Largest H Mart in U.S. to Open in Bay Area
The popular Korean supermarket chain H Mart is set to open its largest U.S. location in the Bay Area. The new store is known for its extensive selection of Asian foods, produce, and household goods. The opening will provide a new major shopping destination for local residents, though an exact date has not yet been announced. source
- The new H Mart will be located in the Pacific Commons Shopping Center in Fremont, in a two-story building formerly occupied by Kohl's. - At approximately 100,000 square feet, this will be the largest H Mart in the United States. - This project is the largest investment in the company's history and will be the first to feature a new multi-level prototype. - In addition to the grocery store, the location will feature a food hall with fast-casual and full-service restaurants, a bar, and entertainment offerings. - Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2026, with a projected opening in late 2027. - This will be H Mart's fourth location in the Bay Area, with other stores in San Francisco, Dublin, and two in San Jose. - The city of Fremont's mayor, Raj Salwan, has called the project a "transformative investment" and highlighted the "innovative reuse of a vacant large-format retail space." - The new store is part of a larger trend of Asian supermarket expansion in the Bay Area, with other chains like 99 Ranch Market, T&T Supermarket, and Seafood City also growing their presence.
