“I find that sometimes I have mixed experiences when it comes to Publix. However, I had the best interactions and customer services today at this location. Ashley and Hayden are some of the sweetest individual that I have interacted with thus far. They both greeted me when I walked in. At checkout, they were so helpful with bagging my groceries based on type of items I had (frozen, refrigerated, shelf). Cheers for them! Thank you Ashley and Hayden for a positive experience!”
“Publix is one of the best overall grocery shopping experiences in the area. Curb appeal matters, and Publix consistently delivers with clean, well-kept stores that feel inviting from the moment you arrive. Inside, the store is organized, bright, and maintained to a high standard. The staff is a big reason I keep coming back. Employees are friendly, professional, and often go out of their way to help, which makes shopping smoother and more pleasant. That level of customer service stands out. Compared with Kroger, Publix may have a slightly smaller selection in some categories and prices can be a bit higher. Even so, I’d rather pay a little more for a cleaner store, better service, and an overall shopping experience that feels worth it. Bottom line: if you value cleanliness, professionalism, and a stress-free grocery trip, Publix is a solid choice.”
“We always stop in a Publix when we travel south and need food for the hotel. The stores are always clean and their produce is always fresh. The only store that had better quality meat was Teeter Harris, and they went defunct several years ago. We used to live in Nashville, TN a couple of years ago and have since retired in the Indianapolis, IN area. Unfortunately, they don't have any Publix north of Kentucky. Too bad, they are much nicer than Kroger's and carry more of a variety. So Publix should listen up and move a little further north. Since Marsh stores went out several years back, Kroger's is just about the only large chain grocer in this area, excluding the Walmarts and Meijers.”
“Easy parking and entrance. Restroom are clean, 2 separate private rooms, they are both gender. Which I found interesting. Urinal and toilet. Produce was fresh, large selection, although, no honeydew. Great selection of organic goods. No pickled onions but sundried tomatoes were $3 and so delicious. Reasonable on meat & dairy. Salmon and cheese is cheaper at Kroger. No cottage cheese. Seafood selection is also great. Petite bay and wild caught scallops. Perfect for a steak or salmon topper. Drinks had a awesome selection. La Croix was $4.50 for 12 pack. Better than anywhere else. Gatorade Zero large bottles were $6.50 for 8. 18 pack mini $8.99-no zero. Many brands for 18g and 30g protein bars. Amazing Staff, but seemily only one employee checking customers out. Busy at 4pm, but majority had hand full of items or half a cart. Do not forget your bags and a quarter for a cart!”
“Aldi, the place everyone seems to love because it's cheap. I mean, who doesn't love a good deal? First things first, let's talk about the shopping experience. It's like a treasure hunt. You're constantly on the lookout for hidden gems amidst the stacks of generic brands. The aisles are narrow, which is probably intentional to make you feel like you're in a real-life game of Tetris. I swear, if I'd been any wider, I would have been stuck there forever. Now, let's get to the food. I'm not going to lie, I've seen some produce that looked like it had been through a war. But hey, you get what you pay for, right? Their frozen pizza is surprisingly good, and their chocolate-covered pretzels are a game-changer. One thing I love about Aldi is the quirky little touches. Like the fact that you have to bring your own bags (or pay a small fee for paper ones). It's a small thing, but it's a nice reminder that we should all be trying to reduce our environmental impact. Plus, it's a great way to avoid those flimsy plastic bags that always rip when you're trying to carry your groceries home. If you're looking for a unique and budget-friendly shopping experience, Aldi is definitely worth a visit.”
“My husband & I moved to Franklin, TN about 3 months ago. We love it & we also LOVE our Publix! Customer Service is always top notch, great selections, always clean & OMG their deli is so AMAZING! Biggest selection of Boar's Head I have ever seen. They also have pre sliced deli meat that you can grab & go. There are also lots of premade bites that you can grab & go. Thank You Publix for making life convenient & easy for me!”
“While I'm not the world's biggest Kroger fan, I can appreciate when a Kroger location is exceptional, and this one all that and more. For me, the mark of an excellent grocery store is the the appearance and the upkeep of the Produce department. Walking in the door near the Produce department is a very colourful, welcoming experience. The produce is well stocked, nicely arranged, and the area is kept very clean. It's not uncommon to see an employee or two tending to the area, making sure it's not just stocked, but stocked and arranged nicely. In fact, this may be the cleanest, most organized Kroger I've ever seen. I've made over a dozen visits in the last year and I've yet to see a box out of place, a jar of broken (anything) in the middle of the aisle, or a broom randomly resting against a shelf. The staff is seems focused and on-point. Whether behind the meat counter, stock shelves, or cashiering, I've never seen someone standing around scrolling or talking on their phones. While I freaking LOATHE self-checkout, if I've only got 2 or 3 scannable items (read that: items that don't need to be weighed or numbered) I'll use it. The one time I did I had a question and the person minding Self Checkout was on the spot, ready to assist The parking lot is generally kept clean and carts (somehow) end up in the cart corrals instead rolling through the parking lot, denting cars. If this Kroger were closer to home (Louisville) I'd definitely shop here regularly.”
Walmart just launched Realm, its new 3D online shopping platform. To help you visualize what that means, imagine a virtual mall packed with bright colors, wacky landscapes, and cartoon avatars wandering around. Realm lets you browse "digital doubles" of real Walmart products by navigating through several make-believe worlds. "We believe this is the future of commerce," said Justin Breton, who leads brand experiences at Walmart. "It won't replace our website or app, but will complement them."
Target's new low-cost brand Dealworthy is rolling out this month in stores and online. With items starting at under $1, it is aimed at budget-conscious shoppers. The low prices on basics like phone chargers, paper plates and underwear will likely appeal.
Walmart is growing the number of its physical stores across America. The retail giant announced plans to open 150 new U.S. stores over the next five years while remodeling 650 current locations. This ambitious plan shows Walmart is still confident in real stores, even with online shopping booming. The chain currently operates over 10,000 stores nationwide.
Popular Florida-based grocery chain Publix is venturing into uncharted territory - Kentucky. Come 2024, Publix will unveil its inaugural Bluegrass State locations, comprising six stores sprinkled between Louisville and Lexington.
