Came here to get flowers and cards for my coworkers for their birthdays (I always come here for this too). They had unloaded a pallet of the mini tote bags, which I wasn't interested in purchasing. I had walked up to the bin to pick up a bag to LOOK at it to see what the fuss was about when an employee aggressively holds her hand in front of the bag I'm reaching for and says, "HI, we'll hand them to you if you stand in the line". 1. Why are you being rude? 2. There wasn't a line anywhere AND I just witnessed people bum rushing and grabbing several bags before she even got there. I love Trader Joe's and it is my go to for grocery shopping. I have never been treated this way before and I've gone to several Trader Joe's around the Bay Area. This has left a bad taste in my mouth and I will not be returning. All over a silly, useless bag. read more

The parking here is terrible! I would go to the Trader Joe's anywhere but here! The staff were very nice tho. We had one girl do the checkout and the bagging so it was very slow. They need to hire more staff. read more

Trader Joe's - Grocery Near Me - Menlo Park, California

One of my favorite Trader Joe's that I go to often easy to park in the parking lot or street friendly staff all the things that you like about Trader Joe's plus a thing that we saw is there is pictures of people's pets in the pet food section that is pretty cool and we will have to put our picture there too read more

This is my local Trader Joe's and I come at least once a week! Well organized, friendly staff, decent product selection. I also feel like it's less frenetic - both inside the store and outside parking lot - than the San Carlos location. While I slightly prefer the Palo Alto location (because it feels like they have more in stock), this is a convenient location, no parking issues, and close to Starbucks/banks/Walgreens/etc for multi-tasking downtown. Staff also always picks up the phone and is nice enough when I call to ask about their totes (yes sorry I'm one of those). read more

I love how spacious this Trader Joe's is. The aisles are wide. Everything is spread out so you don't feel so crammed in. It's a great place to shop. read more

This is by far my favorite TJ's (and I live close to three). The gentle Menlo Park neighborhood vibe is always there, and I love that. The only drawback is that the wine bar is now closed, and sources tell me that's permanent and it'll now be torn down to make room for more merchandise. No! The wine bar was a unique facet of this local asset, and I've missed it since it disappeared during Covid. It also had a wonderful manager, who truly had a passion for fine wines. Bring it back--don't destroy it. This is what makes you far superior to Whole Foods and Draeger's. The TJ's wine bar was one of the few remaining fabulous shooping experiences that make Menlo Park so fabulous. read more

I'm writing to report an incident that occurred at your Menlo Park store this morning, around 8:30 am. A Trader Joe's employee crashed a line of shopping carts into my parked car. The employee was a balding, white male with brown hair and glasses. I would appreciate it if you could address this issue and take appropriate action to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. read more

This is my neighborhood Trader Joe's! It's not as overstimulating as the Palo Alto location, and I always have better luck here for fresh florals. The best bet is to go earlier in the day. I grabbed a few of the disco ball indoor plants, Japanese sweet potatoes, and wild salmon. Beauty Products: I love the new leave in hair conditioner I think it's a dupe for ouai. My favorite skin / hair care oils are here too (marula + argan). I've been collecting some of the cute tote bags too, and I always look forward to knew ones that come out. Never had to wait very long in line and everyone is very helpful and accommodating. They truly know how to make you feel like a person. read more

The prices are incomparable. The service cant be beat. The coolest items in the frozen and regular aisles and always a joy having to play find-the-seasonal-item and snagging our favorite items - pineapple juice, coconut milk, butter etc. Awesome all around, will definitely be coming back.! read more

Trader Joe's - Grocery Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Very busy shop and very frienfly cashier. Good place to get daily grocery or some items which you don't find in other places. The stuff was organized nicely. It is always a nice experience to shop here read more

Trader Joe's - Grocery Near Me - Menlo Park, California

This is a very nice TJ location in the Palo Alto area. It is well equipped as a TJ location should be for all your grocery needs. All staff are taking measures to fight COVID-19. All shopping carts are sanitized before use, so no worries there. The employees wear their face masks correctly and diligently. But for some reason something was amiss at this location. At first I thought it was the inconsistent produce (got a bad batch of grapes) but that wasn't it. Parking spots were pretty small without clear demarcation lining. The loading area is also open for everyone to see which somewhat destroyed the TJ neighborhood feel. And for some reason a few staff members were loud/yelling. Besides these issues, this is a pretty good location for all your usual TJ items. read more

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What can I say? It's Trader Joe's!!! This particular location usually has a lot more stuff in stock compared to my local TJ's (Fremont). I have been able to get the hard-to-find seasonal items like the Turkeyless loaf, Ube Mochi Pancake Mix and things like that at this location. The employees here are super nice and love where they work. Like other locations, the employees are extremely helpful and knowledgeable about their products and incoming products. The plant selection here is also pretty sweet! read more

This is a nice TJ's in Menlo Park. It feels a little bigger than the one down the street in Town and Country. There was quite a lot of space near the front of the door which is unusual. There is a sizable parking lot here which is cool. I stopped by to grab some items and it was a breeze. I really like their "Hold the Cone" mini ice cream cones. They are the perfect size and you don't feel guilty eating one. Their frozen xiao long bao are also not bad too. The cashier was really nice too! read more

just stopped in TJ's in Menlo Park where I've shopped on & off since it's opening. your boy Jed does not belong behind a register. 0 personality, never said hello after I greeted him, never made eye contact , kinda tossed my food aside. never said a word. seriously? TJ's where most employees are always beyond helpful. what a dud you have there. read more

This was truly the worst Trader Joe's experience I have ever had, and it is because two of the workers there were very rude and belittling. It started when I was happy to find some green produce bags for my produce, and the man stocking the bags spoke to me so disparagingly when he pointed to a set of produce bags I hadn't seen. Then when I was leaving the store, one of the handles to my paper Trader Joe's bags broke and my groceries spilled on the ground. I went inside and politely asked for a replacement bag since mine broke, and the worker just told me "you know those bags cost money." Wow, what a miserable place with some terrible workers who are so belittling and rude. I would never recommend this place. read more

For anyone with a piercing get traders joes tea tree oil. Trust me it has saved my life multiple times from getting an annoying piercing bump or keloid. A dab twice daily will cure all your problems And woo hoo for Trader Joe's getting more unique desserts. Try their alcoholic macarons. To my surprise even got carded when I bought some read more

Lovely store! Friendly, knowledgeable, helpful staff. Always fresh and delicious produce, herbs, and dairy. Jojo the Monkey is always hiding somewhere on the shelves. Even when full of customers, the store feels laid back and cozy. I've been a customer for over a decade and never get tired of it. Keep it up folks, great job! read more

I am glad that this Trader Joe's is here. Aside from the traffic that does not seem to let up at any hour of the day, this place has always had everything I needed. It really does remind me of being out in the island markets back home where everyone is looking for good, quality items. Their veggies and fruits are fresh, and the frozen ones are good too. I am a fan of the Trader Joe's frozen organic blueberries for smoothies. All the workers are at it, constantly stocking and fixing shelves-that way it doesn't look like someone just ravaged through and did not think of others on the way. I appreciate that each worker is always willing to help, and all of them are knowledgeable as to where you can find items if they cannot walk you there themselves. I love that they have the reusable bags hanging because it adds to the décor of the store, and you can see them better. I remember you had them at the registers and had to file through them to see ones you liked. Good move, Trader Joes. One of the best places to go in Menlo Park that has all you need for your home. Be sure to stop by! read more

Good salad kits, cheese selections and sauces. Their milk is less expensive than Safeway and a good selection of fruit and vegetables. A lot of the frozen foods have a lot of sodium. They need more pasta choices. The employees are friendly and helpful but need more familiarity with what's available. read more

For an out of Towner I gotta say this is an awesome store. Every singe crew member is amazing helpful kind and actually talks to you and looks generally happy to have you as their guest !!! If you get a chance go see Bob Roxanna and Josue they are the best ! Thank you for your kindness read more

TJ's butternut squash triangoli is excellent: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/trader-joes-menlo-park?select=g39QB7Osqwpbdod8eq8RMA#g39QB7Osqwpbdod8eq8RMA Pair it with TJ's olive oil, TJ's roasted pine nuts, and TJ's Parmigiano-Reggiano read more

Trader Joe's - TJ's butternut squash triangoli: excellent. Pair it with TJ's olive oil, TJ's roasted pine nuts, and TJ's Parmigiano-Reggiano - Grocery Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I prefer this Trader Joe's most in the peninsula for having perceptibly less customer traffic over time. Don't get me wrong- it can get busy, but I feel as though I retain more of my personal space at this location versus other TJs. While I've noticed occasional supply limitations (particularly around the holidays) and, in my experience, less selection than other TJs, it has sufficient variety and reliability for regular grocery shopping that doesn't break the bank. Great staff. read more

Lots of fresh, organic fruits, veggies, and meats. They had a wonderful sample of almond Kringle to try, absolutely delicious. Lots of high end choices, all kinds of stuff to try from regular food to exotics. Wide, clean aisles make shopping easy. read more

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Better than my local TJ's in Campbell! Came in here today to pick up some good ish we need at home for the next few days and it was like walking into Anal-Neatfreak-Grocery-Store heaven! Everything is laid out so nicely and neatly, plus there's tons of space to maneuver your sweet tush around while shopping. There were NO lines whatsoever and it seems like this place doesn't get as cramped or busy as the one I normally hit up 2-3x a week (@ the Pruneyard in Campbell). Top 2 reasons why I love TJ's? 1. Sprouted Multi-Grain Bread! Best sandwich bread ever. I'm not a fan of white bread or any type of bread without the taste of whole wheat or grains in em, yes I know...this is the healthy side of me talkin. TJ's Sprouted bread tastes way better than Ezekiel bread and it's much more affordable. We go through these like there's no tomorrow. (Well, I'm only allowed 2 slices in the morn w/ my eggs, but for off season, I'll be sure to make more PB&J sammiches with these!) 2. Pre-washed and ready to cook brussel sprouts! Yes, I'm a fan of brussel sprouts! So what?! For $1.99 a bag, these make a great side dish to my lean protein for my last meal of the day. Bake them in the oven with olive oil, ground black pepper & balsamic vinegar! Mmmmm, mmm! read more

I don't know how it's hunsnely possible that this store constantly has rotten produce that's it's either semi rotten/getting there or it will be rotten once it arrives home. Such low quality produce it's unbelievable. Will never come back here again for produce. The rest of the usual trader Joe selection is standard here and fine. Service is meh and customers meh as well. Have no idea who gave this place 5 stars. For the prices in the area they could at least provide non rotting produce for once seriously lol. read more

I grew up in RWC most of life, so I've had the option of going to the Belmont location or the MP one. I always opted to go to Belmont, but going to the MP for the first time...I gotta say this one is my favorite. When I lived in Willow Glen, I've visited the ones in San Jose and Campbell but this Menlo Park one seriously has the employees and for some reason I like the layout of the store better. Sure, they all look identical but there are small details that I've noticed here that makes me appreciate this location a bit better than the others. Not much to know in this review...just wanted to give a shout out to this TJ in particular. read more

This is one of two Trader Joe's that I frequently visit but unfortunately I bought expired produce. I should have checked the date as well. Not sure why they were out and honestly don't care because I have had only one bad experience at this particular location but over all it's a nice market and most of the team members are very professional. All I would like is for safe food practices to be upheld. read more

Trader Joe's - Bought 11/12/20I believe it expired 11/11/20 - Grocery Near Me - Menlo Park, California

This is a great TJ's -- courteous and wonderful employees, great selection, clean, and gives happy vibes. Great music! Great selection of stuff that I need and didn't know I wanted but am glad that I tried! And, the Fearless Flyer is a delight to read. Lots of parking around the store for cars and bicycles. I dislike grocery shopping, but this TJ's makes it a fun experience. Thanks for being so upbeat, Menlo Park TJ's! read more

I have been shopping here at Trader Joe's for many years. Recently they have completely remodeled their store and have now included a winetasting area for adults over 21. I stumbled upon this wine tasting area today and was very pleasantly surprised at not only the quality of the Sauvignon Blanc that I tasted but the price also. $7.99 a bottle for Fountain Grove Sauvignon Blanc. Michael was extremely knowledgeable and over-the-top friendly and accommodating. A great employee and representative of Trader Joe's. I purchased four bottles. I took a wonderful video as well as the photo but apparently you cannot attach videos on Yelp. read more

Trader Joe's - Michael at the new Wine Tasting area !!! - Grocery Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I stopped by this location Iast week and really enjoyed my shopping experience. It was easy to get to and easy to park. The store was clean and well stocked with popular items. The service we got at the door and in front at the cashiers was very friendly and pleasant. I would highly recommend this locatiin if you are in the area! read more

- parking can be tough don't be afraid to park just outside their lot on the street or out back. So much easier. - typical Trader Joe's friendly service - slightly less crowded than the San Carlos location - current favorites: chocolate cake, Orange chicken, pork potstickers. read more

Love TJ in general but this is where I always end up for my weekly shopping! Staffs are ALWAYS so friendly and hardworking. They have fun items and organic section is growing which is great! Yes sometimes the quality of bagged veggie may not be perfect but not that bad either for the price you pay. Overall we are super happy. read more

Love Trader Joe's and this store is a better one of the lot. Of course, parking is a pain, but otherwise the store is often not crowded, even on a weekend morning. The staff is friendly and helpful and the store is clean. I wish they would reorganize a little less frequently, but otherwise I can't complain. Thank you for selling such awesome items! read more

Low levels of food literacy. Many employees have no idea what things their store sells or where the things are kept. Check packaged fruits and vegetables or you end up with moldy cherries. read more

Every Monday evening after I take Luis (my nephew) to speech therapy, we always stop by the Trader Joe's-Menlo Park,CA to stock up on food for the week. Not a visit goes by where the employee's greet him with such warmth, answer his questions/help him find something, assist in letting him bag his own groceries, and his personal favorite, the stickers he always gets! Today was no different, but it was an extra special day, as he got to ring up his items on the 'money machine.' For weeks, he's been talking about working at Trader Joe's one day, so you could imagine his excitement when 'Esteban' asked him if he wanted to help him ring up the items. I wanted to cry watching him 'work', as I worry about the role he will play in society as a working adult with cerebral palsy. So to the staff at Trader Joe's in Menlo Park, thank you for always making sure our little warrior feels accomplished grocery shopping for himself. It's a simple task to all of us, but today I found a huge sense of comfort and relief in knowing that he's going to be perfectly fine with whatever pathway he decides to pursue as an adult. read more

Trader Joe's - Esteban, bless his heart! Thank you! - Grocery Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I love Trader Joe's. I shop here every two or three days. The food prices are much better than those in Safeway, and the employees here are among the friendliest anywhere. Their frozen prepared meals could use some improvement, but they're OK for the price. read more

Since we were in the area we stopped in. If you've been to one TJ you've been to them all. This time got only 2 items: Trader Joe's organic quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) $3.99 Hummus Tuscan white bean $3.99 Total $7.98 They take credit cards. Daily: 9-9 read more

This is not a big TJ, but located in a convenient place. I regularly buy salad for lunch. There is more salad selection at this place than TJ in Palo Alto (town and country). People working here seem to be happy. Wish this place opened at 7 a.m. read more

This is the first Trader Joe's I ever really shopped at. I like their quirky foods, especially the ones that have the crazy ethnic names, like Trader Jose or Trader Chan or Trader Krzyzewski, etc... Now I gotta craving for those crazy pretzel nugget snacks. read more

This TJs is awesome!! They always seem to have everything fully stocked, especially the popular items I buy. I'm usually very disappointed with the Mountain View and Palo Alto locations because their freezers either break down a lot or they're constantly out of a product and it takes at least three days to restock. I came to this location on a Saturday evening, granted the parking lot was full and getting in and out of this tiny lot can be a pain, but it's well worth it! They are so good about keeping shelves full. Great consumer experience! I got my usuals here: Spicy shrimp Thai fried rice, Japanese edamame fried rice, orange chicken, cereal and some produce items. I appreciate the fact that they section off their organic produce away from the rest and it's reasonably priced too. They also have an extensive floral section, bigger than the other stores! I came around Easter time and the selection of spring time flowers was excellent. What I love most about TJs aside from affordability factor is their ethnic selections of food. They do a great job at corporate at challenging consumers to eat outside the box and it's a plus when a TJs is fully stocked. Happy customer here. read more