Trader Joe’s

I love TJs! Staff is always awesome, food is phenomenal. The creativity in this store makes it so different. The produce is a tiny bit pricier than other grocery stores, but it is fresh every single day– the apple you see on Wednesday just got on the shelf Wednesday morning!

You want a local market that serves and markets the best, wholesome, private labeled, tested, organic fruits, vegetables, cookies, crackers, meats, cheeses, jams, butters, cookies… you know. all that. Home of the 2 buck chuck… that’s now $ 2.49…as good as a Whole foods market.

I always loved Trader Joes and I’ve been living near this one for 6 years now. I absolutely love the fact the everyone is so friendly, the manager (s) were always so helpful without questioning the reasons why we need to exchange or whatever, they always have fresh food and if I ever had a problem I am sure they would solve it. Also I am really happy that they allow service animals! I have a service animal myself and sometimes I take him with me everywhere so I am glad I don’t have to leave him at home to go do groceries. The only think that makes me crazy and I am sure it is not Trader Joes fault is the Parking situation of that place! There is never enough parking spaces and it truly generates stress! Lots of stress to the point you don’t wanna buy anymore since is just chaotic.

TRADER JOE SHOPPERS
WATCH OUT — BE CAREFUL
Delivery trucks did serious damage to my property
Their lack of concern and manner they treat patrons and neighbors of which I have been both should encourage you to shop elsewhere.

Love Trader Joe’s. The environment is great: customers and employees alike seem to enjoy being in the store. Their produce is great and their deli items are very good, and they have a great selection of nuts and dried fruits and cereals. The variety of teas and coffees are amazing, and everything in the store seems to be very reasonably priced, especially when you consider the consistently high quality. A+++++++

Trader Joe’s does an exceptional job curating their food & beverage offerings. It’s a great shopping experience, so much good stuff to choose from. The RB location is convenient and as usual, the staff is very friendly.

Great location because it’s pretty close to me whenever I am in this area. Bike-​ride distance and it is in the gorgeous little place of Riviera Village. Got nothing to say but I appreciate the existence of TJs. Always friendly and happy people!

I am very selective about which tuna fish I put in my mouth, and TJ’s has one of the very best Tuna Wraps I had last weekend. It’s a winner.
But another observation I had about this TJ’s compared to the ones I usually find myself at in West LA. It’s such a pleasant shopping experience here – maybe it’s their location close to the beach? Or maybe it’s the clientele? that patronizes this location as opposed to the peeps in West LA. Can’t figure it out – but look forward to returning again.

We love TJ’s because of its great location and awesome staff! Also, their prices are great for a budget. Could not live with out our RBTJ’s!

I love Trader Joe’s but every time I come here, parking is terrible! That is the number one thing I dread when I decide to go to Riviera Village. Sometimes I get lucky and don’t have to wait long while other times I am circling the place for what seems like forever. I suppose I could park further away but I don’t want to have to carry my groceries that far.
Aside from the parking issue, I would say this Trader Joe’s is smaller compared to some of the other locations I’ve been to in Manhattan Beach. Sometimes I have issues finding some of the things I need here. Maybe it’s the timing or the day of the week but usually when I go to other locations, they have what I need.

this trader joes is just a walk away for us, so we are often running in to get a few things more than once a week. but trader joes (this one in particular) is the type of store you don’t mind frequenting… in fact we actually look forward to going! we enjoy knowing many of the staff by name (& vice versa), so needless to say, it’s a very personable store.
of course we have our favorite ‘go to’ items, but it’s always fun to try something new too. whatever sample they’re cooking in the kitchen usually features a product new to us. we love trying the spotlight cheese too. we buy a lot of fruits and vegetables, and there are a lot of organic choices for both for very reasonable prices. there’s a variety of flowers and plants that are too pretty and fragrant to pass up. i’ll often grab a few greeting cards because they’re not only cute but also super affordable. the list goes on and on… which is probably why we find ourselves in there so often!
let’s just say there are multiple reasons why we find ourselves in trader joes 2 – 3 times a week, and every time we go, we leave with a full bag and a smile!

Great Food Store. Employees are very helpful, and always so HAPPY! Great selection of most needed food items. Rarely need to go elsewhere. Chocolate, nuts, seeds, cheese, chips and muffins are my favorite reason for coming here. Also fresh produce… And wine selection is awesome. Always free coffee served. Parking lot is small and crowded, but conveniently located meter parking is easy & close. I LOVE Trader Joe’s !!!

All you could ever ask for in a Local Supermarket. Complimentary snack and coffee. Great wine selection.
As I live around the block I don’t have to deal with the chaotic parking situation. Should be improved upon, but I don’t know how you would do it. Maybe encourage shoppers to walk there by giving them incentives, which will free up the parking lot a bit. ;)

I love this Trader Joe’s! It’s not usually as crowded as some of the other locations in the area. The only downside is the parking lot is tiny and usually packed. Most the time I just opt to park in the metered area across the street. I’ve never had any problems finding parking there.

This store has great employees which is why I gave them 2 stars. The trouble with not just this one, but all Trader Joe’s is the food quality. I have consistently bought bad produce at TJ’s. It’s usually mold issues, but this week it was much worse. I bought broccoli from this store a days ago. I opened it today and it was covered with bugs. The chain also seems to have constant food recalls. I just can’t shop there anymore after the bugs. I can overlook mold on fruit, but bugs are unacceptable.

Now that this is my neighborhood TJs and closer to me than the Manhattan Beach location, I figured I would start coming to this one…
My major gripe with the MB TJs was the parking lot. Tiny, cramped, one way in/​out, terrible logistics… well the RB TJs is worse. Tiny, cramped, one way in/​out, and terrible logistics but it has to serve a Starbucks, Verizon store, Opometrist, Yogurtland, AND a TJs. Wow… what kind of sick individual designs these parking lots? I imagine some kind of evil mastermind plotting behind a desk while stroking a white cat, just laughing «Mu-​hahahahahaha» while we all try to park and go bonkers and kill each other.
There’s my reason for only 4 stars. Otherwise TJs is a pleasant experience with friendly staff, great selection, plenty of healthy options, top-​notch produce and cheeses, and lots and lots of wines. Prices are pretty fair, the stores are clean, and the items are pretty much always in-​stock.
If you can get a spot, and get through the parking mayhem, it’s the usual good shopping trip… big IF though…
ENJOY!

This is not my neighborhood TJ’s, so I have not had to deal with the parking. I can definitely see why it would be a terrible issue, but last night we pulled right into a spot. Was at Yogurtland and realized I needed some goods I had forgotten.
The employees quickly directed me to the items I needed. The quality of the store is high as usual. My new favorite item is the BBQ chicken salad. It’s a quick and tasty lunch for me that is at least semi-​healthy. The main thing I needed was fruit leathers for my baby. They are the only thing that keeps him from having meltdowns. They are like baby crack. Non-​parents. Stock up on these suckers when you have kids. You will see.

This is my go to TJ’s whenever I’m at my bf’s on weekends. This TJ’s always put out the best food samples as well as friendly and helpful staffs.
Parking is a bit tight, but I never have any problem finding a spot.

I am a long time resident of the South Bay. In fact I try not to leave the South Bay all that often if I can help it but I will admit that I do not make it to South Redondo all that often. That was until I started taking Pilates on the border of Redondo Beach & Rancho Palos Verdes.
I was so stoked when I was driving around my new found Pilates studio and found this Trader Joe’s nestled into a small little strip mall. I knew I had to do some food shopping after class was over and was so stoked that I could visit TJ’s without having to drive to another location.
The strip mall that this Trader Joe’s is located in offers a small parking lot but if it is full you will find subterranean as well as plenty of ‘free’ & ‘metered’ street parking. I had found ‘free’ street parking prior to going to class so my vehicle was staying put.
I walked into this Trader Joe’s and found it be extremely clean and quite empty. The fresh fruit & vegetables looked as if they had just been picked off of the vine. I am a huge organic banana fan and probably go through 3 – 4 bananas a day so when I go banana shopping I always go to Trader Joe’s. At this TJ’s I was able to find large organic green bananas that will stay fresh for days and sometimes even weeks so I loaded up. The TJ’s price of $ 0.29 for organic bananas simply cannot be beat by anyone in the area.
It seems like all the Trader Joe’s have the same layout plan as to not confuse the patrons and this Trader Joe’s was no different. I was able to find everything else I needed. As I walked around the store I was asked on several occasions but very helpful employees if I needed any help, I said I did not.
When it came time to check out all of the cash registers were manned which I found pretty rad especially because the crowd was not at all heavy. I was in and out quickly. During my checkout the cashier was nice, I found everyone working that day to have a smile on their faces which is always an added cherry on top.
There is no question I will without a doubt come back to this location=)

I love Trader Joes! Especially this location as I’ve been coming here as my number one spot for groceries over the years that I’ve lived in the area.
I like that TJ’s is smaller and has the feel of a neighborhood grocer since you get to know some of the workers because they seem to stay working for a number of years.
It’s good that this place expanded a few years ago too because it was getting kind of crazy with the number of people shopping here.
The tight parking lot can get a bit harried as you feel like you’re going to get hit as you drive around looking for a free spot but they do have the larger metered parking area as well.
Friendly staff and the usual yummy goods! Thanks Trader Joe’s for making grocery shopping feel like a leisurely and fun experience.