Publix WC is Packed - Combat Grocery Shopping Time Has Arrived

**30A Skunkape** · 03-14-2010, 12:07 PM

Originally Posted by beachmouse

Based on the license plates we were seeing when we were coming back from Pensacola on I-10, the invasion of the Republic of Texas is about to begin.

Well, what do you think Hands Across the Sand was all about?

We just went to the new Publix and it was as busy as I have ever seen it. I wish I would have gotten a picture, but we got the few things we needed and the cashier at the '10 items or less' let out a groan as he saw the cart behind us was already partially unloaded on the conveyer, maybe about 20 things ready to go and about a weeks worth of food in the cart. The kids were throwing plastic beach crap on the conveyer as mom and dad were distracted with the important matters like making sure the white zin and Coronas were in sufficient quantity.

**DuneLaker** · 03-14-2010, 07:33 PM

Well, it was Sunday afternoon and I needed to go to Publix. Had a prescription to pick up so Panama City Beach it was. It wasn't too bad. Checkout clerk said Saturday was a killer. But, next to SoWal, Publix is one of the better places for gossip. On Aisle 1, next to the wine and trail mix, I heard that Britte Green had bought a place at WaterColor and that it would just be a short time before all the inventory below $1 MILLION DOLLARS was sold out.

**ShallowsNole** · 03-14-2010, 09:03 PM

Originally Posted by DuneLaker

Well, it was Sunday afternoon and I needed to go to Publix. Had a prescription to pick up so Panama City Beach it was. It wasn't too bad. Checkout clerk said Saturday was a killer. But, next to SoWal, Publix is one of the better places for gossip. On Aisle 1, next to the wine and trail mix, I heard that Britte Green had bought a place at WaterColor and that it would just be a short time before all the inventory below $1 MILLION DOLLARS was sold out.

To my amazement, Publix at Carillon Beach wasn't too bad Saturday at 2 - 3 o'clock, but I think I hit it before all the arrivals settled in and headed out for a beer run. Back Beach Road eastbound from 79 was packed, as was 231 to 23rd St heading west.

**Alicia Leonard** · 03-15-2010, 06:49 AM

I had to wait 10 minutes to get out of City Hall yesterday and pull onto 90/331s. The cars heading south were non-stop.

**DuneLaker** · 03-15-2010, 08:02 AM

Originally Posted by aleonard

I had to wait 10 minutes to get out of City Hall yesterday and pull onto 90/331s. The cars heading south were non-stop.

What's Up?? What were you doing at City Hall on a Sunday? Were you in jail?

For all ya'll from out of county, there are no "cities" in South Walton or SOB (South of the Bay). There are only three incorporated cities, all north of the bay, in Walton County. Good buddy, Aleonard, is talking about DeFuniak Springs City Hall. There are also no Publix stores in North Walton, yet. Heard Freeport was getting one. DeFuniak Springs and Paxton are waiting.

**Douglas the Intrepid** · 03-15-2010, 08:17 AM

Originally Posted by DuneLaker

What's Up?? What were you doing at City Hall on a Sunday? Were you in jail?

*whispers conspiratorially* Rumour has it that Aleonard beat up another biker gang that got unruly at the Defuniak Walmart! *gasps*

**DuneLaker** · 03-15-2010, 08:30 AM

Originally Posted by Douglas the Intrepid

*whispers conspiratorially* Rumour has it that Aleonard beat up another biker gang that got unruly at the Defuniak Walmart! *gasps*

See, that would not have happened it they had a Publix. Or wait, we did have an unfortunate confrontation between trucks one day.

**Teresa** · 03-15-2010, 12:01 PM

Originally Posted by ata

For everyones info the wc publix is the #1 publix in the us during summer months. i confirmed that with 2 publix managers

I am not surprised! The location is primo. and though it is a small store, the management and staff make it extremely accommodating with the best in customer service.

as much as we complain about the mobs of tourists in our grocery stores when we need to food shop - in all truth I can get in and out pretty easily without much stress - most of the time. Publix is really good about staffing up whenever its needed so there is never a huge wait in line to check out. If you can handle the crowd in the tiny aisles, then its not that big of a deal. most of the time.

the new publix was packed out a few days ago - but still - no wait to check out. all went very smoothly.

I am grateful for Publix! thanks for coming to SoWal!!! now I never ever ever ever have to leave the 'hood.

**inside635** · 03-15-2010, 12:57 PM

Originally Posted by beachmouse

Based on the license plates we were seeing when we were coming back from Pensacola on I-10, the invasion of the Republic of Texas is about to begin.

And all those tax dollars spent in Sowal!

**Brenda Rees** · 03-15-2010, 03:43 PM

Hi Inside 635

. We love you and God Bless Texas. How is 635 by the way these days? May have to make that loop soon. Hurry up and get back to SoWal. I'll meet you on aisle 3.

**SWGB** · 03-15-2010, 04:25 PM

Originally Posted by DuneLaker

Well, it was Sunday afternoon and I needed to go to Publix. Had a prescription to pick up so Panama City Beach it was. It wasn't too bad. Checkout clerk said Saturday was a killer. But, next to SoWal, Publix is one of the better places for gossip. On Aisle 1, next to the wine and trail mix, I heard that Britte Green had bought a place at WaterColor and that it would just be a short time before all the inventory below $1 MILLION DOLLARS was sold out.

She'll be partying down with Paris Hilton and Brittany any day now.

**bluemtnrunner** · 03-15-2010, 04:41 PM

I got all my groceries at the new Publix on Saturday but they were out of rice noodles so I had to make the trek to Watercolor. It is good to keep the stealth shopping skills sharp. In, zig then zag up the aisle (of course I already know what aisle everything is on), weave and slither back down another aisle, snicker as I shoot past all of the overloaded carts and make way stealthily to the super secret locals checkout register. In and out in two minutes!

**SWGB** · 03-15-2010, 04:57 PM

Originally Posted by bluemtnrunner

I got all my groceries at the new Publix on Saturday but they were out of rice noodles so I had to make the trek to Watercolor. It is good to keep the stealth shopping skills sharp. In, zig then zag up the aisle (of course I already know what aisle everything is on), weave and slither back down another aisle, snicker as I shoot past all of the overloaded carts and make way stealthily to the super secret locals checkout register. In and out in two minutes!

Easy, I was turned black and blue when I revealed the location of the private register.

**North Lake** · 03-15-2010, 07:39 PM

Originally Posted by aleonard

I had to wait 10 minutes to get out of City Hall yesterday and pull onto 90/331s. The cars heading south were non-stop.

As many times as you've been to City Hall you haven't learned how to go out the back way to Baldwin Avenue, then down 11th to Bruce to the light -- or west on Baldwin to whatever other street leads you out to 90. tsk tsk.

**Allifunn** · 03-17-2010, 03:53 PM

Originally Posted by 30A Skunkape

For what it is worth, Santa Rosa Beach (new) Publix was not crowded at all this afternoon. I don't think the secret is out yet.

I went by Watercolor Publix this morning, and it was packed, I decided to do my shopping at the new Publix on 98 and it was a pleasant experience!

Originally Posted by MissCritter

Yikes!!

Forget combat grocery shopping. Allifunn needs to sharpen her combat kitchen skills. She is about to be "discovered."

I have been called back to Destin, so I am no longer at the Watercolor location. Job completed as to opening the new location, now I am back in Destin and on to other projects. I will still have a part in Watercolor, but not on a daily basis.

**DuneLaker** · 03-18-2010, 09:05 AM

Originally Posted by Allifunn

I went by Watercolor Publix this morning, and it was packed, I decided to do my shopping at the new Publix on 98 and it was a pleasant experience!

I have been called back to Destin, so I am no longer at the Watercolor location. Job completed as to opening the new location, now I am back in Destin and on to other projects. I will still have a part in Watercolor, but not on a daily basis.

Oh, we'll miss seeing you more often. There will have to be Allifunn alerts. With St. Joe moving their main HQs from Jacksonville closer to SoWal, and Britt Greene having a home in WaterColor as reported here last week, there will be an increased demand for your level of expertise. This should also impact the year round volume at the WaterColor Publix, which as someone stated earlier is THE BEST, busy or not.

**North Lake** · 03-18-2010, 10:49 PM

Originally Posted by DuneLaker

Oh, we'll miss seeing you more often. There will have to be Allifunn alerts. With St. Joe moving their main HQs from Jacksonville closer to SoWal, and Britt Greene having a home in WaterColor as reported here last week, there will be an increased demand for your level of expertise. This should also impact the year round volume at the WaterColor Publix, which as someone stated earlier is THE BEST, busy or not.

Was just in the Watercolor Publix this evening. Brisk, but not overly crowded. Just the usual pleasant shopping experience. I still maintain this is the absolutely best grocery store in the universe...get over the crowd, and just enjoy the experience. Meet some new friends!

**SWGB** · 03-19-2010, 02:01 AM

Originally Posted by DuneLaker

Oh, we'll miss seeing you more often. There will have to be Allifunn alerts. With St. Joe moving their main HQs from Jacksonville closer to SoWal, and Britt Greene having a home in WaterColor as reported here last week, there will be an increased demand for your level of expertise. This should also impact the year round volume at the WaterColor Publix, which as someone stated earlier is THE BEST, busy or not.

Didn't you report the Britt Greene rumor?

**30A Skunkape** · 03-20-2010, 11:36 AM

Who is Britt Greene?

**SWGB** · 03-20-2010, 01:29 PM

Originally Posted by 30A Skunkape

Who is Britt Greene?

JOE executive.

**Teresa** · 03-20-2010, 02:08 PM

Originally Posted by SWGB

Easy, I was turned black and blue when I revealed the location of the private register.

wait a minute. I'm a local long time publix shopper and lover. where it at?

**DuneLaker** · 03-21-2010, 12:53 AM

Originally Posted by SWGB

JOE executive.

Not only a JOE executive, but one of THE top executives (President and CEO). He was here for a while in early 2000s before going to Jacksonville, so he is well informed about South Walton. Glad to see him back in the neighborhood.

**DuneAHH** · 03-21-2010, 05:58 AM

Originally Posted by Tootsie

wait a minute. I'm a local long time publix shopper and lover. where it at?

smokers know

**Beach Runner** · 03-21-2010, 09:54 AM

Maybe my Excel spreadsheet will help get the newbs out of the store faster. It certainly helps me.

**DuneAHH** · 03-21-2010, 04:46 PM

Originally Posted by Beach Runner

Maybe my Excel spreadsheet will help get the newbs out of the store faster. It certainly helps me.

LORD WOMAN!! I didn't think it was possible, but now I've finally met somebody even more attached to Excel spreadsheets than me!!!

**scooterbug44** · 03-21-2010, 04:49 PM

Originally Posted by Beach Runner

Maybe my Excel spreadsheet will help get the newbs out of the store faster. It certainly helps me.

Bless your OCD heart!

I had forgotten about that.

**Beach Runner** · 03-22-2010, 06:02 AM

Heck, I even have my Thanksgiving grocery list in a spreadsheet arranged by the aisles in Publix!

**inside635** · 03-22-2010, 05:24 PM

Originally Posted by Brenda Rees

Hi Inside 635

. We love you and God Bless Texas. How is 635 by the way these days? May have to make that loop soon. Hurry up and get back to SoWal. I'll meet you on aisle 3.

635 is busy, busy, busy. The family and our $ will be down your way very soon. I'll be on aisle 9!!

**inside635** · 03-22-2010, 05:28 PM

Originally Posted by Beach Runner

Maybe my Excel spreadsheet will help get the newbs out of the store faster. It certainly helps me.

Bless you, Beach Runner, for posting the list. Think of all the time everyone will save by using this! It will definitely get on the beach faster.

**TreeFrog** · 04-03-2010, 07:45 PM

The March crowd was nothing compared to today, with Publix planning to be closed tomorrow for Easter. I had the misfortune and bad judgement to have to make a run at 5:30 today. Truly stunning. Let me say that again, truly stunning. The biggest crowd I ever saw there. The checkout line stretched down to the wine, around past the dairy and beer, around the corner, past the meat, and ended in front of the seafood counter.

Hope this is a leading indicator for a good summer.

**beachmouse** · 04-03-2010, 09:07 PM

The Destin Publix was even worse today because they're smack in the middle of a mini-remodel, and a whole bunch of stuff has been moved to new locations without the signage following yet.

Because of course you should just automatically know that the frozen pizza is now found in the case labeled for pastries and frozen waffles.

**Diane4145** · 04-03-2010, 09:22 PM

I was at the 395 Publix after 7pm and couldn't believe it!

I live here and have never seen it, so crowded! Happy Easter wonderful visitors and locals! Enjoy this fantastic weather, too!

Originally Posted by TreeFrog

The March crowd was nothing compared to today, with Publix planning to be closed tomorrow for Easter. I had the misfortune and bad judgement to have to make a run at 5:30 today. Truly stunning. Let me say that again, truly stunning. The biggest crowd I ever saw there. The checkout line stretched down to the wine, around past the dairy and beer, around the corner, past the meat, and ended in front of the seafood counter.

Hope this is a leading indicator for a good summer.