The First Trader Joe’s

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If you are lucky enough to live or work near a Trader Joe’s, then you already know what all the hype is about; great quality organic products at affordable prices.  

The very first Trader Joe's store opened in Pasadena, California, in 1967. Located at 610 S. Arroyo Parkway, it is thankfully still in operation today.  The original location is pretty much the same as modern Trader Joe’s layouts, with the exception of a large, outdoor covered area for plants and some other products.  


If you are ever in Pasadena and a fan of Trader Joe’s, don’t miss out on visiting their very first store! (Below is a picture from 1967 and one from a few years ago).

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