Today my husband and I had a typical shopping experience at Fred Meyer: he stayed downstairs in the grocery department and saved a fair amount of money on perfectly good quality bread, cheese, and... More

Today my husband and I had a typical shopping experience at Fred Meyer: he stayed downstairs in the grocery department and saved a fair amount of money on perfectly good quality bread, cheese, and produce, as well as some fresh bulk candy. (When FM was bought by Kroger, I was told that the freshness of their produce and bulk food would go way downhill, but I haven't noticed this.) Meanwhile, I went upstairs to the clothing department, and I saved no money at all because I bought nothing at all. Their clothes are even cheaper in quality than in price—MUCH cheaper—and I decided to continue doing my shopping at thrift stores, where you can get six nearly new shirts for the price of one from Fred Meyer. I did buy a pair of shoes from FM the other day that I am very happy with; they aren't the best quality, but I can't afford the best shoes. Still, if you're lucky enough to find the style you're looking for in good condition and in your size (which isn't terribly hard), you can usually get better shoes at thrift stores as well. Overall, I give Fred Meyer a 5 for their groceries and a 1 for their clothing, making an average of 3.
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Every once in a while Fred Meyer has great sale on 501s. It is worth a phone call and the drive to your nearest FM

Every once in a while Fred Meyer has great sale on 501s. It is worth a phone call and the drive to your nearest FM
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For some reason, I prefer the Fred Myers in Lake City rather then the one in Ballard and Greenwood. The prices at the Lake City one always seems to be cheaper and they sell more items, also, its... More

For some reason, I prefer the Fred Myers in Lake City rather then the one in Ballard and Greenwood. The prices at the Lake City one always seems to be cheaper and they sell more items, also, its much much bigger so theres more stuff to look at and purchase. It's not too far from 125th and Lake City Way so you might at well go visit. I guarntee you'll like it!
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Fred Meyer. A name to strike terror into the hearts of reluctant shoppers everywhere. Ok, so you can combine grocery shopping with clothes and other household goods - and even gardening/yard... More

Fred Meyer. A name to strike terror into the hearts of reluctant shoppers everywhere. Ok, so you can combine grocery shopping with clothes and other household goods - and even gardening/yard supplies if you go upstairs and outside. Pretty good deals occasionally on clothes, too. Still, when the zombie hordes come, this is the first place you'll find them - especially at night with that creepy lighting. Don't go after watching a George Romero flick, and when you do go, park in the upper lot and use the upstairs checkers to escape quickly when its busy. Good luck!
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