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Safeway has a rating of 1.6 stars from 164 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about Safeway most frequently mention customer service, digital coupon, and phone number problems. Safeway ranks 202nd among Grocery sites.

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    81
  • Value
    76
  • Shipping
    35
  • Returns
    38
  • Quality
    68
Positive reviews (last 12 months): 12.5%
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Top Positive Review

“What a pleasant Trip!”

Josephine B.
9/1/23

I had the same trip frm Toronto to Quebec few yrs ago but this time we had an excellent experience. Sandy, our tour guide was the best in all aspect. I highly recommend Safeway Tours to anyone planning to take the bus tour. Very professional staff, good choices of hotels & restaurant. Very clean & comfortable bus. Thank you Sandy for giving us a memorable trip. You represent your company so well. God bless you!love from….Jojo, Cay, Ninia & Irish

Top Critical Review

“Home delivery”

Julie D.
2/8/24

First time ordering, will be the last time ordering they pick the worst food. Charges the most money. Don't apply any coupons discounts or the rewards card. Highly disappointed in this service. If you want to get little food for no money order from Safeway. Maybe it's a good idea for Fred Meyers is going to buy them out. Received no receipts. Received substitutions that I cannot eat because I'm diabetic. Was not even given the courtesy to ask if a substitution was okay. Ordered over 70 items and all of them were either out of stock or they substituted it. I will make sure and tell everyone do not order from Safeway. Highly disappointed long-term loyal Safeway customer

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Thumbnail of user julied1559
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
February 8th, 2024

First time ordering, will be the last time ordering they pick the worst food. Charges the most money. Don't apply any coupons discounts or the rewards card. Highly disappointed in this service. If you want to get little food for no money order from Safeway. Maybe it's a good idea for Fred Meyers is going to buy them out. Received no receipts. Received substitutions that I cannot eat because I'm diabetic. Was not even given the courtesy to ask if a substitution was okay. Ordered over 70 items and all of them were either out of stock or they substituted it. I will make sure and tell everyone do not order from Safeway. Highly disappointed long-term loyal Safeway customer

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This was the first time using a Safeway app to do a home delivery. Was not given a physical receipt was not given the proper food. Called customer service and was told they had no record of our order. Will not ever order from Safeway again

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Didn't eat anything that ordered because I couldn't because I'm diabetic.

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Thumbnail of user jeanr740
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
February 29th, 2024

I stopped at Safeway to purchase some fried chicken they had on sale for dinner. There were over 9 deli, A couple right by the order area, 3 workers standing in corner gossiping. They refuse to wait on customers. This happens all the time. I was the only customer there and they look at you like you are invisible. WORST SERVICE EVER.

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Thumbnail of user ksten6969
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 19th, 2024

What a joke. They put items on sale then don't have them in stock, drove to this location yesterday and was told by the guys in the meat department that they would have new stock today so that I may be able to get the sale, came in today and guess what? No stock... waisted a trip for a misleading employee. The worst part is they won't do rain checks, or any substitutions... customer service has definitely went downhill. Could not recommend this location. Maybe try Fred Meyers I'm sure they're more friendly..

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None. Nothing in stock to buy.

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Thumbnail of user sandyl433
3 reviews
2 helpful votes
January 7th, 2024

I put the few groceries I grabbed back on the shelf because there was only one register open with a huge lineup... rude, the self checkout had as big a line so even when half the shoppers do it themselves it's still pathetic, and again, rude. This experience helped me find a smaller produce shop, they're great and believe in service not just $$$$.

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Thumbnail of user josephineb209
1 review
1 helpful vote
September 1st, 2023

I had the same trip frm Toronto to Quebec few yrs ago but this time we had an excellent experience. Sandy, our tour guide was the best in all aspect. I highly recommend Safeway Tours to anyone planning to take the bus tour. Very professional staff, good choices of hotels & restaurant. Very clean & comfortable bus. Thank you Sandy for giving us a memorable trip. You represent your company so well. God bless you!love from….Jojo, Cay, Ninia & Irish

Thumbnail of user piaj15
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 11th, 2024

I ordered my food delivery on 3/9/24. ​ is 3/11/24 and I still haven't received my order! I have spoken to customer service, called the store directly and left a message for the district manager, Beverly Gendolfo, and still nothing. 5 minutes ago I spoke to the online order representative from the Almaden Safeway and the gentleman told me "we don't have it ready but we can set-up a delivery for tomorrow". Now he says he can door dash it to me. This isn't the first time orders have been late by hours or even days! If you ask for a refund they don't give it to you for 7 days, yet the money was taken out of my account promptly on 3/9/24. Why use this service of it doesn't give you service. Why call customer service if they can give you no help. Why place an order and set a delivery time that fits into your schedule if they can change it to when it's convenient for them. Why use this delivery service at all?

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Thumbnail of user dn195
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 8th, 2024

I worked for this safeway, and it was god-awful. I was always yelled at and never got help. I was never allowed to use the bathroom, and I was harped at by Charlotte and put down by Rodger. I had to do everything by myself, and I even got yelled at even after they fired me. Even some of the workers are god awful and mean

Thumbnail of user rowenam27
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 28th, 2022
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The add for December 21 - 25,2022 the store was closed December 25. No one could buy any this day. The store showed have continued the sale of COCA COLA mix & match but 2 get 3 free. So sad you would not honor this in the 12/26/2022 very sad. No recycle place where I live so why do we have to pay redemption fees.

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Thumbnail of user rondaa47
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 29th, 2023

The picture should explain it all this is Safeway, Sanderson Farms chicken breasts! Do you think I want to feed my family this? I'm very disappointed to see that Safeway sells this quality chicken.

Thumbnail of user jerik35
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 2nd, 2024

3/2/24 we went to find out why our auto fill prescriptions were all back to call in instead of auto. She told us we had never set it up and our phone wasn't set up (4 mos it went fine then just stopped). She kept saying "I don't know what your asking". My spouse said I guess I will have to go elsewhere and she said, "ok, not a problem". We have shopped at Safeway for years and I know we will go elsewhere now. This is not the 1st time this female pharmacist has been rude. Maybe when the store loses enough customers they will understand it is the very people they are being rude to that are the reason they have jobs!

Thumbnail of user scubadude510
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 24th, 2024

Opened the app, finally found the icon to download the required digital coupon.
"item not recognized" on both of the items i was seeking.
Two clerks tried and said they have the same issue when trying to purchase items.
First the FORCE you download the app to get the sales price.
Then the app does not work.

Thumbnail of user joycew110
4 reviews
4 helpful votes
July 18th, 2023

Beware do not buy Bright paper towels they look strong like a good deal. But when you go to get paper towel it tears off crooked does not cut off straight I thought it was me I tried being super careful to tear off and it still tore up sooo Disappointing my husband told me the same when he tried to get one off I said these paper towels are horrible he said I know. Looks can be deceiving super Disappointment in this product.

Tip for consumers:
Bright paper towels do not buy they tear off crooked tear off the other part of the next paper towel. Horrible they look like they would be good looks are diffinately deceiving with this product.

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Thumbnail of user drj367
51 reviews
18 helpful votes
February 24th, 2024

Load your frickin Club card B4 going to Safeway... Just 4 U & digital coupons.
You will save hundreds of $ over time.
And how about those French Bread baguettes... Yum.

Thumbnail of user johnm14302
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 15th, 2024

32 minutes listening to a recording on the 1-877-SAFEWAY phone number. Hung up. Went online, found the 1 *******799 number. Endless iterations of no help. Finally got a human, limited English proficiency.
Simple question, why does the rewards card no longer work? Well, you need to give us your phone number (which we already have, you provided it when you set up the rewards account), and create an online account. We have no record of the number on the rewards card you have been using for years.
So, the upshot is, for the card to work, I have to create an account, then every time I want to use the card, I have to enter my phone number.
Sorry. Been a Safeway customer for most of my life, but no longer. I am already acting as a cashier for them. And now I have to do yet more to earn a paltry discount on overpriced groceries?
Piss off, Safeway.

Thumbnail of user rodf97
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 22nd, 2023

They were running their special for Christmas this year, 2023. Rib-Eye roasts for $4.77.

For the FOURTH YEAR IN A ROW, I had to stand in line at customer service for 1/2 hour to get it at the correct price. They made all sorts of excuses that I didn't clip the digital coupon, or I didn't pick the right store or their app said I wanted delivery. I did pick the coupon, I did not want it for delivery and none of that should matter if the advertisement is for their statewide promotion price, which it is.

Every year I have to have them ring up the prime rib roast last to see if I get the advertised price and every year I don't.

I know most people don't get this bad about it, so I figure if they hit me for $75 this year and tried $120 last year. God knows how many thousands of dollars they are scaming from my city alone, let alone millions from the people in my state.

Tip for consumers:
I tell everyone to make sure any large purchase from them. is rung up last, so you can make sure you get your discounts.

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Thumbnail of user cldshaffer80
1 review
1 helpful vote
August 13th, 2023

Bill, Teresa and Ally are literally the worst. They are in a 3ring circus there at Safeway store. You complain and they never send in the complaints on another member of their team so they keep staying at the top. These three people treat other staff and customers like they are utter trash I've had it happen to me too many times to count and now the store is stealing money from y'all. Check your sales and receipts make sure you're getting the right prices.

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I've complained to Bill at least 4 times and he refused to write complaints to corporate office

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Thumbnail of user luf20
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 7th, 2023

Today I order groceries it was supposed to be delivered 5pm when it arrived was almost 7pm al my bananas as ripped and black smashed,my eggs more than 5 was broken

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My order was planned feo. 1 to 5pm Whe. I got my order was almost 7pm all my eggs was broken bananas as in terrible shape

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Thumbnail of user andypcfc1
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 9th, 2023

It's a great delivery service, but when you order slabs of drink and a young lady who can barely lift the slabs arrives, I think, is wrong. Luckily I arrived in time to do it for her. Maybe allocate certain jobs for different drivers, maybe with trollies. Otherwise, a really speedy service.

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Thumbnail of user robertc1256
3 reviews
12 helpful votes
November 2nd, 2023

Safeway's regular prices are very high and stores are routinely out of stock of advertised specials. Safeway's website is slow to load, forces you to sign in repeatedly, and its rewards program isn't functioning. If Safeway is allowed to merge with Kroger, a bad situation will get worse, especially in markets like Denver where the two companies control most of the market. I complained that I couldn't browse my local ad and was told I'd be e-mailed when the problem was resolved; I never got that e-mail and a week later, my rewards account has been deactivated. I can't reset my password or establish a new account due to "technical problems". Very, very poor!

Thumbnail of user stevens3277
1 review
2 helpful votes
April 29th, 2023

Where to start? Prices exceed reasonable inflationary increases. The so-called Safeway app is worthless. Clumsy and difficult to use. Wastes time and is frustrating. Shelves have empty gaps which has continued post Covid. Pharmacy doesn't tell customers when an app like GoodRx will significantly reduce cost even with government plans. They'll disclose that but not without asking. Not focused on customers. Almost anywhere else would be better than Safeway.

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The app requires photo of so-called “sales”. This is sent to checkout. Completely unnecessary, expensive in time and effort for customer, and user unfriendly. Disgrace

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Thumbnail of user mariam4164
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 2nd, 2023

I needed a a chocolate cake with white frosting for my grandson's birthday! Being a holiday weekend, it was difficult finding exactly what I needed. I had gone to Nugget and Raley's with no luck. I was getting worried, I may not find what my grandson wanted. When I went to Safeway on Folsom Blvd, I ran into the same problem. Ruzanna at Safeway offered to make one up for me, if I didn't mind waiting a few minutes. OMG! What GREAT customer service was that! Thank you Ruzanna! Safeway hires GREAT employees!

Thumbnail of user wendy.tom
1 review
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July 17th, 2023

The safeway on Capitol Hill DC was renovated a few years ago. When you walk in the store it looks big, shiny and full of produce. However there is frequently trash strewn on the ground out front. No cards available for use. No employees on the floor for assistance. No one ever behind the seafood counter. And on weekends frequently only 2 lines open with unfriendly cashiers.long long wait times. Attempts to reach management via online, corporate headquarters you get no response. There is NO voice mail available for store manager. Requests to have call back are unmet. As a customer you would be best to stick with Harris Teeter, Giant, Aldi, Whole Foods.

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Thumbnail of user lardencharllise
2 reviews
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September 27th, 2023

Can't give them one star.

Representative are not helpful at all. Anoing and dismissive attitude. Phone calls are constantly disconnected by representative because they don't want you to leave at the end of the phone call bed servey. Not a good English. The company who is hiring them to hendel there clients complaints are paying for one big nothing as a service.

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Thumbnail of user nancyfdavis
1 review
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October 15th, 2023

The Safeway app is poorly designed. It is difficult to load, locate, and edit discounts I have loaded onto my app. Why can't I delete old "For U" discounts and why can't I have all loaded discounts in my digital grocery cart? The poor design feels like it is purposely confusing and make me want to shop at a big box without all the confusing discounts.

Thumbnail of user brilliantlyyou
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August 6th, 2023

You think you're buying a product that might be somewhat good for you on the scale of natural and healthy, you read the ingredients and realize that it's not just peanuts with a little tiny bit of salt the dry roasted peanuts have sugar in them. Why? I was disappointed in flavor and they gave me an upset tummy.

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I would urge Albertson/Safeway to take the sugar out of peanuts when manufacturing them. They boast about not having high fructose corn syrup well why do you have sugar in peanuts?

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I ate a few of the peanuts and hours later had stomach issues. Not to mention being stupefied that sugar was added to peanuts.

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