Big news for Dallas grocery shoppers: the beloved Texas chain, H-E-B, is branching out into the Big D with its acquisition of a 10-acre slice of real estate earmarked for what could potentially be Dallas' first traditional format H-E-B store. The site in question sits cozily at the southeast corner of Hillcrest Road and LBJ Freeway, though the project is still awaiting rezoning approval and some tender loving care from city planners. CBS Austin reports that there's excitement in the air, with plans to involve the community every step of the way.
With three Central Market stores already dotting the Dallas landscape, the H-E-B brand isn't a stranger in town. But introducing a traditional format store is quite the game-changer. "While we have a lot of work to do, we look forward to connecting with our neighbors, the city, and community stakeholders to ensure we create a destination that best supports this community," Mabrie Jackson, H-E-B's Public Affairs Managing Director, conveyed to CBS Austin. This marks a significant move by the San Antonio-based grocer, which holds court over more than 435 stores spread across Texas and Mexico.
A recurring theme in H-E-B's expansion narrative is the emphasis on collaboration and community involvement. It's not just about building a store; it's about crafting a space that resonates with the local populace. Jackson reiterated this sentiment in a statement obtained by Fox4News: "This is the first step in a long process, and we hope to share more details with our neighbors soon." With H-E-B's recent accolade as the No. 1 grocery retailer in the U.S. according to Dunnhumby, expectations are sure to be high for this inaugural Dallas location.
Of course, curiosity abounds when it comes to the nitty-gritty of this deal. Specifics on the terms of purchase for the property have been kept under wraps. Furthermore, details about when the shovels will hit the dirt for construction or the grand opening timeline remain a tantalizing mystery. What we do know, however, is that the residents of North Dallas are inching closer to having an H-E-B store to call their own. And while the store will usher in a bevy of jobs and the brand's trademark shopping experience to the heart of the city, it joins a family of locations in Allen, Frisco, Fort Worth, McKinney, and Plano, as well as upcoming stores in Forney, Irving, Melissa, Rockwall, and Prosper, as highlighted by Fox4News.
