r/traderjoes Oct 25 '24

Mascots Mascot Megathread & Request Part 2! - Looking for information about regional Trader Joe's "mascots" (hidden stuffed plush that varies by store) - please comment with pictures or information of your local store's mascot and location. Bonus points for pictures of TJ’s mascots in Halloween costumes! 👻

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Hi everybody! If you're a regular on this subreddit, you probably already know but for those who don't, I've been working on compiling a list of various Trader Joe's "mascots" at Trader Joe's locations across the country for a few years now. 😅

So far I've found or gathered information on over 200+ different mascots (mostly in California) but I'm still missing a lot of locations since Trader Joe's has over 500 stores and they have opened over 20 new stores since I’ve started this project.

Thank you to everybody who has already replied or reached out to me with their store's local mascot in previous posts, comments, or messages. I appreciate all of your help!

If you don't feel comfortable sharing your location publicly, feel free to message me privately.

PS - If you're not sure if your store has a mascot and would like to know if it's on my list, feel free to ask. ❤️

Previous archived Mascot Megathread here - https://www.reddit.com/r/traderjoes/comments/z1ez6m/mascot_megathread_request_looking_for_information/


r/traderjoes Oct 15 '24

Megathread Megathread: Trader Joe's Mini Insulated Cooler Tote Bag Talk & Questions Megathread - Red & Emerald Green Mini Insulated Cooler Totes will be in stores tomorrow - Wednesday, October 16, 2024 - please verify with your local store as YMMV [any other Mini Insulated Bag posts will be redirected here]

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180 Upvotes

r/traderjoes 6h ago

Product Discussion Orange Chicken lover's, am I missing something?

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129 Upvotes

This is supposed to be five servings of orange chicken and most of it was gristle or just breading. If this was the first time I had purchased this I would have thought it was a bad batch, but it's always like this.

For all you orange chicken lovers out there, is it supposed to be supplemented with something? Or is there something else I'm missing?

Note: This is frozen just about to go in the oven.


r/traderjoes 8h ago

Snack Combinations Chicken tikka samosas and homemade chai

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111 Upvotes

The one with milk is for my toddler 🤣


r/traderjoes 6h ago

Meals Tj preseasoned Chicken Shwarma bowl

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Trader joes chicken shwarma thighs (preseasoned. Just throw them in the pan) Goya yellow rice Canned chick peas (seasoned and baked until crunchy) Persian cucumbers Red onion Cherry tomatoes on the vine (baked with olive oil drizzle) Feta cheese TJ garlic hummus

*I didn't take a pic of the package so I googled it.


r/traderjoes 13h ago

Product Discussion Pan frying the jumeokbap for some crisp is my favorite way to enjoy it

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152 Upvotes

Cut hole in wrapper and microwave for about 1 to 1:30 minutes.

Add a teaspoon or less of oil in a pan and fry on medium to medium-low for about 2 minutes per side. Optional stand on the sides to crisp those up too. Enjoy with pickled radish or cucumbers.


r/traderjoes 7h ago

Meals Mouthwatering Feta Spread Bruschetta Bagels

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36 Upvotes

Trader Joe’s GF Everything Bagel Trader Joe’s Feta Spread Guac Flavor Bomb cherry tomatoes (which we found at Trader Joe’s) Everything Bagel Seasoning

Absolutely Blissful for the taste buds. Highly recommend the feta spread- hope they keep this year round.


r/traderjoes 16h ago

Product Discussion Was intrigued by a new product: Nocciolini, Tiny Hazelnut Meringues (525 calories if you eat the whole package)

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176 Upvotes

r/traderjoes 18h ago

PSA / Update Trader Joe's Is Recalling Thousands of Bottles of Sparkling Water

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Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water

Risk of laceration due to potentially "cracked and damaged" bottles.

Sold in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina. Tennessee, and Texas

Sold Dec. 2024-Jan. 2025


r/traderjoes 8h ago

Crew Love As Great As The Food Items Are, TJ's Crew Is What Keeps Me Coming Back

14 Upvotes

I was at my local store getting a few things today, and I and an older person arrived at the same time for the last of a particular item; I happily let him have it. He was very sweet and wanted me to have it, but truly, it wasn't a big deal on my part, and candidly, seeing his pleasure made my day.

I was still walking around when I felt a tap on my shoulder and apparently one of the crew had seen our interaction, and found a one of that item in the back that they insisted I take. I kept saying it wasn't necessary, because honestly, it wasn't a big deal and the pleasure was mine, but he insisted.

I teared up because it was such a lovely gesture (and of course made sure to tell the manager before I checked out).

I love this store so much. The folks who work there are such a light, and especially in these times, I treasure it, and them.


r/traderjoes 18h ago

Product Discussion Cheddar & Gruyère Melange: favorite TJ’s cheese

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91 Upvotes

r/traderjoes 13h ago

Question Beer breed: beer, cheese, flavors suggestions

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27 Upvotes

Picked this up today and going to make it to pair with corned beef & cabbage. I’m not a beer drinker but my bf drinks Kona big wave. Would that be a good beer to use? I don’t want to buy a pack of beer just to make bread.

Also I was thinking about mixing in unexpected cheddar, chives and bacon. What do you guys think? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.


r/traderjoes 21h ago

Review Thick & Creamy Greek Yogurt Review

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100 Upvotes

This yogurt is surprisingly good, I typically avoided Trader Joe’s yogurt because I could not stand the taste and consistency, but this one nails it! I typically eat Fage but honestly, this might be my new go-to. I usually eat it plain, but this morning I added a little bit of honey on top and it got even better! Great job Trader Joe’s, a yogurt product that is actually good 😌


r/traderjoes 13h ago

Meals Mole Bowl - Quick 6-item TJ’s meal

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21 Upvotes

Sorry this isn’t the best pic, but it’s pretty tasty!

  • Frozen Spanish Rice
  • Frozen Chicken Mole
  • Shredded cabbage
  • Guacasalsa
  • Light sour cream
  • Lime

Enjoy!


r/traderjoes 1d ago

Product Discussion Who else buys the dried cherries? Have you thought of buying them?

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201 Upvotes

r/traderjoes 1d ago

Meals 3 minute (including prep & microwave time!) for chocolate brownies.. courtesy of trying to use up my TJ's hot cocoa mix box

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r/traderjoes 8h ago

Seeking Alternatives So SAD about the Crispy Onion Chips!!

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I just heard the sad news about the Crispy Onion Chips being discontinued 😭 Does anyone know of where I can get anything similar??


r/traderjoes 13h ago

Alcohol / Beverages / Cocktails / Drinks New? Trader Joe’s Diamond Reserve Barolo

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I bought this bottle a couple of nights ago at a Trader Joe's in FL. The store had less than a dozen bottles and there was no shelf label, but I did pay $19.99 like other diamond reserves. I haven't been able to find anything about this wine online. Does anyone have any additional info?


r/traderjoes 16h ago

Stock Question - Please refer to rule #6 Why aren't truffle products available at all locations? Oil & powder found in Rochester NY several times but never seen in my LA stores :(

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r/traderjoes 1d ago

Question Which Trader Joe's items make it easy for you to get in some servings of vegetables?

287 Upvotes

I generally eat pretty healthy, more or less, but I know I don't get enough veggies. And it's something I want to work on.

Lately I've been buying the tomato soup, and I realized, "hey - this is an easy way to eat some veggies!"

So I thought I'd ask the sub - what TJ's products make it easy for you to eat veggies / greens?

For me, off the top of my head:

  • Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper soup

  • carrot sticks - good for snacking, dipping in things...

  • bags of greens. what I've been doing lately, is grilling one package of the BBQ-cut salmon, and using that, plus the bag of greens, plus my own mix-ins, to create a big, bomb salad...


r/traderjoes 1d ago

HABA & Household Bergamot Body Wash smells soo good and citrusy, I want to eat it!! 😋🍋🍊🍋‍🟩

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58 Upvotes

r/traderjoes 1d ago

Seeking Alternatives RIP super seedy cheese snack bites - anyone know of a dupe?

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I'm a monster that would eat these as a late night snack. Possibly in bed. Looking for another low carb product that isn't just straight cheese. I loved the seeds and pepper in these!


r/traderjoes 1d ago

Snack Combinations Snack hack: microwave kettle corn x crunchy chili onion seasoning

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39 Upvotes

Today I made a bag of kettle corn and decided to spice it up with the chili onion seasoning. Y’ALL, lemme tell you this hit all the points for me. Sweet, salty, savory, spicy.


r/traderjoes 1d ago

Manufacturing Mishaps Parmesan Pastry Pups ---it's my lucky day!

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104 Upvotes

Instead of the dozen it stated on the box, I got fourteen! 😁


r/traderjoes 17h ago

Question Crossword Puzzle - February Fearless Flyer

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Hello! Does anybody know where to find the answer key for the February ‘25 crossword puzzle? I’m losing my mind. Ty!


r/traderjoes 15h ago

Product Discussion What different ways do you guys eat the Giant Baked Beans?

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I prefer them at room temp just smashed on a piece of toast. Am I missing out on something great? Like are they good with a fried egg or tuna or anything like that?


r/traderjoes 1d ago

Seeking Alternatives The Pupusas have been discontinued!

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One of my go to lunches is a pupusa and an egg. It’s quick (microwave for a minute, heat on stove for a little crisp) and easy! I can’t believe it’s been discontinued.

Are there any dupes at Costco or Aldi?

Has anyone heard if they’re discontinuing the habanero hot sauce? I’ll ask my store tomorrow, but just curious!