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as far as chains go, i dig target, in & out, and costco (not just cuz they're paying my bills at the moment).
target is all about the aesthetics. they work hard to produce a specific "brand" that people identify with target. the way the store is laid out, the various signage used to indicate the departments and the product, and the uniform appearance of the employees are all specifically done to enhance that image and create a comfortable shopping atmosphere. worked there seasonally a few years back. money sucked but it was a good place to work.
in & out and quality go hand-in-hand. one of the few places where there's no doubt that everything they hand you on a tray is fresh, tasty, and correct. they take care of their employees and give the customer what they want, good food at a decent price. i'll miss these guys when i move.
costco holds a special place in my heart because i'm working there right now. i've seen the place from teh inside out and just love it. beyond the samples, i look at the price and am always amazed that we have all of the best gear for amazing prices. i'm not gonna pitch my schlock, but i honestly beleive that if i shop retail for any major appliances/electronics, i'll never shop anywhere else but costco.
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