Looking for a grocery store near you? Visit your local Safeway located at 3900 S Othello St, Seattle, WA. Our friendly staff is here to serve you and your grocery needs, or have your groceries delivered through our Grocery Delivery and DriveUp & Go™ program. Need a bakery near you? Our bakery features birthday cakes, custom cakes, cupcakes and more. Safeway deli offers a variety of party trays and platters or our Order Ahead service allows you to place your bakery or deli order online so it's ready when you get here! At the butcher block you’ll find an assortment of meat and seafood, even sushi trays! The produce department is full of guaranteed fresh fruits and vegetables, perfect for every season! Find Safeway near you today!
Safeway is dedicated to being your one-stop-shop and provides rug doctor rentals or find an in-store bank, Coinstar, and Western Union service! Further enhance your shopping experience by grabbing a hot cup of coffee at your in-store Starbucks. Download our Safeway app for Safeway for U™ to find personalized offers and discounts or check out our Weekly Ad for store savings and earn Gas Points with purchases. For more information, visit or call (206) 722-5552. Stop by and see why our service, convenience, and fresh offerings will make Safeway your favorite local supermarket!
Customers feel treated like criminals due to strict security policies, including mandatory bag checks and rude security personnel.
Customer Service
Staff are often reported as unhelpful or rude, leading to a negative shopping experience.
Pricing Issues
Many customers find the prices to be high and feel that the store engages in price gouging.
Product Quality
Frequent complaints about poor quality of produce and other items, with many products being out of stock or expired.
Checkout Experience
Long wait times at checkout due to understaffing and lack of self-checkout options.
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Joven Sia
Nov 10, 2025
1.0
Every time I go inside, the security guard is always at the Pokemon machine. Once a product is available, he calls the manager of the Safeway who then gives him her credit card to purchase items. When they see customers attempting to check the Pokemon machine they all laugh and taunt the customers saying “nothing today?” This happens all day everyday.
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Paige W
Nov 8, 2025
5.0
The cashier who range me up, Susan I think was her name, was very friendly and kind. Going back for great customer service!
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Joey Chard
Nov 7, 2025
1.0
How surprising the store with a manager that allows security guards to harass customers or ignore obvious physical threats from one customer to another customer won't accept a legit $50 bill with just a corner ripped. I understand it's up the discretion of the manager. That's why I'm not surprised.
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M T
Oct 26, 2025
1.0
Everyone is treated like a criminal the minute you walk into the store....
I bought some stuff. Walked out the store, and this heavy set dude come from behind and demanded that they see a reciept. Then he grabbed my bag and start digging his hand into it.
He saw the reciept, crumpled it and tell me to go.
THERE IS SOMETHING TERRIBLY WRONG WITH YOUR SUPETMARKETS WHEN YOU START TREATING EVERYONE IN YOUR SUPERMARKET LIKE CRIMINALS.
ITS NO WONDER EVERYONE IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD THAT I TALK TO DESPISES SAFEWAY OTHELLO AND AVOIDS GOING THERE.
.... A family member went to your store and a security guy told her that she isnt allowed to bring her big bag inside and that she is told to leave it by the grocery cart. She hesitated, but she did what she was told.
As soon as she is about to leave, her big purse is gone !!!! She asked the security guy about her things, and he doesnt know!!
SHE IS FREAKING OUT. THATS HER BELONGING AND CARRYON FOR HER FLIGHT THAT AFTERNOON !!!
HER THINGS ARE STOLEN IN YOUR STORE BECAUSE YOUR SECURITY GUARD TOLD HER TO LEAVE HER THINGS.
.... YOUR STAFFS ARE DISPICTABLE !!!!
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geofre
Oct 12, 2025
3.0
I placed a pick-up order for today and as I was leaving for the store to go pick it up it was canceled with no explanation.
I really needed the items and so I drove to the store anyway and the store did not have at least three of the items even though the computer showed them in stock and I had a hard time finding anyone that could help me. I ended up waiting in line at the register and the cashier attempted to help me but also could not find the items.
Then I went to the deli to get the turkey that was on sale and the deli stops slicing meat at 4:00 p.m. and it was 5:00 p.m. which is not acceptable if I'm trying to shop while the store is open. The deli woman was really helpful but she could only refer me to the pre-cut deli packages of turkey in the grab-and-go case. However, I checked the date and it was packaged 4 days ago. That is not fresh to slice meat 4 days ago and then sell it in the to-go case. The meat should have been sliced the same day! I couldn't believe it! So all in all I left the store with hardly anything I needed from my list.
In the parking lot at the security guard was helpful and offered to take my cart back for me. Seems like the staff are really trying and want to help customers but if the store can't keep enough staff to keep the Deli open, keep fresh meat in the to-go case, honor the pickup orders we place online, or keep the shelves stocked with items then no wonder so many grocery stores are closing because people are using Amazon delivery.
I also contacted the store directly in the app to share this experience.
Yes, Safeway accepts SNAP EBT for eligible grocery purchases. You can use your EBT card for both grocery delivery and Drive Up & Go™ pickup orders, making it easy and convenient to shop for fresh produce, pantry staples, and everyday essentials. Safeway is committed to providing accessible, affordable grocery options for SNAP recipients. Simply select SNAP EBT as your payment method at checkout when shopping online or in the app.
Does Safeway near me accept Apple Pay?
Yes, Safeway accepts Apple Pay and many other convenient payment methods!
How do you use Safeway Points?
To use your Points, just enter your phone number or swipe your Loyalty Card at the fuel pump at a participating station prior to gassing up! Your fuel price will reflect the number of Points you opt to use on each transaction. Note: Points are eligible up to a 25-gallon limit. Maximum Points limits may vary by area. To use your Points, first sign in, then select Safeway for U™ on the menu bar. From there, click on Rewards to see your summary and available Points. Select the Points you wish to redeem. Then just enter your phone number or swipe your loyalty card at checkout and your discounts and/or freebies will automatically be deducted from your total!
Is Safeway located at 3900 S Othello St, Seattle, WA hiring?
Safeway is hiring! We’re building inclusive teams from coast to coast. If you're ready to join our friendly team of associates, we’d love to meet you.
Can I send groceries to another person as a gift?
Yes! Safeway now offers a convenient grocery gifting option. You can easily send groceries to friends, family, or loved ones by selecting “Make this order a gift” at checkout. Just enter the recipient’s information, add a personalized message if you’d like, and we’ll handle the rest. It’s a simple way to send fresh groceries, pantry staples, or household essentials as a thoughtful gift—perfect for holidays, birthdays, or just because.
Does Safeway accept SNAP EBT for grocery purchases?
Yes, Safeway accepts SNAP EBT for eligible grocery purchases, both online for delivery and Drive Up & Go™ pickup orders.
What payment methods are accepted at Safeway?
Safeway accepts various payment methods including Apple Pay, Android Pay, cash, credit cards like American Express, Mastercard, Visa, and others.
How can I use Safeway Points for discounts?
Enter your phone number or swipe your Loyalty Card at the fuel pump at participating stations to apply Points toward fuel purchases, up to 25 gallons. You can manage Points via the Safeway for U™ program.
Does Safeway at 3900 S Othello St offer pickup and delivery services?
Yes, this location offers in-store pickup, curbside pickup, delivery, same-day delivery, and no-contact delivery services.
What are the store hours for Safeway at 3900 S Othello St, Seattle?
The store is open daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with adjusted hours on holidays like Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Can I order bakery or deli items ahead of time at this Safeway?
Yes, you can place orders online for bakery or deli items through their Order Ahead service for convenient pickup.
What nearby services can I find around Safeway at Othello?
Nearby you can find services such as American Lock & Key, Coinme ATM and currency exchange, Coinstar coin counting, KeyMe Locksmiths and Western Union money transfer.
Is there a nearby coffee shop where I can get a drink before or after shopping at Safeway?
Yes, there is a Starbucks coffee shop nearby where you can grab a hot cup of coffee before or after your grocery shopping visit.
Are there family-friendly facilities near Safeway at 3900 S Othello St?
Nearby is the Seattle Children’s Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic, offering pediatric care, and community organizations like Rising Reels for youth and day care services.
How can Safeway's location near Othello assist with everyday errands?
Safeway's location near key services like banks (Bank of America), laundry (5 Star Laundry), and real estate offices provides convenience for customers running multiple errands in the Othello neighborhood.