ALDI — Local services in Alys Beach

This was our first time shopping here since the change over! Make sure you bring your bags and quarters to get the carts and pack you own bags! The prices are great but you need to show here not with a list but an open mind and just go from there. The store is clean and well stocked. I would recommend giving it a try and you will be back.

Panama City Beach’s first ALDI opened its doors on February 20, 2025, at 23200 Front Beach Road (in a converted Winn‑Dixie location), running daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. .

💵 Value & Selection

ALDI is known for offering high-quality groceries at lower prices. Officials estimate shoppers save about 36% compared to national supermarkets, and families can save nearly $4,000 yearly using ALDI-exclusive brands . The store stocks fresh produce (delivered daily), organic options, and staple pantry items. Shoppers especially praise the cheese, Greek yogurt, frozen seafood, and weekly rotating “Aisle of Shame” deals ().

🎉 Grand Opening Buzz

At its opening, hundreds lined up as early as 4 a.m.—eager for the first 100 “Golden Ticket” gift bags (ALDI samples and a gift card) and a chance to win a $500 gift card sweepstakes .

🛠 Conversion & Footprint

This ALDI is a 22,000 sq ft conversion by White‑Spunner Construction, maintaining the original structure but transforming it into a modern discount grocery layout . It’s part of ALDI’s Southeast expansion plans, converting former Winn‑Dixie stores across Bay County, with another conversion scheduled for West 23rd Street (opening March 6) .

🛍️ Shopping Experience

Expect the signature streamlined ALDI setup—smaller layout, efficient checkout, cart-for-a-quarter system, and fewer brand choices to keep costs low. Reddit users describe a “focused, fast” shopping trip, with standout items like frozen hash browns, specialty ice creams, deli meats, and European-style chocolates .

🌐 Convenience

ALDI offers curbside pickup, grocery delivery options, and a user-friendly weekly ad. It also provides alcohol and beer selections—a convenient addition. In summary, ALDI’s new Panama City Beach location delivers value-packed, efficient grocery shopping in a bright, modern space—perfect for locals and visitors alike who want...

Went for first time a month ago to a newly opened store. Had heard a lot of people had shopped there before in other locations and really liked it. I was not impressed. They have almost all their personal brand. it is cheaper but as someone in the food industry for quite a while I know that quality costs more. I tried several of their branded products and was disappointed. And people need to realize that price is not always comparable without all the facts. To me quality is something im willing to pay for. Buying BOGOs,weekly sale items and 2 for whatever can be an alternative where I can save just as much on and get a better quality product. I’ve done comparative shopping at several stores and found this to be the best way to get the best quality products at the best price. All the stores have access to sales on their apps every week. It doesn’t take long to see who’s got what at what price. I’ve found that looking at the price per ounce is very important when looking at price especially on similar products and brands. Sometimes it may be cheaper and look very similar but you’ll be getting less product in the box. Coupons can also be helpful in keeping prices affordable on better...

So this evening we go into this Aldi for the first time ever. Some weird device wants a quarter we don't carry to let us use a wagon. We skipped it since we only wanted a few items anyway. We get to the register and the and the clerk begins slam dunking our purchases into a shopping cart at the end of the register island like she was playing ncaa hoops. Only after we enquired did the cashier tell us we had to buy our own bag. Then we had to bag it ourselves. This place is rude, and worse...