Yes, we all know Trader Joe's and how great it is. BUT make sure you go check out the new one 17th and Madison. It just opened in late August and is lovely empty. All the same great TJ products, friendly knowledgeable (sometimes flirty?) staff, but NO one is there before 5pm! It is very pleasant. After 5pm, I hear this store gets very crowded, and like all TJ's, the parking situation is not good with crowds.
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