Texans know that H-E-B is the best grocery store in America.The chain has been providing a superior shopping experience for much longer than Whole Foods.
From gourmet in-store samples, to awesome packaging, we chose a few reasons that H-E-B is amazing.
*1. Produce section. *
The produce section at H-E-B boasts more than 900 items. The gorgeous fruits and vegetables are known to be fresh and impeccably stacked.
Also, you can weigh and label your own produce for faster check-out.
*2. Clever packaging. *
The brand has fun with its private-label items.
Take this barcode on hot sauce:
*3. Beer and wine selection. *
H-E-B has an extensive selection of traditional, craft, and Texas brews. You can even take individual beers and craft your own 6-pack.
Wine fans also rave about the awesome variety at reasonable prices.
*4. Whataburger products. *
H-E-B carries snack products and condiments from the beloved Texas fast food chain.
*5. Texas-shaped tortilla chips. *
Only H-E-B makes awesome tortilla chips shaped like your home state.
*6. Great customer service. *
H-E-B is highly-ranked as a place to work, thanks to great benefits and a strong company culture. Many customers write that customer service there is superior compared with other grocery chains.
*7. Funny promotions. *
The brand often has a sense of humor with promotions, as one Reddit user pointed out.
*8. Cafe On The Run. *
The store's prepared foods section puts others to shame, featuring creative salads and artisanal sandwiches.
And of course, the store sells barbecue.
*9. Live chefs who prepare free samples. *
The grocery's "Cooking Connection" program has personal chefs preparing items for customers to sample. You can also get recipes that use H-E-B items.
*10. Coffee Shops. *
Many H-E-B stores feature full-service coffee shops, in case you need a latte to power through a shopping trip.
*11. Products inspired by Texas movies. *
For instance, these "True Grits."
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*12. Make-your-own pizzas. *
The chain is famous for its build-your-own pizzas, featuring ingredients from Italy.
You can enjoy the pizza in stores, or take it home in a box.
*13. Surprise finds. *
Here's a block of Wisconsin cheese fashioned into a cowboy boot.
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