A new grocery store is coming to Amherstburg and it will occupy a building that has sat unused by the public for several years.
Mercato Fresh, a Windsor-based grocery chain, announced last Friday it is expanding into Amherstburg.
The announcement was made via social media.
“Exciting news, Amherstburg! Mercato Fresh is coming to town!” the announcement reads. “Get ready to experience the freshest produce, finest meats, and all your favorite groceries in one convenient location.”
The store will open at 365 Sandwich St. S., in the commercial building where Wesley United Church once stood across from Canadian Tire. The anticipated opening date, according to the company, is Spring 2025.
Efforts to reach company officials were unsuccessful as of press time, but according to the company’s website: “At Mercato Fresh, it is our goal and mission to create a unique, fresh and enjoyable shopping experience for our customers. We are the premier market in a region known for outstanding climate, livestock, and produce. We take great pride in our commitment to value, quality and excellent customer service. We accomplish our mission by sticking to our core values. It all begins with great people. Our people are the source of our strength and enable us to differentiate from the larger corporate stores; they are our personal touch. Their work ethic, experience and adaptability enable us to move our company forward. The Mercato Fresh and Mr. Meat brand of products are simply the end result of constant improvement and countless hours of tasting and testing. We continuously strive to offer the highest quality, freshest products at the best possible price ensuring that our customers continue to shop with us week after week.”
The website is found at www.mercatofresh.com.
The Amherstburg store will be the small chain’s fourth location. They already have a location on Banwell Road on the east end of Windsor and will soon add another location in south Windsor on Cabana Road.
The other store is on Grand Ave. in Chatham.
Mercato Fresh grocery store opening in Amherstburg next year
By Ron Giofu