Set to be located in the upcoming Urban League Empowerment Centre, the new Trader Joe’s store will occupy an area of 28,000sq ft and will open in 2023.
The new Harlem location will be the brand’s 13th location in New York City and its ninth in the borough of Manhattan. The move comes as the retailer looks to expand their operations in more diverse neighbourhoods and is focusing on this as a key factor in selecting new store locations.
Kenya Friend-Daniel, Public Relations Director for Trader Joe’s, commented: “Now, as always, Trader Joe’s appreciates being a part of a new opportunity, a source for nourishment and a safe, welcoming environment for people to come together and shop. We are excited to open our doors in this groundbreaking location, and we look forward to serving Harlem, a community rich in culture and diversity as their neighbourhood grocery store.”
Trader Joe’s is set to be part of the upcoming Urban League Empowerment Center, along with anchor tenant, Target. The centre is envisioned to be a hub for living, working and culture, boasting nearly 90,000sqq ft of rentable retail space along with 70,000sq ft of office space. The project is expected to be completed in 2023.
