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About this Trader Joe's
The Palo Alto Trader Joe's is store 207 in the chain. It has its own building in Town & Country Village, so it is easy to spot from the parking lot. The edge of the Stanford campus is just across El Camino Real. Spaces near the store fill quickly at lunch and on weekend afternoons. Weekday mornings are usually the easiest time to find a spot and a short checkout line.
The store page describes a neighborhood grocery store: products under the Trader Joe's label, such as Mandarin Orange Chicken and Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate, sold alongside basics like milk, eggs, meat, bread and fresh produce. The company points in particular to its cheese selection and fresh flowers. This location sells beer, wine and liquor. Not every Trader Joe's carries all three.
What this location offers
- Bakery, cheese, dairy and eggs
- Dips, sauces and dressings
- Fresh prepared foods and frozen foods
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Meat, seafood and plant-based proteins
- Pantry staples, snacks and sweets
- Beverages, including beer, wine and liquor
- Flowers and plants
Shoppers who need a full-service butcher counter, a deli or a wide range of national brands can compare other markets in our groceries and specialty food guide. For organic and prepared foods near downtown, try Whole Foods Market on Emerson Street. Our Town & Country Village guide covers the rest of the center.
Location and getting there
Trader Joe's is at 855 El Camino Real, Suite 140, Palo Alto, CA 94301, in the Town & Country Village area of Palo Alto. Our Town & Country Village guide covers what else is around.
The nearest train stop is the Palo Alto Caltrain station, about 0.5 miles away. That is roughly a 13 minute walk.
Parking: the center's own free surface lots.
Hours
| Every day | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
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Hours from the business's own website, checked October 29, 2026.
What is nearby
- El Merkat Spanish Market, quick-service spot, under 0.1 mi
- Telefèric Barcelona, restaurant, under 0.1 mi
- Hudson Grace, store, under 0.1 mi
- Oren's Hummus Express, quick-service spot, under 0.1 mi
- Manresa Bread, bakery or dessert shop, under 0.1 mi
- Town & Country Village, 0.1 mi
- Stanford Stadium, 0.3 mi
- Heritage Park, 0.4 mi
Other groceries and food shops nearby: Whole Foods Market (0.3 mi); Tea Time (0.5 mi); Nespresso (0.8 mi); Wanpo Tea Shop (0.9 mi). Browse the full groceries and food shops list.
About this listing
Checked October 29, 2026 against Trader Joe's Palo Alto store page; Trader Joe's Palo Alto locations. How our listings work. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Trader Joe's in Palo Alto?
Trader Joe's is at 855 El Camino Real, Suite 140, Palo Alto, CA 94301, in the Town & Country Village area. The nearest Caltrain stop is the Palo Alto Caltrain station, about 0.5 miles away.
Does the Palo Alto Trader Joe's sell alcohol?
Yes. Trader Joe's lists beer, wine and liquor at this store. Bring ID if you plan to buy alcohol.
Does the Palo Alto Trader Joe's sell flowers?
Yes. Trader Joe's highlights fresh flowers at this store, along with its cheese selection.
What are Trader Joe's's hours?
Every day: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m..