Aldi

I went back to Aldi since I hadn’t been back since last summer. I was quickly disappointed that I couldn’t even find a cart with a working, intact infant strap. I told my 16 month old to hold on tight! I did find a good variety of things to buy, which was nice. The man who rang us up was super nice too. I’m sure we will give it another shot, and hope for better infant straps.

I actually grew up in the town where Aldi is headquartered and therefore have not given them a whole lot of thought to be honest. Back in the 70s and 80s there was little to get excited over and as I moved around the country I never gave them much thought. We recently moved to the Wylie area and we hit up Aldi because we got an ad in the mail that had really good produce prices.
I have to say that I have not been disappointed. The produce, while limited (which is the whole concept of the store– few choices, less overhead, cheaper prices), has been good. I got four green peppers (pre-​packaged) yesterday for 89 cents. Really? I don’t like them but my husband does and enjoys grilling them. Then there were mushroom containers at 69 cents a piece. I was able to load my cart up with healthy produce for very little cash. Berries, squash, apples, peaches, etc.
My kids were more interested in the cookies and other snacks. Usually I’m the ‘no’ mom because they don’t really need that stuff and it’s usually overpriced. Yesterday… I was the YES mom! I had my cape on, «Yes!» Put it in the cart! Yes! We can get that!” No, we still didn’t NEED the stuff but it was reasonably priced and there were no trans fats to be seen on the labels so we indulged a little. ;)
The store has been clean and orderly each time we’ve gone. The check out staff has been friendly and, as noted by my kids, «You’re so fast at that!» Maybe they have capes too, I don’t know. I DO know that with the prices, selection and a gluten-​free selection (which I honestly think is pretty decent for a grocery store with six aisles) we will be back!
After Thoughts for those New to Aldi… Don’t forget to bring a quarter to rent your shopping cart (you’ll get it back, don’t worry) and grocery bags– another way that Aldi helps pass on the savings! And no, I don’t work for them, don’t know anyone who does but when I find a good place I love to let others know!

Great groceries at great prices. The place is nicely laid out. I enjoy the pineapple and the sausages. The buns they had were a bit stale. The chocolate they have is wonderful.

I’ve not had much luck with their produce. Often, it’s old and moldy. I have not tried their private label brands except for the Choceur Nuts and Raisins chocolate bar. The chocolate was surprisingly good. It’s not as sweet as American chocolate.