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Post by hennybutton on Apr 21, 2016 13:07:14 GMT
I'm pretty excited. The only grocery store on my way home from work is Smart and Final. I need a place where I can run in and pick up a few things. I hear they're great for meat and produce.
What products are your favorites at Aldi?
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Post by anonrefugee on Apr 21, 2016 13:10:24 GMT
I buy chocolates there- probably not answer you're seeking.
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Post by schizo319 on Apr 21, 2016 13:12:12 GMT
Produce varies by store. The prices at our Aldi are great, but there are times when I buy produce that seems to spoil more quickly than regular grocery store veggies (and sometimes they last longer-it's hit or miss). I like Aldi for staples like milk, eggs, flour, sugar, pasta, etc. They also have a pretty good variety of healthy snacks (organic/non-gmo if you're concerned about that sort of thing). Their wines are also pretty good for the price.
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Post by oaksong on Apr 21, 2016 13:14:58 GMT
There is one opening near me, too! They're about to hit Southern California in a big way. I'll be watching this thread, too, as I have no idea what to expect.
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Post by Peamac on Apr 21, 2016 13:27:58 GMT
I'm so jealous! The nearest Aldi to me is in the eastern side of Nebraska- I'm in central Colorado, so it would be an 8 hour trip. I'm surprised they'd put a store in Orange County- their usual demographic would be a much lower income than OC.
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Post by caangel on Apr 21, 2016 14:01:57 GMT
According to the list I found there aren't any going in near me.
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Post by shescrafty on Apr 21, 2016 14:03:33 GMT
I have recently switched and 75% of my shopping is done at ALDI.
I make my list and go to ALDI first, then whatever I can't get I get at a more typical grocery store. The only thing we have not liked our the "Sims" beef jerky that I bought for my son and he hated. But I just returned it and didn't by them again. You can return things you don't like so I keep my receipts in an envelope in case I need it.
I have not had issues with their produce or meat, I don't buy seafood there because it is all frozen and I prefer fresh fish. I am not brand loyal and don't care about brand names so it is easy for me to shop there.
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Post by Zee on Apr 21, 2016 14:10:11 GMT
I do almost 100% off my shopping there, but I would not say meat and produce are their strong suits. Everything else, yes.
I don't eat a lot of meat but I do buy large packages of chicken breast tenders and those are fine.
Their bagged lettuce and spinach is excellent and the rest, some days the stuff (produce) is great and others not so much.
Eggs, cheese, dairy, bread is all great
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Post by hennybutton on Apr 21, 2016 14:14:52 GMT
Is it a large version of Trader Joe's? I love Trader Joe's.
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Post by hennybutton on Apr 21, 2016 14:16:17 GMT
One more thing. I read that for the Southern California market, the are going to emphasize organic produce and other fresh foods.
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Post by NoWomanNoCry on Apr 21, 2016 14:20:20 GMT
My husband likes their chocolate peanut butter cups a lot (I hate chocolate so I couldn't tell ya how it is) I get produce there and never had a issue. In fact that's the only place I get avacodos at where they're not already bad or go bad within a day. They have these boneless ribs that are great fot he crockpot. Other than that we haven't gotten any other meat products. Crackers- really nice assortment of crackers for parties. Cereal- taste the same as the name brand stuff to me and im picky about cereal. Waffles/syrup Eggs, butter and milk- just left there yesterday with a dozen eggs for .97/pack. Can stuff- green beans, tomatos, chilies, chicken stock. The frozen pizzas are crap IMO. Breads- they have a really good bread section at my store with specialty types of breads as well as your norm. Pickles- love their bread and butter ones! I didn't care for their fresh salsa either (sold in cold section with clear packaging). Thier knock of Hellmans mayo (Bermans I think is the name) is ok but I wouldn't buy it again. Others like it though. Also my store has some name brand things like Coke products, name brand cereals and jucies. I also get my sour cream and cream cheese there. Really good stuff for cheap. Enjoy! Don't forget your quarter
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Post by smginaz Suzy on Apr 21, 2016 14:41:52 GMT
You might be surprised at some of the demographics. We have done service projects with their food bank and it is astonishing how many families in need the OC food bank supports.
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 21, 2016 14:49:04 GMT
You might be surprised at some of the demographics. We have done service projects with their food bank and it is astonishing how many families in need the OC food bank supports. I agree with this. I lived in OC for 30 years until about 10 years ago and there are definitely areas that not high income. It's a myth that most in OC are high income wage earners. That tends to be more towards southern OC and mid but especially northern OC, there are many low to middle income families. I live in north San Diego county now and am looking forward to an Aldi's going in near us.
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Post by lorieann13 on Apr 21, 2016 15:06:16 GMT
Two Aldi's opened near me in my area of southern California and so far the response is "eh." Some people really enjoy the store but the majority do not. I guess because in my area we are already infiltrated with organics at Staters, Albertsons, Trader Joes, Vons. And compared to my store Staters, Aldi is sometimes a few cents cheaper or a few cents more. A lot of people complain about the from China products too. I wasnt impressed. But thats me. I love Staters.
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Post by oaksong on Apr 21, 2016 15:16:44 GMT
I'm a Stater's shopper, too, lorieann13. It's going to take a lot to lure me away from them, Target and Trader Joe's, but we'll see. Our new Aldi is in a convenient location. I usually end up going to each place for for specific things.
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Post by myshelly on Apr 21, 2016 15:39:06 GMT
Is it a large version of Trader Joe's? I love Trader Joe's. No. It's a cheaper version of Trader Joes. All of our Aldi stores are smaller than our Trader Joes, though.
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Post by underwatermama on Apr 21, 2016 16:06:29 GMT
I'll be interested in reading your review since I think you are also a TJ's shopper? Just in case they ever decide to open one near me...
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Post by colleen on Apr 21, 2016 16:15:02 GMT
I'm pretty excited. The only grocery store on my way home from work is Smart and Final. I need a place where I can run in and pick up a few things. I hear they're great for meat and produce. What products are your favorites at Aldi? I will definitely check it out because it is across the street from one of my favorite fabric stores.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 21, 2016 16:18:35 GMT
I love Aldi's and have two of them close by......but I don't buy everything there, just my favorites -
Turkey sticks Cheese selection is awesome and CHEAP compared to your other local stores Bottled dressings (use for marinades) Freaky cheap produce Olive tapenade Frozen pizzas (the thin crust kind) Spiral Ham
and my absolute favorite? Their Cranberry Almond Chicken Salad.....so good!
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Post by librarylady on Apr 21, 2016 16:24:46 GMT
Crackers Baking mix Flour Cereal Pickles Chips any variety Frozen waffles Cheese Spiral cut ham Eggs Milk
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Post by yoursweetwhimsy on Apr 21, 2016 17:51:01 GMT
I ran in this week and bought four avocados, 4 cucumbers, a bag of celery, and a bag of baby carrots. The total was $6 and change. I looked at the receipt to make sure she rang up everything. We LOVE their produce.
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Post by crittsmom on Apr 21, 2016 18:19:14 GMT
I'm a Stater's shopper, too, lorieann13 . It's going to take a lot to lure me away from them, Target and Trader Joe's, but we'll see. Our new Aldi is in a convenient location. I usually end up going to each place for for specific things.
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Post by peaname on Apr 21, 2016 19:53:38 GMT
Kettle chips, pretzel rods, raisin packs, applesauce cups, nuts of all kinds (try the chill lime cashews if you like spicy things), milk, eggs, Greek yogurt, coffee creamer, sugar, flour, tea bags, basmati rice, tortillas, canned tomatoes, dried and canned beans, bagged salad, shredded cheese, frozen fruit, never any sliced ham, dried salami, bread, pasta and sauce are regulars on our list.
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Post by oaksong on Apr 21, 2016 20:54:26 GMT
Well, I just popped in to check out our new Aldi at lunchtime. It's a mob scene today, of course. I really like the look and layout of it. Very open and European looking. Great prices, I will definitely be back for a shopping trip. Someone was buying ribs. They looked nice and meaty, and I've been wanting to try a crock pot recipe for them. I'm sure I'll find lots of things to buy there,. They may replace Stater's and Target combined. We'll see.
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Post by femalebusiness on Apr 21, 2016 21:15:25 GMT
The store near me opened today but I will wait until next week to go. I thought it would probably be a zoo today. I have heard they carry a lot of gluten free.
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Post by sincity2003 on Apr 22, 2016 11:53:33 GMT
The store near me opened today but I will wait until next week to go. I thought it would probably be a zoo today. I have heard they carry a lot of gluten free. Yes, they have their own line "Live G-Free" that is all gluten free. It's why we shop there - my son has Celiac and has to eat gluten free and it's quite a bit cheaper than Publix or Target or Winn-Dixie. Their gluten free bread is my son's favorite. Their gluten free cookies are (supposedly) made by Enjoy Life, and they are between 1.99 and 2.39 a box at Aldis, but then $4.99 a box at the other stores. We also buy their lunch meat under the brand "Never Any" because it's free of all fillers, nitrates, gluten, et cetera, and it's $3.xx compared to Applegate at $5.xx here. The one we currently have is not in the best part of town so I won't go after dark, which limits when I do get to go, but we are getting one much closer and I cannot wait. It's truly saved our grocery bill!
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Post by *KAS* on Apr 22, 2016 12:30:18 GMT
I usually make Aldi my first stop, then pick up what I can't get either at Supertarget or Kroger. There are 2 Aldi by me and those stores are across the street from one or the other.
I buy their grass fed beef (like $5.60 a pound which is about $4 less than most places I see!), eggs, cottage cheese, specialty cheese, whatever produce looks good, plain Greek yogurt, center cut bacon and baking staples and spices on a regular basis.
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Post by gorgeouskid on Apr 22, 2016 13:10:43 GMT
The Aldi's close to my work opened yesterday! Thanks for the head's up. I'll give it a whirl.
Last year, I did a focus group for advertising, and it was Aldi's. Thanks to the Peas, I was the only person in our group of 20 who knew what it was.
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Post by moodyblue on Apr 22, 2016 13:18:20 GMT
I like the chicken salad, usually the cranberry almond, but sometimes I get the plainer version too. Their sweet potato chips are less than $2 a bag. I get them for my mom and occasionally for me. WAY less expensive than other stores.
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Post by birdgate on Apr 22, 2016 13:24:36 GMT
We got one in Cerritos. I missed the grand opening yesterday and missed out on the golden ticket. We have so many markets already! I'm seeing some nice coupons from competing markets already. I'll try the nuts, cheese, crackers and produce. Looks like they sell gardening and biking stuff too.
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