the street u could see patrons entering and exiting Food &…read morefriends. I wanted to stop by and see why there was so much foot traffic. It is a cute convenience store selling liquor, fruit , cheese, candy etc.

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.

Pretty nice grocery outlet, one of my fav stores to visit every now and then. Decent selection the…read morecouple of times I have went. Store has always been clean and well kept. Many good deals and surprises, so go up and down every aisle. Lots of staff keeping it nicely stocked. Cashiers are great as well, friendly and keep the line moving fast. Only tip would be that some items have no pricing so be sure to check at the front. Thanks

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.

I first started spending time in Philadelphia in 2017 during a long-distance relationship with my…read morenow-wife. I was living in Soho and very much immersed in the New York lifestyle. New York will always be a singular, extraordinary place to me, but Rittenhouse Market has come to represent my transition into Philly and my growing appreciation for what makes this city special. After getting married in 2021, I moved here full-time. Leaving New York was bittersweet, and apartment hunting during COVID was emotional. I'd never imagined living anywhere else. But discovering Rittenhouse Market immediately pulled me toward this neighborhood and helped it feel like home. Today, it's a staple of my daily life. The market is organic, well cared for, and thoughtfully run by people who understand their community. Prices are fair, the selection is practical yet discerning, and nothing feels overly precious or performative. The staff is consistently friendly and knowledgeable, with almost no turnover, which gives the place a rare sense of continuity. Countless small touches reflect its role as a neighborhood institution: stamps, cards, Christmas trees, firewood, those random essentials you don't realize you need until you do. It's a modern corner market that still remembers its roots. My previous local markets were Gourmet Garage, Citarella, and Gristedes. Rittenhouse Market feels like the best elements of all three: the charm and curation, the organic sensibility, the everyday practicality, without the usual tradeoffs. It's a market rather than a full-scale grocery, but the breadth of offerings is impressive. (Their South Street location, South Square Market, is even larger.) The store functions as a kind of mini town square for neighborhood residents, and the people watching is great. The staff and regulars have this effortlessly cool, authentic, and unpretentious vibe that feels very Philly. While I love gourmet spots like Di Bruno Bros, which serve a different purpose, Rittenhouse Market is where daily life actually happens. They complement each other perfectly. For me, this place mirrors the experience of settling into Philadelphia, becoming a family person, and finding a rhythm that balances convenience with character. It's not engineered for trends or social media, just quietly confident in what it is. That combination, progressive and global yet grounded and unpretentious, is exactly what I've come to love about Philly. Rittenhouse Market embodies that spirit, and I'll remain a loyal customer as long as I live nearby. Thank you!

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

Di Bruno Bros on Chestnut Street in Rittenhouse has just about everything one needs. Within its…read morewalls is a butcher shop, a sushi stall, cheese market, desert and coffee counter, delicatessen, hot food bar, rotisserie chicken cabinet, appetizer refrigerator, fresh fish, vegetable aisle, wines of many colors and flavors, frozen food, as well as staples. I'm sure I left stuff out but you have to immerse yourself in it to love it as much as I do. I found that their lunch hero's and focaccia sandwiches are the best in the city for under 15USD each. Every employee is helpful and goes out of their way to make sure things go well. There are a few tables inside and outside to enjoy your meal and snacks. 5 stars!

The deli has a great selection of prepared sandwiches which only require a quick warm up, if that…read more They also offer a large selection of drinks, salads, sushi etc. Anf of course, the amazing coffee bar!

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!