The Fresh Market announced on Wednesday, March 19, the grand opening of its newest store in Algonquin, Illinois, marking the premium supermarket chain’s eighth opening in the Chicagoland area and its fourth in the last five months. Committed to providing high-quality fresh foods and an exceptional shopping experience, The Fresh Market is pleased to bring its passion for freshness, unmatched service, and hospitality to Algonquin.
Local officials, including the local Chamber of Commerce, city government, and representatives from the Northern Illinois Food Bank, were on hand to celebrate the grand opening of the 27,000-square-foot store. Guests joined the store team at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. To celebrate the new store’s opening, The Fresh Market donated $2,000 to the Northern Illinois Food Bank. The Algonquin store will be The Fresh Market’s fifth location to donate to the food bank for food recovery.
About the Chicago Food Bank
Since 1979, the Chicago Food Bank has provided food to neighbors in need throughout Chicago and Cook County. Over the years, they have expanded and evolved their programs and services to meet the changing needs of those they serve.
Here are some notable milestones in its history according to its website:
“The Chicago Food Bank is a nonprofit, non-profit organization working to bring food and hope to our neighbors in Chicago and Cook County. We work with a network of community organizations and individuals while advocating for change to address poverty, systemic inequality, and structural racism.”
Opening of The Store
At the store’s official opening, the first 500 visitors received special reusable «Algonquin» gift bags from The Fresh Market and enjoyed live classical music. Additionally, those who arrived early to the opening were treated to The Fresh Market’s traditional experience of slicing an 80-pound wheel of Parmesan cheese.
“The Chicagoland area has provided us with so many fantastic opportunities, and we’re excited to bring our brand of impeccable hospitality to our new customers here in Algonquin,” said Brian Johnson, CEO of The Fresh Market. “The shopping experience at The Fresh Market is unique in the retail industry, and I’m confident the community will resonate with what we offer, from our curated selection of local and international products to our nationally recognized customer service.”
About The Fresh Market
Ranked by USA Today as one of America’s Best Companies for Customer Service in 2025, voted #1 in three categories in the 2024 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards: “Best Bakery,” “Best Deli,” and “Best Prepared Foods,” and recognized for three consecutive years as “America’s Best Grocer,” as well as one of the Top 5 Most Trusted Grocery Brands for Specialty and Natural/Organic Foods in the 2022 BrandSpark Most Trusted Awards. The Fresh Market helps customers discover the best with time-saving meal solutions, unique ingredients, and delicious food for any occasion. From fresh produce and exceptional meats and seafood to signature baked goods and thousands of organic options, this specialty grocery store offers something for everyone. The Fresh Market currently operates more than 165 grocery stores in 22 U.S. states and a liquor and wine store, inspiring customers to discover new flavors and cook with confidence. For more information, visit www.thefreshmarket.com or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and Pinterest
