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| - I got some coupons in the mail, urging me to try out this newly-renovated Safeway. It's only a touch further than my Albertsons, so i figured, why not?
I hadn't seen it before, so I can't really compare it to its old state. But it certainly is pretty now. It appears this now is one of those fancier "market" type Safeways.
My feelings on those are mixed. I like that they offer some more gourmet, and high quality products. I don't like the clausterphobic feeling created by higher shelves and narrower aisles -- exacerbated by lots of displays. Maybe that's just my hangup.
The store was blessedly empty for a Sunday afternoon, so I didn't have to fight too many people to get by. But I imagine if I tried to shop on a Monday evening, I'd have to hurt someone.
Anyway, the store is very neat and bright, and has many services, such as a large floral section and of course, a Starbucks. There is a another one in the parking lot, in case you start to crash within those 50 yards.
I was also pleased to find that they have a gas station out front too, and you can qualify for 20 cents off a gallon - that's cheaper than Costco! I will certainly be hitting them up for my next fill up.
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