Publix

Unfortunately this is the one Publix that doesn’t get the 4 star. I have been going to this Publix for a year, but have recently switched to Winn Dixie on Swann. I have always been frustrated with the lack of parking, but tolerated it because I have been a patron to Publix for years. Over the past few months I have had to make additional trips to Winn Dixie because the store was out of the items on my list. The produce department has been the biggest offender with many times being out of the needed produce or only having the organic option. I recognize this store has a small square footage due to location, but store layout and availability should be high priorities. This store could benefit from high levels of incorporated customer feedback to ensure more customers don’t abandon a store that as a brand is known for consistent service, quality products and availability.

Publix is always a good store. They have great subs, produce and other products. The only problem with this store was that it was a little on the small side…

This location is literally across the street from my house. I visit frequently but have to supplement my shopping at larger stores because they really don’t have enough space at this store for a full selection as they do at other stores. I do like that you can call in your deli orders and pick them up in store. This location actually only serves Boars head meets so if you want a less costly deli meat option you will need to visit a larger store.

I don’t get what all the rave is about this place. WAY OVER RATED.
This place is congested, never any parking and the aisles are so small.
Yes, there meat and produce are fresh, but so are other grocers. I personally would rather go to Sam’s Club or winndixie and not have to deal with the snooty south tampa housewives crowd. I will have to give it to the bakery though. I Always Order MY Cakes FROM here and they’ve never done me wrong.
Haha shopping is not a pleasure here though. The prices are so much more than others and not much better.

This is my local store, though I’m not completely enamored with it.
Love: convenience. It’s the closest grocery store to me. Its convenient to Hyde Park, downtown, Bayshore Blvd, Davis Islands, Harbor Island. Its the only store I can find that carries my favorite (non-​alcoholic) beverage– Canada Dry flavored seltzer water.
Not so good: it’s small, tight aisles and doesn’t always have what I’m looking for. The parking lot is small and a cluster. Add to that the one way streets surrounding it and it’s always a round about way for me to get home.
Also if possible, avoid after 11am weekdays and weekend afternoons (& on weekday afternoons try to just stay away from that first aisle. The deli is overflowing & tight area as it is). Very crowded and not many check out lanes.

This is my favorite Publix, largely because of its comparatively reasonable size and also because it’s in my neighborhood and if I feel like a nice walk I can wander over here and grab a few things. It’s not close enough to walk to for emergency groceries (read: oh no, I’m halfway through making dinner and I just realized I don’t have any eggs!), but that’s what my car is for.
As others have said, the parking lot can be a terrible horrible no good very bad time, especially on weekend mornings or weekday early evenings, but if you come here a lot you can learn to avoid the insane times or at least know where else you can park. I’ve had just as much trouble parking at the larger stores I’ve frequented, so it doesn’t concern me that much.
But once you’re inside, it’s wonderful. It’s a smaller footprint, so when you forget something from the bakery on one end and you’re in the frozen section on the other it doesn’t feel like a hassle to go back. They carry everything I need and many things I want as soon as I see them, and in fact there’s some stuff I can only find at this Publix, like specific frozen dinners and bakery items. The only thing I sometimes have trouble finding is my favorite sandwich bread, which even fully in stock usually only has three or four loaves hanging around, but it’s just bread and they have plenty of other options.
Things I love about Publix in general over certain other competitors: BOGO deals, the Deli sandwiches and potato balls, and the amazing selection of single-​bottle beer (stored at room temp so I don’t have to drink it right away!). I’ll go elsewhere if I have to, but Publix is definitely my store.

I like this Publix. It’s cool that it’s tight tucked in there by downtown, bayshore and the islands (Davis and harbor). Publix has it all. And by all I mean 8 piece fried chicken meals and deli sandwiches. Fruits, veggies, canned goods,.cereal I think too. What more could you ask for? Duckweed is a fun at market alternative. How did Publix get its name? Florida, Florida, Florida.

This is a smaller Publix, so I often have to go elsewhere if I want an unusual ingredient. Also, it can be a pain getting here since you cannot turn into the parking lot if you’re on Bayshore heading north. But it’s great if you’re in the Davis Park/​downtown area.

I don’t mind waiting in a longer line so Jerry is my Sales Clerk (cashier). I only shop at this Publix because of Jerry. If he’s working, I only go through his line. I shop there about 3 times a week. Jerry honestly warms my heart every time I go through his line. He has the best attitude and is so friendly. That is so hard to find now a days in customer service. Thanks!

I am beyond disappointed. Publix has always been my go-​to supermarket. I always get my groceries, grab lunch (deli) and order my cakes from there. Well, I used to anyway. No way I will continue to do so after my past few experiences.
Yesterday’s trip to Publix was awful. Let’s start with the deli. Why start breaking things down if you don’t close for another 2 hours? Now you have two people trying to make sandwiches with only one side of the sandwich prep there to use. Now you have a mess, one person leaning over the other trying to get to the lettuce and other things, etc. Makes no sense.
Now let’s talk about all of the trash you are still trying to sell. Last time I went to Publix I bought bread and didn’t realize until the next morning that it was moldy. Yesterday I made sure to check the expiration dates and almost half of what was on the shelf was expired by more than a week. Even the veggies and fruits were moldy and over ripe. Check the expiration dates and take expired products off the shelf Publix!
What’s even more disappointing? I went to Trader Joe’s after to finish my shopping because Publix didn’t have everything I need and everything there was a third of the price of what it was at Publix (i.e green pepper at Publix was $ 3 and it was only $ 1 at Trader Joe’s).

I grew up with Publix and shopped there my entire life and will continue to go. I recently relocated to Tampa and the Publix downtown on Bayshore is close to my home, but very difficult to shop.
The store design is the poorest I’ve seen and the isles are narrow or packed with displays. The deli is a nightmare to approach and shop. Parking is difficult too.
I have begun shopping at other locations even if it is a greater distance from my home.

Worst Publix grocery store that I have ever had the displeasure of entering. I moved very nearby about 3 months ago and it takes me about 5 minutes to get here but I drive 15+ just to get to a decent grocery store.
This store is a maze with the shelves positioned both vertically and horizontally. They have a very limited selection of «specialty» items that were readily available on the shelves of the Publix stores in my hometown. They are consistently out of a lot of items. And the staff? The worst. My air-​headed cashier (a woman in probably in her mid 50s) didn’t say hello, didn’t say how are you or did you find everything all right, no. Then she forgets my case of water that SHE told me to leave in the cart, so it’s not like she didn’t know it was there. The bag boy had to remind her mid-​conversation with a manager looking guy who had walked over to the register. So she re-​rings me and hands me my receipt without even looking at me or saying anything to me, just carrying on her flirty conversation with her manager 15 years her junior.
I don’t think I’m wrong to expect to be treated like a human being or respected as a PAYING CUSTOMER.
On my way out I passed several miserable looking employees meandering around looking like they had no idea what they were doing.
I stopped here today despite my previous negative experiences and I won’t ever do it again. I would rather stop and buy a case of water at a gas station than deal with this place.

This Publix location offers fast service at a convenient location.
On my visit, I had to hunt around the store for water and basic travel supplies in order to avoid insane room charges at my hotel. The workers here pleasantly directed me to all the items I was looking for, including walking me to certain hard to find items.

We love this grocery store. Staff are very friendly and location is great for us. Would highly recommend the deli and sushi for lunchtime crowd. Short walk from downtown hotels, convention center or Harbour Island.
Parking can be an issue during rush hours but can usually find a spot after just a few minutes. All other times it is easy parking.

Clean store but as usual with Publix, too small in my opinion.
The clientele seem to be mostly local hipsters and the entire shopping plaza this market is attached to is clean and inviting. A nice view of downtown Tampa is had from the parking lot. Prices are reasonable and it’s conveniently located near downtown Tampa hotels, of which I was staying at one.

–Pros:
–Best wine selection in comparison with other Publix locations
–Samples every other day… and they are yummy too!
–Produce area is super clean and appetizing
–The Publix Deli Café is relax, clean, and the their subs are really good.
–The staff and the people are always really friendly!

Stopped by on a late afternoon for a deli snack. As others mention, compared to many Publix stores (and certainly the 2 I frequent the most), this a smaller, more convenient size to navigate and get in/​out quickly. I certainly wish my neighborhood stores were smaller. Good service, too, as I asked one of the cashiers a question, and they walked me directly to what I was looking for.
And while most every Publix I’ve been in often has some kind of samples, this location upped the trend a strong notch with abundant samples of sushi (which was pretty good, actually) and wine. Nice umbrella tables out front, which provided a good place to eat, even on a brisk but sunny winter afternoon. And as usual, this Publix deli puts out a good sandwich.
I’ll be back when I’m in the need for a quick sandwich downtown.

I like that this Publix is smaller. You can get in and out quickly and it’s never terribly crowded when I’ve gone. As far as I can tell, it has everything that the larger stores have. Convinient, great service, and BOGO’s!

Ugh, this Publix is one of the worst ones I’ve been to. It’s way too small and cluttered. There are literally boxes everywhere which is not a good look for such a great chain like Publix.
I went recently and they were totally out of strawberries, blueberries and cantaloupe. What kind of grocery store doesn’t carry these things?
I’ll be shopping at the Greenwise Publix instead of going here.

Why 5 stars? Because this is the best grocery store ever invented.
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Another place I can’t believe I never reviewed. When I lived in Ybor, Channelside, and then Ybor again — this was my Publix, and I miss it severely.
Publix is awesome, we all know that. But this Publix has everything you could ever want. And it’s absolutely home to the most attractive people in Tampa. Forget MacDinton’s or Tribeca… if I were a modeling agent, I would sit outside at the picnic tables eating sushi, and passing out my business card. I just stopped in here the other night, and nothing has changed. Beautiful people everywhere buying food… which makes for non-​boring grocery shopping.
Seriously, modeling agencies of TB — you’re stupid not to do this.
PS — I once met the Acuvue twins in here. Biggest celebrity encounter ever, don’t kid yourself if you think that’s not a big deal. Astigmatism!