LIVE BLOG: Sights & Sounds from Lidl's Grand Opening

At 8 a.m. this morning, German retailer Lidl opened its first 10 U.S. stores...and photos, video, and feedback are already rolling in from our agents.

Check this post throughout the day for the latest sights and sounds from all 10 Lidl stores!

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Thursday, June 15 4:37pm

Alright folks, that's a wrap!

Today, Field Agent collected more than 150 photos across all 10 of Lidl's new U.S. stores. We also captured 70 shopper videos. Scroll down to see a sample of the sights and sounds from today.

Field Agent will continue collecting images and insights throughout the evening. Visit the blog tomorrow to view the full results from this important Lidl QuickShop.

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Lidl's Private Brand

Shopper review: "The hazelnut spread compares to the brand Nutella which I normally buy...I enjoy the smooth texture and softness. Unfortunately it has a stronger hazelnut flavor."

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Lidl's  Bakery\n"the best thing since sliced bread\nis less expensive sliced bread."

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"Lidl has lower priced goods that I regularly buy, yet Aldi beats them in some prices." [Rocky Mount, NC]

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Thursday, June 15 3:58pm

Lidl's New Surprises\nYoga mats?!

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Field Agent has now collected photos, video, and feedback from ALL 10 of Lidl's U.S.-based stores. Just sayin' 😎

(Don't forget to subscribe to instant updates to receive the full results tomorrow)

Thursday, June 15 3:45pm

Lidl Wine Signage/Categories\ngood.   very good.   outstanding.   wow.

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Lidl's Private Brand

Shopper review: "I bought the store brand chicken breast. I don't totally love it, but it does have some good taste. I think it tastes a little drier than I like my lunchmeat. I do like that there [isn't] fat on the chicken."

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Lidl Bulk Counter\n"buy more for less"

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Lidl Checkout Area 

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"Lidl is the place I know I can get certain items cheaper but I can't find everything cheaper, so Kroger would be my fall-back store." [Hampton, VA]

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"This store has the experience that I love, contemporary, lots of technology - great color scheme and the people are extremely nice." [Rocky Mount, NC]

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Shopper comment on store layout: "They need more space between the aisles. It's kind of cluttered." [Greenville, NC]

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Lidl's Produce Weigh Station\n

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Shopper comment on sustainability practices: "[I like that they're] eco-friendly, going green. They have eco-friendly shopping bags, even an area for people to recycle." [Greenville, NC]

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Lidl's Low Prices\n

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Lidl Walkthrough - Kinston, North Carolina

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Lidl's Produce Section\nSee videos and photos below for comments on Lidl's fresh produce\n

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Lidl's Private Brand

Shopper review: "Tried the peppermints. They were very tasty. I would buy them again. I will take them to work."

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Lidl's Produce Section\nSee videos below for comments on Lidl's fresh produce

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Lidl's Bakery Section\nSee below for shopper comments on the "fantastic smell"

Thursday, June 15 2:33pm

Lidl's Private Brand

Shopper review: "This soap is [comparable] to Dr. Bonner's 'Sal Suds' but much cheaper. Nice scent, lots of bubbles too. I will purchase it again!"

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"Lidl makes me feel like cooking! I saw some amazing ingredients today and look forward to seeing what's all in there. Since the prices are affordable, I will be able to try some new recipes." [Greenville, SC]

Thursday, June 15 2:26pm

Lidl's Private Brand

Shopper review: "I thought it was very good for the price. I would probably purchase again. Very refreshing on a hot day. It would compare well with other brands."

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"There are some name brands [Lidl doesn't carry] that I really like and don't want to do without..." [Greenville, NC]

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Lidl's [Affordable] Produce

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"Prices were cheap but the quality wasn't there." [Winston-Salem, NC]

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Lidl's Private Brand

Shopper review: "I thought the snack mix was pretty good. As far as snack mix goes I think Lidl has it right. It had a distinct taste and I thought it was better than most store brands I've had before."

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"The thing I liked most about the store honestly was the bakery section...Right when you walked in it was right there and it just smelled fantastic." [Kinston, NC]

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Lidl Endcap Display\nPrice Comparisons with Name Brands

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Lidl Showing Creativity in NC

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Lidl Sample Cart\nSee below for the sample counter in Virginia Beach, taken this morning

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 Lidl's Wine Selection\nSee the videos below for shopper comments

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 Lidl's Wine Selection\nSee the videos below for shopper comments

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Shopper comment on pronouncing Lidl: "I went to Lidl today. I don't know how to pronounce it; the spelling is strange." [Virginia Beach, VA]

Shopper comment on the Lidl layout: "It was a strange layout, because in the middle of the store was kind of weird, random, seemingly out-of-place items, like exercise equipment or books." [Virginia Beach, VA]

Thursday, June 15 1:16pm

Lidl's Private Label

Shopper review: "When I first opened and pulled one out, I noticed two rips on the top of the bag where the drawstring is...Maybe they are just made like that. They feel strong and durable just as any other brand." 

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Lidl's Sustainability Claim

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Lidl's Private Label

Shopper review: "Very tasty! I like that it's not too sweet. I wish there were more in one package. Definitely a whole lot better than name brand fruit roll ups."

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Shopper comment on Lidl's customer service: "The customer service was amazing. I was able to ask [questions to] any of the employees there." [Wilson, NC ]

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Lidl's Private Label

Shopper review: "It tasted really good and fresh. The product tastes just as good as a similar, well-known brand, but less expensive. I will definitely purchase this product again."

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Inside View - Greenville, South Carolina

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Photos & Testimonial - Greenville, South Carolina

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Shopper comment on Lidl versus other grocery stores: "I really like [Lidl] a lot more than other grocery stores. The prices are a lot better. Their produce looked really, really good; that's a really big pro for me." [Greenville, SC ]

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 Lidl's Bakery Section

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One thing Field Agent has definitively learned from today's QuickShop of 10 Lidl stores: U.S. shoppers do NOT know how to pronounce Lidl!

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 Lidl's Liquor Section\nSee the most recent video below for shopper comments

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Lidl's Baby Endcap Display 

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"The prices are great. It has great items and awesome customer service." [Greenville, SC]

"Lidl does not carry other food items that I frequently purchase such as Califia Farms almond coconut milk or Skinny Girl smoked ham." [Kinston, NC]

\n"[The store is] far too small." [Virginia Beach, VA]\n\n"It currently isn't convenient to my home. As Lidls become more prevalent and accessible, I will shop there more." [Wilson, NC]

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We’re asking Lidl shoppers, what words best describe Lidl?They’re suggesting words like…

ORGANIC\nMODERN\nINNOVATIVE\nAWESOME

\nSee the full results tomorrow, when Field Agent publishes a report based on the complete shopper survey.

Thursday, June 15 11:42am

[What appears to be] Lidl's Produce Weigh Station

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Inside Lidl - Photos & Testimonial - Wilson, North Carolina

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Inside Lidl - Wilson, North Carolina

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Shopper comment on store organization and prices: "I was impressed by how I could find things easily...but the most impressive thing was that the prices were very reasonable and the meat section was very fresh..." [Kinston, NC ]

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