Trader Joe’s is preparing to open a North Phoenix location at Desert Ridge Marketplace, bringing the nationally recognized grocery chain to one of Arizona’s busiest retail and entertainment destinations.
Vestar, the Phoenix-based owner and operator of Desert Ridge Marketplace, announced the approximately 15,000-square-foot store will open off Deer Valley Road in a portion of the former Joann Fabrics space. The new location will become Trader Joe’s 22nd store in Arizona.
Known for its private-label products, specialty grocery offerings and neighborhood-store atmosphere, Trader Joe’s is expected to become a major draw for shoppers in north Phoenix…