Today I visited the new Trader Joes in Green Hills (at the former location of Wild Oats). I have shopped at Trader Joes several times before in other cities, so it was exciting to know this store is so close and I can buy whatever I want. They have such cool stuff!
Kelly asked me to check out some prices on basic things, and I did record mostly organic prices since that is the main reason why some of you will venture to Trader Joes. However, one thing to keep in mind is Trader Joes is not 100% organic, it stocks 30-40% organic items. They usually have an organic and non-organic choice for every main food item. So all of the items I’ve priced have non-organic options also.
Milk: Gallon jug is $3.49, Organic is $5.99
Butter: Organic butter is $4.79
OJ: Organic OJ (1/2 gallon) is $3.49
Produce: Bananas 19 cents each, Organic Bananas are 29 cents each. Organic Apples are 69 cents each, $3.99 for a bag. Organic Romaine Lettuce, $2.49/bag. Organic Roma Tomatoes, 6 pack for $2.49. ORganic Russet Potatoes, 5 lb bag for $3.99
Meat: Organic ground beef $5.99/lb, regular ground beef $2.49/lb, Organic Chicken, $6.99/lb, Salmon $7.99/lb
Cheese: Organic shredded Mozarella, $3.99, Regular 3 cheese shredded, $3.79. Organic String Cheese $3.99 for 9 sticks
Yogurt: Organic plain or vanilla yogurt, 32 oz for $2.99
Eggs: 12 large for $1.99, 12 large cage free for $2.99 (white or brown)
Peanut Butter: Natural PB- $1.79, Organic PB- $2.99
Baking: Organic brown sugar, 24 oz for $2.99. Pure Maple Syrup- 8 oz for $5.49, 32 oz for $16.99, Organic Maple Syrup 12 oz for $7.99
Oatmeal: Organic Instant Oatmeal packets, 8 for $3.49, Organic Oats (Old Fashioned), 18 oz for $2.29
Bread: Organic Soft Wheat Bread $2.99, Organic Flax and Fiber Bread $2.29. Ezekiel 4:9 Bread $3.49
Frozen foods: Whole Wheat Multigrain Waffles, $1.99, Gluten Free Pancakes, $2.99. Organic Frozen Pizzas $3.99-$4.99. Frozen Veggie example: Organic Green beans, 16 oz for $1.79.
My prices above do nothing to describe the huge selection and variety in this store. You will love frozen aisle of yummy ice cream treats and desserts, as well as all of the unusual frozen foods. One of our favorites is the Naan (Indian) frozen bread for $2.99. There are all kinds of chocolate dipped fruits, chocolate covered nuts and special holiday treats. There are fresh baked Artisian breads, a huge selection of cheese, tons of snacks (I love their pita chips) and beautiful fresh flowers to brighten your day! You will also love the selection of nuts and dried fruits, and all kinds of Trader Joes Trek Mixes. And don’t miss the “sample center” in the back of the store. My cashier told me if there is anything you want to try in the store before you buy, you can take it back there and they will open it and let you try a sample. Happy Trader Joe’s Shopping!!
– Christina Stewart
