A new Kroger store will soon replace the existing Highway 121 and Coit Road location in Plano. The new store, anchoring the Coit Marketplace shopping center, spans approximately 120,000 square feet, a notable increase from the current 74,000-square-foot location.
Construction began in July 2023, and the shell building now appears nearly complete, though the store is not yet open. The existing Kroger has served Plano since its opening in 2004, but the new, significantly larger facility reflects the need for expanded capacity and modernization.
As competition in the region intensifies, particularly with HEB’s market entry, Kroger’s updated store is expected to feature a broader product range and enhanced services.
With HEB recently entering the market, the new Kroger will likely offer an updated and more extensive selection of products and services. This new store promises to better serve the community, providing a modern shopping experience to meet the demands of Plano’s residents.
Location History
The location where the current store is situated has a short development history. According to aerial images, the area surrounding the store was once farmland before home construction began in the 1990s.
- In 1883, Barney Kroger opened his first grocery store in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- By 1929, Kroger became the first grocery store chain to test electronic scanning of products at its stores.
- In the 1950s and 1960s, Kroger expanded its operations through acquisitions.
- In the 1990s, Kroger launched its brand of products and introduced new technology to improve its supply chain and inventory management.
- Today, Kroger is one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States, operating over 2,700 stores and employing over 500,000 people.
Last Updated on December 19, 2024 by F. E. Mufute