How many Trader Joe's are in Washington, DC?

There are Trader Joe's stores in the District (Foggy Bottom and U Street/14th Street) plus several in the surrounding Maryland and Virginia suburbs. Confirm current hours on traderjoes.com.

What are alternatives to Trader Joe's in DC?

Giant, Safeway, Whole Foods, Aldi, MOM's Organic Market, Streets Market, Yes! Organic Market, and Lidl all offer compelling alternatives depending on price, organic selection, and proximity.

Is there a Trader Joe's east of the Anacostia?

Not as of 2026. The closest stores to Wards 7 and 8 are in Foggy Bottom and Alexandria. DC residents east of the river often shop at Giant, Safeway, or Lidl.

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Trader Joe's in Washington, DC: store locations and grocery alternatives

Q: Does Trader Joe's accept SNAP/EBT in DC?

Yes. All Trader Joe's stores in DC accept SNAP/EBT for eligible food items. You cannot use EBT for hot prepared foods, alcohol, or non-food items.

Trader Joe's has a small District footprint plus a wider ring of stores across Maryland and Northern Virginia. Here are the current locations, what to buy, and the best alternatives if Trader Joe's isn't convenient.

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Phone: Trader Joe's customer relations: (626) 599-3700. For SNAP questions in DC, dial 2-1-1.
Public transit: Foggy Bottom Trader Joe's is two blocks from Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro (Orange/Blue/Silver). The 14th Street store is a short walk from U Street Metro (Green/Yellow). Suburban locations are typically a short ride from Metro.
Language access: Trader Joe's stores typically have English- and Spanish-speaking staff; some DC stores also have Amharic and French speakers.

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Last updated: June 2026

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Trader Joe's locations in and near DC

In the District, Trader Joe's operates near Foggy Bottom and on 14th Street NW. Suburban stores cluster in Bethesda, Silver Spring, Rockville, Alexandria, Arlington (Clarendon and Pentagon City), and Falls Church. Confirm hours and addresses on traderjoes.com/home/stores.

What to buy at Trader Joe's

Affordable produce, frozen meals, and private-label snacks.
Cheese, wine (in MD/VA), and ready-to-cook proteins.
Seasonal items that sell out quickly.
Prepared meals popular with commuters and small households.

Does Trader Joe's accept SNAP/EBT in DC?

Yes. All DC Trader Joe's accept SNAP/EBT for eligible groceries. See how SNAP/EBT works for what qualifies.

Best alternatives to Trader Joe's in DC

Giant Food — widest DC footprint, full-service.
Safeway — strong presence in NW and on Capitol Hill.
Whole Foods — premium produce, prepared foods, and 365 private label.
MOM's Organic Market — fully organic; locations in Adams Morgan and Ivy City.
Aldi and Lidl — closest in spirit to TJ's pricing.
Streets Market — local mini-chain in NW DC.
Yes! Organic Market — neighborhood organic stores across DC.
H Mart and Lotte Plaza (in MD/VA) — Asian groceries and produce.

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