Target recently announced they’d be closing a bunch of stores citing “employee and guest” safety. In other words, due to theft and organized crime, it’s not safe, or profitable, to operate these stores anymore. Because this seems to be a growing trend, I figured it was time to keep a running list of all the Target closures so you can track if any stores in your neck-of-the woods are next on the chopping block.

So…Which Target Stores are Closing in 2023

Here is the current list of Target closures.

CALIFORNIA:

• Oakland – Broadway & 27th: 2650 Broadway (closing October 21, 2023)
• Pittsburg – 4301 Century Blvd. (closing October 21, 2023)
• San Francisco – Folsom and 13th St: 1690 Folsom St (closing October 21, 2023)

MINNESOTA:

• Minneapolis – 1300 W Lake St. (Small format store concept) (closed in May 2023)

NEW YORK:

• Harlem – 517 E 117th Street, NY (closing October 21, 2023)

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OREGON:

• Portland Galleria – 939 SW Morrison St (closing October 21, 2023)
• Portland Powell – 3031 SE Powell Blvd (closing October 21, 2023)
• Portland Hollywood – 4030 NE Halsey St (closing October 21, 2023)

PENNSYLVANIA:

• Philadelphia – City Center, 1128 Chestnut Street (closed in May 2023)

WASHINGTON:

• Seattle Area – University Way: 4535 University Way NE (closing October 21, 2023)
• Seattle Area – Ballard: 1448 NW Market St, Ste 100 (closing October 21, 2023)

WASHINGTON D.C. Area:

• College Park – 7501 Baltimore Ave. in College Park, Maryland (closed in May 2023)
• Falls Church – 500 S Washington St. in Falls Church, Virginia (closed in May 2023)

See Also: The Target “Dollar Spot”: Here’s EXACTLY Where It’s Located

What Stores Closed in 2021 and 2022?

The following Target stores shuttered their doors in recent years.

CALIFORNIA:

• Cupertino – 19499 Stevens Creek Blvd. (closed in June 2021)
• San Francisco – 1830 Ocean Ave. (closed in June 2021)

FLORIDA:

• Gainesville – 250 NW 13th St. (Small format store concept) (closed in June 2022)

See Also: Walmart Stores are Closing Too…Here’s the List So Far

Ask the Reader: Do you know of any other Target stores that have closed recently? Let me know in the comments so I can add it to my list.

By Kyle James

Amazon pricing can be REALLY sneaky. There I said it. This is something that I’ve been yelling about for years and over the weekend I discovered a blatant “Bait & Switch” practice that Amazon now employs to lure shoppers into thinking the price is great, only to pull the rug out from underneath us and basically have the low price disappear. Below is the exact scenario that I encountered, along with the response from Amazon, so you can be aware of this new sneaky pricing scam that Amazon is using.

The Bait & Switch Scenario:

My daughter is in college, has a birthday coming up, and has been jonesing for a small ice maker for her dorm room.

So off I go to Amazon and see one for $44.99 with great reviews and I think “I’m all over this one like white on rice”.

I then tap on the ice maker and get taken to the product page and much to my surprise I CAN’T find the $44.99 price anywhere….the price listed is a whopping $89.99.

A HUGE 45 dollar price difference, with the previously mentioned $44.99 price NOWHERE to be found.

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So Off I Go To Amazon Chat…

I typically get good results when starting a live chat with Amazon, especially when I have an issue like not getting my package in 2 days or a return question.

But I was sorely disappointed this time.

The rep started out by telling me that Amazon changes pricing all the time, then she had me add the ice maker to my cart to see if the $44.99 propagated at checkout which of course IT DID NOT.

Then she kept saying I would get lower price when I signed up for the Chase Amazon Visa which I thought was a hilarious spin of the problem. (screenshot below)

Clearly, “Joan” had a hard time understanding my issue and could not give me answers to my questions.

I quickly realized this was getting nowhere, so I bid a fond farewell to Joan, and decided to call Amazon directly.

So I Called Amazon Customer Service…

Like it was 1986, I figured out how to make a phone call to Amazon customer service.

The first person I talked to was of little help so I asked to speak to his supervisor.

I was quickly transferred and FINALLY was able to speak with someone who actually understood my issue.

I explained that this was a clear BAIT & SWITCH and Amazon needed to honor the advertised price of $44.99.

I was pretty hot under the collar by this point as I was close to 30 minutes into this ordeal.

She explains that the $44.99 is the price from one of the 3rd party seller who just happened to be charging $45 for shipping making the price the same as Amazon’s.

The 3rd party sellers (also know as the “Other sellers on Amazon”) link was buried on the product page making for a very confusing situation.

But sure enough, after some searching, I was able to find the 3rd party seller that she was talking about and see where the $44.99 price was originating from.

The Word “from” is Clearly the Problem

Wrongly, Amazon seems fine with using the tiny word “from” on their search results page as it grabs the shoppers attention when they see a low price.

But come on Amazon, don’t put the word “from” right next to the Prime logo as it makes shoppers think they can get that low price with Prime 2-day shipping.

Very deceiving and something that I feel is a clear “bait & switch” that Amazon needs to fix immediately.

At the very least, they should remove the blue Prime logo when it’s a “from” situation to avoid confusion.

See Also: 6 Slick Ways to Score Amazon Prime for Free or Real Cheap

The Solution: Amazon Needs To Be More Transparent

The Amazon rep basically told me that the 3rd party seller was being very deceiving by offering that LOW price but then having incredibly HIGH shipping costs.

I told her that Amazon needed to do something about this and she promised to tell her supervisor about this issue so it could be run up the corporate ladder.

Will anything come of it? Probably not.

But if you notice the same thing, call Amazon at 1-888-280-4331 and voice your concern.

Maybe if enough of us call they will change how the display their pricing in the search results.

How to Avoid This Pricing Scam

I was told that the word “from” appears the most when using the Amazon app and you rarely see it when shopping on the website via your laptop or desktop.

So the BEST WAY to avoid this scam is to NOT shop via the Amazon app but instead to shop directly through Amazon.com.

Also, keep a sharp eye out for the word “from” and know that it means the price you’re being shown is NOT going to be the actual amount you pay and typically won’t include 2-day Prime shipping. 

Ask the Reader: Have you ever noticed this very sneaky pricing scheme that Amazon does? Do you remember what the product and price was? Let me know in the comments, thanks.

By Kyle James

There’s nothing quite like enjoying your favorite tacos at a discount. Taco Tuesdays provide the perfect excuse to feast on delicious tacos without having to necessarily feel guilty about splurging on going out to eat on a weekday. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a few tacos for less, or score a free side or beverage with your meal, there are all sorts of Taco Tuesday specials available. Not to mention, you may be surprised to learn that many restaurants also offer special deals on Tuesdays that aren’t just taco related. From free pizzas to discounts on seafood dinners, and more, there are endless possibilities to save big at your favorite restaurants on Tuesdays.

Which National Chains Offer Taco Tuesday Specials?

Many restaurants offer Taco Tuesday specials every week, here’s a go-to list so you can get your taco-fix for cheap.

Acapulco Restaurant & Cantina

From 3 pm to close you’ll score $3 made-to-order tacos every Tuesday.

You can also get drunk on $4 drink specials if you so desire.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s

While two tacos can cost upwards of 12 bucks, get two tacos for just $7.99 on Tuesdays.

Chevy’s

Chevy’s offers you the chance to build your own taco for just $3 per taco.

This Taco Tuesday special runs from 3 pm to close, offering customers a significant discount on tacos that are normally $7 each.

Del Taco

Every Tuesday from 3 to 11 pm, at Del Taco you can get 3 regular-priced tacos for $1.69.

At that price, you’re basically losing money if you don’t hit them up next Tuesday.

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On the Border

Enjoy beef, chicken, or veggie tacos for just $2 each on Tuesdays at On the Border.

Normally these tacos are $4 and up, so you can save big on this special.

Rubio’s

Enjoy discounted tacos every Tuesday at Rubio’s Coastal Grill.

Rubio’s popular fish tacos are just $1.99 on Tuesdays.

Tijuana Flats

Two tacos at Tijuana Flats typically cost upwards of 10 bucks, without any extra drink or side.

But, not on Tuesdays.

Instead you’ll enjoy two tacos, chips, and a drink for only $7.99 every single Tuesday.

El Torito

Save on El Torito’s $3 taco specials any Tuesday from 3 pm to 10 pm.

What About “Non-Taco Restaurant” Specials on Tuesday?

Tacos aren’t the only discounted food item you can enjoy on Tuesdays.

Whether you don’t like tacos or are simply looking to mix it up, here’s a list of some popular chains that offer great Tuesday restaurant deals that are non-taco related:

Bertucci’s

If Italian food is more your fancy, Bertucci’s on Tuesdays offers a buy one get one free pizza deal so you can enjoy more pizza for less.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings offers a buy one, get one 50% off on wings on Tuesday.

See Also: The 15 Best Employee Discounts at Restaurants

Panera Bread

Get a Baker’s Dozen at Panera Bread for half price– which is 13 bagels for just $9.49.

Red Lobster

Red Lobster has a couple of Tuesday restaurant deals.

1. Get a free kids’ meal as long as you purchase an adult entrée any Tuesday.

2. Get their Two for Tuesday deal for just $59.99. This means you get either two lobster, shrimp, or salmon feasts, with your choice of two sides each, for just 60 bucks.

Bar Louie

Bar Louie offers half-price burgers on Tuesdays.

Customers get to choose what burger they’d like plus have a choice of potato tots or fries for about $6 total.

Ruby Tuesday

On Tuesdays at Ruby Tuesdays, you can get a cheeseburger or select sandwiches for just $6.49 all day long.

BJ’s Restaurants

On Tuesdays you can get half off wine at any BJ’s restaurant.

Plus, you can get $4 Pizookies, which are BJ’s famous cookie dessert to treat yourself to something sweet.

Ask the Reader: Do you know of any other national Taco Tuesday specials that I’m missing?

By Kyle James

Photo credit to Gareth Simpson.