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Kroger has a 2.3 star rating from 467 reviews; 39% would recommend. Overall sentiment is mostly dissatisfied with repeated customer service issues and product quality concerns.

Key Takeaways for Future Customers

  • Check expiration dates and inspect produce; several Kroger reviews cite out‑of‑date or spoiled items.
  • Monitor receipts, digital coupons, and fuel points at checkout to avoid pricing and rewards errors.
  • Expect slow or inconsistent resolutions for refunds and pickup or online orders.

Negative Feedback / Risk Areas

  • Frequent customer complaints about poor customer service and management responsiveness.
  • Recurring issues with refunds, billing disputes, and missing fuel points.
  • Problems with online shopping, pickup orders, and pharmacy privacy or staff conduct.

Positive Feedback

Customers appreciate convenient locations, store layout, and occasional helpful staff who resolve issues like points transfers.

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Mark F 142857

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Bad response.......

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AI Highlights
  • - Staff refused the request to use the ladies' restroom.
  • - Customer says they hurt themselves waiting and will not return due to loyalty treatment.
Original review updated Sep 08, 2026

On Friday I went to your Branch Hill Guinea Pike store to use the toilet in your men's room which was occupied. I'm a senior citizen.

I went to your customer service desk and asked the young blond female rep if I could use the ladies rm which was unoccupied. She said no.

While waiting I soiled myself. I will never use this Kroger again if this is how you treat your loyalty customers.

Pros:
  • Usually good customer service
Cons:
  • Customer service rep didnt look happy

Preferred solution: Apology

User's recommendation: Don't go there .....

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Cyndi W Onc

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| map-marker Colorado Springs, Colorado

I have a complaint about a driver. On...

AI Highlights
  • - A driver pulled out from Majestic Drive onto Flying W Ranch Road in Colorado Springs, forcing me to brake and swerve; plate DJC V71.
Kroger - I have a complaint about a driver. On...
Updated by user Aug 19, 2026

None except report an unsafe driver

Original review Aug 04, 2026
I have a complaint about a driver. On Wednesday, July 29 at 7:24 pm one of your drivers pulled out from a neighborhood street on to a main road in front of me without stopping, looking, or yielding.

In order to avoid hitting him, I had to change lanes to the middle turn lane and swerve around him. He didnt have a care in the world. I let him pass me so I could see his plates, {{Redacted}}.

This occurred when he pulled out of majestic drive on to Flying W Ranch road, Colorado Springs. Im always alert for deer in this area in the evenings so good thing I was looking on both side sides of the road and saw him pull out.

Preferred solution: Driver reprimanded or fired if he has an unsafe driving record

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Bunm O

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| map-marker Memphis, Tennessee

So I went to [GEOGRAPHIC_DATA] on 2835...

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AI Highlights
  • - Gas pump stopped at $13.50; cashier insulted me.
  • - Manager was nonchalant when I complained.
  • - Spinach was expired on display; no spinach available.
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So I went to [GEOGRAPHIC_DATA] on [STREET_ADDRESS][PERSON_NAME] With phone number [PHONE_NUMBER].

I gave the male cashier $19.50.

I reiterated $19.50 on pump 10.

It checked the money out and ask me to put my loyalty number. Which I did.

As I was pumping the gas ;it stopped at $13.50.

I went to him to ask why.

He schooled and insulted me that next time I should stay to make sure he counted. Which he did. And he flung $5 to me that I will do it this time. Because I insisted he calls the manager so they can count the Register down to see who is telling the truth.

He never opened the Register-He flunked $5 to me and still pocketed $1. What an insult upon injury. I called to speak to the manager. All he said was that he understood my frustration.

He had a nonchalant attitude as a manager. He sounded sleepy. I was super disappointed. Considering that 6years ago when I bought my car up till today I have only use Kroger fuel in my car.

I went to [GEOGRAPHIC_DATA] in Hacks cross to complete my gas purchase.

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The produce guy in a Saturday said he has no spinach and he will be ordering for Monday. But had the expired spinach on display.

Preferred solution: Apology

User's recommendation: Get ready for insults , and expired vegetables

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paula m Spk

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| map-marker Salem, Indiana

Bought a can of your asparagus. it was...

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Kroger - Bought a can of your asparagus. it was...

Bought a can of your asparagus. It was all stem bottoms.

Who got the good stuff?

It tasted horrible as well. Should be ashamed.

Loss:
$2

Preferred solution: better merchandise

User's recommendation: don't buy the canned asparagus

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Alexia B Ngi

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| map-marker Phoenix, Arizona

I bought the Kroger brand butter...

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AI Highlights
  • - Found blue plastic shards in multiple Kroger brand butter biscuits after cooking.
  • - Concerned about safety and potential ingestion; very disappointed.
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I bought the Kroger brand butter biscuits and found blue pieces of plastic shards in my biscuits after cooking. Its not just one, theres multiple tiny little shards throughout the biscuits.

Highly disappointed. I picked one out thinking it was from the packaging only to find a bunch in one of the biscuits!

I found it towards the end so I hope I didnt eat any myself. Disgusted.

Loss:
$4

Preferred solution: Refund, apology, all the above.

User's recommendation: Make your own biscuits or very clearly examine store bought ones

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PATRICIA B Mrz

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Out dated items

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AI Highlights
  • - Sale items seem near expiration or unavailable.
  • - Cottage cheese sale had a past date; eat soon after opening.
  • - Digital coupons are confusing.

Why when Kroger's has some items on sale it's about outdated or close to being outdated? Not to mention they might not even have the items.

When I went today to get some groceries and the Kroger's brand cottage cheese was on sale, the kind I like, some had a best buy date of August 26 and it's September 4th today. Yes, you could still eat it, but after you open it, you need to eat it right away, no longer than a week. But I'm one person. It seems like a lot of things they have on sale they are trying to get rid of and stick you with them.

Plus, not to mention the games they play with their digital coupons; buy 3, 4, or 5 items and get $1, $2 off each item. Sometimes it's almost impossible to figure that out. I'm trying to wean myself from shopping there, but it's hard because of the fuel points. I usually get $1 off gas each month that helps.

If they didn't have the fuel stations, I think they would lose a third or more of their business. Maybe it's just me, or it's always the items I need.

Pros:
  • Some what sales and fuel points
Cons:
  • Cost us money
  • Outdated items

Preferred solution: Really nothing now but they need to rotate there items better and quite playing games with their ad's especially digital coupons. I have no problem going back to customer service desk if I louse any money.

User's recommendation: Starting look at your expiration dates or best by dates. And check your receipt out and see what they took you for.

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tiffany Leslie

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Still missing My $42.11 completely unacceptable

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AI Highlights
  • - Out $42.11 due to Kroger's mistake and still waiting for a refund.
  • - Customer service has not resolved the refund; processing time is long.
Kroger - Still missing My $42.11 completely unacceptable
Updated by user May 16, 2026

didn't give me my money back

Original review May 16, 2026
I normally don't leave reviews, but this situation has pushed me to it. I'm currently out $42.11 and after multiple attempts to get this resolved, I'm no closer to a refund than I was on day one.

I've spoken with customer service, followed every instruction they gave me, waited through the processing time, and somehow I'm still the one chasing them for money that should've been returned immediately. At this point, I feel like I'm repeating myself to people who aren't actually listening. What frustrates me most is the lack of urgency. This isn't a complicated issue; it's a refund for a mistake Kroger made.

Yet every interaction feels like I'm being brushed off or told to wait a little longer, while my $42.11 just floats in limbo. For a company this large, this level of disorganization is honestly embarrassing.

I shouldn't have to work this hard to get back money that never should've been taken from me in the first place. I really hope someone at Kroger sees this and realizes how ridiculous this process has become, because customers deserve better than this and Kroger isn't the only company that has ignored a refund; it's Meta Quest too.
Loss:
$42

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: If you do choose to shop/delivery here double‑check every charge keep every receipt and be prepared for a slow and frustrating process if something goes wrong

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David T Xvh

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| map-marker Chicago, Illinois

Saturday I was treated disrespectful,...

AI Highlights
  • - Disrespectful, unprofessional service at drive-up window.
  • - Prescription not provided after paying; staff blocked disposal of a plate.

Saturday I was treated disrespectfully, totally unprofessionally, rudely, and bordering on criminal by Julie and Amy at the pharmacy drive-up window, 511 West Calumet Street, Appleton, WI. I put my money and a paper plate with a fork and small plastic container in the tray and asked Julie to throw the plate away.

She took the money and said she would not throw the items away (rudely). I said I can see a waste basket right behind her; again, she said no and left it in the tray. She had my money and prescriptions bagged up and said she would not give me my prescription until I removed the plate. This is where the criminal part comes in— not giving me my prescriptions that I paid for.

Then this large, intimidating Amy picked up the phone and said we are not going to throw that away for you. I was then told to go to the front of the store; there's a receptacle there. I've been disabled since the 1990s; it's hard for me to get around. Actions need to be taken.

Scannable ID number 920-734-****, date 08/22/26, time 12:04 PM.

My perks card number is 482********. Thank you.

User's recommendation: Julie and Amy are unpleasant and disrespectful at pick n save pharmacy Appleton wi

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Cynthia B Nsw

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| map-marker Pinckney, Michigan

Have been a long-time customer of...

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AI Highlights
  • - Desk often unstaffed after 8 am; staff ignore customers; bottle machines down; pharmacy service declined.

I have been a long-time customer of Kroger. I'm 65 and have neuropathy and degenerative disc disease. I do not require assistance yet but have been in a lot of pain for the past 20 years. Your store located at Chilson Commons #721 in Pinckney, Michigan, needs a lot of help with customer service issues. I have repeatedly been told that customer service opens at 8:00 AM, only to continually find no one available at that desk. When I have to walk back and forth twice to get someone to acknowledge that no one is there, it is totally ridiculous. Especially when I see Kurt, the store manager, walk right by the desk and ignore me. The bottle machines are either totally down or not updated with the products you sell as well. Also, the other manager acts like he is going out of his way to wait on anyone and is consistently rude to both customers and staff.

The pharmacy is another issue as well. Since you expanded, there is no longer any customer service.

We used to use you exclusively but no longer, as no one can contact the consumer about drugs not being available or check your other locations. I guess I don't know what excuse there is for that one.

At this point, it is almost not worth my time to just shop at your competition, Busch's. I'm not the only one who is saying the same things and have heard it from other patrons, neighbors, and just in general conversation.

Sure, I hope someone actually cares and will look into this.

Pros:
  • Convenience
Cons:
  • Poor customer service

Preferred solution: Better customer service and get the bottle machines up and running with correct products

User's recommendation: Don't use this Krogers

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2 comments
Guest

Stop showing up at 8 am.

Guest

I think Kurt is going to be thrilled to see the back of you!

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Sadia K Lcu

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| map-marker Richmond, Virginia

Dear Kroger Customer Service, I am...

AI Highlights
  • - The customer left 9 items at Store #511 and visited in person.
  • - They seek an ETA for locating and releasing the items, and a status update.

Dear Kroger Customer Service,

I am writing regarding a purchase I made at your store #511, located at 901 N Lombardy St.

Yesterday, August 29, at approximately 7:44 PM, I made a purchase containing several items. Unfortunately, I accidentally left 9 items at the store. I have already visited the store to inquire about and collect the items.

Could you please let me know how long it may take for the items to be located and made available for collection? I would appreciate an update regarding the status of my request.

Thank you for your assistance. I look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,

Sadia Khanom

Pros:
  • Are very helpful
Cons:
  • Nothing to say

Preferred solution: Deliver product or service ordered

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Pam or Tom J
map-marker Galveston, Texas

Fuel points not given

AI Highlights
  • - On hold six minutes with an automated system, then disconnected.
  • - Bought 154.48; earned 133 points; alcohol purchase reduced points.
Kroger - Fuel points not given

Well so far I have talked to your automated lady who connected me to your phone where I was put on hold for six minutes and then hung up on. All this because I did not get the fuel points for my purchase today.

I purchased 154.48 and got 133 points not four times the points which I had clipped. I just want the rest of the points.

I deserve for shopping on Friday. The reason I only got 133 points was because I had purchased some alcohol.

Pros:
  • Can get my groceries and prescriptions at the same time
Cons:
  • You should have only one gas coupon for customers

Preferred solution: The rest of my fuel points 399

User's recommendation: Make sure you get your points before you leave the store.

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Keke K Fos

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Possible product quality concerns dismissed by Kroger

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AI Highlights
  • - Beverages had unusual taste and odor; staff refused to help.
  • - Kroger advised returns elsewhere; Coca-Cola opened an investigation.

When I believed I had purchased beverages with an unusual taste and odor, I immediately tried to report the issue to 1232 S. Hairston Road, Stone Mountain, GA, my local Kroger, with the products and my receipt.

Instead of assisting me, employees repeatedly refused to help and told me to return to the original store. Kroger Corporate later told me I should have been able to return the products at another Kroger location. Since then, Coca-Cola has opened an investigation into the products, but Kroger has still not addressed the way I was treated by store employees and management. My concern is that customers reporting possible product quality issues should be taken seriously, not dismissed.

I hope Kroger reviews this incident, provides additional customer service training if needed, and responds to my complaint instead of ignoring it like I'm not a loyal customer after years of spending money. I've also sent many emails and put in many complaints with organizations as well as Kroger's customer relations, and there has been no acknowledgment.

Pros:
  • Some location are good but the s hairston in stone mountain can do a lot better for their customers needs
Cons:
  • Need customer support training

Preferred solution: Contact me with a solution

User's recommendation: Respect goes both ways. Complain as long as it take as a loyal customer spending your money supporting as business your needs should be taken seriously. If we the customer do wrong they will have us locked away but business needs be customer service support

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tiffany Leslie

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Lost $42.11 kroger feel's like a scam.

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AI Highlights
  • - Lost $42.11; refund promised in 3-5 days but not received.
  • - Eggs broken and milk leaked; no updates or resolution from management.
Lost $42.11 kroger feel's like a scam.
Updated by user May 16, 2026

nothing. yet.

Original review May 16, 2026

I lost $42.11 and was told by the manager that my refund would be processed in 3-5 business days. That time has long passed, and I still haven't received anything.

I contacted them again, and once again got no help at all. No updates, no solutions. It's frustrating and unprofessional to make customers chase down their own money. Kroger needs to take responsibility and actually resolve issues instead of brushing people off.

I guess on the good side the manager said something, but that's about it. Also, eggs were broken and milk was leaking.

Loss:
$42

User's recommendation: Be prepared for zero refunds if something goes wrong.

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Nancy G Npn

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Verified Reviewer
| map-marker Henderson, Nevada

Hello, I'm really not a 'pissed...

AI Highlights
  • - Prefers Kroger tissues but switched to Puffs.
  • - Tissues dispense more than one; they want one-at-a-time.
  • - Could not attach a photo in this format.
Kroger - Hello, I'm really not a 'pissed...

Hello,

I'm really not a 'pissed consumer' since I prefer buying Kroger brands, but want to bring this to your attention.

[PERSON_NAME] was my "go-to" in [GEOGRAPHIC_DATA] and [GEOGRAPHIC_DATA], [GEOGRAPHIC_DATA]. Now I'm in [GEOGRAPHIC_DATA] and [PERSON_NAME] is awesome!

I've been using Kroger tissues but have now switched to Puffs or Kleenex. Why? When I need a tissue, I need ONE tissue. Lately Kroger tissue boxes never stop at one ...

I get three, sometimes four, etc. etc.

etc. Wanted to send you a photo showing same, but looks like you don't have a way for me to attach on this message format.

Anyway, please try to improve scoring method of tissues so they easily disperse one at a time.

Thanks!

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tiffany Leslie

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Verified Reviewer

Still no refund. this time it's not meta although meta still hasn't refunded my bank

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AI Highlights
  • - Refund of $42.11 promised in 3-5 days, no follow-up.
  • - Time passed with no refund or updates; eggs were broken and milk leaked.
Kroger - Still no refund. this time it's not meta although meta still hasn't refunded my...
Original review updated May 14, 2026

I lost $42.11 and was told by the manager that my refund would be processed in 3-5 business days. That time has long passed, and I still haven't received anything.

I contacted them again, and once again got no help at all. No updates, no solutions

It's frustrating and unprofessional to make customers chase down their own money.

Kroger needs to take responsibility and actually resolve issues instead of brushing people off. I guess on the good side the manager said something but that's about it Facepalm also EGGS WERE BROKEN milk was LEAKING

Loss:
$42

User's recommendation: Be prepared for zero refunds if something goes wrong.

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Renee M Ead

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| map-marker Portsmouth, Virginia

Brought Kroger brand bacon this week...

Brought Kroger brand bacon this week and noticed a couple days later after eating a couple peices, the meat had a strong odor to it and was slimey. Ended up throwing the package away.

I don't have the ticket as to the exact date but

wanted it to be known. Is there a deduction off my bill from next time I make a purchase?

User's recommendation: Check the date on whatever item you buy

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Summary

The Kroger Company is an American company. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Kroger Company is a publicly held company. At the present time, The Kroger Company is recognized as one of the leading grocery retailers in the United States. The company sells bakery, dairy, deli, frozen foods, general grocery, meat, pharmacy, produce, seafood, snacks, liquor, and so much more. The Kroger Company operates a huge number of grocery stores, multi-department stores, price-impact stores, convenience stores, and mall jewelry stores. The Kroger Company operates under a number of banners.

The Kroger Company is considered to be one of the fastest growing grocery retailers in the country.

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Kroger is ranked 89 out of 1262 in Supermarkets and Malls category

Official Company Name

The Kroger Company

Owner

Rodney McMullen

Founded

1883

Type of Business

Online, Offline

Area Served

USA, Asia

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