Publix

The parking lot here is cramped as heck, with people parking on top of each other and almost rear ending the cars behind them as they try to pull out of their spot. Customers were honking every 30 seconds while driving down each parking aisle at about 40 mph, looking for anyone who had just put their key in the ignition that they could honk at, lest they dare start backing out of their parking spot. Service was slow, the produce seemed to not be well-​stocked, and the hot foods section was lacking, in comparison to other Publix locations. After listening to that honking serenade, I came to two conclusions: one, I will avoid this location at all costs because all that honking gives me a headache and makes me jumpy, and two, the people that shop here are very angry, stressful people that cannot even try to be civilized during the holiday season. I am glad I don’t have to make this my usual Publix or I would have to be put on anxiety medication.

The only reason I’m giving this place two stars is because the staff is friendly and always helpful. Now, let’s get on to the quality of food here. What the hell is going on with the organic produce? I always thought this place could do better since it’s surrounded by clientele that are probably into buying organic and sustainably raised foods. In fact, a lot of people in the area that I know don’t even bother going to this Publix and instead go a few miles away to Whole Foods and a whole bunch more miles away to Pinecrest to Trader Joe’s. You are losing clients, Publix. Trust me.
For years, they shoved all their organics in the refrigerated section, including potatoes, onions, tomatoes – basically stuff you’re not supposed to refrigerate. Then they finally got the message and started separating these items, only to actually CUT DOWN on the amount of organic produce they’re selling. So now, the apples are mostly those bagged ones that are always a little mealy and old. They never have tomatoes, potatoes, onions, peppers, and have really cut down on their selection of greens.
Let’s not even start on the «greenwise» label which means absolutely nothing. Folks, DO NOT buy a greenwise chicken thinking that it’s in any way healthier than the typical gmo fed, chemical injected, and tortured little birds that you normally get. All they’re doing is stamping «natural» on it, which means NOTHING.
Anyway, I have tried, tried to give this place a chance because I am literally next door. What does it say that I am now no longer buying anything in this store, except for milk and the occasional apple that is not gross. Get it together Publix!

I came here on the trolley hoping to avoid going to the one at Dadeland. I will not come back again. It is small and cramp with a minimal selection.

I truly wish this Publix would have more «green wise» selections. They offer some choices (chicken, turkey, sausages, some crackers and veggies) but I still think they could improve on this. However, their managers are very nice. I told the manager once that my favorite crackers (pecan rice thins) were not being sorted and he quickly re-​mediated the situation and brought them back within a week. Friendly faces. Nice staff. The deli department has a great and efficient staff. Love the fact that there’s always a police officer patrolling the area and the inside of This Publix.

Slowest cash register in the world
Like I have nothing else to do than waiting in line

This place only gets 2 stars because I love Publix. I just recently got relocated to Miami from Orlando due to work and gotta admit I miss my Publix near UCF. I used to go there before work to pick up my lunch (usually a big salad from the deli dept) and head to work. This is the 5^th time I visit this location and I find myself starring an empty case just missing my good old Publix. Enough writing now I gotta find a place for lunch

What a shame. For being in the heart of the Gables this Publix should upkeep better standards when it comes to their buyers purchasing stuff that could actually sell really well in this particular location… starting with specialty items and top notch produce.
The Greenwise section is incredibly small and hidden by the bathrooms… Have you thought that maybe just MAYBE your locals actually would appreciate a little more variety and FRESH organic foods? It’s not like we’re in Hialeah and just buy canned beans, white rice and trash meat to stew into oblivion…
The toiletries and personal items are distributed in completely unrelated isles making your shopping experience an even longer one while weaving through old folks getting walked by their caretakers at a snail’s pace.
Forget about a quick in and out solution for lunch– not happening!
The hot foods area is offensive. Congri, pork and fried crap all day every day. and not even palatable at that. Pretty disgusting, that’s why everyone wastes 45+ mins eating mediocre food in the Gables around lunchtime. That and because of the non-​existent parking. Try maneuvering through a narrow parking lot of bored stay-​at-​home moms lollygagging in their massive gas guzzlers while on the phone eating something that starts with an S and rhymes with «twit».
I’m only giving this place 2 stars because of their flowers which are pretty decent. Surprisingly better than the other locations.
But other than that this old, tiny Publix is no better than a Windixie… gross.
CLUSTERFUDGE. (You know what I mean)

If this grocery store were simply up against other grocery stores I might score it higher, but the fact of the matter is that I know Publix can do better than this, so they lose a point on that basis.
Huge credit for having a large, free parking lot in the heart of Coral Gables… But that’s about where the props end.
This is an older location, and has a fairly small footprint, so they are often limited in what and how much they carry. I’ve frequently had to buy an alternate product or go to another store to get what I want.
Another issue with the small location is the layout. I can’t say for certain if all aisles are more narrow, but there are definitely a number of choke points (the corner near the bakery and deli counters being one of them) where things are placed so close together that you literally can’t get by if some genius is camped out comparison shopping items in the deli case (happened to me yesterday).
Lastly is the service. On more than one occasion I’ve had to bag my own groceries because of a shortage of baggers. And at least a couple times I go out into the parking lot and see said baggers lounging about being VERY slow to bring the carts back in from the parking lot. Really? Does it take a team of 6 to bring in that set of carts?
This locations is definitely a «I need something quick on the way home and I’m reasonably confident they’ve got it in stock» Publix.

Super convenient! Love the chilled champagne/​sparkling/​white wine section. Can’t go wrong with the bakery goods either! Downfall the parking is small and confusing with the one ways. In and out traffic is a pain as well.

i love this location and I love the subs here. You can customize them all you want and they are nice and toasty.

I really don’t like this publix. It is always crowded and the aisles seem cluttered. I have a hard time finding my groceries in this one.

Such a small place and always so packed with people. I avoid this particular location like the black plague.
The last 3 ties I have come to this location, and I am NOT exaggerating, the bag boys stop what they are doing just to look at me. I feel like a piece of meat in a zoo and I shouldn’t feel like this in my local grocery store.

This parking lot is ALWAYS packed! People park there to avoid paying meters while shopping/​eating in the area.
Their bakery dept is the WORST! For the past 4 years (and still) I stop at this counter once a month to get cakes for my office and my experience EACH time has NEVER changed. Those ladies are ALWAYS yapping and leave me standing there for minutes even after they’ve made eye contact with me. I’ve even seen different managers talking with them (or just standing there) instead of telling the ladies to STFU and tend to the customer. When they finally acknowledge me, they’re NEVER friendly– and you would think they would be nice (at LEAST) to a familiar face/​loyal customer but NO. One year I ordered my daughter’s 2^nd Birthday cake from them. The size was wrong and they wrote «2^nd» in Spanish– which I would’ve been okay with had they not SPELLED IT WRONG! Instead of writing «2ndo» they wrote «2rdo». It was a disaster and I was PISSED.
The best thing about this Publix is the customer service on the floor and at check-​out. Every time I need assistance anyone from the old Spanish man stocking in the aisle to a nicely dressed store manager takes the time to help me (or get me help). The cashiers (I have my top 5) are friendly and very helpful as well. The store is always clean and neat and when the lines get too long they are VERY good about opening additional registers and helping the customers check-​out faster.

This publix is small but they have a decent variety of essentials. Don’t go between 3 and 6. Even though all the checkstands are usually open, there are still long lines.

I highly recommend their hot lunch specials. Fast service! I got a tamale, plantains, and pork here yesterday for only $ 5.60. Rolling in the big bucks now!

This is the Coral Gables downtown/​LeJeune Road Publix.
Usually the service here is crap. Good luck ever getting a smile, a greeting, or someone to speak English; however, today I got all of the above, much to my surprise. Don’t know if it was a fluke or what, but I was impressed. Now if they can maintain this standard EVERY DAY (consistency is key management) you will get my coveted 4 or 5 star review.

A fairly small Publix one block off Miracle Mile. While it is convenient when I am visiting some of the eateries on The Mile, there is really nothing that attracts me to or detracts me from this location. It is a tad older, but it does have a full parking lot. Anyone that has been to The Mile KNOWS that parking is usually at a premium.
They do have the staples I need.

Perfectly located across the street from my office, my lovely bride always takes advantage of this and texts me a list of last minute items required for the dinner du jour.
It is also a great option to cross the street and pick me up lunch options for the week.
Management is always available and the service is pretty good for the most part —
A couple of the more «senior» cashiers have developed a bit of an attitude but most of the staff is quite pleasant and helpful.
This is probably one of the most profitable Publix based on their smaller square footage, so I usually try to go by mid morning when it is less crowded, it is good to have that option, because when I go after work, it is a bit of a pain because of the limited space.

I love my Publix!
Located in the heart of the Gables, it’s location can’t be beat.
It’s always nicely stocked and very clean. A bit on the smaller side, compared to some of the newer Publix stores, but not at all cramped.

I hate grocery shopping. Despise it, loath it, grocery shopping is the crabgrass on the lawn of life (to quote Snoopy).
But since it’s a necessary evil, and given that Mr LaLotto can’t always assume the burden of domestic life, this is a store I wouldn’t trade for any other. All Publix are most definitely not the same. True, they are — conveniently — organized similarly, generally carry the same items, etc buuuut nothing like your tried and true neighborhood supermarket.
Same people, usually, something for which to commend those responsible for hiring and keeping employees.
But nothing makes me feel more important than knowing we have a direct impact on their stocking procedures, repeatedly buying out the store’s ginger beer or Orangina.
Most importantly: wallet left at store checkout counter, wallet placed by responsible and good-​hearted Publix employee, wallet successfully retrieved intact the next day. I know, took a whole day to figure out where it could have been left behind, for shame!
I like the Cubana cashier who goes on and on about some injustice or another. I like the OCD item packer who will simply not let you bag items any which way. True, many times employees don’t know where things are, but In a world of «that’s not my job» employees it’s always a plus that a manager is sought to resolve one’s dilemma… so gotta love the managers who always knows where to find the trickiest of items: birthday candles, Colombian hot chocolate, coffee socks.
This is a Publix that stocks hummus and pita (which calle 8 supermarkets generally do not), frozen Peruvian corn kernels (which most non-​calle 8 supermarkets generally do not), and — thanks to us, I’m sure — many bottles of the best ginger beer to be had in Miami.