After ALDI purchased the defunct 99 Cent Only store property in the Palo Verde Plaza at 12th Street and Northern in mid-2024, many residents have wondered when the grocery store chain would be opening – or even if it still planned to open at this location.
The answer to the latter question is yes. As to when, Shawn Eddy, regional vice president, told us in April, “We are happy to confirm we are making headway on our new Phoenix store located at 7830 N. 12th St., expected to open later this year.” They did not offer any other information on remodeling or opening timelines.
The German grocer, which first made its way to the U.S. in 1976, is now the fastest-growing chain in the U.S. and expects to operate nearly 3,200 stores nationwide by 2028. There are currently 16 stores in Arizona.
Known for their no-frills presentation and lower-cost grocery and household items, the chain offers wide-ranging, exclusive brands and private label products in small footprint stores. And be ready to have a quarter on hand if you need a cart. The cart deposit system “encourages customers to return carts and eliminates the need for our employees to spend time retrieving carts.” The quarter is returned after your shopping is completed.
Learn more by visiting www.aldi.us.
