Wegmans, the Rochester-based grocery chain with 85 existing supermarkets, will open its first New York City location at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The 74,000-square-foot market will anchor a new shopping complex along Admiral’s Row, which is set to open in 2017. The new outpost will be the smallest store in the chain, which is known for its sprawling markets and massive variety of products. Still, it will be larger than Red Hook’s Fairway and Gowanus’ Whole Foods.
“The addition of Wegmans supermarket to the Brooklyn Navy Yard is a major step forward to ensuring quality, fresh and affordable produce and foods in one of New York City’s food deserts. This new development will generate much needed jobs for residents in the area, particularly those in the nearby Farragut, Whitman and Ingersoll Houses. Wegmans will certainly boost economic activity and provide residents with direct access to wholesome, local food. We look forward to breaking ground on this full-service supermarket. Congrats to the Brooklyn Navy Yard and to Mayor de Blasio for their work on ensuring access to fresh food to all New Yorkers!” Carlo Scissura, President, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce.
