A longtime Texas supermarket is preparing to close its doors, leaving shoppers with one fewer neighborhood grocery option. The shutdown marks another setback for a regional chain that has been reducing its footprint across the Houston area.
Food Town closes Deer Park location
Food Town’s supermarket at 3322 Center Street in Deer Park, Texas, is scheduled to close on December 24, 2026, when its lease expires, according to reporting by the Houston Chronicle published October 14.
The store’s closure was attributed to rising rent and underperformance dating back to the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Deer Park Economic Development reported that the store manager confirmed the decision had been made by Food Town’s corporate office.
The property is reportedly expected to be converted into a fitness center, although details about the incoming tenant have not been fully confirmed…