I used to work at Trader Joe's and I loved it — but there are 11 things I never buy there

Jonathan Chandler Feb 24, 2024, 02:22 IST

There are a few Trader Joe's items I would skip including the breaded cod fillets and the sunflower-seed spread.Jonathan Chandler

I worked at Trader Joe's for almost three years and realized it's better to pass up some items.
The cod fillets, chicken-sausage burritos, and mahi-mahi burgers don't pack much flavor.

I loved trying many of the chain's products during my three years working at Trader Joe's. However, not every item was something I'd buy again.

Here are 11 things I never buy at Trader Joe's.

The cod fillets lack a satisfying crunch.

I prefer to make my own cod fillet instead of buying a frozen version.Jonathan Chandler

A breakfast-burrito option seems convenient but I think it's best to skip this one.Jonathan Chandler

Luckily, Trader Joe's licorice twists come in multiple flavors.Jonathan Chandler

Trader Joe's buttermilk protein pancake is a miss.Jonathan Chandler

Go for regular butter or another nut spread instead of the sunflower-seed option.Jonathan Chandler

I don't love the texture of Trader Joe's Turkey-less roast.Jonathan Chandler

A lot of people love Trader Joe's Scandinavian Swimmers but I'm not a fan.Jonathan Chandler

I think Trader Joe's meatloaf tastes too bready.Jonathan Chandler

The bacon in the Cobb salad was too chewy for me.Jonathan Chandler

I think this Trader Joe's fried rice could be better.Jonathan Chandler

Instead of Trader Joe's mahi-mahi burgers, try the salmon ones.Jonathan Chandler