No. Trader Joe’s doesn’t offer delivery or curbside pickup, and its own FAQ says it doesn’t work with third-party delivery services like Instacart or Dumpling. What does work is paying a personal shopper to buy your list in a store, for example through TaskRabbit. Trader Joe’s also says it has no authorized online sales, so anything you find for sale online isn’t coming from the company.
The Trader Joe’s policies in this article were checked against that FAQ on November 12, 2026.
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Does Trader Joe’s deliver?
Not today. Trader Joe’s says it doesn’t sell online at all, gift cards included, and that it doesn’t offer curbside pickup or delivery. You can only buy its products in its stores.
It did deliver once, in one city. Trader Joe’s ran a grocery delivery service in New York City for years and ended it on March 1, 2019. A company spokesperson told Business Insider the company did not want to pass on “unsustainable cost increases” to customers, and that it had no plans to bring delivery to other markets. So if you’ve heard that Trader Joe’s “used to deliver,” that’s where it comes from. It was one city, and it stopped. Today reported the same statement.
Is Trader Joe’s on DoorDash, Instacart, or Uber Eats?
Trader Joe’s says no. The company says it doesn’t work with third-party delivery services and doesn’t do business through third-party sites or apps. If a delivery app shows you a store that looks like Trader Joe’s, that listing is not a Trader Joe’s partnership.
Instacart
Trader Joe’s names Instacart and Dumpling in its FAQ as services it does not work with, because those services “can’t match our outstanding in-store value and shopping experience.” If you want to use Instacart for other stores, our guide to free delivery on Instacart covers how to cut the fees.
DoorDash
DoorDash isn’t named in the FAQ, but it falls under the same statement about third-party delivery services. So ordering Trader Joe’s through DoorDash is not something the company supports. If you use DoorDash for other stores, what DashPass costs and when it pays off is worth a look.
Uber Eats
Uber Eats is covered by the same statement. Trader Joe’s doesn’t partner with delivery apps, so there’s no official Trader Joe’s ordering through Uber Eats.
Ways to get Trader Joe’s groceries brought to you
These options all work the same way. Someone else goes into a store, buys what’s on your list, and brings it to you. None of them involve Trader Joe’s itself, and the prices, fees and rules come from whoever you hire. They’re listed from the most reliable to the least.
Hire a personal shopper on TaskRabbit
TaskRabbit is the cleanest way to do it. Its grocery delivery page describes a local Tasker who takes your list, shops at the stores you choose and delivers to your door, with same-day delivery available. You describe the task, browse Taskers by skills, reviews and price, and chat to confirm the details.
A few things to know before you book:
- Taskers set their own hourly rates, and you see the rate before you book. The rate doesn’t include the cost of the groceries.
- Your Tasker can pay at the register and add the cost to the invoice with a receipt. TaskRabbit’s expense policy sets a $100 limit on expenses for most task categories. For a bigger shop, you can prepay for items and have the Tasker deliver them.
- Reimburse through the invoice and never in cash. TaskRabbit says it’s cashless and that tipping is optional.
- Be specific. TaskRabbit’s own tips for booking a grocery task are to send a photo of your list and say exactly which substitutions are okay. It also suggests using the store’s address as the starting point.
TaskRabbit’s page says to arrange beforehand how to handle temperature-sensitive items, so agree on how cold and frozen items get to you before the Tasker goes in.
Post a job on Craigslist, with caution
You can post a request on Craigslist, but it’s the riskiest option on this list because you’d be handing a stranger your list and probably your money. Craigslist’s own advice is to deal locally and face-to-face. It says not to pay before meeting in person, and that requests to wire money, pay with gift cards or deposit a cashier’s check are scams. It also says not to give out bank details or personal information.
For meeting someone, Craigslist advises using a public meeting place, not inviting strangers into your home, telling a friend where you’re going and trusting your instincts. If a shopper asks for money upfront before they’ve met you, walk away. If any of that sounds like too much trouble for a grocery run, TaskRabbit is the better choice.
Amazon, eBay and other resellers
Trader Joe’s says there are no authorized online sales of its products, and that if you see them for sale online, you’ll know right away that you’re not buying from Trader Joe’s. A reseller’s listing is the seller’s product at the seller’s price, and Trader Joe’s doesn’t vouch for it. The price is whatever the seller sets, so check the seller’s reviews and the expiration date before you order.
Skip anything that needs to stay cold or frozen, since you can’t know how it was stored or shipped. Trader Joe’s also says that organizations using its name for online coupon, discount or gift card offers are not Trader Joe’s. Its gift cards are physical only and sold in its stores, with no printable or digital versions.
Why doesn’t Trader Joe’s offer delivery?
The company’s answer is that third-party services “can’t match our outstanding in-store value and shopping experience.” The FAQ adds that after considering the options, the company is “still just big ‘ole fans of the neighborhood grocery store.”
When it ended New York City delivery in 2019, its spokesperson pointed to cost, and said removing delivery lets it keep prices low and make better use of store space.
Trader Joe’s delivery FAQ
Does Trader Joe’s deliver?
No. Trader Joe’s doesn’t offer delivery, and it doesn’t sell online. The only delivery service it ever ran was in New York City, and it ended on March 1, 2019.
Does Trader Joe’s have curbside pickup?
No. Its FAQ says Trader Joe’s doesn’t offer curbside pickup or delivery. If you want someone else to pick up your groceries, a personal shopper can go into the store for you.
Is Trader Joe’s on Instacart?
No. Trader Joe’s says it doesn’t work with Instacart or Dumpling, or with other third-party delivery services.
Can you DoorDash Trader Joe’s?
Trader Joe’s says it doesn’t work with third-party delivery services, so DoorDash isn’t an official way to get Trader Joe’s groceries. Any listing you see isn’t a Trader Joe’s partnership.
Is Trader Joe’s on Uber Eats?
No, not as a partner. The company says it doesn’t engage in business through third-party sites or apps, and that covers Uber Eats.
Can I order Trader Joe’s online?
No. Trader Joe’s says it has no online sales and no authorized online sellers. Any website or marketplace selling its products is a reseller, not the company.
Should you tip a personal shopper who shops at Trader Joe’s?
It depends on the service. On TaskRabbit, tipping is optional and you pay by card in the app. With an independent shopper you find yourself, ask how they handle payment and tips before you order.
What payment does Trader Joe’s accept in stores?
Its FAQ lists mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay), credit and debit cards, cash, personal checks up to $150, EBT cards and Trader Joe’s gift cards. Delivery apps handle payment differently, so see which food delivery apps accept cash.
What if there’s no Trader Joe’s near me?
Every option above needs a store close enough for someone to shop there. Check the Stores page on Trader Joe’s website for your area. Stores are generally open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day, with some exceptions, so verify your store’s hours there before you book a shopper.
Conclusion
Trader Joe’s doesn’t deliver, and it says it doesn’t work with delivery services. If you want its groceries at home, the most reliable way is to hire a personal shopper through TaskRabbit. Craigslist needs real caution, and resellers are the last resort.
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