Family Dollar

Angus MacFrankenstein

2024-04

“They’re Tricky About That Sometimes.”I don’t do much business in North Toledo—let alone Toledo in general. Many drivers there, I suspect, have death wishes, and really, really want to bring company to the Other Side with them.But on March 26, 2024, I was in the neighborhood, and at 5:10pm, I paid for an overpriced snack at Dollar General #6853.It wasn’t like I didn’t have warning. The woman in front of me at the self-checker was flummoxed. She was ringing up what looked like doggie snacks, and thought there was a “buy one, get one” kind of sale on them. It wasn’t ringing out that way.While I was waiting, I noted peanut butter M&M’s. There was a sale posted, buy two for $2. (This sale is currently on the store’s website.) Those along with some peanuts would make a good improvised trail mix, I thought. I don’t remember if I read the sign aloud, or if the cashier noted I was picking up two packs, but she warned me that the sale was for regular single packs only.“They’re tricky like that sometimes,” she said.I looked again. I could only see M&M’s packaged in something called “Share Size.” The “2 for $2” signs were hung with the Share Sized candies. I was tired, wanted a snack, and then refreshed, just wanted to make the long drive home, so I decided to take a chance.The woman in front of me gave up and left, not happy and ready to call balderdash (I’m being nice here) and perhaps curse the place.I went to ring my stuff out. I paid $2.35 for a bottle of Coke Zero, so I knew I was in for it. It was bad enough the product wasn’t in a common sense kind of place like the front cooler, but near the alcohol. It was worse knowing I might find a 16-oz can at the Dollar Tree at the other corner for a buck twenty-five. Maybe that’s another way they’re tricky: they want to fatten you up on sugar and make you addicted.And yes, I paid a full $2.25 per package of M&M’s because somebody’s so tricky with signage.I lived with it. Until I got home.That bag of peanuts was the kind of brand that would’ve retailed for maybe 99¢ a few years ago. I looked at the pack again in preparation to write this review and noticed something strange.On the package of Frito Lay Munchies salted peanuts, I noted a clearly-printed stamp indicating the bag was $1.29. On my receipt, I was charged $1.95. I used a self-checker, so no one else scanned it or input a price.And because I like to document these things, stamped beneath the “SELL BY:” on the peanut package was:16 Jul 20241.2924T22830866 (long space) 18:29I imagine the last set of digits are identifier codes.Now, I know in this case it’s a extra couple of bucks…but what if A) you wanted a larger product and the listed pricing was all mucked up and/or B) if you are really running close to the bone financially? Suddenly, these tricks become a bit more malevolent, don’t they?So yeah, they can be tricky here. And I’m not in a hurry to give them any more treats.

Kristin Dewey

2022-05

The staff is NEVER friendly at this store. They act like they can't be bothered with your purchase. I only go here because its close to my job. Even though the store is tidy now, the staff's attitude would prevent me from going back. Instead of rearranging the store, maybe they should give their employees some training in how to interact with the customers. Only gave it 3 stars because of the organization.

Diamond Frieson

2020-05

Store manager is disgustingly rude and very unprofessional!He told my boyfriend that he can’t get a tobacco product because it’s too late ... it was 8pm & the store closes at “10”But instead of saying it politely he said “ ITS OVER WITH.”Like what ? How do you stop selling something at 8pm is that even a thing ?Also a few months ago my boyfriend and I came around 9:25 ... and HE yes HE because he is a man, Rudely said “ WERE CLOSED .”Then he flipped us off... we have a video and everything.We also asked him why did he close so early when it says 10 , and why was he being rude ... he said ... “ AND IM ABOUT TO DO IT AGAIN.”So disgusting.He deserves to be unemployed he does not deserve a job.

Suzzanne Tanner

2021-05

Usually find exactly what I was looking for here. Prices aren't bad, staff is usually nice and helpful. Be careful at this location after dark though, they frequently get robbed.

anna lize

2022-05

I always know what to expect when I go there so Im rarely disappointed. I always buy my paper products and laundry supplies there because it's always a few dollars cheaper than my grocer.

scooter Brown

2020-05

Just left the store it was bare , while standing in line to check out , bugs where crawling on the floor !!! The cashier instead of just apologizing for the inexcusable occurrence defended it by say all stores with food have bug's !!! I will take my business where there is product on the shelves , and clean enough not to have bug's !

Koty “Code D” Leary

2021-05

Always my favorite spot to shop. And the digital coupons through the Family Dollar App.... Always has my Wallets best intentions at Heart.

Carlee McNair

2023-05

Asked for help and they said no I’m doing something? Like wth

Shannon Riven

2022-05

They had everything I was looking for. They're getting it together so it was pretty clean and organized.

August A

2019-05

This place is great if you like ridiculous prices and expired drinks and food on thr shelves. Avoid at all costs.

Asia Nicole

2018-05

Love the place always clean and neat. And the customer service is great.

Lisa Putman (Lisa's Kitchen)

2021-05

Store had no kid clothes it was unorganized but the staff was friendly

Ed And Anna Furlong

2021-05

Place is alot cleaner than previously and friendlier staff.

Joshua W.

2021-05

I've always had a good experience here with the friendly staff.

Holly Gogol

2018-05

Love the staff here. Good selection of products. Good deals.

Mzvickiebaby4 Vance0567

2020-05

Pretty reasonable prices especially toilet tissue paper towels etc...

Carmen.wilson Wilson

2022-05

Friendly cashiers store clean had what I wanted

Jeff Johnson

2020-05

Rude manager and they let the phone ring constantly . Horrible customer service they need to fire the whole crew

Becky Hensel

2022-05

Moved store around,looks great! Corner of Lasky and Lewis.

dee wolfe

2018-05

Employees were funny and helpful, brightened my day!

Teresa Rhoades

2021-05

Wonderful very clean very nice cashier

Crystal Ritter

2018-05

Don't like the area, and you wait at the counter for someone to long to cash out.

Gaye Mattimore

2022-05

Jill was very nice..Food was good

Jacqueline Humphrey

2018-05

This location accepts the Family Dollar Smart Coupons.

Infected Miller

2020-05

Won't be shopping here till the store gets better security.

Jada Warrington

2017-05

I like family dollar but this one on lewis has the rudeness workers !!!!!

Tina Baker

2022-05

They had everything I needed on my lists

Sarah Frazier

2018-05

Eh. Kind of dumpy. Never busy though.

judgemy honesty

2019-05

Nice morning shift associates

Tabitha Berlin

2018-05

Very nice and helpful workers