Whole Foods Market

Loving the 3rd&H St. NE store. The air conditioning under ground garage is spot on. It's a beautiful day today ,78degrees, so it was a good day!!

BEWARE: I got food poisining from the HOT FOOD BAR chicken wings and chili lime sweet potatoes. I was sick for three (3) days! The food at this bar remains in the bins long enough for the food to dry up and form crusts.

I wrote the corporate headquarters to share my experience and reported this While Foods H Street store to city and federal food safety regulators.

Be careful, if you choose to eat the HOT BAR food at this store location.

As a long-time resident of the H Street Corridor, I can say with certainty that the Whole Foods on this vibrant stretch of NE DC has become an absolute gem of the neighborhood. This modern, spacious supermarket has not only raised the bar for grocery shopping in the area but has also evolved into a true community hub.

From the moment you walk through the doors, you're struck by the sheer scale and variety of offerings. The aisles are meticulously stocked with an incredibly diverse selection of high-quality, sustainably sourced products - from fresh, locally-grown produce to an impressive array of specialty foods, household items, and health/beauty products. It's a one-stop shop for anyone seeking to maintain a healthy, environmentally-conscious lifestyle.

But what truly sets this Whole Foods apart is the palpable sense of community it has fostered. The store's layout is designed to encourage shoppers to linger and explore, with ample seating areas, a bustling coffee shop, and a fantastic food hall featuring a diverse range of dining options. It's become a gathering place for the neighborhood, where residents can not only grocery shop, but also enjoy a meal, catch up with friends, or simply soak in the vibrant energy of the H Street corridor.

The staff at this Whole Foods location is also truly exceptional. The employees are unfailingly friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to assist customers with any questions or needs. They take pride in curating the store's selection and are always happy to offer product recommendations or suggest new items to try.

Perhaps most impressively, the Whole Foods on H Street has managed to maintain its high-quality standards and commitment to sustainability, even as the neighborhood has rapidly evolved. The store sources from local farms and producers whenever possible, supports community initiatives, and continually strives to reduce its environmental impact.

In a city with no shortage of grocery options, the Whole Foods on H Street NE stands out as a shining example of what a modern, community-centric supermarket can and should be. Whether you're in the market for healthy, fresh ingredients, a delicious prepared meal, or simply a welcoming place to spend an afternoon, this store delivers an experience that is truly unparalleled. I couldn't recommend it more highly to anyone in the DC area.

Very nice and clean store. Jarrett is not the one to ask for help! Maybe customer service isn't his capacity at work. If so, he should take off the smock so people won't bother him from whatever it is that he is doing. Maybe I just asked him a question on his "off day". I have off days too at work. Maybe he should stay in his office on those days with minimal customer interaction. I'm sure Jarrett is a nice young man; he just isn't excited about his job! Again, very clean store...🧹🧽

Jarrett, the evening manager, needs customer service training. I had a dispute with the cashier, who was simply clueless and appeared to be "off the clock" even though it was 9:57, and I asked for the manager. Jarrett, displaying body language of a negative attitude, told me to basically pay for my items and leave. I wanted to save money on the avocados and I did not understand about the Prime membership, which I do have. Instead of trying to help, the cashier, looking like she just smoked a blunt, was just standing there with no clue as to what was happening. Jarrett did help, but certainly didn't want to, or at least that was his attitude. I found out why Jarrett wanted me to hurry up and pay so that he could lock the doors at 9:58 (he opened them for me to leave as he suggested at the register). Wow, I had no idea your management training allows your team members to rush customers out of the door. Is this because it was 9:57? Most businesses want customers to rush inside the store. Whole Foods wants to lock the doors BEFORE closing and if you happen to be in the store, certain team members and management members want you to hurry, purchase, and get out! One more thing, Jarrett encouraged me to write this review, so obviously he could care less about any promotions, accolades, or even a congratulations on a job well done from members of your organization. Your employees must have a low morale in this environment. It's too bad, because I loved the atmosphere of the store, but I will never visit again. Thanks Jarrett! ✊️

Really nice for my first time shopping at a Whole Foods store. I was trying to find certain fruits and veggies, after going to so many other stores before an every week I look for certain things and every store I went to were out and I would have to wait a few days to get what I needed shipped. Now, seeing as I've never been inside a Whole Foods store before, going in thinking that if other stores didn't have what I was looking for they might not either. But I walked in the first few items I've been looking for were right there, fully stocked up, and plenty to choose from. I was super excited. Now I have a favorite preference of where I prefer to shop for fruits and veggies and other healthy choice foods and drinks. And I would definitely recommend it to others

My young daughter has a special place in her stomach and heart for Whole Foods. She insist that we visit locations whenever we travel. Well we visited the H St. NE Wash, DC location and we were pleasantly surprised while at the hot food bar.

We asked Kelly, an employee/I'm sure a manager, what type of white fish was being served. That question lead to me telling Kelly how my daughter was just so thrilled to be visiting the store today and how she loves the hot food bar. I also explained how she likes to visit every store she can.
After we walked away Kelly came over to us and offered my daughter to select a complimentary treat from the desert case.

Kelly, you are a class act and a wonderful representation of Whole Foods! Thank you for joining in on my daughter's excitement 😁 and making it an exceptionally wonderful time for her. I will now make it a point to shop at Whole Foods. You've gained a new regular customer.
Just goes to show there are still good people and quality staff definitely enhance any brand!.

Thank you Kelly!