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January 2024 by Jane D.
All hail Rafael Guastavino because this a gorgeous location and while many city grocery shopping experiences are subterranean or split-level you're shopping like a queen here. One star deduction is that in the first days of 2024, Trader Joe's completely gutted their beer department here and left only the scantest, least-inspired basic choices. I was told that people are shoplifting beer and that crackers sells better so now there is half an aisle of Carr's-like crackers replacing the beer aisle. To the managers who may be reading this- this isn't prohibition. Please realize what a heavy drinking neighborhood this store is based in. Prior to this store opening, Whole Foods was the "cheap" grocery store on the UES. Not kidding. For example a 4 pack of Talea beer goes for $16 at Trader Joes but $33 at the nearby beer focused bodega on the UES. This seems like an especially poor time of year (Super Bowl, coldest days of winter) to remove alcohol options from shelves. Please reconsider Trader Joes managers/corporate and bring back the beer.
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December 2023 by Sabrina P.
Spacious location in Midtown East / borderline UES! Fairly new. Overall, the staff is friendly and nice. Would of course recommend going at non-peak times. I'm grateful this is my local neighborhood location!
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November 2023 by Sam
Really nice check out guy at the till. Prices went up bit I guess that's just the holidays. They have really nice Atlantic salmon for a good price tho.
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November 2023 by Deborah L.
Wow what took me so long to discover the incredible selection of delicious and healthy choices of food at a half the cost of other supermarkets and right on the block. Everything is fresh and such a wide selection and right under the gorgeous bridge. What fun to shop here and lovely staff. It gets busy of course but they navigate you well and the lines move fast.
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November 2023 by Johnny Zawacki
We shop here often and no matter how long the lines, check out is fast! This location is always well stocked and they continually restock. Built into the Queensboro Bridge, don't forget to look up during your shopping trip. The vaulted ceilings are beautiful.
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October 2023 by Henry Kim
They have everything. Also the things I buy are less expensive than the other markets. I’ve always had fresh items. I like that they have a seating area and bathroom which are both clean. Is everyone that works there always friendly no, but I’m sure it’s not the easiest job and everyone has a bad day. I really love their cheese and bakery selection plus they have delicious soups and salad bar plus hot food selections.
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September 2023 by Clarissa L.
Love this trader joe's! The staff are always super friendly and helpful and the produce is always fresh because the turnover is so fast. I also never realized that Trader Joe's looks so different on the inside with high ceilings and beautiful architecture as it's right under the queenboro bridge. Lines can be long on weekends, but it moves very fast and they are very efficient.
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September 2023 by Melodie M.
I haven't been to this location since it was previously a different grocery store, but this is one of the most unique locations of any store I have been in - because it is underneath a bridge, with these crazy old sculptural ceilings that give this store an ambience like no other!Like my other experiences at NYC TJ's, it was crazy packed. However, the aisles were spacious enough to maneuver around, and I was able to find what I needed quickly and easily. I was not daunted by the huge checkout line, because I have faith in the Trader Joe's employees, management, and the priority on having a plan and system in place - and I was not disappointed! I pretty much sped through a long line, due to a person with a loud voice who stood on a stool at the juxtaposition of the line ending and the cashier wing beginning - and she called out cashier numbers like a pro- it was kind of amazing! considering those vaulted ceilings omg! Kudos to those who stand on stools shouting cashier numbers and pointing. Thank you!I needed a couple of snacks and beverages, nothing major, but this particular area is not one that has a lot of corner stores or bodegas, so I had trouble just finding a bottle of water, therefore: TJ's was perfect. A short walk from my stay and next door to TJMaxx, I found all the necessities here.
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September 2023 by Richa T.
Pros:+ Very, very efficient - despite how crowded it can get, they do a great job managing the commotion. + Beautiful architecture - love those gorgeous arches and high ceilings+ Reasonable prices for UES+ Friendly staff+ Well stocked inventoryIG: QueenOfAdventureNYC
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August 2023 by Michalina Hanzel
My favorite grocery store around the neighborhood. Beautiful fresh flowers that last a long time. Good selection of fresh fruits and veggies. Usually not too busy but can get crazy. Pleasant staff. My quality of life has increased a lot since TJ opened at this location.
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July 2023 by Sergey Butenco
Having TJs around you could be the best thing that you can have in the city. It's absolutely a gorgeous grocery store having everything you need. Cashiers are super duper friendly.Just note that if you go there during rush hours, you'll see a huge wait line. So you better bring your earbuds with you :)
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June 2023 by Jaye Aster Broder
Nice large Trader Joe’s. It’s probably the most affordable supermarket in the area with a good mix of general house supplies too. Checkout is fast and efficient.
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June 2023 by Boyan Doytchinov
Coolest Trader Joe's location by far! As with any Trader Joe's, great products, fresh produce and surprisingly low prices!
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May 2023 by Cat Moon
It was my first time at a trader joes and the check out confused me but the selection and prices were impressive, their packaging is really beautiful and the location is awesome. I wish I got one of this mini orchids but I can’t travel with them. Really cool!
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April 2023 by A.L. Harris
I love Trader Joes and this one is special. Located under the Queensboro Bridge on 59th and first, its a beautiful edition to the UES. The architecture of the building is magnificent. High ceilings with white tiles it makes grocery shopping a little luxurious. Nice selection of fruits and vegetables, great cheese selections and a lot of unique food choices. I really wish they would relocate the now defunct Union Square wine store here.
