Whole Foods Market

Very cutting-edge store, the first Whole Foods to open with Amazon's Just Walk Out technology. However, the other recent review from a Local Guide has some inaccuracies. You are *not* required to use the Just Walk Out technology. There are traditional self-checkouts if you prefer. When you enter the store, you choose which way you'd like to shop. If you do want to use Just Walk Out (and I recommend it), you do NOT need to be a Prime Member. You can use an in-store code from the Amazon/Whole Foods app, set up palm scanning (Amazon One), or use a credit card.

Just Walk Out cuts out so many steps from shopping. You can put things into your bag as you shop, and you don't have to take them out again until you get home. I was so impressed with how well it works, even with complex items like loose bars of soap set out on a table, the self-serve hot bar/salad bar (which is priced by the box here), and the deli. As of November 2023, this store has eliminated the entry gates. You can walk in freely like any other grocery store. When you are ready to check out, you can go to self-checkout, or you can head straight to the Just Walk Out exits, scan your phone/card/palm, and be on your way.

The selection here is exactly what you'd expect from any other Whole Foods. It's really impressive how the Just Walk Out technology has been scaled up to a store this size, with such a large selection. The quality is great.

I went out of my way to shop here because I'm a fan of the technology. I can't wait for this to come to a neighborhood closer to where I live.

Other than not having inside seating great location. They do have an odd layout compared to the 50+ other stores I have been in. Seem to be well stocked in most areas but their produce always seems to a time a bit light on the variety

Huge changes! Everything has been automated now since they reopened in February 2022. You don't need to be an Amazon Prime member, but it's optimized for those individuals.

You walk in through turnstiles, with your unique member QR Code and then you simply walk around the store pick things up and walk out. No checkout, none. Sensors, really cameras, identify what you picked up and put in your bag. You're charged as you walk out. Your receipt shows up in your email in box. I checked, it was accurate.

Again, walk in, pick up what you want, place in your bag, walk out. No checkout! The future is here.

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Layout is a little different as the other WFs, also the size is a little smaller as the others. But it has everything you can find in the other WFs. Super clean!

I love this shop from south bend. Tried it here in Washington, a bit more fancy and I love it.

Almost hesitant to give 5 stars, since what I love is how quiet the store is, and how quickly I can get the shopping done. Very efficient shopping, and usually pretty well stocked. Very helpful butcher staff!

Great concept store. You can login with your In-Store Amazon Code and grab all your groceries and walk out. Super crazy.

This is one of those ultra high tech Whole Foods markets where you don't have to stop at the cash register. You scan your palm on the way in, just take what you want, and through some form of electronic surveillance, when you leave they know what you have with you and you get an email telling you how much you spent. It's definitely an entirely different type of shopping experience. A little bit creepy for some I suspect, but certainly quick and easy.

It was close to my hotel & I went everyday, prices are affordable. The layout was easy to follow & the staff are courteous and so helpful.

There is self checkout and staff on standby to help with bags & to cash. I saw a lady being patient & assisting an older gentleman.

Good place to shop for some tasty food both cooked and uncooked

Tried to steal a yogurt from ol' Jeffrey, seeing if his camera systems were good enough to detect I grabbed one and put it iny pocket. Alas I was no match for Mr Bezos and his eight billion camera system in the store for me. Very cool no checkout system in the store. Delicious yogurt and salad bar btw, would come again.

I love the fact that I do not have to wait at the cash register.
Staff is extremely helpful.

This is one of the only places in DC where you can find Beyond classic burgers. As a vegetarian this whole foods is a godsend.

Because this Whole Foods is so close to my apartment, I go here fairly often. I usually visit leave with coffee, soup, salad, or hot food of some kind. The food and cafe atmosphere are great, otherwise I wouldn’t keep coming back. The picture below is Chicken Tortilla Soup.

More than recommending soup, I’m writing this review to recommend Heaven and eternal life. How do you gain either? Well, it’s actually pretty simple: believe in Jesus Christ.

Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.”

Jesus also said, “Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many, I say to you, will seek to enter and will not be able.”

What keeps people from entering into Heaven? Sin. What can you do about it? Cry out to Jesus and He will save you. Pray this prayer to be saved:

“Lord Jesus, I know I have sinned and I want to repent or turn away from my sins. Please forgive me of my sins and come into my heart as my Lord and Savior. Please take control of my life and help me to take up my cross and follow You for the rest of my life. Please send Your Holy Spirit to guide, comfort, and teach me all truth. Thank You, Lord, for saving me and answering my prayer. In Jesus’ holy name I pray, Amen.”

As it says in Romans 10:9, “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe with your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.”

It also says in John 5:24, “Truly, truly I say to you, whoever hears My word and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life. He does not come into judgement, but has passed from death to life.”

If God’s Word has spoken to you, that’s because the Father’s calling and praying for you.

And if you accepted Jesus Christ, go forth and make disciples of all nations. There’s nothing more honorable and rewarding then serving the Lord and saving souls.

God bless you. Take care. ❤

I couldn’t have expected to love this place as much as I do. The convenience of the “Just walk out” system is unbeatable. To enter, I scan my palm real quick, I do my shopping and bag my stuff as I go, and simply scan my palm to leave. It’s the fastest shopping experience I’ve ever had, and it doesn’t matter how busy the store is—it’s just as fast as when it’s empty, and the shelves have always been well-stocked, in my experience. The hot bar is delicious, as they all are at Whole Foods, but with the added benefit of not charging by weight, but instead by size of container, so you can get more bang for your buck if you’re extra hungry! I know some people have concerns about amazon tracking you & all, but if you’re willing to let go of those worries and get on with your life, this place is the best. Highly recommend.

Wow, what a unique experience! If you want (not required) you can try out the new technology linked to your Amazon account and not have to wait in a check out line! Lots of staff available to help get you set up to scan your app, shop, and then "just walk out"! (Pro tip: bag your groceries as you shop.) Great new store layout, bright aisles, great product selection of natural foods. Self-checkout available if you'd rather not use the app. So glad they are back to serve the community.

nice selection of gourmet items, clean store, friendly staff.

Got hot yummy pizza , the sitting place is great , I recommend 1000% This is my go to in Glover park DC

Good selection of groceries.

The technology for “quick pay” is a nice edition. It’s quick to just walk in and walk out without waiting in line.

The staff is super friendly.

Touchless shopping... Super clean, organized and no waiting lines at checkout. The future of shopping!