I knew of Aldi from Europe and the East Coast, and here's a tip if you're a first-time shopper at Aldi. Bring a quarter and your own reusable bag. If you shop late when they are restocking, you might find free boxes available, but don't count on it. They're usually only available when restocking and near closing time. You'll need a quarter to unlock a shopping cart, and you're supposed to get it back once you return the cart. Unfortunately, mine got stuck, and I never got it back. As far as Aldi Finds, keep an eye on them. They sometimes have limited-time offers on a variety of products. The checkout process was okay. The cashier scans the items and returns them to your cart, and then you'll bag them yourself. On my visit, I was offered a free box since they were nearing closing time, so I bagged all my diet foods! Avocado, cucumber, yogurt, and other small items. read more