Looks like the End Has Come For The Lake Sumter Landing Winn-Dixie

[Jim 9922]

According to the other Villages news source ALDI is reducing the beautiful Winn-Dixie store to about 60% of its floorplan, converting it to an ALDI footprint. Nothing was shown in the published plans of what will be done with the other 40% of the existing building.
In my opinion, too bad for us Villagers. To me, from the few times I've been in an ALDI's, they seem to be one step up from a gas station convenience store: limited, cluttered, grubby, disorganized and a poor selection of quality healthy food. But I guess cheap likes cheap. However, I can't argue with their success.

[Arctic Fox]

I likes it best when it was SweetBay

[BrianL99]

According to the other Villages news source ALDI is reducing the beautiful Winn-Dixie store to about 60% of its floorplan, converting it to an ALDI footprint. Nothing was shown in the published plans of what will be done with the other 40% of the existing building.
In my opinion, too bad for us Villagers. To me, from the few times I've been in an ALDI's, they seem to be one step up from a gas station convenience store: limited, cluttered, grubby, disorganized and a poor selection of quality healthy food. But I guess cheap likes cheap. However, I can't argue with their success.

Nothing could be worse than Winn-Dixie. I've never been in an Aldi's, but it has to be better than what it's replacing.

[Pugchief]

I disagree. You can do 98% of your shopping at Aldi. Less expensive and solid quality. Aldi FTW

[Djean1981]

I absolutely love Aldi. Prices are way cheaper, smaller store, etc.

[Pugchief]

I absolutely love Aldi. smaller store,

Yes. Smaller footprint is much easier to navigate.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

I'm not fond at all of the Crystal Lakes (is the the name of that brand they carry?) dairy products. They also don't carry Pepsi, and that's the brand we have here at our house. So I'd have to go to Walmart anyway, or BJs for parmesano reggiano and my cafe bustello 4-packs - a lot of things we prefer, that Aldi's just doesn't carry. But for canned foods, salads, milk, chips and sandwich breads, snack foods - Aldi's is great. Turns out we like their brand of hotdogs too, but I need to find out which variety it was that we had at a particular cookout last year so I can get the right ones. Was it all beef franks, was it turkey dogs? I dunno. They were delish though, whichever they were.

[Taltarzac725]

I have not been to an Aldi's in years but will miss the Winn-Dixie over in Sumter Landing. Very good beef for the most part. I had found the Aldi's meats not worth buying.

[justjim]

I pretty much agree with the OP regarding Aldi’s. The three or four where we shopped seemed disorganized and sort of “grubby” for the lack of a better word. However, our best friends love them. Go figure. To each their own.

[Stu from NYC]

We like them, rapid turnover of produce so very fresh. Store brands generally very good

[G.R.I.T.S.]

According to the other Villages news source ALDI is reducing the beautiful Winn-Dixie store to about 60% of its floorplan, converting it to an ALDI footprint. Nothing was shown in the published plans of what will be done with the other 40% of the existing building.
In my opinion, too bad for us Villagers. To me, from the few times I've been in an ALDI's, they seem to be one step up from a gas station convenience store: limited, cluttered, grubby, disorganized and a poor selection of quality healthy food. But I guess cheap likes cheap. However, I can't argue with their success.

They are "cluttered, grubby and disorganized" because people shop the crap out of them. Affordable organic, if that's what you're looking for, really good bread products and affordable dairy products and eggs. Yes, sometimes you can't find a particular product you may purchase regularly, but there seems to be a similar one in it's place. The employees at the 466a store are extremely hard working and efficient. I stopped shopping Winn-Dixie regularly when the new owners did away with Sweet Bay. I always hate to see businesses leave, but always hope they are replaced with something I will frequent. I will love having Aldi's just a short cart ride away.:a040:

[scubawva]

Aldi is organized, easy to find anything in the store. Fabulous healthy options especially organic produce & GF. Specially Select brand & Evolution brand house brands have excellent options. The salsa verde & the marmalades excellent.
Cheese section good.
It’s not pretty or fancy and has limited options.
Give it another try and see if you can appreciate its niche in the market. Be sure to look at the Aldi Finds aisle.
Soon the Oktoberfest items will arrive, get those quickly, sell out. Then holiday items, some in nice packaging which makes them good as gifts.

[Bassdeer]

Love Aldi's

[Bill14564]

They are "cluttered, grubby and disorganized" because people shop the crap out of them. Affordable organic, if that's what you're looking for, really good bread products and affordable dairy products and eggs. Yes, sometimes you can't find a particular product you may purchase regularly, but there seems to be a similar one in it's place. The employees at the 466a store are extremely hard working and efficient. I stopped shopping Winn-Dixie regularly when the new owners did away with Sweet Bay. I always hate to see businesses leave, but always hope they are replaced with something I will frequent. I will love having Aldi's just a short cart ride away.:a040:

Good point. We like Aldi's but prefer traveling by golf cart - these are mutually exclusive today. A golf cart accessible Aldi's will change our shopping habits for sure.

[Normal]

We shop at different stores, but I would prefer the ALDIs to Winn Dixie or Publix.

[thelegges]

Have apps that tell me where I get the best bang for my buck, for the same or close product, but usually a known brand compared to private brand. It also tells me it’s not available, go elsewhere.

Rarely does my app give me Aldi as a better price, or the same cost per ounce.
Why would I meat for a higher per ounce or pound price at Aldi, instead of at other grocery.
It bothers me the chaotic looks of Aldi, even at rope drop. Some say it the shopper that causes the issue, I look at why doesn’t management resolve issues after hours, like all retail has to do.
My parents were avid shoppers of Aldi, until I added price comparison apps. Aldi dropped from their go to store, to rarely shop at Aldi

[Bill14564]

Have apps that tell me where I get the best bang for my buck, for the same or close product, but usually a known brand compared to private brand. It also tells me it’s not available, go elsewhere.

Rarely does my app give me Aldi as a better price, or the same cost per ounce.
Why would I meat for a higher per ounce or pound price at Aldi, instead of at other grocery.
It bothers me the chaotic looks of Aldi, even at rope drop. Some say it the shopper that causes the issue, I look at why doesn’t management resolve issues after hours, like all retail has to do.
My parents were avid shoppers of Aldi, until I added price comparison apps. Aldi dropped from their go to store, to rarely shop at Aldi

Would you care to share what those price-comparison apps are? They sound useful.

It would be interesting to see if the same (or very similar) product is cheaper elsewhere in general. Sure, Publix BOGOs are a steal but they may not be available the day I need to buy French salad dressing.

[Stu from NYC]

Have apps that tell me where I get the best bang for my buck, for the same or close product, but usually a known brand compared to private brand. It also tells me it’s not available, go elsewhere.

Rarely does my app give me Aldi as a better price, or the same cost per ounce.
Why would I meat for a higher per ounce or pound price at Aldi, instead of at other grocery.
It bothers me the chaotic looks of Aldi, even at rope drop. Some say it the shopper that causes the issue, I look at why doesn’t management resolve issues after hours, like all retail has to do.
My parents were avid shoppers of Aldi, until I added price comparison apps. Aldi dropped from their go to store, to rarely shop at Aldi

We find Aldis cheaper than most any store

[thelegges]

Would you care to share what those price-comparison apps are? They sound useful.

It would be interesting to see if the same (or very similar) product is cheaper elsewhere in general. Sure, Publix BOGOs are a steal but they may not be available the day I need to buy French salad dressing.

Google is easier for grocery price app, for your device. That said I go to livewire, and pick what works with where I shop for apps. Flipp works well, and is easy for my parents to navigate. I will say if you pay attention to BOGO, you may be basically paying the same or less per unit, for one at other grocery.

I also have Walmart plus delivery and Kroger, that I can pit against each other for everyday shopping. Let face it one doesn’t really need to be in a grocery to buy most items, and waste time and gas to do so.
When I go to TJ’s I don’t price shop for items that are a staple for us. I find their fresh and meat is better than most grocery, with many kosher items, that have zero additives and preservatives, which is very important to us.

[graciegirl]

I am sometimes amused, but mostly annoyed by the folks who find fodder for disdain in just about anything. I liked the Winn-Dixie at THAT location both as it is and as Sweet Bay. I very much enjoy Aldi's and look forward to my Sunday morning run, where I will pick up meat in the guise of boneless skinless chicken thighs and some really yummy put together meals with beef brisket and really yummy barbecue sauce. I get them every week. I also like some of their baked goods and almost always pick up a cheese danish and cinnamon rolls, but just to remain virtuous I throw in some grapes and some fresh broccoli and last week I got some fresh asparagus and some bananas of course know that at least two of the bananas with hit the trash before it enters our mouth. I LOVE to see the weekly "specials" and have rescued a garden hat and some nice garden gloves recently and I also always enjoy their good prices on milk; (white and chocolate.........and half and half. I also LOVE Publix and ditto Walmart, (And if you haven't been in Walmart lately, please go...great prices and some really awesome finds on almost all small kitchen appliances........as well as some mighty spiff new furniture pieces. YES I said furniture pieces. Stop being a snob and go and look or browse on line. Have a great day Y'all. All of you. Even that one over there frowning............

[ThirdOfFive]

TV is lucky to have such a variety of shopping options. And when Costco gets up and rolling there will be no need to drive any longer than maybe 15 minutes for anything grocery- or household-need related.

[Dusty_Star]

I love Aldi, & I wish we had a Trader Joe's nearby.

[Bilyclub]

Aldi has come a long way in the last ten years. They have closed most of the old stores and have built brand new ones that are very functional. The quarter for a cart keeps the parking lot clear for cars.

[Aces4]

Right on, Gracie!

[CFrance]

I am sometimes amused, but mostly annoyed by the folks who find fodder for disdain in just about anything. I liked the Winn-Dixie at THAT location both as it is and as Sweet Bay. I very much enjoy Aldi's and look forward to my Sunday morning run, where I will pick up meat in the guise of boneless skinless chicken thighs and some really yummy put together meals with beef brisket and really yummy barbecue sauce. I get them every week. I also like some of their baked goods and almost always pick up a cheese danish and cinnamon rolls, but just to remain virtuous I throw in some grapes and some fresh broccoli and last week I got some fresh asparagus and some bananas of course know that at least two of the bananas with hit the trash before it enters our mouth. I LOVE to see the weekly "specials" and have rescued a garden hat and some nice garden gloves recently and I also always enjoy their good prices on milk; (white and chocolate.........and half and half. I also LOVE Publix and ditto Walmart, (And if you haven't been in Walmart lately, please go...great prices and some really awesome finds on almost all small kitchen appliances........as well as some mighty spiff new furniture pieces. YES I said furniture pieces. Stop being a snob and go and look or browse on line. Have a great day Y'all. All of you. Even that one over there frowning............
There's something good to be said for all of them. I will be sorry if the W-D in Pinellas closes. We were hoping it wouldn't because there already is an Aldi's across the street. DH shops at W-D almost exclusively. But he likes Publix deli and subs. I still like Publix but have become familiar with Aldi's and go there for certain items. Mostly people food for the pups (broth, yogurt, pb and green beans), but for ourselves we like their baby Swiss, and their queso sauce and canned chilies for a Mexican chicken dish we make. I DO NOT like their confectioners' sugar. Made for very grainy icing for last Christmas's sugar cookies.

But W-D has decent produce, and hubs buys all his meat there. He likes their chicken tenders and drummettes that you can't find in Publix. And right next-door is the UPS store, handy. We'll definitely miss W-D. Maybe I'll finally try Kroger's online.

[inda50]

We like them, rapid turnover of produce so very fresh. Store brands generally very good

I shop Aldi all the time for certain products. They are cheaper, some of their things are good quality, but a lot of items are poorer quality. Shop carefully. You will pay less for fruit and veggies, maybe 15% but not up to Publix or Winn Dixi more like Walmart.

[Pugchief]

They also don't carry Pepsi, and that's the brand we have here at our house. So I'd have to go to Walmart anyway, or BJs for parmesano reggiano and my cafe bustello 4-packs - a lot of things we prefer, that Aldi's just doesn't carry.

Yes, Aldi only carries Coke products, and then only a limited selection. I prefer Diet Pepsi when I drink soda, so I have to get that at Publix.

But Aldi has always carried Cafe Bustelo and Parm/Reg in both dry and fresh forms.

[Pugchief]

I had found the Aldi's meats not worth buying.

Depends. Their fresh salmon and chicken are both excellent. Ground beef is also great. It's only the solid beef like steaks that I find to be sub par.

[Pugchief]

Have apps that tell me where I get the best bang for my buck, for the same or close product, but usually a known brand compared to private brand. It also tells me it’s not available, go elsewhere.

Rarely does my app give me Aldi as a better price, or the same cost per ounce.
Why would I meat for a higher per ounce or pound price at Aldi, instead of at other grocery.
It bothers me the chaotic looks of Aldi, even at rope drop. Some say it the shopper that causes the issue, I look at why doesn’t management resolve issues after hours, like all retail has to do.
My parents were avid shoppers of Aldi, until I added price comparison apps. Aldi dropped from their go to store, to rarely shop at Aldi

I find this extremely hard to believe. I am very price conscious, and have found Aldi to be lower on almost everything except sale items elsewhere. The proof is in the register total; when I switched, my bill was around 20% less. YMMV

[Bogie Shooter]

Will miss WD beer specials…………..

[Plush]

Convenience is the only reason I shop at Winn-Dixie, and I’m not sure if Aldi’s will be any better. What bothers me is that a Winn-Dixie employee told me that they all will be losing their jobs. That sucks.

[Danube]

Good point. We like Aldi's but prefer traveling by golf cart - these are mutually exclusive today. A golf cart accessible Aldi's will change our shopping habits for sure.


Aldi's on US-441 is golf cart accessible.

[dewilson58]

Aldi's on US-441 is golf cart accessible.

Yes, for a lot of people, Aldi's on 466a is cart accessible.

[Bill14564]

Aldi's on US-441 is golf cart accessible.

Technically, yes.

A golf cart accessible Aldi's inside the Villages and fewer than 10 miles away by golf cart will change our shopping habits for sure.

[sully1]

Let’s not all jump to conclusions. The owners of Aldi said that they would not convert all stores to full blown Aldi’s. Some stores will be left just like they are. Lookup Aldi’s on Google taking over Winn-Dixie.

[msilagy]

Same brand 31 grain bread...$3.76 Aldi's. $6.29 Publix. $5.99 Winn D Enough said.

[MandoMan]

According to the other Villages news source ALDI is reducing the beautiful Winn-Dixie store to about 60% of its floorplan, converting it to an ALDI footprint. Nothing was shown in the published plans of what will be done with the other 40% of the existing building.
In my opinion, too bad for us Villagers. To me, from the few times I've been in an ALDI's, they seem to be one step up from a gas station convenience store: limited, cluttered, grubby, disorganized and a poor selection of quality healthy food. But I guess cheap likes cheap. However, I can't argue with their success.
“Owned by a German company called Albrecht Discounts, ALDI is a discount grocery chain that started in Germany in 1948. Decidedly no frills, the company stocks virtually all house-brand products, all offered at very low prices thanks to exclusive deals with their suppliers, many of which are big-name producers. ALDI has approximately 5,000 stores worldwide and the two Albrecht brothers, who own the company, are some of the richest men in the world.”
(From a course description, University of Missouri-St. Louis)

Winn/Dixie used to be an American company. It is now a German company. Germany gets the profits. Aldi is divided into two sections that are separate but pool profits somehow and are owned by the same guys: Aldi Nord (north) and Aldi Sud (south). Aldi Nord also owns all the Trader Joe stores. Aldi Sud also owns Winn/Dixie now. That’s why a Trader Joe’s is not going in here.

[Papa_lecki]

Aldi is spending $1.9 million on the conversion.

[Papa_lecki]

There's something good to be said for all of them. I will be sorry if the W-D in Pinellas closes. We were hoping it wouldn't because there already is an Aldi's across the street.

I’ll bet one of the 2 of them will close, which one depends on a lot of economic factors.

[gorillarick]

Winn Dixie committed suicide. I thought when Aldi bought them they'd kick butt. Nope.

Aldi on one side, and Trader Joe's on the other (they are the same company).
That would be a winner anywhere.

[JGibson]

Is this another one of those stores that charges for a plastic bag?

[BostonRich]

Let’s not all jump to conclusions. The owners of Aldi said that they would not convert all stores to full blown Aldi’s. Some stores will be left just like they are. Lookup Aldi’s on Google taking over Winn-Dixie.

The rumor from a WD employee is that the plan is to buy Winn Dixie, turn a bunch of selected stores into Aldis and then sell the remining stores off to someone else.

[Karmanng]

I disagree. You can do 98% of your shopping at Aldi. Less expensive and solid quality. Aldi FTW

the fruit there turns very fast........I already had bad chicken that was browning underneath after only being in the fridge overnight from purchase..you cant get the same items when needed as many are seasonal...........there prices are going up also dozen eggs are close to 3.00 again aldi not so cheap anymore

[Karmanng]

Winn Dixie committed suicide. I thought when Aldi bought them they'd kick butt. Nope.

Aldi on one side, and Trader Joe's on the other (they are the same company).
That would be a winner anywhere.

FYI NOT the same company aldis and joes they are owned by 2 different people within the same family Trader Joe much much better overall NO comparison

[Bill14564]

the fruit there turns very fast........I already had bad chicken that was browning underneath after only being in the fridge overnight from purchase..you cant get the same items when needed as many are seasonal...........there prices are going up also dozen eggs are close to 3.00 again aldi not so cheap anymore

Looking at the price of eggs during a shortage is hardly an accurate measure.

It's nice to know that the price is $3 at Aldi but that is useless information without also knowing the price at Publix or Winn Dixie.

[Battlebasset]

I love Aldi, & I wish we had a Trader Joe's nearby.

Same ownership. Maybe they will put TJ in the other 40% that's left over?

[Pugchief]

the fruit there turns very fast........I already had bad chicken that was browning underneath after only being in the fridge overnight from purchase..you cant get the same items when needed as many are seasonal...........there prices are going up also dozen eggs are close to 3.00 again aldi not so cheap anymore

Last I checked, a dozen eggs at Publix was around $6 so not sure what your point is. Prices at all groceries are higher. You know what is responsible, but not allowed to say here.

[Pugchief]

Is this another one of those stores that charges for a plastic bag?

Yes. Do you think the "free" plastic bags at Publix are free? LOL

[Pugchief]

Yes, for a lot of people, Aldi's on 466a is cart accessible.

How would that work? You can't cross 466A at Pinellas. And AFAIK there are no paths from the north that are through to those parking lots.

[Stu from NYC]

How would that work? You can't cross 466A at Pinellas. And AFAIK there are no paths from the north that are through to those parking lots.

Park your cart and walk across the street?

[Battlebasset]

Is this another one of those stores that charges for a plastic bag?

If it keeps my prices down, why should I pay for everyone's plastic bags? Bring your own, or buy them there. You are going to bag it yourself as well.

If I'm going in for a few items, I'll just carry them out. I've also been know to go over to a display that is almost empty, consolidate the remaining items in one box and voila! There's my "bag"

You do the same thing now if you are a Sam's or BJ's member. And you pay for that privilege.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Same ownership. Maybe they will put TJ in the other 40% that's left over?

Aldi's and Trader Joes are not the same ownership. They were founded by the same family but the two brothers split up in 1961 in some kind of dispute. So the two stores haven't had any relationship with each other for over 60 years.

[kkingston57]

Nothing could be worse than Winn-Dixie. I've never been in an Aldi's, but it has to be better than what it's replacing.

That Winn Dixie was one of the best stores in their chain

[kkingston57]

Have apps that tell me where I get the best bang for my buck, for the same or close product, but usually a known brand compared to private brand. It also tells me it’s not available, go elsewhere.

Rarely does my app give me Aldi as a better price, or the same cost per ounce.
Why would I meat for a higher per ounce or pound price at Aldi, instead of at other grocery.
It bothers me the chaotic looks of Aldi, even at rope drop. Some say it the shopper that causes the issue, I look at why doesn’t management resolve issues after hours, like all retail has to do.
My parents were avid shoppers of Aldi, until I added price comparison apps. Aldi dropped from their go to store, to rarely shop at Aldi

Their prices are great IF you buy their store brands and they did not change/had small changes when inflation was high.

[Bogie Shooter]

Last I checked, a dozen eggs at Publix was around $6 so not sure what your point is. Prices at all groceries are higher. You know what is responsible, but not allowed to say here.

Why not? The culprit was a continued battle against the highly pathogenic avian influenza, known in short as HPAI or the bird flu.

[kkingston57]

Last I checked, a dozen eggs at Publix was around $6 so not sure what your point is. Prices at all groceries are higher. You know what is responsible, but not allowed to say here.

You mean monopolies. Basically we have 2 grocery store choices in Florida, Publix and Walmart now that Winn Dixie is gone

[Stu from NYC]

You mean monopolies. Basically we have 2 grocery store choices in Florida, Publix and Walmart now that Winn Dixie is gone

Does Sams, BJ and Aldi not count?

[scubawva]

Aldi's and Trader Joes are not the same ownership. They were founded by the same family but the two brothers split up in 1961 in some kind of dispute. So the two stores haven't had any relationship with each other for over 60 years.

ALDI & TJ were not started by the same family. Brothers started ALDI, eventually splitting to 2 different ALDI companies. Today the parent company of one ALDI company and TJ are the same.

Read online for the accurate information.

No matter who owns them both A & TJ are great stores.

[Pugchief]

Last I checked, a dozen eggs at Publix was around $6 so not sure what your point is. Prices at all groceries are higher. You know what is responsible, but not allowed to say here.

Why not? The culprit was a continued battle against the highly pathogenic avian influenza, known in short as HPAI or the bird flu.

That explains eggs, but not everything else in the store.

[Pugchief]

Last I checked, a dozen eggs at Publix was around $6 so not sure what your point is. Prices at all groceries are higher. You know what is responsible, but not allowed to say here.

You mean monopolies. Basically we have 2 grocery store choices in Florida, Publix and Walmart now that Winn Dixie is gone

No, that's not what I mean. No question that reduced competition leads to higher prices. It's hardly a monopoly, which by definition means only one vendor. Walmart is the largest grocer in the US. You also have Publix, Aldi, Sprouts, Sam's BJ's, and soon Costco. Plus some small independent stores.

[P A Paul]

Couple of years ago, plans called for new WD at corner of MicroRacetrack & 466A.
Even with new mega apartment complex on opposite side of intersection,guessing groceries won’t be coming to that corner.

[HORNET]

True

[Eg_cruz]

According to the other Villages news source ALDI is reducing the beautiful Winn-Dixie store to about 60% of its floorplan, converting it to an ALDI footprint. Nothing was shown in the published plans of what will be done with the other 40% of the existing building.
In my opinion, too bad for us Villagers. To me, from the few times I've been in an ALDI's, they seem to be one step up from a gas station convenience store: limited, cluttered, grubby, disorganized and a poor selection of quality healthy food. But I guess cheap likes cheap. However, I can't argue with their success.
What was said yesterday
The Winn Dixie liquor store will be moved to the side where the produce is today, the liquor store will be bigger then it is today. The old liquor store will be rented out.
Good news is the are keeping today’s employees

[Bay Kid]

I am going to mis Winn-Dixie chicken wing bar. Maybe better for my health.

Do you think we can use Publix plastic bags?

[Bogie Shooter]

True

:what:

[Chi-Town]

I would rather have Save A Lot move there rather than Aldi.

[JGibson]

Yes. Do you think the "free" plastic bags at Publix are free? LOL

I rather they incorporate it into the groceries price than have to constantly have bags with me.

[Pugchief]

I rather they incorporate it into the groceries price than have to constantly have bags with me.

That's certainly a reasonable position, but I'm sure others would prefer to bring their own bags if it saved them money. Bonus: Reusable bags are better for the environment.

[Pugchief]

I would rather have Save A Lot move there rather than Aldi.

Ick. Save A Lot is not an enjoyable experience. YMMV

[Normal]

I rather they incorporate it into the groceries price than have to constantly have bags with me.

ALDIs has paper bags, I think they are 7 cents a piece? I grab a couple with my groceries as I’m checking out.

[Pairadocs]

I absolutely love Aldi. Prices are way cheaper, smaller store, etc.

THE absolute best produce in the area, all USA raised and processed meat, and outstanding wild caught ALASKAN salmon in season. I lift Florida for undergrad and grad school in Illinois long ago. First time I'd heard of "Aldi", was not impressed, stuff all over the floor in boxes, "meat" was limited to lunch meats, definitely a place only poor graduate students would go for basics. All these years later I "almost" never took the time to shop in Aldi's beautiful new stores here in The Villages... LOVE Aldi, and can't wait for all the holiday ingredients so difficult to find.

[Ignatz]

THE absolute best produce in the area, all USA raised and processed meat, and outstanding wild caught ALASKAN salmon in season. I lift Florida for undergrad and grad school in Illinois long ago. First time I'd heard of "Aldi", was not impressed, stuff all over the floor in boxes, "meat" was limited to lunch meats, definitely a place only poor graduate students would go for basics. All these years later I "almost" never took the time to shop in Aldi's beautiful new stores here in The Villages... LOVE Aldi, and can't wait for all the holiday ingredients so difficult to find.

Agreed…. We tried Aldi’s a couple of times years ago and it was a miserable experience. We went to an Aldi’s recently in TV and we were impressed compared to our prior visits.

Not fond of bringing our own bags, but it still beats the heck out of paying Publix and WD’s ridiculous prices.

Aldi’s is now part of our grocery repertoire with Walmart, Sam’s, Target, and Kroger.

[JGibson]

That's certainly a reasonable position, but I'm sure others would prefer to bring their own bags if it saved them money. Bonus: Reusable bags are better for the environment.

Walmart has pretty cheap groceries and they give you plastic bags so I'm not really buying that saving money in Aldi's is because they charge for bags.

[Vccaralc]

i like some items in aldi s but quite a few are genetically modified ingredients

[tophcfa]

Wondering if the Winn Dixie liquor store next to the supermarket will remain open? It’s really the only place close to Lake Sumter Landing to quickly grab a cold six pack.

[Eg_cruz]

Wondering if the Winn Dixie liquor store next to the supermarket will remain open? It’s really the only place close to Lake Sumter Landing to quickly grab a cold six pack.
They said yes and it will be bigger

[tophcfa]

Do you think we can use Publix plastic bags?

I wouldn’t go to sprouts without them.

[Eagles8]

Both Wiin Dix and Publix are absolute price gouges. Aldi’s is a dump but the pricing is better. But not all of their products are great. The Walmart out in 466 is great. Sam’s club is a must and only go to the others for small items Sam’s doesn’t carry.

[Bilyclub]

I would rather have Save A Lot move there rather than Aldi.

You must shop in the Westside of Chicago.

[Pugchief]

You must shop in the Westside of Chicago.

That's not a safe neighborhood in general, but what's up with the stop lights?

[Bilyclub]

That's not a safe neighborhood in general, but what's up with the stop lights?

If you can't steal it, break it.

[Sandy and Ed]

I would rather have Save A Lot move there rather than Aldi.
Hearing that Save a Lot is going under. Rumor mill??

[evfan]

I stopped in the LSL store today and asked. What I heard was a closure date of December 1. However, they wouldn't be restocking some things starting November 1. I shopped there about a week ago and noted a few pretty popular items were sold out.