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    Trader Joe's

    4.5 (96 reviews)
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    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
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    Caught my eye and purchased both :)
    Nikiba J.

    Here, There, Everywhere! A friend suggested I should try Trader Joe's for my grocery needs, never been so let's go. Con: Not many convenient locations. I'm in the 77478 area code and the closest is 25 minutes no traffic. Pro: Very large vegan options of frozen dinners, already prepared meals and GMO options. Con: Not your everyday local grocery store items where you can 1 stop grocery shop, unless you're 100% all the way boogie. Pro: Quality selections at a low cost. Would I return? Only if I'm in the area and yes I would recommend.

    Brianna M.

    Always stocked / organized and have all the trader Joe staples. My fave seaweed chips and scallion pancakes are right where I left them and the staff is friendly as always. It's always a sense of excitement to see what new finds they have to get addicted to and then find out it's seasonal. They play a good selection of grocery store hits.

    Food haul: Coffee Bean Blast ice cream, PB Pretzel Nuggets, Scallion pancakes, Veggie samosas, and Shrimp tempura
    Gin Y.

    Since it's Fall season, I've been going to Trader Joe's to try out their Fall items, as well as other items that I've enjoyed or really wanted to try. Here's the breakdown below of the items that I've tried: Lobster bisque (3.5/5): Creamy enough, nice seafood taste. But, there wasn't a lot of lobster pieces in it. Coffee Blast ice cream (4/5): great coffee flavor. Creamy. But, there was less coffee bean flecks in it than I remembered. So, that was a bummer. Cold Brew concentrate (2/5): the coffee was too acidic and not as aromatic as other coffees I've tried. It's very strong in caffeine content, though. Sparkling peach black tea (3/5): this was pretty good. It tasted like a non-alcoholic version of the fuzzy navel drink. Strawberry ice cream mochi balls (5/5): the ice cream had such a beautiful strawberry flavor and melded well with the soft, chewy mochi. Caramel apple ice cream mochi balls (2/5): I didn't enjoy this one. It tasted more like an apple jolly rancher with no caramel flavor. I would rather eat the strawberry mochi instead. Vegetable samosas (5/5): these little bad boys were fire! The veggie filling had a wonderful blend of spices in it. It had a slight kick to it as well. I liked the texture of the peas and potatoes inside. Definitely air fry these samosas for a beautiful crunch on the outside. Great value at 12 samosas for just $4! Pumpkin flavored Joe-Joe's (4/5): I don't know that I would label these as pumpkin flavored, but they did have a pleasant gingersnap flavored creme filling with a graham cracker flavored cookie. Pumpkin spiced Joe-Joe's (1/5): I didn't know they also had a pumpkin spiced version of this cookie with an outer yogurt coating to it. I didn't enjoy this one. The yogurt coating was too sweet and the cookie cream filling tasted too much of cinnamon. Chocolate lava cakes (5/5): If you love chocolate, this one's for you. Aromatic, moist chocolate cake with an intense chocolatey ganache sauce in the center. Chef's kiss. Peanut butter filled pretzels (4/5): Beautiful peanut butter filling with a nicely salty pretzel exterior. This is a satisfying snack when you're just feeling peckish. Dark chocolate peanut butter cups (5/5): Think of a Reese's peanut butter cup, but instead with an aromatic, slightly bitter dark chocolate outer coating. The dark chocolate and peanut butter were both intense in flavor. But, they stood up to each other to make this snack delicious. Dark chocolate espresso beans (5/5): Love the dark chocolate coating with the aromatic, roasted coffee beans. Be careful eating too many of these beans, as they're strong. Spanakopita (5/5): Wow. This was delicious! We air fried these bad boys, so the phyllo dough was crispy and fluffy. The spinach filling was flavorful with a slight tang from the feta cheese. Now, I've had spanakopita in the past and normally don't like it. I think the spinach filling in the TJ version is milder in flavor than other spanakopitas I've tried, which is probably why I like the TJ version so much. Korean style beef short ribs (galbi) (4/5): Nice beef flavor and galbi marinade, although a bit sweet. It does require thawing and cooking on a pan. What I really liked about this galbi was that you can get a pound of meat (and bones) for $13.99. I mean, you couldn't get this much meat from a Korean restaurant. There's about six long pieces of galbi in the bag, which was pretty generous. Serve this galbi with some steamed rice, and you've got a complete meal. Speculoos cookie butter (5/5): Bomb! I ate this on its own with a spoon, which is THE BEST way to eat this. The only way I can describe the flavor is that of a more aromatic, nutty, and creamy version of a graham cracker. It was so good! I did pair it with some butter cookies, but it tasted way better spread over toast to let the cookie butter shine. I read that this cookie butter can be made into a milkshake as well. I will have to experiment more with this cookie butter. It's definitely different and in its own category compared to your typical peanut butter or Nutella. Chili spiced, dried mango (3.5/5): this was fun to eat. This definitely had a hefty amount of spices coating the dried mangoes. So, it tasted salty, sour, sweet, and only slightly spicy. I'm not sure if it was all the spices or the mangoes themselves, but the mango flavor itself wasn't very prominent. I got more of a fruity taste, but not that of mango. Customer service overall is great here. They'll go out of their way to locate an item you're looking for, and they're friendly as well. Come and check TJ's out if you want to stock up on some fun snacks, especially their seasonal offerings.

    Tranika T.

    We've been to this location over the years the employees are always nice, however on this particular HOT summer day my kids and I came in. One of the employees Will was stocking the ice cream and he noticed my 6 year old daughter looking so he told her to come over and look at the different flavor/options he had then he asked if she would like to try one before making a decision! So my daughter and I got to try one of the chocolate chip mini cones and we decided to buy them. Thanks Will!! Also they have great deals on their beauty/face selections. I always buy my face wash (tea tree oil) and eye serum from here!

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    Lcb F.

    Love exploring at Trader Joe's. The Westheiner location in Houston was very clean. The aisles were tidy. The products were fresh and well arranged. The layout of the store was easy to follow with product placement that made sense. Products that complement each other were located in nearby shelves or aisles. The staff were friendly and helpful.

    I approve of these addictive organic elote corn chips!
    Ly N.

    Was told about these elote chips I HAD TO TRY. She was adamant about how great they were that it somehow influenced me to immediately go buy them next day. I planned to go by the Westheimer + Voss location as I had no clue this one near Kirkwood even existed. Only stumbled upon this location as I was driving by and had to literally bust a U-turn. This particular location is not that big but it packed all of the items I was looking for and I walked away with a couple items I couldn't wait to try. If I had to recommend an additional item other than the elote chips, I would say the corn Chile tomato-less salsa! ITS DAMN GOOD. This store is super clean and organized. Checkout counters are spaced out and not crowded by crap. Had a great experience with the happy person that checked me out today.

    Caylan J.

    Trader Joe's is just the best. Employees are so helpful and nice. I was looking for the watermelon sticks and a young man found the last too for me. Always top notch service. Tried the key lime popcorn this time too and almost didn't even get it! So glad that my favorite employee ever, Mark, recommended it! I'll be back for my next snack attack :)

    Secco Grapefruit Pompellini!!!
    Cynthia J.

    I love how close this Trader Joe's is to where I live! It's so convenient!! Trader Joe's is good for quick microwave meals that are somewhat more healthier than most and come in a variety of different ethnic foods. Most are very tasty with good portion sizes. They have a good variety of organic fruits and vegetables that are very fresh, jellies, honeys, specialty spices, and frozen fruits, grains, meats and veggies. This is not, in my opinion, your one stop grocery store. This a place to get items that you can't find in your local grocery store. They also have a good selection of well-priced wines and beers! The staff here are very nice and personable! It is never too crowded or busy which I like!

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    I go to TJs for vegetables. I don't really buy a lot of prepackaged food but the gluten free items are usually solid choices.

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    i got the chilly line chips and they were scrumptious ooo lawddd they were so gooddddd try themmm

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    4 years ago

    It sets back from road with good parking; typical store for specialty grocery items. It is a good change from the big box stores.

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    Just wanted to leave a review because my cashier was excellent, very helpful friendly and funny

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    Amazing, affordable, and delicious food products. Staff are also very welcoming and attentive. Love it

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    Phillip was very helpful and a blessing at the same time . God bless his heart definitely best customer service I've had a Trader Joe's

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    This is my favorite location in Houston. Staff is always friendly and helpful. It is nice to come in and the many cashier's remember you.

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    Super helpful staff! Great wine prices! The flower and plant department is rock star! Shopping here is a fun adventure!!

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    Phoenicia Specialty Foods

    4.4(891 reviews)
    13.3 miDowntown
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    I went to Phoenicia Specialty foods for the first time ever and realized I have wasted the last 8…read moreyears since I moved to Houston having never been here before, because wow! I mean my pocket book is probably better for it because I want to buy the whole store but honestly I've been missing out. The place is cute and welcoming from the corner sign on the building to the moment you step in- bright, inviting, great displays so you know where to go. You can't get lost in here with the signage, but you can't definitely get lost in the aisles with all the great, unique choices. The ready food display has so many Mediterranean treats, some I've had before some I've never heard of and everything I tried was amazing. We got the cabbage rolls and Armenian veggie dolmas. Great flavor, both specific items I haven't had before. Nice citrus, spiced flavor to these. I'd say they're have to try items. Not only found jarred tomato paste, which I've been on the hunt for but they had choices in this category and that's another first for me. Will have to go back and try the others. Also got the cured Serrano ham -amazing. And I thought the prices were going to be insane having a spot right in the middle of the city and nope- pleasantly surprised for my goodies, great prices even less than some of the other stores I frequent in the suburbs. I'll be back again and again and again until I try the whole store lol. Definitely give them a try, you won't regret it

    My niece and I checked out Phoenicia's for lunch, which was surprisingly delicious…read more My niece has simplistic tastes, so she opted for the chicken burger, which I tried of course. Perfectly seasoned, crispy exterior. The sweet potato fries were equally delicious. I got the Hill Country salad. Same tender but crispy chicken on a bed of greens with berries. So good. Definitely bookmarked as a return option.

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    4.2(13 reviews)
    13.7 miDowntown, EaDo

    My father and I were both a little confused when we walked in because we were expecting what would…read morebe a moderately sized grocery store, and this is nothing more than what you'd find at a convenience store at a gas station (which it isn't, it's a store in a strip mall). Nevertheless, it had most of what we were looking for, basically just drinks and snacks for our 2-day stay in Houston. My father wanted bakery items for breakfast and settled for the usual Hostess and Hostess-like choices you'd find at, again, a convenience store. However, the gentleman behind the register was pleasant and helpful. A customer came in and while checking out casually mentioned he had a close friend die the day before in a car crash. The cashier was very sympathetic and listened to the guy without interrupting or trying to hurry him along. In all, the store has the basics. But if you're looking for an actual grocery store like what you'd typically find in the downtown area of a large city, this is not it.

    A nice little gem near downtown! They do have nice wine…read moreselections and some stock for essentials. Their wine selection is fantastic, which reflects the owner's good taste :) Have to say their daily essentials like mouthwash water saved my life! It's fantastic to find such convenience store near downtown with a few things, but everything seems to hit the point. Bravo for the owners for the great selection of just everything!

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    2.5(136 reviews)
    12.5 miMidtown, Fourth Ward
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    The security is always rude with DoorDash and UberEats bicycle toward us he treat us as homeless…read moreand he doesn't watch bicycle outside one time a homeless touched my bag and the security was on his phone talking with his friend acting like a lazy not doing his job. This location is becoming worst of treating user bikers who do DoorDash/Uber in order to make a money living!!

    This Randall's is always giving "sketchy-but-convenient" energy…read more Pro tip: if you're driving, park in the garage. I know it seems backwards, but you're way less likely to get approached by someone asking you to buy them something. For the record, the store doesn't feel unsafe--homeless unsafe--but sometimes, you just want to grab your groceries in peace. Now, something that never fails to annoy me: one of the entrance doors is always locked. Every time. So you're forced to walk around to the main entrance. Minor, but annoying. Thankfully, the elevators from the garage always work, so silver lining there if you park downstairs. Today I was reminded of another classic Randall's feature: the smell. I stopped in on my bike to grab some veggies and, like clockwork, was hit with that signature aroma, somewhere between a porta-potty and a city park at noon in July. I think it was coming from outside this time... but I've definitely caught a whiff inside before too. Is it overpriced? Yes. Is it so conveniently located that I keep coming back anyway? Also yes. To be fair, the prepared food section and the bread game are on point. If carbs are a love language, this place is fluent. Bonus points: they've added EV charging for our green-driving friends. But I think they shrank some of the parking spots. I watched a jacked-up truck on stilts struggle to park in a handicap space. Waiting for the driver to hop out onto the hood of the next car over.

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    3.9(275 reviews)
    9.3 miWest University
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    There are likely better HEBs out there but I still love this West U location all the same. Where…read moreother stores may be newer with a larger parking lot and bigger selection, I have still managed to get everything I want from this location. I find the service is excellent, the store is clean, the prices are average, but the inventory is always well stocked. In terms of reliability, the latter is crucial. Parking here can be a challenge. The lanes are narrow and there are only so many entrances to the lot. While folks are constantly battling for parking, the store itself is rarely ever that busy. The cart staff is good about keeping the lot relatively free of carts and are good about keeping the front area organized. I have had good experiences with their bakery and deli, especially for catering. I'm all about rocking the buttered tortillas when they're available. I love their produce selection and have been a big fan of their fresh peanut butter machines. While the cashier's are usually quick, the more popular way to go is through self-check out. The service is the most underrated aspect in my opinion. They've been supremely helpful in bringing groceries out to my vehicle for me (especially when there's a lot), they're on top of the curbside pickup, and they're excellent about helping folks find what they need. Big ups to the West U H-E-B team.

    I was a bit surprised by the service and my experience. I was at the deli counter for a while…read morebefore I was acknowledged and provided service. A Hispanic gentleman approached and before she could finish with me she was taking his order. Yes the lady was Hispanic. Not making any allegations just describing what happened. This was at 5 pm on Tuesday September 1st. As I continued shopping in the store I was approached by a young woman with a child and food in a shopping cart asking for money. After asking her a few questions and another young man lingering near by I concluded it was a scam. I offered her some resources where she could go and get food right away and not have to walk around the store asking for money. She did not take me up on those resource's. I picked up my remaining items and at the check out I reported to the cashier that there is a lady walking around the store with a child and food in the basket asking for money. The cashier looked at me as if I were crazy and then the young lady putting my items in the bag thanked me. Unfortunately, I did not get the impression it was going to go any further.

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    4.3(937 reviews)
    8.3 miHighland Village
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    Central Market is such a fun grocery store and easily one of the best places in Houston for finding…read moreinteresting, unusual products. I feel like every time I go, I discover something new that I didn't even know existed. The selection is incredible, the store feels very upscale, and the staff is always extremely friendly and helpful. That said, Houston desperately needs another two or three Central Markets because this one is almost always a madhouse. The parking lot is crowded, the store is crowded, and the sandwich line at lunch can be ridiculous. The layout is also basically a maze designed to make you walk past every department before you find what you're looking for. Somehow, though, wandering through the maze is part of the fun. I do wish the Central Market app worked more like the regular H-E-B app. You can search for an item and see what section it's in, but it doesn't give you a useful store map showing where that section actually is. In a store this complicated, that would be incredibly helpful. It's definitely expensive, and if you fall in love with some small niche product, I wouldn't necessarily count on it being there forever. But overall, I really enjoy shopping here. Even when I only need a couple of things, I inevitably end up wandering around just to see what interesting new products I can find.

    I've been here several times each time to get different things and have a different experience…read moreeverytime always great This is like the ultimate grocery store especially if you wanna prepare a specialized meal. I love the floral section and the olive bar. Also, the sandwich, soup and salad are phenomenal. They have many dry spices and seasonings to take home and you can get just as much though as little as you need. I really enjoy the store. They have alot of samples on the weekend and it's a cooking class (scheduled) upstairs They have an extensive wine and champagne selection. Everyone is very knowledgeable and helpful a lot this place so much highly recommended.

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