I've been to this Target a number of times and it's great in a pinch. It is much smaller than other locations so don't expect everyyyyything but it's usually good enough for my needs! I've also gone to this location to pick up items bought online and never had an issue. I like the free underground parking garage, I've always been able to find a spot. I do agree with other reviewers' that they don't seem to have enough employees at this location. There are a lot of self-check registers so I wonder if that may be the reason, but I never see employees around the store assisting people. They also have a lot of empty space on shelves. It's kind of surprising for such a small Target to have so few items stocked, but that's the norm here. Overall though, this small Target gets the job done for me! I got an adult card game for half off! read more

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Some of the employees, including at the Starbucks, are rude and need to learn customer service. Saying, "Are you gonna order"? or being annoyed that I ask if you work here is absolutely unacceptable. Get a different job if you don't like interacting with the public. Note: if you want sugar or stirrers for your coffee, they're behind the counter and you'll get attitude for asking. In contrast, the employees who do returns are great, helpful and PROFESSIONAL. Once I found out what's listed in stock at this location on the website actually was not. The employee was apologetic but it also took over 5 minutes for an employee to come to assist in a locked merchandise area. One more rude employee and I'm speaking to the manager and then done with this location. read more

Target - Empty napkin holder at 9:30. It was not busy. - Department Stores Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This Target has more items than the other 2 Targets in Santa Monica ( one on 5th and Broadway and the other on 16th and Wilshire). Parking underneath the store, entrance is on Westgate,south of Santa Monica Blvd. This Target has a Starbucks inside! I haven't had an issue with the staff here as I have read the other reviews. I am only giving this one 4 stars because this is a smaller Target when compared to the regular larger stores, however I am grateful for having a Target in my neighborhood. This store is well stocked and organized. read more

Small but clean, well stocked and plenty of parking. One or both of the escalators are always broken and desperately needs a gallon of WD-40 for the one that does work today. Secondly, an employee was loudly bragging to other employees how he went looting during the pandemic while they were restocking. That's not something to be proud of bruh. read more

Was looking for CVS and the internet took me to Target. Parked inside the underground garage (1 hour free). The very friendly and kind associate, Lorraine, told me there is no longer a CVS here but did tell me where the closest one is. Since I was already at Target, I decided to explore. This is a mini Target so it doesn't have all the things a large Target would have but it had a lot of nice merchandise. The store is very clean and organized. I shopped in the produce department and they had so many good items at reasonable prices! They even had organic items. Way to go Target!! There was one long checkout line but it went super fast. There were three cashiers checking people out. Rene was our cashier and he was super friendly and packed everything really well. Also of note is that this Target has a large Starbucks at the street entrance. I saw someone in line with a drink and it looked so good! Overall, this was a nice surprise. I enjoyed my time here. read more

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Open up the entrance on Westgate and Santa Monica Blvd. Why is it always locked? Those of us that live in the neighborhood walk to Target and it's so inconvenient to have to walk to the entrance on the opposite end of the store. Plus the store looks horrible with the Westgate Avenue entrance sealed off. read more

I think the expectation is that you serve yourself as there is barely anyone working here.

Honestly what's the point of this target? They got 1 cashier working while 15 other useless employees congregate in the aisles why being bothered if God forbid you need them to open a stupid locked up case for you read more

Came to target to use the RR, and it's out of service. Target is on the second floor, no entry from Santa Monica, only entry to a from garage. Really small inside, half the size from a regular sized one Staff was really friendly. read more

This is quite possibly the worst Target I've ever visited. I hate the Target stores to begin with, but this place has the worst selection. Most of the items I want to buy are not available. And the customer service is terrible. Not helpful people. Just shut the store down. Why have a store that is so substandard. Then again I guess most Target stores are like that. read more

Terrible, unsafe, filthy bathroom that the manager explained is cleaned just once per day. read more

Target - Department Stores Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Probably the worst target ever, the service is so bad and all the cashiers are untrained and unprofessional, don't even know how they were hired. I was standing in line for 20 minutes to return ONE item and out of all three cashiers that were there, they all claimed they couldn't help me and kept sending me back in line. Save yourself some time and visit a different target. read more

Update to my review from 2023. It's been over 2 years and nothing has changed ! This Target store on Sawtelle & S.M. Blvd lacks some basic food items provided at other Target stores. When I contacted customer service online and requested items be re-stocked... I was told it could not be done. Here is an example of an item that has not been in stock for YEARS ! https://www.target.com/p/whole-wheat-flour-5lb-good-38-gather-8482/-/A-78206460# read more

There may be one worker for every 100 customers here. Always a line to check out of the single open register. Today I went to pick up an online order, thinking that might spare me from the hour long checkout. But alas, a single person working the customer service returned items of two people for over 25 min. When I asked a different worker if I could just pick up my already paid for order, she responded "I'm doing something else right now." This place is a terrible customer service example and you can bet you'll spend your whole afternoon here for even a simple purchase. read more

This Target gets the job done. It has the essentials but you won't see much variety. It's a small Target (the one in Westwood is bigger). This Target has a small Starbucks location inside too! Parking: you park in the garage and it's free if your visit is within an hour. I've lived in Sawtelle for 6 months+ and go to this Target very often. I have never had to pay for parking since my visits are never close to an hour. I've come here for a wide range of things: groceries, batteries, toiletries, etc. Sometimes I'll check the app to make sure they have the item I want but you should generally expect your type of item will be here, but maybe not the brand or specific item. Even then, sometimes the app will have some discrepancies with store stock. I didn't interact much with the staff but they all seem friendly enough. I always do self-check out and I'm in and out in a jiffy. read more

Poorly staffed. One long line for returns and purchases unless you want self check out (not an option for returns or for online pickups). Spent 30 min in line on a weekday morning... Then discovered that each of the two $4 shirts I returned (from online order), they keep a $1 shipping fee. When I asked why, the cashier didn't know and was clearly overhwhelmed by the crowds. When I asked to speak to the manager, I was told "I can call the Manager, BUT HE WILL NOT COME." Clearly this store is being mismanaged (or maybe not managed?). The staff I saw were working hard but overworked and had poor morale. Visit another store if you have options. I think the only reason why this place is open is because Westsiders are desperate for a Target/Retail :( read more

Two stars for the nice man who's department it wasn't was who still went to get a key to helps 0 stars to the overweight Latino guy with that fade to dry toasted fluff on his head wearing glasses, while eating hot cheetoes on the clock. Flat out told me "no, ima go on my break soon". read more

Target LA Sawtelle, you Target City Store, I've been watching you under construction, emerge over many months. Now that you've officially arrived, ready to serve, do business, welcome to the 90025! Popped in during the soft opening 4-4-19 (Grand Opening 4-7-19) and was impressed. Staff is eager, pleasant, especially as I was checking in on Yelp, queried if Target accepts Android Pay, (YES!) associate immediately went to a superior to get the answer. Way to train, Target! My bad, I clicked "NO" on the Android Pay check-in post affirmative answer because I wasn't wearing my reading glasses. Mea culpa... There's a Starbucks, a CVS pharmacy, plenty of essentials, fashion for the family, home designs, greeting cards, gift items, user friendly self-check outs but what impressed me most was the Market, vast and totally competitive with Ralphs and Trader Joes blocks to the south of Santa Monica Boulevard at Olympic. Target LA Sawtelle is definitely a more convenient food/nutrient rich source alternative in what is otherwise a semi-food desert since the nearby Vons at Barrington and Santa Monica was razed. Rumor has it a Whole Foods will rise from Von's ashes, keep an eye on the real estate... Those blocks to the south, a neighborhood shopping destination for mobile, healthy residents is a given. But for those, who lack transportation or have disability and cannot frequent aforementioned grocers, enter navigable Target LA Sawtelle! Is Target LA Sawtelle a destination for me? Depends on what I'm shopping for. First visit, produce looked a tad tired but willing to re-visit as triple washed Organic Girl® greens were $1 less than my walkable Bristol Farms! Bought intimate apparel instead, no calories... Park Target LA Sawtelle's garage by entering off of Westgate Avenue either north to your right or southbound to your left. There's neighborhood parking with street sweeping restrictions but from what I understand, those who live here, although happy to have a new retailer in the zipcode, would rather you parked in Target's underground free lot. read more

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I was looking for Taster's Choice decaf coffee and it showed online that this location had five in stock. I tried calling to confirm, but no one picked up. In fact , II tried three times, no answer. So I went to the store, and there was no coffee. I finally found a sales person and asked About their inventory and she casually said that people steal the items. She was completely disinterested and unhelpful , absolutely ridiculous. No one could care less and I won't be going back anytime soon! read more

T is for Target, that's good enough for me! Yes! Finally a Target located in Santa Monica, I no longer have to drive to Culver City or Westwood. This location has everything you can find at a regular Target although this location is smaller. There is a Starbucks and a Pharmacy inside. Really nice and helpful staff. Large selection of wines and hard liquor. Target has its own private parking lot and some metered street parking. read more

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Daniel B. referred to this Target as "bite-sized" and "a glorified Walgreens." It's probably very convenient for Santa Monicans as far as the basics. But if you're looking for the usual large selection of clothing and jewelry and so on that you would at a normal Target, then this one-store location will sorely disappoint your consumer-hearted desire. Many items my friend and I were looking for weren't even in stock. Numerous empty shelves with already limited items? Yeah, I get it. The holidays + COVID-19, but other Target stores at the same time were not nearly as bare and meager. One major plus is free underground parking... at least during the COVID-19 pandemic (12/20/20). read more

Wow so two targets within a few miles of each other and two different results! This target right here is the one to go to!! Not and mean it and warn you not the other target near the beach of Santa Monica! Oh yea with Evan at the sales desk with a eazy and great return that went smoothly and then Emily who help me on my checkout , it was a awesome experience! The manager, team leader and the training individuals should get a raise for excellent job well done! Also knowing the rules of exchange! This was ten times better the. It's sister store and the terrible manager Tammy who ruined my entire experience at the other target! I really hope this store goes and retrains the other store to have them at the same level as them!! Awesome Target!!! Evan and Emily! Rock and roll! read more

Target - Department Stores Near Me - Los Angeles, California

THE WORST. I read some of the other reviews when I got here to leave mine and I see so many people are having the same experience: - Bags not put into the cart, left behind. - NO way to contact them to rectify the situation. - THEY DO NOT ANSWER THE PHONE. Phone rings incessantly no matter which extension you choose; electronics, general merch, food, then just hangs up. Clearly this is their goal. - Apathetic employees block the Chas registers that have the motorized belts (convenient for customers but they are closed, of course). - Long lines to pay while 4 employees stand around and look on and herd you into the self-checkout. Like I need someone to stand there and point to an open station. - ONE cashier working at the counter register so you have to hand each item to them individually, they scan it and (if you're lucky) put it in the bag and hand bags back to you. So much back and forth that it's not surprising they forget to give you all your bags. - I spent a week calling them at different times during business hours, hoping to get someone. Never any answer. How do they operate like this?? I will be calling upper management to see if I can get a resolution. I want my $20 worth if items I paid for. Clearly this is how Target does business - given all of the other people with this problem. This location must be a huge profit center for Target. They get to sell the same items over and over again; charge customers, keep it, put it back on the shelf, sell again. This is stealing. read more

I would give this place a negative 100 if I could. Where to begin - aisles are too narrow so carts can't get by each other like every other Target. Organization of the store makes no sense whatsoever. Check out lanes not open so you either have to self checkout or use the return lines which have space for maybe five items. And because I had to use the return line, the cashier packs the bags and puts them wherever they fit which caused at least two of my bags not to make it into the cart. I've been trying to call this Target for 30 minutes to find the bags they left behind but NO ONE ANSWERS THE PHONE IN ANY DEPARTMENT!!!!!!!!!! It takes a lot to piss me off but this store and everything about it is so miserable I'll never ever ever shop there again!!! Update: I ended up calling for an hour and STILL NO ONE ANSWERED. I went back to the store and asked for the manager since I didn't see the cashier who helped me. I told him I'd been calling the store for an hour and no one answered the phone. Geo needs a refresher course in customer service. I asked where the cashier was that checked me out since she would be the obvious choice to help since she would know what happened to my bags. He would only tell me she wasn't here right now. I kept asking him to look for my bags but he refused and was rude about it. One of the other (female) cashiers comes and whispers something in his ear and points to a grocery bag on the counter that says left behind. In true misogynist fashion, Geo dismisses her and when I ask to see the bag, he refuses. So then I ask him to look for my bags and he tells me because it's been over two hours (which it hadn't) my items would have been put back in the store. I then remind him that for a straight hour no one answered the phone and he told me they were "busy with multiple callers." Another lie with attitude. Geo offers to refund my money for the items that went missing. I show him my receipt where I'd highlighted what was left behind. I tell him I want to double check and ask for a pen which he ignores and starts mansplaining I should have highlighted the items as I took them out of the bag. I pointed out that I already did that and again asked for a pen so I could double check. He ignores me again. He shoves my receipt at me and in true misogynistic fashion, dismisses me. As I'm packing up my receipt I ask who his manager is. Geo says he's not here right now. I said when will he be here. He asked me why do you need to know that. I again ask for his name and he mutters Jonathan under his breath. If you're still reading this, I'm impressed! I've never written a scathing review like this but this pathetic excuse for a Target and it's manager, Geo, are simply the worst. The worst! As I'm putting away my If you're still read more

I had the worst experience at this target location today. First off when I asked about an item to three employees chatting together the lady wasn't helpful until I insisted for her help then at the checkout I mentioned to the cashier that I wanted cash back but after she checked out my items I realized we didn't do the cash back. When I asked what could be done she and another employee said I could buy a small item like candy. I don't want any candy. Also the only reason I went into The store was to get cash back to give a homeless lady I saw doing laundry across the street and decided to pick up 2 items I wanted to get. When I came up with I could return one item then purchase it back they told me I would need to join the line ??!! That's customer service for you !! I would like to think seeing that the cashier knew I did want cash back initially they would somehow help me faster but they were oblivious. Really unbelievable ! Then I decided to return the both items and not even get the cash back as I was that pissed off by the POOR customer service. And I was still out 10 cents as I was still charged for the bag. I will never go to this location again. read more

Target is conveniently located, however I agree with other reviews about the customer service and energy being off. I don't know why the employees aren't that friendly and low key a little mean when you ask for help :( read more

The absolute worst target store I have ever been to in my life. Stay the hell away from this store. There is always holes in the ceiling, repairs being done so you can't push cart comfortably. Their scanners for the carts never work. This store is a shit show. Also, when all their equipment fails, they are rude about it! read more

This location is super convenient for people who live in Santa Monica or West LA. The parking is easy and doesn't require validation. But the store is so tiny!!! It often doesn't have what I'm looking for, unless I'm only looking for a very staple item (or if I'm not picky about the variety). I have had some good buys here, but for most shopping trips will still at least drive over to the Westwood location. I think 1/3 of this store is dedicated to grocery items, and the freezer section is disproportionally large, so if that's what you're looking for, this could be your store! read more

It's convenient only when things are stocked, which is very rare. Also, when will they fix the escalator??? read more

Target - Escalator up to the store never working . - Department Stores Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The customer isn't as good as others, I'm a huge fan of Target and I usually visit new targets in the area, for one these staff seem very dreary and lack of sleep or rest, two I asked an associate is this a city target and she barely wanted to answer my question "thanks for being very welcoming"! I guess, another thing too is no one knows half this stuff that is there,lastly being followed around the store is pretty sickening, I won't be visit f this target anytime soon. PS, the entire staff needs training all over again. read more

Target - Department Stores Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you want to see a Target with the size of a Walgreens, you came to the right place. This is must be an LA thing because a Target that have their underground parking with parking fees every hours, who does that? Obviously not in San Diego, but again does it make sense if anyone would like to hang out inside a Target for more than an hour? Probably not, I mean the homeless people don't drive, so why should they park their cars down below this structure anyway. And again if you're like me, just trying to find a spot to hang around until the traffic die down, then you might stay longer than an hour, I can maybe try to move my car in and out every hour to avoid paying parking fee, but this Target has nothing to offer me, the toy aisle pretty empty, like I said they limit the toys to one aisle only, no collectibles, no Marvel Legends, they got a few left over stuffs, so just like any Walgreens or CVS drugs stores, I just can't stay here, and they were so rich that within a 20 miles radius they have 3 Targets but zero Walmart, I mean people here boycotted Walmart or what? but again if you just go in for groceries and leave, yeah you're in the right place. Btw I felt bad for the dog who sat outside the entrance waiting for the owner to came back, so I guess no pets allowed either. Oh well off to check out another Target read more

Honestly the worst Target I have ever been to. I have never seen a Target so short staffed! Also, selection is very sub par. Be prepared for long wait times and pick up orders with missing items! read more

Literally, some of the worst customer service I've ever had. Unhelpful, unengaged employees. My daughter wanted to try on some clothes before buying them. Asked "customer service" 3 times to unlock the dressing room, but nobody seemed to have the keys. They just called someone else on the walkie talkie and said they'd meet us at the dressing room area. Waited about 20 minutes total before giving up and going to another store. wont Be returning any time soon. read more

I seriously question the low ratings... PEOPLE PLEEZE... If you don't like the size of this Target, move to the Valley where life is suburban and big. This Target is designed to be a neighborhood, URBAN, small footprint target. And, it's an awesome one at that. Here's what I love: 1) this Target carries ALL THE BASICS if you're looking for groceries ((organic, too), household or beauty/personal care products. 2) the service and knowledge provided by the in-house CVS pharmacy is PHENOMENAL. It beats all the other neighborhood options around here. Kathy (Head pharmacist) and her staff really knock themselves out. 3) Great neighborhood vibe. The location is awesome--we live nearby and it's truly walkable. Super down-home friendly staff who are not only super professional, but they acknowledge returning customers. What more can I say? I'm just really enjoying this life changing addition to our neighborhood. read more

why do they even HAVE a phone number??? they never answer the phone and when you walk in you see why. three staff employees are sitting on the closed check out stands just talking crap. These "new" satellite Target stores are beyond useless. never stocked. spoiled fruit. ridiculous to navigate with or without a cart. I walk up to the check out stand to pay for my item and just then the employee decides he has a quick errand to do rather than processing my purchase. I'm not making any of this up. Initially I assumed target doesn't provide a training period then realized how wrong I am! Target, without a question, must be training the staff on how to be ineffective, be even more ineffective and told them, "When the phone rings that means you DON'T answer it!" read more

https://www.target.com/sl/la-sawtelle/3231 (Link for this target.) Is this place the Best or what? It's open until 11 PM most nights. They have a grocery section so you don't have to drive to a grocery store for many items and at prices usually less than you would pay at Ralphs, Whole Foods, or Vons or most other places. They have a CVS drug store with more limited hours--check the website-- so you don't have to drive to 26th Street or San Vicente. They have bicycle racks on Santa Monica Blvd to lock up or the post in front of the store entrance. But best of all: You can order many things online at Target.com for same day pickup if they stock it or future day pickup. I have been doing this for a long time with other Targets. So it's like we have a Super Target in the neighborhood even though its a mini-Target. When I order online, if the item is in stock like toothpaste or vitamins, it is ready for pickup within 30 minutes sometimes less. Depends on how busy they are. You just show your ID, they get the bag or box, and you are on your way. They also have a Starcrooks coffee inside. But keep in mind, Starcrooks just licenses the name and provides the coffee, it's not an official Starcrooks so I would not get fancy with the drinks here. read more

Target - Apartment Building on top of the mini-Target. - Department Stores Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I walked in and the fire alarms were going off. I've visited plenty of Targets before and never had this issue so that was odd. It went on for a good 5-8 minutes as well. Bathrooms are in the back but you need a code to get in. I guess you are supposed to ask someone for that? It wasn't made super clear. The only reason I knew was because there was a high amount of Target employees going in and out of the area. Inventory seemed small (even for an urban target like this one) but I think most of the essentials were there. read more

We will call this new Westside Target "Target Lite" it's all shiny and new and has the basics in all departments but without the superstore selection. They have a well staffed pharmacy and a Starbucks. What the store lacks is good employees (at least the evening I was there) One female supervision and her male employee admirer were completely oblivious to me and other shoppers looking around for items (I found on my own thanks) Not good. None of the employees looked too thrilled to be there or seemed to be helping anyone. Not a great first impression guys. read more

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I really wanted to like this target because of how close it is from my place. However, I will be going to the Westwood location for several reasons: 1. I don't know how they can't keep their inventory correct when they literally have nothing I need. Don't believe it when the app says it's in stock. 2. No drive up option for online orders 3. Their escalator has been broken for weeks now. 4. They messed up on my mobile order - they put a less expensive one. If I didn't check, I wouldve gotten a wrong item and got overcharged. The whole staff is really nice though. read more

What a poor excuse for a Target. This place is so bite-sized, it must be one of the smallest target stores in the nation because their selection is severely limited. So much so, that it feels more like a glorified Walgreens. Indeed the 1-floor target is super , super small. The fact they have a parking garage is also hilarious as it's strictly exclusive to their store. It's not like it's a 'share' amongst other stores similar to rite aid and fat burger on wildfire. It would be better served them to expand their store, rather than be so overly concerned with accommodating customers parking situation. I came in here for simply cat litter and feed. Unlike most targets, they only had the grocery store sized litter and feed! Ridiculous. And that's for all brands. Why? Because they don't even have the shelf-space for the larger bags. Pathetic! read more