Rite Aid

They have the worst pharmacists. They are rude and have no clue what they’re talking about half the time

Without exaggeration, every time I walk into this place for a quick purchase, which is usually around 10pm or a few hours earlier, there is always a line. No matter how short the line, it takes forever. I don’t know who to blame, most of the time it’s the idiot customers, they constantly seem to have a need the clerk can’t figure out. Either way, a quick in and out is never the case. To be fair, I can offer one suggestion, have a sign that says, «Have Payment in hand.» It pisses me off the shock on people’s face when they realize they have to actually pay for their item, then and only then, do they start digging around for money.
The ice cream station just slows everything down as well. Hire more people or close the ice cream shop. Its not a Deli, it’s a Rite Aid.

4 stars for being open 24:7 now. Also, for always having THE cheapest beer prices around! They beat any mini market or grocery store significantly! My only gripe with this location is there’s always ONE person working the register. And they always take forever!!! Even when they do call for help, takes a while for that person to get to the counter. If you’re in a hurry, I wouldn’t recommend it. If you got time, then you’ll be fine.

This is in regards to the pharmacy only. They are ALWAYS out of my medication which is VERY commonly prescribed. They also charge $ 99.00 for this drug and I just found out Costco charges only $ 32.00 for the same thing.

Went in for some Vitamin B-​6 and an employee helped me find them right away and also let me know about a special 2 for 1 sale. I might not have noticed and only purchased one bottle. Great deal. Very friendly help, clean store, clean open isles. No waiting for checkout. Very efficient cashier. This RAD has changed tremendously over the past couple of years. Definite improvement and will shop there again.

Nice people who are always ready to help, and fast in and out. Store is nicely laid out and easy to find items. And of course the Thrifty ice cream! And a lot of great prices on the close out stuff. Only place on the hill that is open 24 hours a day.

One star is being generous! Hate using Rite Aid pharmacies (long lines, under staffed) but Peninsula Center takes the cake. Sunday afternoon and only the pharmacist and one tech. Wish I could change pharmacy, but Rite Aid is where my insurance is partnered and I can transfer prescriptions around the country when I travel. Zero customer service! Go elsewhere if you can.

Hao the pharmacist and Kanitha the tech where all on their game and would strongly recommend anyone that has prescriptions to see them. They’re friendly and know their stuff

I was craving mint chip Thrifty ice cream but didn’t get it because 1) it was too cold, and 2) there was no one behind the counter, and I didn’t want to wait for someone to show up.
This is a fairly large store with lots of stuff. Not sure if the prices are the best, but they have this Wellness discount on certain items.
It’s good to pop in here for essentials, and although the lines at the checkout can get long, they tend to move fairly quickly.
This is my go-​to store for toiletries and cosmetic essentials when I visit my folks, and T.J. Maxx is conveniently located around the corner for some impulse shopping, and Starbucks around the other corner for a fancy schmancy drink. ;-)

I never usually review chain stores because I think it’s kind of pointless. However, credit needs to be given where credit is due. The pharmacist here was very helpful. I had gone to see my doctor a while back who was less than helpful. I wish he had a Unilocal account so I can review his crappy service. He prescribed me a medication strength that was way too high and caused a lot of bad side effects. I explained my issue to the pharmacist here. He patiently listened and asked me to have a seat in the consultation room and then proceeded to suggest a list of other medications – generic and efficacious. He even called my doctor for me and attempted to change my prescription. When the doctor didn’t answer, he called again the next day without delay. Got my meds the next morning. Great service and good people skills.

The pharmacy has the most rudest ladies working there I have ever met in my life if your picking up a prescription and your not feeling well their attitude and snobby persona wont make you feel any better. Id rather drive 10 miles out of my way than EVER come back here again

I give one star and one star only…
Wouldn’t go there again, I purchased some chairs and they didn’t work out. they gave me such a hard time when returning.

Expensive.
I thought CVS was overpriced but I think Rite Aid tops that list now. Over $ 5 for Red Bull that was supposed to be on offer? Grr. Annoying… but not worth fighting with the clerk over.
Also, how do you sign up for a Rite Aid card? Don’t ask me if I have one and then not tell me how to get one.

Don’t go to this Pharmacy… The services is terrible
The girls there is arrogant and unfreindly at all

I would give it a zero star rating if I had the choice.
I went in to pick up pictures which our family friend personally handed the files in store. It should be a in and out operation. I was there almost for an hour. The person helped us couldn’t find the pictures even thought we give him the order numbers and name. For the first half an hour he just keeping looking blindly and roughly. He tried to search it on the computer but it was frozen. Finally he restarted computer and couldn’t find the order. The whole time no one came to his aid. The whole store gives a really bad vibe. There are only about four people worked at the store and none of them offer their help to the customers. I will not go back there. I use another neighborhood drug store anyway.

Thrifty Ice Cream :)
That’s it. The service is pretty bad. No one is at the checkout at various times of the day, and if there is, there’s one person for every 10 customers or so.
You know how people say it’s best if you learn from making your own mistakes? I agree. Sometimes if people tell me they’ve had a horrible experience with something, curiosity gets the best of me and I still end up trying it out (e.g., I’d still be willing to try a 2 star restaurant on Unilocal.What if I end up liking it, you knoww?).
Well, this is not the place to do it. Listen to the other Unilocalers. The employees here ask. well. dumb questions. Questions that really are not necessary at the very least. I have a story of my own, although it’s not as bad as Lisa S’s.
So, over the summer, I had gotten into a car accident. I came in to buy ice cream with a neck brace on. Buying ice cream SHOULD have been a breeze, but no. I was bombarded with personal questions about the accident. I mean, REALLY lady? I don’t even KNOW you. Is this ten minute interview really necessary for me to buy the ice cream that is slowly but surely melting? Jeeeeez.
Anyway– yea. Thrifty Ice Cream.

I almost only go in here to pick up one or two small things or to get some yummy Thrifty ice cream. Confusing layout in the store so don’t get lost.

I never want to have sex again.
Imagine this: you walk into a drug store, looking to quickly pick up a pregnancy test. It should be a simple, and fairly anonymous, task. WRONG!
First off, I’m looking everywhere for tests. They aren’t by the maxi pads, or by the condoms, or anywhere near the douches. I traverse every single aisle without a hint of success. Defeated, I head over to the nearby pharmacy window, where I’m told to go to the front of the store by the photo department. The photo department? That’s odd.
So I make my way to the front of the store, still unsuccessfully and anxiously searching for my little boxes of EPT. After a few minutes of scanning, I see them. They’re LOCKED. Behind a glass case between smiling picture of families and a rack of magazines. Moreover, there’s a school supply section just in front of it.
This means, if you’re looking to low-​key pick up a test, you’re in for a treat. You’ll have families in line developing their photos, random people loitering around looking at magazines (and you), and kids and parents shopping for school supplies giving you reproving glances. Wonderful!
The case is also locked. The little sign says to «ring for assistance,» but there’s nothing to push, and therefore, nothing to ring. I end up walking to the front counter, where there’s only ONE checker. I say I need someone to help me open the case. She asks what I want. I say something in the case. She asks me what I need. So, in front of everyone in line, I have to state, out loud, for all to hear, that I want a pregnancy test. Glorious. She says okay and that someone will be with me shortly.
I walk back to the case. And wait. And wait. And wait. And no one comes. So I walk halfway back to the front checkout, and the lady waves at me, signaling that someone will be «right there.» I then go back to the case, waiting.
The next thing I know, a boy (A BOY!) of maybe 18 runs up to ask which one I want. Really??? I’m a modern woman and all, but REALLY??? I point to a box, he hands it over, and I run to the front to pay.
I will never come to this store again for a personal item. At least not for one locked behind a case.

ONLY COME HERE FOR THE THRIFTY ICE CREAM!
Yes it is cheaper than the Pavillion’s grocery store.
Yes they are a bit disorganized in the lay out of the store.
Yes they only have one person at the check out stand and 7 people waiting in line.
Yes there aren’t any employees available to help you if you are looking for something in particular.
If you must come for emergency items then I guess, be my guest and come here. But it would not be my first choice. I’m only here for the ice cream because my boyfriend loves it.

THEY HAVE THRIFTY ICE CREAM!!!
It’s a Rite Aid. Don’t expect Gelsons. Get in. Get your stuff. Get out. This Rite Aid is large and entirely similar to a morgue, but that aside, you’ll find what you’re looking for… unless you’re looking for customer service.
But dayam! Thrifty Ice Cream!!!
Burt’s Bee’s lip balm and a scoop of Strawberry please! =)