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| - I suppose if you're the Duke or Dutchess of a business you're obligated to review... Not that I think people are going to bookmark this or anything, but here goes. I never ever ever shopped at Walgreens for anything other than prescriptions until 2014. I felt they were over priced and really couldn't imagine who would waste their time there. And then... Dun da da! I randomly started Couponing, and my entire Walgreens perspective changed! I now shop Walgreens weekly, and I'm only slightly embarrassed to say I'm often seen shopping there multiple times a week! Some might say I'm a Walaholic.
So here's the lowdown on this Wags location. Annette in cosmetics is the sweetest, nicest, most patient and helpful cashier I've ever dealt with! She bar none, hands down makes this location my #1 favorite Walgreens on the West side (trust me I frequent them all). The management here is also very nice, they know me, smile and say hi not because they have to, but because they are genuinely happy to see me. This is my own little Cheers! Everyone at this location is friendly, they are helpful, and unlike other locations the sale tags are always properly marked.
Now about those high prices... If you run in and grab something for convenience, which I'm sure most do, yes you'll pay an arm and a leg, but that can be said of any store I suppose. However if you watch their sale flyer, check their monthly coupon book, and sign up for their rewards program and learn to use it, you'll find there are TONS of items very cheap or even free *yes FREE* (after rewards i.e. points or Register Rewards). I get that not everyone coupons, but if you do you know Walgreens is a mainstay.
This location has a designated clearance section where you'll often find great name brand items for a fraction of the cost! Months ago I stocked up on Toni & Guy hair products they were closing out and actually made money on them after earning rewards points!
One final tip: when buying food at any Walgreens, always check the expiration date as food items don't turn over stock as often as drugs and personal care here. Happy shopping!
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