The Fresh Market's New Manatee County Grocery Store Opens

BRADENTON, FL — The Fresh Market opened its third store in Manatee County Wednesday morning, according to a news release from the company.

The specialty grocer opened its new 24,000-square-foot Lakewood Ranch store at 11525 State Road 70.

It’s the company’s 48th location in Florida and 162nd overall.

The latest store offers shoppers full-service produce, deli, meat, seafood, bakery and floral departments.

In addition to specialty products, such as wine and cheese, the grocer also boasts an in-house smoked pit BBQ, hot and fresh pizza, full and self-service coffee stations, a walk-around dessert case, and a large variety of scooping salads, an olive bar, and soup station.

“Our new store in Lakewood Ranch offers more than just fresh food; it's a place to grab a coffee with friends, enjoy a slice of Hot & Fresh pizza, or try a new smoothie,” Jason Potter, CEO, said. “With a full-service coffee station and a variety of ready-to-eat options, The Fresh Market is a go-to for quick bites, dinner solutions and everyday occasions. We're thrilled to be part of this community and bring the best of The Fresh Market to Lakewood Ranch, Florida.”

The store’s first 500 guests received a customized shopping back. There was also a “bread-breaking” ceremony, vendor samples, specialty presentations, giveaways and live music from concert cellist Steve Kramer.

The store also presented a check to Feeding Tampa Bay.

Other Manatee County Fresh Market locations are at 6701 Manatee Ave. W. in Bradenton and 5251 University Parkway in University Park.