Grocer wars: Trader Joe's leads

When it comes to grocers, the hip California-based Trader Joe's is tops in customer satisfaction, followed by Publix Super Markets and Whole Food Markets.

All three grocers received high marks for courteous staff, inviting atmosphere and high-quality produce, according to the recent survey of 6,600 consumers by Market Force Information.

Lakeland-based Publix was first for cleanliness and courteous staff, but Florida's dominant grocer was second to Trader Joe's for atmosphere and quick checkout process.