The Safeway at 1624 72nd St E in Tacoma offers a convenient grocery experience with services like bakery customization, a deli, a butchers block, and fresh produce. It provides options for fast shopping through Grocery Delivery, DriveUp & Go™, and online Order Ahead pick-up. The floral department features exclusive designs. Customer experiences at this location vary. Some shoppers find the store friendly and clean with easy parking, and they occasionally note fantastic, polite cashiers. Positive comments highlight amazing customer service from staff. However, several consistent criticisms are reported. The store is often described as getting dirty, with spills not cleaned and many empty shelves where items are not restocked. Prices are frequently mentioned as being very high and continuously rising. Specific department issues include disappointing and rude service in the deli, with reports of poorly prepared food. The store's restrooms are consistently described as never clean and smelling terrible. Employee demeanor is often criticized, with reports of staff being on their phones, seeming rude, or appearing as if they do not want to be at work. Despite the criticisms, some products, like specific desserts, remain popular favorites.
