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Trader Joe's

Grocery Store, Supermarket, and Wine Store

North Center, Chicago

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Trader Joe's

9.0^/10

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"Gummie tummies are delicious and cute"(2 Tips)
"gets crowded on weekends and especially monday nights."(2 Tips)
"front of the bike rack."(2 Tips)
"Maple cookies double as a breakfast food with coffee."(2 Tips)

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Xavier MartinezJuly 14, 2012
Been here 5+ times
It's NorthCenter, NOT Wrigley, so they do not need to have cold beer! Their lot IS crazy, so walk it, bus it, or take "el" to Addison Brown Line stop. Pet Supplies Plus right next door! Perfect!
John KiddeNovember 2, 2014
Can't go wrong with anything here: milk, soap, pizza dough, it's all good!
laura honeycuttAugust 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
In late summer, you simply must buy the boxed peaches. They are the sweetest, most wonderful peaches you will ever eat! Be sure to come friday or early Saturday before they run out!
Heather MurrayMarch 17, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Decent liquor selection (Koval, Hendricks, etc.), 9:30 on a weeknight the place is silent. Perfect shopping time if you can swing it.
DanL NiermannJuly 22, 2013
Bacon ends & pieces are super cheap ($2.99) and work phenomenonally in your cooking masterpieces! It's a freezer staple.
Phoenix JimenezOctober 14, 2021
Been here 10+ times
Parking lot is a fustercluck. Everyone seems to have an SUV…no one knows how to park them.
Arek DreyerDecember 24, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Kate may wear crazy hats (she never wears a repeat?!) but she gets people through her line with amazing speed.
Sean Maccarone-ReedApril 21, 2015
Been here 50+ times
Always fast service in the express lane. Shhh don't tell anyone.
Bobby KennedyJanuary 11, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Get some exercise and walk or bike there to avoid dealing with the hell of a parking lot.
jessica perrinMarch 1, 2010
Been here 10+ times
gets crowded on weekends and especially monday nights. often out of a lot until tues restock. support TJs - good prices, good unique foods, nice people.
Nicole WilliamsJune 20, 2012
Been here 10+ times
They play the most amazing music! You will always find yourself singing as you shop!
KateMarch 30, 2012
The samples they offer at the back of the store always give me good ideas for new things to make...or at least you get a snack while you shop
Jimmy K.April 23, 2012
If you're not sure where to put your cart, just leave it in front of the bike rack.
Josh HershMarch 27, 2010
Been here 25+ times
If you can't make it there in the afternoons on a weekday, go right when they open at 8am on Saturday. It will save you a lot of headaches. Read more
Paige KaliskiSeptember 23, 2016
Been here 10+ times
the bomb! everyone who works here is very helpful
Joe MescherJanuary 3, 2010
Drive a small car! Their parking lot is crazy -- it's got a really steep two-way driveway and tons of concrete pillars that obscure your view.
Laura StephensonOctober 6, 2011
Fresh Turkey Meatballs here will change your life. For the better.
Carie BadgettMay 5, 2010
I had a cashier confirm it's best to get there before 4pm on weekdays to avoid the craziness. Love this store!
Jessica PiraroJune 17, 2010
Peep the fresh bagged arugula (if you love this spicy leaf) It's a great buy and quite delicious :D Read more
rick wionJune 12, 2010
Been here 5+ times
They've expanded and are more roomy. But need to bring back cold beer. This is Wrigleyville, for goodness sake!
Ben PerezJanuary 6, 2017
Been here 50+ times
Always crowded around 9am, 12pm, 5pm.
Alfie MartinFebruary 3, 2023
Been here 25+ times
is buying dark Trader Jose beer. #traderjoes #mexicanbeer #chicago #beer
Cari SekendurAugust 28, 2011
Been here 5+ times
I highly reccommend Gummy Tummies for a penguiny delicious treat.
Lisa Mattoni-MillerFebruary 26, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Love the frozen herbs! Garlic cubes!
Ron RowlandNovember 19, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Try to hit this place during low traffic hours, otherwise parking and congestion can make you kind of nuts.
Clif KirklandFebruary 19, 2016
Great wine prices
Lee AllenAugust 11, 2014
Been here 50+ times
Go at an off time. Past 9am on the weekend is a terrible idea.
PLATZJuly 3, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Check out the tofu Veggie Patties! Delicious!
Ryan BujekerFebruary 15, 2010
Been here 25+ times
I picked up carne asada for tacos in frozen section today - can't wait! Also try roast beef hash for savory breakfast item.
Carrie goughJuly 12, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Lot's of cute boys work here! ;)
ᴡ TimNovember 8, 2019
Been here 25+ times
My wife loves this place.
Cari SekendurOctober 23, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Gummie tummies are delicious and cute
SheenaJune 19, 2011
Gets busy. Come early. Oh and lots of hot employees. Yep, I'm that creep =p
Garrett JeffsJanuary 20, 2022
I love trading with joe
John GeahanAugust 31, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Park on the street...its free. The parking lot is chaos
Nathan GrantJanuary 8, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Now that there is another business here, the parking lot is packed
Shadia MassoudOctober 24, 2013
Love this place but the parking sucks
Kelly ScottAugust 5, 2011
Their frozen spinach dip is AMAZING!! Heats up in 4 mins!!
Laura JeanJuly 27, 2010
Bought a Bromeliad plant here the other day and it makes my apartment feel a bit more homey :)
Matt OwensSeptember 11, 2011
Maple cookies double as a breakfast food with coffee.
JP Le CannellierApril 17, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Coolest dressed employees ever! Can't believe the tattoos..
Sobe SimonJanuary 10, 2016
Been here 100+ times
Horrible parking. Good store
radstarrApril 6, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Grab the SnapPeas!
Veronica UrsettoAugust 27, 2011
Don't forget the doggie dock!
KimbersJuly 24, 2011
Do NOT come on a weekend!
Merly payneOctober 14, 2009
Why am I using this apparently again? Is it helpful to anyone at all to know I just went grocery shopping? Though free pie today!
Brian SchopfelJanuary 4, 2014
This parking lot is the worst ever. Stock up on cheap wine to cope.
Joey DeuceJuly 10, 2009
it's so non relaxed here. negative energy for a hippy place. I need a coop
PLATZJanuary 7, 2012
Been here 25+ times
OMG the parking lot has gone from bad to HORRENDOUS! AVOID! AVOID! AVOID!

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