Rotting Avocado in My Goddess Bowl – Quality Control Clearly Missing I ordered the Goddess Salad Bowl from this Chopped Leaf and was served avocado that was clearly spoiled – dark brown and black throughout, mushy, and streaked in a way that no fresh avocado should ever look (I have photos). This was not slight browning from oxidation; these slices should never have left the kitchen.
For a place that markets itself as “fresh” and “healthy,” serving visibly rotting avocado is really disappointing and honestly concerning. It tells me that:
Ingredients are not being checked before they go into bowls
Food that should be thrown out is still being used
There is little attention to basic quality control
At the time I decided to let it go, but after my friend's this week’s experience with an insect in her Goddess Bowl from the same location, it is clear this is not a one-off mistake but a pattern.
I expect much higher standards from any salad place, and especially from a brand like Chopped Leaf. Until there is a serious improvement in freshness checks and food safety practices, I will not be ordering from this location again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Gina Blank
Picked up a salad here after a long day on the road. I wish they still had the paper sheet for custom salad orders. This is the second location that has not processed my order properly. It wasn't until I got home that I realized the egg was missing. However, because I paid cash, I didn't insist on a receipt, so I can't see if he just didn't hear me ask for it, or if I was charged for it but didn't get it. Also, I don't understand why the standard options are limited to 3, when Freshii allows up to 6. Salad itself was otherwise fresh and well-packaged.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Olivia
The two men behind the counter were so incredibly friendly and personable! Food was amazing thanks to those two!!
Brittany chaplin
Came here for lunch with my mom - Ashwin was so great!! He’s so friendly and kind and had great recommendations! Made our day!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Diamond Wilson
I have tried ordering from this chopped leaf a few times now, I used to work by there so it was convenient, but always have issues. Something basic like a chicken ceaser wrap came with steak and not chicken, I mean quiet the upgrade but not appetizing to me at all. We've thrown food away because it's tasted off. I don't suggest ordering from this location.
Mayank Patel
Best place to eat bowl🍜, salad 🥗, wrap🌯, sandwich 🥪 in Edmonton, Alberta.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noor Kadir
It is usually very empty, so you can get all the attention you want
parminder singh
Slow service .. took too long for delivery order.
Aleeza Quraishi
Ran late for our uber eats pick up, and Keval (I think that’s how you spell it!) came back to the store to unlock it and give us our food. So kind and it was very well made :)
Eric Prociuk
I had a great experience at Chopped Salad. The food was super fresh and flavorful and the staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming. Midway through my meal I asked for a bit more dressing and they didn’t hesitate to offer extra. They even packed some to go with my leftovers. It’s little touches like that that make all the difference. Definitely looking forward to my next visit.
I’ve been a regular for years, but my recent orders have really ruined my mood, especially this evening. I ordered a couple Signature and a couple Caesar salads, and the signature arrived with like no toppings—just less than average lettuce and a few croutons (which I had to mention in the comments as last time they didn’t even include any). It’s frustrating to see such a drop in quality from a place I've loved and ordered from regularly.
Parker Rowland
Got the food wrong and then argued
Sandip Mahajan
One of the best 'Chopped Leaf's in town. Cleanliness and food hygiene is what you will always notice here. Food is always fresh and prepared to perfection. Mandeep takes pride in her job. With a welcoming attitude, she always pays attention to customer's requests. My kids like this place for the taste of the food. I certainly recommend this Chopped Leaf.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wraps, Southwest Wrap, Mediterranean Bowl, Santa Fe Chicken Salad, Mediterranean Wrap
Branson B.V. Ehrlich
Each time I go in or order, I get some of the sweetest messages reminding me that I'm worthy of love and to leave a review - I ordered the goddess bowl with my usual cesar wrap to change it up, this was around 2pm, added steak, saved it for later around 730pm and by god it brought me to tears with how good it was. The assembly, the avocado complimenting the steak and the sauce - the sauce 🤌 mamma mia the SAWCE i tell ya was to die for, coupled with the pumpkin seeds and— i could go on. Whoever was working Feb 14 around that time, your hands are angels, thank you
Sahil Duhan
I ordered delivery, and there was literally no chicken in my chicken Bowl,, even tho I have paid for extra chicken.. its not the 1st time but 2nd time it happened in my late night delivery order.. very much disappointed!!
Rotting Avocado in My Goddess Bowl – Quality Control Clearly Missing
I ordered the Goddess Salad Bowl from this Chopped Leaf and was served avocado that was clearly spoiled – dark brown and black throughout, mushy, and streaked in a way that no fresh avocado should ever look (I have photos). This was not slight browning from oxidation; these slices should never have left the kitchen.
For a place that markets itself as “fresh” and “healthy,” serving visibly rotting avocado is really disappointing and honestly concerning. It tells me that:
Ingredients are not being checked before they go into bowls
Food that should be thrown out is still being used
There is little attention to basic quality control
At the time I decided to let it go, but after my friend's this week’s experience with an insect in her Goddess Bowl from the same location, it is clear this is not a one-off mistake but a pattern.
I expect much higher standards from any salad place, and especially from a brand like Chopped Leaf. Until there is a serious improvement in freshness checks and food safety practices, I will not be ordering from this location again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Picked up a salad here after a long day on the road. I wish they still had the paper sheet for custom salad orders. This is the second location that has not processed my order properly. It wasn't until I got home that I realized the egg was missing. However, because I paid cash, I didn't insist on a receipt, so I can't see if he just didn't hear me ask for it, or if I was charged for it but didn't get it. Also, I don't understand why the standard options are limited to 3, when Freshii allows up to 6. Salad itself was otherwise fresh and well-packaged.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
The two men behind the counter were so incredibly friendly and personable! Food was amazing thanks to those two!!
Came here for lunch with my mom - Ashwin was so great!! He’s so friendly and kind and had great recommendations! Made our day!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have tried ordering from this chopped leaf a few times now, I used to work by there so it was convenient, but always have issues. Something basic like a chicken ceaser wrap came with steak and not chicken, I mean quiet the upgrade but not appetizing to me at all. We've thrown food away because it's tasted off. I don't suggest ordering from this location.
Best place to eat bowl🍜, salad 🥗, wrap🌯, sandwich 🥪 in Edmonton, Alberta.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It is usually very empty, so you can get all the attention you want
Slow service .. took too long for delivery order.
Ran late for our uber eats pick up, and Keval (I think that’s how you spell it!) came back to the store to unlock it and give us our food. So kind and it was very well made :)
I had a great experience at Chopped Salad. The food was super fresh and flavorful and the staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming. Midway through my meal I asked for a bit more dressing and they didn’t hesitate to offer extra. They even packed some to go with my leftovers. It’s little touches like that that make all the difference. Definitely looking forward to my next visit.
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I’ve been a regular for years, but my recent orders have really ruined my mood, especially this evening. I ordered a couple Signature and a couple Caesar salads, and the signature arrived with like no toppings—just less than average lettuce and a few croutons (which I had to mention in the comments as last time they didn’t even include any). It’s frustrating to see such a drop in quality from a place I've loved and ordered from regularly.
Got the food wrong and then argued
One of the best 'Chopped Leaf's in town. Cleanliness and food hygiene is what you will always notice here. Food is always fresh and prepared to perfection. Mandeep takes pride in her job. With a welcoming attitude, she always pays attention to customer's requests. My kids like this place for the taste of the food. I certainly recommend this Chopped Leaf.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wraps, Southwest Wrap, Mediterranean Bowl, Santa Fe Chicken Salad, Mediterranean Wrap
Each time I go in or order, I get some of the sweetest messages reminding me that I'm worthy of love and to leave a review - I ordered the goddess bowl with my usual cesar wrap to change it up, this was around 2pm, added steak, saved it for later around 730pm and by god it brought me to tears with how good it was. The assembly, the avocado complimenting the steak and the sauce - the sauce 🤌 mamma mia the SAWCE i tell ya was to die for, coupled with the pumpkin seeds and— i could go on. Whoever was working Feb 14 around that time, your hands are angels, thank you
I ordered delivery, and there was literally no chicken in my chicken Bowl,, even tho I have paid for extra chicken.. its not the 1st time but 2nd time it happened in my late night delivery order.. very much disappointed!!
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