Publix Super Markets opened its newest location April 2 at 160 Mariner Blvd. in Spring Hill, Florida.
The 48,387-square-foot store features full-service bakery, deli, seafood and pharmacy departments along with an upstairs seating area that is designed to encourage customers to dine on-site.
“We’re excited to welcome customers to their new Spring Hill Publix and be part of all the moments they celebrate – from everyday meals to birthdays, holidays and major milestones,” said Lindsey Willis, media relations manager.
“This location reflects what our customers value most – quality, convenience and thoughtful details, including an upstairs seating area where they can relax and enjoy their Publix favorites.”
The deli counter includes handcrafted old-world delicacies, an international olive and antipasto selection, hummus and more than 200 artisan cheeses.
The scratch bakery produces breads and rolls throughout the day, as well as cakes, cookies, pies and wedding cakes.
The meat department features custom cuts including Publix’s private label all-natural and organic GreenWise chicken, along with ready-to-cook items prepared fresh daily.
The seafood department carries wild and farm-raised fish delivered throughout the week, with whole fish and fillets sold fresh. Sushi chefs hand-roll selections daily.
The produce department stocks organic and conventional fruits and vegetables, including locally grown and imported options. An expanded wine department carries premium and specialty wines from U.S. and international producers, champagnes, sparkling wines and organic-grape selections.
The pharmacy offers a full-service counter with a wide selection of natural and conventional vitamins, minerals and supplements.
Publix is providing contactless pay options, grocery delivery powered by Instacart and pharmacy delivery at the new location. An adjacent Publix Liquors is planned to open later.
To mark opening day, Publix’s large motorized shopping cart traveled around the community.
The Spring Hill opening brings Publix’s total store count to 1,432 across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky.
The Lakeland, Florida-based retailer is the largest employee-owned company in the U.S. with more than 260,000 associates.
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