Addie
Chef Extraordinaire
They still use that system and yes the quarter is returned when you return the cart to the lockup.
I use Aldi for some items. Like any store some things are a great deal and other things not so much. They have improved a great deal and it is getting to be like a no frills version of Trader Joe's.
We have another budget store in this area called PriceRite, good deals on produce and some name brand items.
Our Price Rite has fantastic deals on meats.