Giant opens new store in Philadelphia

Giant recently celebrating the opened a new store in Philadelphia, located at 1001-29 South Broad St., at the corner of Washington Avenue.  

The new 40,000 sq.-ft. store will operate from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week and add more than 100 full- and part-time jobs to the local community, per the retailer.

“Since opening our first Philadelphia store in 2011, we have continued to offer convenience for city residents’ grocery needs, combined with the freshness, value and quality they have come to expect from Giant,” said John Ruane, president of Giant. “Our new South Broad store builds on these offerings with a modern, bright décor, increased product variety, and a friendly team providing a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.” 

Johnathan Heron, a 15-year grocery veteran, has been appointed store manager of the newest Giant. Team members and community leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 13. As part of the celebration, the first 150 customers received a Giant reusable shopping bag filled with product samples and other grand opening savings.

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“Our team is excited to become a part of the vibrant South Broad community and serve the grocery needs of our neighbors,” said Heron, South Broad Giant store manager. “Just in time for the holidays, Philadelphia’s newest Giant has everything customers need to celebrate—we know they’re going to love shopping with us.”

South Broad customers will find a large, market-feel produce department with dedicated space for organics, meat and seafood, service deli with pre-sliced meats and cheeses, dairy, bakery, full-service floral and a large beer and wine area featuring an assortment of wine slushies and ready-to-drink cocktails. 

The South Broad store also features a hot food bar which includes smoked and barbeque meats, pre-pack salad offerings in the deli, specialty cheese case, and an in-store sushi chef.

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Customers also will be able to take advantage of an underground parking garage while shopping at the store. In addition, the store features a convenient drop-off loop for customers who arrive at the store via taxi or rideshare service.