I like almost everything at Trader Joe’s. It’s a little freaky how I can try just about anything and like it. This post is not about that. This post is about the very few things I don’t like. These are all things I would normally eat, but I just don’t like what they did with it. But remember, this is what I, personally, don’t like. You may still like it. This is just a heads up, in case its your first time or just want a trust opinion before buying. As usual, I’ll try to keep the descriptions brief.
1. The Queso Cheese Dip
I had about three bites and I couldn’t do anymore. It had separated, and I’m not sure it was ever a cheesy consistency. The cheese flavor was…absent. Very disappointing.
2. White Cake
The prepared white cake, whether cupcake or sheet cake, has been dry every time I’ve tried it. Not a fan, and no icing can save it. Stick to the chocolate or maybe a pie.
3. Ground Beef
Specifically the kind that comes in the little vacuum sealed, square packs. This are found in the both the fresh and frozen sections. They’re just extra ground, which leaves the meat tasting overworked. I’ve tried every variation of fat percentages and its all the same. Not worth it. Either go for the much more expense ground angus or go to another store. I prefer Sprouts.
(Dis)Honorable Mentions
These are more like items that I think I may be wrong about, but I still want to give you a heads up.
A. Small Tomatoes
Their little (grape and cherry sized) tomatoes go bad so quickly! This may be just me and maybe I should not refrigerate them? Not sure. But I still buy them anyway because they’re delicious, even if I have to throw most of them out before I can eat them all.
B. Any of the pizzas
Honestly, I haven’t actually tried all the pizzas because they look weak. I can’t bring myself to spend the money on something that looks either completely floppy or like it’ll taste like cardboard. Plus, out of the entire frozen pizza dedicated freezer, there’s only ever two with meat on them. I like a meaty pizza, when I do have one. On top of all of this, I’ve seen a ton of bad reviews about them. So, I’m not 100% sure you should skip it, but if its your first visit, stay away.
I had to keep this list shorter, because I truly enjoy most of the food (and prices) at this store! Let me know if there are some that missed, because most of the vegan things I don’t try, like the plant based “meats,” “cheeses,” and dressings.
Prescribed by Law 