I have been a loyal Best Buy customer for years and consistently spend a significant amount of money at your stores. I have always expected a certain level of professionalism from Best Buy, but my experience today completely shattered those expectations.
Today, I attempted to make a standard return at the Arden location. I was met by an individual named Nesha, who identified herself as the store manager. She was incredibly rude, dismissive, and ultimately denied my return for absolutely no valid reason. Her confrontational attitude and complete lack of customer service skills were shocking, especially for someone in a leadership position.
Refusing to accept this treatment, I drove across town to the Natomas location. The staff there processed my return immediately, with zero issues or hesitation. While I am grateful for the excellent service at Natomas, it proves that Nesha's refusal at the Arden location was entirely arbitrary, unwarranted, and purely a result of poor management.
It is incredibly disappointing that a long-time, high-spending customer would be treated with such disrespect. I am in shock that someone with Nesha’s toxic attitude is representing your company as a store manager.
Avoid this location. Had a terrible experience with an employee who was completely unprofessional and made me extremely uncomfortable. When I asked for a manager, I was dismissed. After this interaction, I did some research online and was disturbed by what I found. I've reported my concerns to Best Buy corporate ethics and they did nothing. Will never shop here again and I suggest others check public records before bringing their families here.
Rebecca R
October 07, 2026
Wow! What a phenomenal experience. I had visited a different location (different city) & was not assisted in my search for the perfect pair of headphones. At the Arden location, however, I was greeted with friendly workers and one gentleman, wish I remembered his name... it wasn't on my receipt. He helped me and made me feel at ease and even assisted me picking out a beautiful plum/pink color. I left in under 10min and was soooo excited with my purchase. THANK YOU for the amazing experience and fabulous customer service. Highly recommend your store (which was friendly, fun, clean and STOCKED). Love it!