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CLOSED. Giveaway: $50 Gift Card to Safeway Family Stores

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The winner was Tami (tamtam…)!!! Don’t worry I have another one coming soon so you have another shot to win!

If you shop at any of the Safeway Family stores- you might be interested in the grocery delivery service they provide.

I got the chance to check out the service last week and I will share my experience.  You can also enter to win a $50 gift card to check out the service for yourself!

I have to say I really love this idea.  I mean honestly- the time it takes to get to the store, sort your coupons, plan your trip, get everything and bring it home- not fun for anyone.  If you have to take the kids along as well it can be downright painful sometimes.

So I already posted my Safeway.com purchases- my total was almost exactly $40 and I got the following items:

::16lbs boneless, skinless chicken
::3.6 lbs Pork Sirloin
::3.5lbs Grapes
::4 Hormel Chilli
::1 Frozen Spinach
::1 Organic Iced Tea

So not too bad! I placed my order around 11pm and I was able to select a time for the very next day to have it delivered! They offered 2 hour windows and the driver arrived about 20 minutes into my window. He unloaded everything- put it right in my kitchen and was gone in about 5 minutes.

PROS: I found the quality of the produce and meat they gave me excellent. All my items arrived just as I ordered and they were at the correct temperatures.
I think this service is spectacularly helpful on weeks when you just can’t do it all. I would absolutely use this service again- especially when Safeway has great prices on meats and produce.  One other issue is that it is extremely hot here.  So if I want to stock up on produce and meat or frozen goods I have to really hurry home.  The Safeway trucks will deliver everything perfectly fresh for you.

CONS: I did find a few cons to the service. The most obvious is that you can’t use coupons. They do frequently offer promo codes and that is very helpful. In my case- I paid $7.96 per bag of chicken. I could have used a $1 off coupon in store to make each bag $6.96 (or $1.74/lb). I used a promo code instead for $10/50 which I believe more than offset the difference. I found many items were more expensive online than in store-for example the pork was $2.49 online and in store it is $1.99.  If you factor the extra $1.50 I spent on pork and the (4) $1 coupons I did not use for the chicken- I still came out way ahead by using the promo code.   You do need to spend $50 to get free delivery- otherwise it is pretty expensive. The last issue I had, was that I would have loved to do my order on my phone- I think an app to enable ordering from your phone would make it even more convenient.

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So that was my experience with Safeway delivery!  It looks like Safeway, Vons and Genuardis all offer this delivery service.  To check it out for yourself:

::Just head over to Safeway, Vons or Genuardis and select Grocery Delivery on the left side

::Enter your zip code to determine if they deliver to your specific area
::You can enter specific items or shop by aisle
:: You need to spend $50 for free delivery and you can only get the free delivery on your first order.  I believe you need to spend $150 for subsequent orders or pay the service charge.
::Enter promo code: EASY7 for free delivery
::Then enter promo code: FRUGAL for $7 off your first order.  (Once you register they will send you other offers.  That is how I got the $10 off code.)

And now the best part! I have one gift card for a lucky reader! This card can be used in store or online and is for any of the family of stores.

You get 4 chances to enter and I will randomly select a winner on Sunday at 5pm PST. Please be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry- if you are reading this from a newsletter or reader just CLICK HERE to enter.

1. Let me know if you have used the delivery service and what your thoughts are about it? Are you interested in checking it out?
2. Subscribe to my newsletter or let me know you do!
3. Like me on Facebook or let me know you do!
4. Follow me on Twitter or let me know you do!

So that is it! Due to time constraints I can not accept any entries via email, twitter, or Facebook.

GOOD LUCK!

*Disclosure: Safeway provided me with a gift card to check out the delivery service and a gift card for you guys. Thanks Safeway!

Comments

  4. tausha says

    never used the service!! be interested to TRY it out though! how NICE would that be to have foood at your DOOR?! 🙂 HA!!!

  8. Peggy says

    I used the delivery service when I was on bedrest. Loved the service, but hate that I can’t use coupons.

  9. Michelle says

    I haven’t used the delivery service, but with 3 1/2 yr old twins and a newborn I think I should, soon!

  15. Elizabeth says

    I have not used the delivery service. I usually make several trips for small purchases and so it doesn’t really work to do one big order for my small family (me & my daughter).

  17. Lauren says

    I’ve never used a delivery service before but with an ADHD 3 year old and a screamy 6 month old, I would LOVE it!!!!!!!! It’s always hot here too (29 palms CA) so I hear you on rushing home. I would love to try it please 🙂

  18. Rachelle R says

    never thought about using delivery service for safeway, but looks like you had a good experience with it!

  20. Katie says

    I used the service when I was pregnant, and it was a lifesaver. It’s especially great when you are buying a lot of heavy things- I love that they bring it to your kitchen counter!

  24. Michelle says

    I haven’t used Safeway’s delivery service, but it would be nice to be able to come home and have my shopping done. We already get a CSA delivery once a week and I LOVE that.

    I like you on facebook and subscribe to your newsletter.

  29. sheila says

    Hi Charlene! I have used Safeway delivery – MANY times. This was pre-coupon days, when I spent over $100 at the store per trip and no coupons (so I always qualified for free delivery) and so it was way worth it.

  34. Lisa G. says

    I would love to try out this service. The heat is unbearable here in Texas right now and this would be so convenient.

  36. Judith says

    I think delivery to your door will be ready helpful to use right after you have a baby…those are the hardest days…I have never done it before but I would definitely keep it on mind for using during the most busiest days…
    I already like you on Facebook…

  37. Tami says

    I used the delivery service once. It was cheaper than going into the store to buy my items because of all the codes that were out. It was really nice to not have to go in and the service was great!

  41. Carrie hart says

    Hi! I have never used the delivery service but think it is a great idea.

  45. Kerry says

    I have not had my groceries delivered but would love to try it! Like you were saying, it sounds very nice for those busy weeks!
    I subscribe to your newsletter and follow on facebook & twitter!

  46. Jeanette says

    I would love to have my groceries delivered. It isn’t available in my area though.