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My Brazilian friend got me hooked on Trader Joe’s, and today was only my second time ever shopping here. I can already tell you I’m obsessed. Everyone is so nice. You almost feel like you walked into a Hallmark movie where everyone greets each other, smiles, and is genuinely kind. I am absolutely here for it! The Ashburn store is clean, very well stocked, organized, and the customer service has been outstanding both times I’ve visited. Thank you for being kind and creating such a pleasant shopping experience. We definitely need more of that in this area. Five out of five stars, easily. And Trader Joe’s, if you’re listening, we have plenty of space in Sterling for another location. Preferably right by my house. Just putting that out into the universe. 😂 Until then, I’ll happily keep making the trip to Ashburn!

Went there Sunday 5/11 in the morning. We asked about the trader Joe's tote bags that everyone is after and even though there were none available, Ivy was a great help. Ivy answered all our questions quickly and succinctly with a smile and added additional information to her explanation. Additionaly, after we finished shopping, she quickly got up to check us out even though she was in the middle of stocking. Her welcoming and friendly approach combined with her efficiency, knowledge and willingness to help should be recognized and hopefully she is already a team leader. We definitely appreciated Ivy's help as she was much better than the snappy coworker with the glasses that initially talked to us that day. If the only employee interaction we had that day was with the snappy lady, I'd have given this place 3 stars. It's Ivy that saved the day. She's great. Go Ivy! You're the best! Keep doing what you're doing! 👍👍👍👍

First of all, I wish there was one where I live. The nearest one to me is one hours and fifteen minutes away. The experience is always great. Their employees are always friendly and asking how you're day was. Everything they sell is reasonable in price.

​"Worth the extra drive!" ​This is hands down the best Trader Joe's in the area. The inventory is always fresh and well-stocked, and the team here is so welcoming. I’ve noticed the quality of the same items is often better here than at other locations. Plus, returns are a breeze. Highly recommend this specific branch!

Giving Trader Joe's in Ashburn a solid 4 stars feels right because when things go sideways, you can genuinely tell they are trying their absolute best, and it is rarely their fault. Let's be honest, walking into this location is usually an absolute vibe. The store footprint is tight and efficient, parking is surprisingly manageable compared to other chaos zones in the area, and the shelves are routinely packed with top-tier specialty goods, organic finds, and killer wine selections. When you are hunting down frozen orange chicken, fresh flowers, or unique snacks you cannot get anywhere else, it delivers a great grocery run. The crew working the floor is typically as welcoming as it gets, whether they are hustling to check out a massive queue or helping someone track down viral mini tote bags with a smile. But perfection is hard to sustain. Sometimes you walk in hoping for a birthday bouquet perk only to find out supplies ran dry, or you run into a cashier who looks like they are having a rough shift, or corporate-level supplier recalls make national news over stray particles in the dumplings. At the end of the day, it is a phenomenal market with a stellar team that genuinely cares about the community experience. They are putting in the work, and even on an off day, it beats the alternative grocery grind any day of the week.

The gym charges top-tier rates, but it lacks the extras—no pool, no spa, nothing that justifies the high price compared to other gyms. The only reason I am giving it 2 stars, is because it wasn’t very crowded when I went in and they told me it was their peak hours.

I love the atmosphere of the mall. The parking is, however, limited. If you are visiting the mall visit Patel Brothers. That place is one of the great places to buy groceries.

The complex has groceries, restaurant and service center

This shopping center is kept clean with very few potholes are cracks in the pavement. The parking lot can get pretty packed during peak shopping hours at Patel brothers and if the shop gym is having an event. Multiple food vendors as well as nail salon, barber, dry cleaner, auto zone and gas station.

Look – it is a strip mall just like thousands of others all over the world. It is exactly 💯 as expected, no more and no less. Given that, three stars 🌟 seems appropriate and it is not a knock. It is simply an indication of the ubiquitous nature of the type.

Very disappointed with Lotte. I paid $7 for this watermelon and bought it just an hour ago. When I cut it open, it had a large hollow center and was poor quality. For how expensive everything is, I expected much better. Definitely not worth the price.

I recently purchased pomegranates from Lotte Plaza Supermarket, and the quality was extremely disappointing. When I opened them, many sections were clearly spoiled — the seeds were discolored, mushy, and had an off appearance that made them unsafe to eat. This is not a minor quality issue; this is basic product handling and freshness. Produce should never be sold in this condition. It raises serious concerns about how inventory is stored, rotated, and inspected before being placed on shelves. I expect better from a grocery store. At minimum, there should be proper quality control to prevent customers from purchasing inedible food. I would strongly recommend management review their produce handling process and ensure that expired or spoiled items are removed before sale. Customers should be able to trust that what they buy is fresh and safe to consume

Clean, well-organized international grocery with fresh, quality vegetables and fruits. Great variety of Indian veggies and groceries. Friendly staff and a pleasant shopping experience overall!

This store is pretty amazing. So many variety of items. Lots of fresh produce and bulk spices, fresh seafood, chicken, beef, etc. I stopped in today since a friend had bought the Mushroom seasoning for us last year and we were running low on it. My husband loves to cook with the mushroom seasoning. It’s in one of my photos and is on Aisle 2 on the bottom shelf. The shelving that is closer to the front of the store. They have a very large variety of Korean food items and they also have some regular American brands, but not in a large quantity so the prices may be a little higher on the American brands. I tried to get some photos of the pricing. I recommend checking it out. The produce section was very large. The pepper section was huge compared to regular stores. The is a crosswalk in front of the store to assist with wheel chair access and the stores doors are "auto-open". See photos.

I had a great experience at Ashburn Lotte Plaza Market. The store is clean, well-organized, and offers an impressive selection of international groceries, fresh produce, meats, seafood, and specialty items that are hard to find elsewhere. The food court and prepared foods section are excellent, with plenty of delicious options to choose from. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall shopping experience was pleasant and efficient. Whether you’re looking for everyday groceries or unique ingredients from around the world, Ashburn Lotte is a fantastic place to shop. Highly recommended!

August 2024 Update: The new location is not a bad one, I think it took a little time for them to get the parking situated, and it can be a little challenging, but there is a constant flow of traffic so it is not bad. The market itself still has a lot of the same vendors, and I feel they are organized a bit better, so you can find what you are looking for as well as discover some new ones. Still lots of produce vendors to choose from, as well as a vast variety of food offerings. ______________ Old Location Review___________________ This has become a massive market. They have just a few farms vending, but that is OK, there is still an excellent variety. Most of the vendors are either food trucks or pop-up food stands, and a lot of crafters. It is a great market to get a bite to eat. Lots of parking is available as well, and it is very easy to get to.

Location is good, plenty parking early in the morning. It's your usual, couple of vegetable stands which account for maybe 1/4 of all the stalls. Everything else is your regular food fair, and some sponsors trying to sell you services.

Been looking for a farmers market exactly like this one! So many vendors and local businesses are here. They're open every Saturday year round starting at 9am. Tons of free parking is available too. From local produce to boutiques and restaurants, there's a little bit of everything. These are all the stops we made: Kindi Thai – Nutella chocolate crepe Greenheart Juice Shop – summer crush cold press juice Taste of Istanbul – chicken shish wrap Empty bowl Queso – green chili queso Auntie S Sweets – pumpkin bread and a walnut brownie Sweet Piedmont – flowers Ransom – handmade earrings If I wasn't fully stocked on local produce I would have purchased some as well. There are a wide variety of vegetables, fruits and even meats and seafood available to purchase. There are some dog friendly shops as well and coffee and ice cream shops to try. All the vendors are so friendly and the ones selling food usually offer free samples as well. This farmers market is so huge I can easily come back and try new things. I love it! Can't wait to come back soon.

Bigger than I expected. Great produce, many vendors. The highlight was the Greek olive oil, pupusas at the Mexican spot and gluten free Bakery and macaroons. I recommend this market. Grilled eggplants zucchini tomatoes on fresh spinach leaves garnish with purple basil and generous drizzle of good olive oil.

Great farmers market. Lots of great vendors for anything you can think of. We love how dog friendly it is for our puppy. Each time we come, we try something different. This time, we got him an ice cream from salty dog. A great way to spend a Saturday. I should have taken more photos, but I'll try to remember for the next visit.

My daughter in law had ordered a huge pickup and catering order and I was sent to pick it up. Ren made it a point to talk to the bakery so that I wouldn't have to go in to pick up the catering order. The catering guy (sorry don't remember his name)brought it out and both were very careful to make sure that everything was placed safely on my car. Big hugs to them ,,❣️

I lost my receipt less than an hour after making my purchase, so I went to Customer Service to ask for a copy. Instead of helping me, the manager was rude, dismissive, and unwilling to assist. He claimed I needed a membership just to get a copy of my receipt and told me I would have to contact corporate instead. That makes absolutely no sense for a purchase that had been made less than an hour earlier. What disappointed me the most was that no one even tried to find a solution. Good customer service is about helping customers, not making excuses or creating unnecessary obstacles. This was a very frustrating experience and one of the worst customer service interactions I’ve had at Harris Teeter.

As a local Realtor, I’m constantly asked for recommendations, and the Harris Teeter in Ashbrook Shopping Center is always at the top of my list. The store is consistently clean, well-stocked, and the staff is incredibly friendly. I regularly refer my clients here because I know they’ll be well taken care of. A special mention to Joel in the pharmacy—he is like family to us and provides the kind of personalized care that is hard to find. This is exactly the kind of local business I love pointing my clients toward!

This place been my go too for the last 15 years I enjoyed it over the years I love there sales and the people work there very nice great prices when stuff on sale it’s amazing big place you will find everything you need it use to ope 24hrs but after Corona they start closing early I can understand they want to save money it’s hard on everybody now my daughter use to go there with her friends when she wan in high school late at night for a snack it was so my fund for them really like the place and there sales

Always able to find what I need and great deals. I use the points towards gas, that's another great saving and reason why I shop here.

There’s a quiet professionalism here that shows up in small ways. The space feels maintained, the atmosphere stays relaxed, and everything seems to move at a reasonable pace. It’s the kind of place where things feel under control without feeling stiff.

Strange parking lot situation, feels like more of an afterthought. There are a decent amount of shops and restaurants. Definitely try the dry cleaners here, they are top notch. Dog Gone Natural is great tooZ

There are lots of places to shop and fast food places are clean unlike other stores. Still they need to fix their parking situation.

Parking is good but you have to make a few immediate turns. It can get dicey when crowded. There is a Gas Station near the entrance. Amazing so clean. Giants has basic food items. Barber is good, though accepts only cash or cheques. Zinga is a good addition to the market place. There is also a good massage parlor, with a decent back and shoulder massage. Subway is also a nice to have near your house.

I don’t live in the Ashburn area but I was visiting my sister when we had to do some grocery shopping at the Giant supermarket near her home. I found this place to be very clean and easy to navigate. The Giant supermarket shares this review.

20260405 Took a bit to figure out where the pick up paking it… keep following the signs for pick up parking. It is on the right side of the building behind a covered metal staircase. The employees came out fast and was very polite. The veggies were fresh. This Whole Foods is conveniently located off Rt 7. I will probably pick up my groceries here from now on since Summer heat is around the corner, too hot for delivery.

I would like to know why they let employees lie down in the social areas of the supermarket. I don't think it gives a good image to the establishment

I absolutely love shopping at the Whole Foods in Reston. They consistently offer top-notch products, and the variety is incredible. One of my go-to items is their organic rotisserie chicken—it’s always perfectly cooked, flavorful, and makes for a great, easy meal. I’m also a big fan of Maple Hill milk, which is hard to find at many other stores, but Whole Foods always has it in stock. You can truly taste the difference in the freshness and quality of their organic and natural offerings. The staff is friendly and the store is always clean and well-organized. Definitely my favorite grocery store in the area!

Whole Foods seems to be hit or miss, this one is definitely a hit. They’ve got a salad bar that’s incredible, and amazing warm food bar that changes throughout the day. Starting with breakfast of course but the food is really good. Their fresh baked bread is better than anything you could get at the normal grocery store. And their cheese selection is pretty expensive, considering the small area in the store. The meat counter is fine, not exceptional but it’s OK. Doesn’t seem as if they deal in much prime grade beef so expect choice grade for the most part. The produce department is solid, everything seems really fresh for the most part. Occasionally they have some questionable vegetables but nine times out of 10 it’s a solid choice. Tons of craft beers if that’s your thing, none of the big namebrand beers so just be prepared for that. The wine selection is great, and though most of their groceries are higher priced than a typical grocery store the wine selection seems to be reasonable in terms of price. They also have a large Amazon return section, that is well staffed and pretty seamless for returns. Really nothing bad to say about this location, it’s the nicest Whole Foods I’ve ever been in.

This is, by far, the worst Whole Foods I've been to. The food bar is predominantly junk food and never has any variety. In contrast, every other store has fish and a much wider selection of non-fried food and boneless chicken. The soup bar is poorly stocked; popular soups are frequently empty. Same goes for the bakery. Complaints to management go unanswered. Visit Wegmans instead.

Great shopping experience From the very first bite, I could tell that these sweets were made with love, care, and top-quality ingredients. The freshness, aroma, and texture were absolutely perfect — every piece melted in my mouth and left a lingering taste of happiness. Whether it was the rich chocolate flavor or the traditional sweets, everything tasted authentic and well-balanced — not too sugary, just right. The presentation was equally impressive! The packaging was clean, elegant, and handled with care, which made it feel extra special. It’s clear that attention to detail and customer satisfaction are top priorities here. I also appreciated the prompt service and friendly attitude — the team truly values their customers and makes the entire experience smooth and pleasant. These sweets are perfect for any celebration, family gathering, or simply to treat yourself after a long day. I’ve already recommended them to my friends and family, and everyone loved them too. It’s rare to find sweets that bring such joy and comfort in every bite. If you’re looking for something truly delightful, high-quality, and made with passion, these sweets are a must-try! I’ll definitely be ordering again soon. 😊🍬💖

We visit Ashburn Town Square often as our preferred pharmacy is there as well as we could grab a delicious breakfast bagel or some sushi from Chin Chin cafe, and for some Asian grocery you have the Lotte plaza as well. They have a bunch of other places like Manhattan pizza, GNC, Frozen yogurt, karate classes, dentist, etc. One complain I have is that the plaza needs a face lift and some of the stores need some decent upgrades, it looks like it’s run down and getting degraded.

I visited Lotte Plaza . This place has whole lot of Indian , Japanese groceries . The Mochi Ice creams are available here too . They have every Indian ingredient. They have Readymade Samosa , Idly , Dosa batter, Fresh Paneer , Haldirams Roti, Paratta. And many more . All varieties of Rice are available .

Ashburn Town Square Ashburn Town Square is one of my favorite local spots to visit. It has a great mix of shops, restaurants, and outdoor gathering spaces that make it easy to spend some time whether I’m running errands, grabbing a bite, or just taking a walk. The atmosphere feels lively but not crowded, and everything is clean and well-maintained. The variety of places to eat and shop means there’s always something for everyone. It’s a convenient, enjoyable place that I’m happy to visit again and again.

Very nice

Fresh, Seasonal, Locally grown using sustainable organic agricultural methods. Friendly helpful folks, available now with expanded hours and credit card convenience. They even have ice cream 💖 What more could anyone wish for??

Fun to take the wagon ride through the farm and learn about micro biomes and bees. We are CSA members and I appreciate learning more about where our food comes from and having more of a connection to the land and our community.

I’m an Amazon driver and I was delivering package to this farm, then he gave me farm fresh eggs for free and they were so good!

Easy access by bike or ample parking. Nicely appointed market with planting beds, chickens, kids area and great selection. Recently certified organic, they have a broad variety of the usual and unusual. Partner with other purveyors in a co-op environment to offer more choices. We subscribe to their CSA (community-support agriculture) program where you get a "share" of each week's harvest. If you seek organic, fresh, veggie forward adventurous eating, think about the CSA.

I love this place. We get our CSA from here and they always include great things you will actually use. They also have tons of veggies you can buy throughout the year along with grass fed milk and eggs. On Tuesday pizza MOTO is there and the pizza is seriously good. It's worth going just for that. ***They even have ice cream***

Great quality food all around — from the pizza to the sandwiches and salads, this spot never disappoints. The wine selection is also very broad. I see people complaining about the price of the meat, but you’re honestly paying for superior-quality cuts. What did you expect? In addition, I’d like to thank Grecia for her excellent service. She greets you when you walk into the restaurant, gives you great options and checks on you to see if you liked the food.

I came here over the weekend for the first time looking for some quality meat, and I can definitely say the brisket I got was amazing. My dog also loved it (don’t judge 😂). The meat is what reeled me in, but the sides are the reason I stayed way too long in that store. Do things cost a tad more than at the grocery store? Maybe. But everything is expensive now, and honestly, the quality of the food here doesn’t compare to what you’re getting at a regular grocery store. I’ll definitely be back.

TACO TUESDAY!!!! amazing tacos for such a good deal on tuesdays. you also absolutely have to try the: chicken salad!!!!, greek veggie salad, and macaroni salad. they are always so nice, parking is easy and accessible, and they have lots of indoor seating. truly a local gem.

We went for lunch to try the fabulous burgers we kept seeing online… burgers were excellent. I ate the whole thing which meant they are not large. I usually eat half a burger. Onion rings were tasty. Staff was friendly tho during lunch time we had to wait a bit to purchase butcher meats. They have a large wine selection and some fruits, veggies, lots of prepared foods and a few desserts.

Always a great selection. Our preferred stop for steaks and a good spot to pick up marrow bones.