I went to the first Trader Joe's in Los Angelos, CA just a short time after they opened. I loved it! The staff was friendly and courteous and the Food and Supplement options were great. Each time I would go back to Los Angeles, I would try make a visit to them again. I was so happy when they opened in Winter Park, Florida. It is always busy and the Staff is Excellent. They have the right choices for just about anyone that wants to eat healthy. Trader Joe's really deserves a Five Hundred Star Rating. John Peele read more

I absolutely love everything about TJ's no matter where it is however Winter Park has its uniqueness! The store is always perfectly arranged and organized and the staff is gracious and kind with the best energy! Walking into the store you get to see lots of flowers and plants to purchase and there's an amazing selection including my favorite staples -raw nuts and seeds varieties, seasonings, beauty items and vitamins at exceptional prices. I can't live without my rose toner spray, leave in spray conditioner and I'm always getting hooked on some prepared food, dessert and love their garlic olive oil for cooking everything! The ready cooked gyro meat is easily heated up and when combined with the tzatziki sauce it makes a perfect quick meal! I could write books on the food but try everything and i'm sure you will love it here too! They have tons of vegan options and the ambiance is always cheery and bright! Parking is tremendously challenging here but go early or late or if you're feeling adventurous just go anytime it's definitely worth your time and money!! read more

Trader Joe's - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I love Trader Joe's. Out in Cali, they were everywhere but we only have a couple in Central Florida. I will keep dreaming for a location in Clermont. In the meantime, I will drive to this location when I'm in the area or to the Dr. Philips location. This location is the worst when it comes to parking so I avoid it like the plague whenever possible. I lucked out today and snagged a spot within minutes of pulling in to the parking lot. The issue is there are several stores sharing a very small parking lot. Very poorly planned by the developers. I can usually find everything I need at this location with most items being in stock. My friend however struck out on 2 items being sold out today. Good prices, selection and quality keeps me coming back for more. read more

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I'd like to start by saying that I normally drive from Brevard all the way to Winter Park just to do my monthly Trader Joe's haul. So as you can assume, I am a big fan! Grocery shopping usually feels like a chore, but Trader Joe's truly sparks joy for me and my son loves it too. He gets his own mini cart and a lollipop at checkout, which makes the whole experience extra fun. It also makes the bill higher with all his personal finds haha! The store is always spotless, beautifully organized, and full of fresh products at fair prices. But what really sets Trader Joe's apart for me are the seasonal items. No one does them better! I also love that they carry plenty of vegan and gluten-free options, along with their own unique brand items you can't find anywhere else. If you enjoy specialty items including craft cheeses, this is absolutely the place to shop. On my most recent visit, I came in for my fall haul (happy first day of fall!) and Trader Joe's did not disappoint. The moment you walk in, you're greeted by the smell of fresh seasonal flowers including Mums and cinnamon broom sticks. I even picked up a pumpkin succulent, because how could I resist? Some of my favorite signature Trader Joe's items include their salad kits: Avocado Ranch and the Peanut & Crispy Noodles kits, Chicken Fried Rice, Mandarin Orange Chicken, Chicken Potstickers, Chicken Tikka Masala, Ravioli, Corn Tortilla Chips and so much more. For this trip, I made sure to snap photos of all the fall goodies because honestly, no one celebrates the seasons like Trader Joe's. And a special shoutout to Aside and John, who checked us out so kindly and packed everything with such care. They made the experience even better. The only small downfall is the parking, it can be a bit tricky....but I promise it's worth it. Trader Joe's is so much more than a grocery store; it's a happy place for me and my family, and I couldn't recommend it more! read more

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I love Trader Joe's and this location is super convenient for me! Everything is always so well organized in the store and the staff is amazing. I will warn on the parking though that if you are going on a weekend, the lot will be packed and parking can be difficult to find. There are also a few one way turns in the parking lot so watch out for those. This TJ's is next to the beautiful lake and some other shops:) read more

Trader Joe's - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Trader Joe's usually has a reputation for stressful parking lots, pushy crowds, and shoppers with attitudes, but not here. From the moment I came in, the staff was smiling, welcoming, and genuinely helpful. Instead of feeling rushed or bumped into every two seconds, I actually enjoyed taking my time shopping. The energy here is just different--people are friendlier, the employees go out of their way to help, and you don't feel like you're in a battle zone just to grab groceries. Even checkout was a pleasant experience (and that never happens at busy stores!). And even though the parking is tight with so many businesses around, it actually wasn't bad at all. That alone makes this spot a win compared to other Trader Joe's. read more

Very difficult to find parking here almost always. Other than that downside, it's a great place to find some fun items to try. The inventory rotate seasonally, but they do have some tried and true staple items. I really like some of the plants they offer and we just bought some herbs that hopefully stay alive. The dips and snacks and always something to look forward to, as well as some of their frozen meals. My husband is big fan of the palak paneer and always buys a few boxes. I love a majority of their coffee flavored ice creams. read more

A local national chain has a motto, "where shopping is a pleasure." Not taking anything away from that chain. I do most of my grocery shopping there. But Trader Joe's is actually fun! Don't know what that says about my life, but I make no apologies. Store is bright. There is a fresh active vibe somehow accomplished in a grocery experience. Everything I purchase here is always just as you would expect looking at the packaging. Fruit and veggies are fresh. Meats are very good, almost to butcher level. And what a selection if everything else. And, of course, you can't leave without a bag of Mandarin Orange Chicken!! Service is consistently helpful and friendly. Prices are ALWAYS exceptional. read more

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When it comes to finding fruits, snacks, sweets or meats, I venture down to TJ's. I get the whole bean coffee and keep it stocked up, the waffles which come in prepacked bags are the snack that gets me through my work day when I need a sugar boost. The trail mix also gives me a healthy snack help during the day. Something I've really loved is the bag of plantains from the freezer area that are so tasty and easy to heat up for meals. Thr Winter Park TJ team is always friendly and helpful every time I need help. read more

Trader Joe's - Love the easy to cook plantains, they're always tasty and ready to go. - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Minus one star for the parking lot but really otherwise this location is great. Staff are always willing to check on stock (mostly when it's gone for the season and I'm having to wait nearly a year for said item to come back) but seriously we need another location somewhere in north Orlando because this place is always hopping busy. Got to love the quality and variety and seasonal surprises, make sure to get multiples of anything you think will be going away because otherwise either you'll be waiting a while or it won't be back at all. Enjoy! read more

Writing an updated review 10 years later just to say that not much has changed: I'm still having a love affair with Trader Joe's AND the parking here is still terrible...horrible even...but that doesn't keep me from shopping here. Carry-on. read more

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I started coming here for their groceries (their frozen foods and canned drinks are sooooo good btw!! Esp their okonomiyaki and coconut yuzu sparkling water). When I went to pick out flowers, esp for the peonies, the staff here are very helpful and gave me tips on how to pick the right flowers. read more

Trader Joe's - Baby breaths and Chrysanthemum flowers - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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I love shopping here. I wish I lived closer to this store. Better yet I hope they build one in the Lake Nona area. They great looking fresh produce and quite a variety too. I enjoyed exploring the wine department. On more than one occasion I have taken the suggestions from one of the employees who really knows his wines. Checking out of the stores is always a breeze even though Trader Joe's is usually very busy. read more

Trader Joe's - Great selection - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

My favorite place to shop. They have a great selection of unique products and affordable prices. The only downside to this location is the parking since the lot is small and always full. read more

I'm really weak when it comes to Trader Joes. I'm telling myself over and over again as I walk towards the store: "I'm only going to get 3 things that I need, and then out! It should take no more than 10 minutes, 10 minutes tops!" 10 minutes later I'm exchanging the basket for a shopping cart; true story. Where else can I find organic rainbow radishes for under $3? Or raspberry petit fours that I know I don't need but look so cute and I never see at any other store so obviously I have to have it especially since it's a seasonal item. I at least had the self control to avoid the frozen section completely, but I think what makes Trader Joe's different from your average grocery is their unique items, and whoever is doing their marketing is a genius/geniuses. To have various items that you can't find anywhere else but also make it a limited time item or "seasonal". Now the consumer feels obligated right then and there to buy it, otherwise they wont find it anymore. I think we've all fallen madly in love with an item we've gotten there only to discover that you have to wait till next year to buy it again or they've discontinued it altogether. Aldi also does this with some of their items but my understanding is that they're sister stores. This is why people will still travel long distances, and deal with the crappy parking lot situation to shop here. I still find what I mentioned in my initial review to be true. Come during the week in the evenings or early when they first open and usually you'll find plentiful parking and the store itself wont be packed like a sardine can. (speaking of sardines, their smoked sardines are fire) read more

Trader Joe's - Really good salad - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Trader Joe's is such a great grocery store with lots of variety and different foods to choose from. Their flower selection is always my go to for when wanting to buy some beautiful flowers. One of the workers. Jamie was very helpful and very nice when I was looking for a few things and couldn't find them. Make sure that when you go you try and go at non-busy hours so early morning or later in the afternoon. That way you avoid the crazy parking lot! read more

I love this trader Joes but honestly this parking lot is a WAR ZONE. That is the only reason I'm not going 5 stars. There is not enough parking for the amount of businesses that are there. The entrance is at a very busy intersection as well so it get backed up on the street and is just mayhem. I recommend going really early in the morning or late before close on week days to avoid the madness. Weekends are a NO. Highly suggest backing your car into spots as people are whipping in and out of there looking for parking or leaving. Parking aside, Trader Joes is awesome, the offerings a really unique, the shelves are always stocked beautifully and the staff here are incredible. They had fun music playing and the employees were bopping around and its just a nice environment. This location is pretty small considering the demand and it can make shopping a challenge. Pricing is on par if not cheaper than Publix, but not as large a store or as vast a variety as traditional grocery stores so keep that in mind when looking for staple items. This is more of a specialty store for unique finds with the essential staples as well. They even have a very cute print newsletter at the registers that has recipes and stories in them. Have fun and good luck leaving, because it's just as hard as fighting your way in LOL. read more

Trader Joe's - Everything you need for Mexican Street Corn - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Trader Joe's - yeah, we've been a thing since the 90s. I'm there every weekend, and - frankly - so is the rest of Winter Park. My advice - get there when they open (8a). I once went on a Sunday evening (why, I have no idea) and so much tasty was sold out. Also, that parking lot - well, IYKYK. Recent favorites (RIP Tempting Trail Mix - you were my everything) include: Soft & Juicy Mango slices, Atlantic Salmon w/ Lemon Herb Butter, the blueberry lemon pies (2-pk) and madeleines, Apple Blossoms, Ube Mochi, Blueberry Dream Dessert Bars, Mushroom & Black Truffle pizza, Pickle Pups, and just about anything slathered in dark chocolate and sea salt. And now, a word about croissants: those 4-pk almond or chocolate croissants are the best thing since best things. You have to leave them out overnight, but I dare you to try one and not fall madly in love. And you have to pay $4 for one croissant at most bakeries - these are less than $5 for a 4-pk. Do the math. It's a sweet torture the number of seasonal items Trader Joe's offers. That "When Life Gives You Lemons Make Lemon Ice Cream" is - hands down - one of the best ice creams I will ever have. I've polished off pints of that stuff, and me with high cholesterol! I do not care - that stuff is the GOAT. Do not skip out on some of the other products as well - for example, their Daily Facial Sunscreen. It's a total dupe for SuperGoop and at a better price point. I'm also loving their Brazil Nut Body Butter, although I don't see why they didn't make that stuff edible and, thereby, my life better. : ) read more

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We love Trader Joes. The eclectic collection of tastes and options is wonderful. Marinated beef Birria for less than Publix sells the meat. Organic ketchup for less than Publix's brand name with more flavor and fewer calories. Euro style cookies, dark chocolate peanut butter cups all st great prices. Busy at times? Yes. Parking lot crowded? Sometimes. But totally worth it for Green Dragon sauce and hot honey on my organic corn on the cob. IM SO GLAD THEY BUILT ONE TWO MILES FROM MY HOUSE!!! read more

We love coming to not just this location, but all Trader Joe's. You'll find a variety of healthy and quick food options that your entire family will love. The only downside to this location is the parking lot is super small and you can hardly ever find a spot. read more

Ahhhh Trader Joe's... the only place I actually get excited to go grocery shopping. I somehow always end up shopping here on a Sunday which is probably the worst day of the week to go because it's a complete madhouse, but I think I've just gotten used to the chaos at this point. Being that we only have 2 TJ's locations in Orlando, they both stay busy all the time. I've been seeing so many fun recipes inspired by TJ's ingredients on social media lately as well as so many fun snacks. I decided to go this past weekend and stock up on some breakfast/lunch options for the week and alllll the snackies. Some of my favorite items: Honey Greek yogurt All the fresh berries & fun fruits Speculoos cookie butter Wine country chicken salad and large croissants Soft & juicy dried mandarins (you just have to try them!) Everything & the Elote dip Villa Italia grapefruit soda Mac & cheese bites Ice cream cookie sandwiches Barebells protein bars Pork & ginger soup dumplings Dark chocolate peanut butter cups Everything but the Bagel seasoning Truffle marcona almonds Of course, I also can't help scoping out the fresh flower selection every time and grabbing a few things to play with. On top of all the novelty items you can only get at Trader Joe's, they also have decent prices (much more affordable than most other grocery stores) and I always get way more for my money. They also have the best staff and friendliest people working here who all appear to genuinely enjoy their job. Shoutout to Aisiel! These are the main reasons I will brave the crazy parking lot & crowd to shop here. read more

I just love Trader Joe's. I usually go to buy peanut butter or something random that I like specifically from them and then I end up buying a bunch of stuff, most recently they had some really good eggplants. And if I ever need flowers, this is my go to spot. What I would change about this place is the parking read more

Trader Joe's - Produce - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I've been going to this Trader Joe's for years and generally have a great experience. The employees are SUPER nice and seem to enjoy their jobs. They are always very helpful and accommodating. The store is always super clean and organized. They always have interesting food items, but it's annoying when they randomly discontinue favorites. A major con of this location is the parking lot. 9 times out of 10, you will be circling for a spot. Only reason I'm not giving 4 stars is the superb customer service makes my visits 5 star experiences. read more

Who doesn't like Trader Joe's? They have healthy, fresh, and seldon found elsewhere items. They have a very nice wine selection too. The store is bright, clean, and staged to get you excited about shopping. The staff was friendly and helpful. I also love the sturdy paperbags. Negative: parking really stincks. The parking lot is so small and cramped, and it's shared by other stores. read more

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Not my scene. Is just like whole foods but more affordable and smaller. I came to check it out since I'm always listening to people speak about this store. Wanted to know what the hype was about. Not impressed to be honest. Is located in a very small very busy shopping center in which the parking is HELL. read more

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Seasonal food offerings. Friendly staff. Helpful if you need something. Trendy, modern feel. read more

Trader Joe's - Produce area - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I think I would consider myself a Trader Joe's groupie at this point in my life, and find it nearly impossible not to spread the love of Trader Joe's to all who are open to hear. But really, one of the best grocery stores around. The quality of the food is always great, and the new additions that come each season are something I look forward to every time I enter the store. The service is wonderful, the staff are very helpful, and everyone who works there just looks like they are way cooler than you could ever be lol. The vibes and ambiance are always immaculate. Today I was shopping and couldn't help but dance my whole way through the store. Whoever was on aux today deserves a raise. My only complaint here is the parking. It is often like the Hunger Games trying to find a spot, so I recommend trying to shop on a weekday before rush hour if you can. read more

Been coming to this Trader Joe's for a minute now and they never disappoint. Pretty much always have the food i need in stock, the store is always clean, employees are always so nice and it's always a pleasure to shop here. Will definitely continue to come back. 10/10 read more

Trader Joe's is always a must for me whenever I am in the area! I love to stop in and see what seasonal items they have each time I stop in, with some favorites that come back every year and new additions each year. They also have very delicious staple things that they sell year round. One of my favorites is the frozen Chicken Drumellas (mini drumstick chicken nuggets), as well as the frozen Orange Chicken (always have to pick up a few bags of this to have on hand whenever I stop in!). The pricing at Trader Joe's is always extremely fair as well, I definitely try to shop here when I can to save some money. read more

A standard Trader Joe's; nice staff, the usual selection. Impossible parking, even for Orlando. Buzzards circle the parking lot, waiting to snatch spaces. Horrific logistics. Warning: Do Not Drink Coffee before going here or your blood pressure spike might cause the paramedics to use ultra-powerful paddles when they yell, "CLEAR!" after you lose the sixth parking spot in a row. It's otherwise fine. YMMV. read more

Everyone was so helpful and kind. Several people helped me find things and Tori and Wren were so sweet and make checking out 2 whole carts seamless and enjoyable! read more

Trader Joe's - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Was looking forward to having trader joe's close by again. After shopping there , just once I was amazed at how expensive it had become. They used to have very competitive prices. Most likely won't go back. read more

Great quality products are here and are available for purchase... if you can find parking. Luckily we went around 10am on a Sunday and found a spot easily- which is not typically the case during the week or on saturdays. Kids can shop too! They have little kids carts for my boys which gets them super pumped about coming shopping. AND TJs even has little pool noddles in front of the cart so if you get bumped by a little man or woman, it won't hurt as much. Well done, TJ! Well done! read more

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Everything about Trader Joe's is worth 5 stars. Can we start with the beautiful palm trees outside in the parking lot? The prices, the options, the quality, the service, down to the cleanliness and organization....all the staff is always eager to help and have a smile on their faces. I love their plant and flower section. Also, there frozen food aisle is A1, Publix could never. If I could recommend only 1 thing out of the entire store it's the chicken samosas. Throw them bad boys in an airfryer and prepare for the most perfect, crispy party in your mouth...and then find me on Instagram and thank me later! Ha! read more

5 Stars for the Name, 5 Stars for the Products and Vegan Options, and 1 star for the parking. Absolutely terrible! I can only go here during the week if I have a day off and even then, it's hard to find parking. Weekends are stay away for me. I do like a lot of the plant based and vegan options they have, and they're reasonably priced too. They put their own branding on the products (beer, wine, candy, etc.). Things you find here are similar to the big box stores and usually at a much lower price, so I can see why it's popular. Some things they can do to improve: 1) Put a Carvanna tower for parking 2) Move the shopping carts to the left side, when I grabbed a cart and went in, it's a blind turn to the exit where people done shopping are coming out. Bad flow of people 3) Get rid of the stupid triangle produce area on one side and the same triangle in the wine/meat aisle. People don't know what to do in a triangle (drive in Pittsburgh and you'll know what I mean) 4) Get upright freezers for the frozen food, it's so frustrating to browse with a million people in that aisle. Also, move the candy from above the frozen cases. I have to mentally be in candy shopping mode to see it all and if I want candy, I have to fight through the frozen food crowd. 5) Just get a bigger store already. I'm sure you get enough money and you're losing money from people like me who don't go because it's a madhouse. (How about the old Lucky's in East Orlando, you could have a field day there!). Will I go back? Probably as they have some products I like, but I find myself not using them as much since that would mean going back. I hate going here, but it's 4 stars. read more

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I recently visited Trader Joe's for the very first time. I've heard so much about it, but never made it there until recently. I'd always kind of thought it was an overpriced type place, but was pleasantly surprised! The store was pretty packed on a Sunday afternoon and parking was a bit stressful, but managed to find a spot and start shopping. They have a good variety of produce as well as frozen foods, snacks, canned goods, meat, basically everything you'd find in your typical grocery store. Prices were quite reasonable and it's a great place to find some unique items and items that are good for those with specific dietary restrictions or preferences. I liked that many of the items I picked up listed simple, easy to pronounce ingredients I'm familiar with, even the frozen items! I picked up a mushroom and cheese flatbread, some jerk seasoned plantain chips, baked cheese snacks (similar to Cheetos), mushroom risotto, smoked salmon, and some peanut butter brookies. I didn't do a full shop since it was spur of the moment and I didn't have a list ready, but would definitely come here to do my main shopping in the future! We liked all of the items purchased! The people working here are all super friendly too! I now see why Trader Joe's has so many fans and will definitely return! read more

I just came in to Trader Joes for the flowers! I heard the flowers are beautiful, fresh, abundant & inexpensive! I can now confirm yes to all of that. It was packed though. The parking lot is a mess, lot's of businesses share a small lot and it is insane. Visit early & save yourself. read more

Trader Joe's - Sunflowers, white and green hydrangeas - Grocery Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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5 stars for great COVID safety policies that make you feel safe while shopping. It's been a year since I've gone to a grocery store due to COVID-19. (I'm lucky to have had grocery delivery as an option all this time.) I've been bummed that TJs wasn't doing delivery because there are a few specialty items that I really like there. Recently I went and was relived to see they're still requiring (and checking) masks inside and limiting the number of shoppers inside. I was there midday on a weekday, so I didn't have to wait at all. Besides that, all of the staff were wearing masks and friendly as ever. I still recommend their prepared soups and some of their snack goods. They have some great products! But my main reason for the review update is an update to the safety measures. read more

Best time to go is during the week days. Everything is in stock no trying to maneuver through the isles. I love their fresh juice and frozen meals. I've recently discovered their breakfast burritos which are amazing I just hate that they expire so soon. I love that they change things up and offer new things every-time I go. read more

Gosh... the things I could say about Trader Joe's. I like Trader Joe's. I just don't love this one. After being in a few different ones, this Orlando location just makes me sad. It's cramped. Seriously cramped in the aisles. It's nearly like playing bumper cars with carts and other people trying to get through the areas. Parking is also an issue, and as Trader Joe's has said - they build the amount of parking based on the size of the store. They're not going to make more parking for a small store. So it's an experience trying to find parking at this location. The employees are always helpful. They've been out of stock on some of our favorite items the past few trips we've been. Go here for some things (especially the frozen stuff, or the Thai Yellow Curry sauce), but you can find better fruits/veg/meat at other grocery stores. read more