Publix has better service, better stuff, and higher prices. WD has less than great service, sometimes they do not turn over stuff fast enough, and the prices are lower. WD has been note ot have good meats but maybe that has changed. Walmart has kicked WD's butt because they were in the same market but PUblix has not been effected by Walmart since they are more upscale. Im in jacksonville, where WD is headquartered and there are lots of Publix and Walmart stores here as well...