The Save Mart Companies, one of the West Coast’s largest regional, full-service grocery chains, celebrated a ceremonial groundbreaking today for a new 52,000-square-foot Save Mart store at Sequoia Marketplace, located at the northeast corner of Bardsley Avenue and Mooney Boulevard in Tulare, California. The store is slated to open in the third quarter of 2027.
“We’re excited to bring a modern shopping experience to Tulare that reflects what our customers have told us they value most—fresh, local products, great service, and a store that feels like part of the community,” said Jim Perkins, president of The Save Mart Companies. “The new Save Mart store in Tulare represents not just growth, but our continued commitment to serving Central Valley families with the care and connection that have defined us for more than 70 years.”
The new location will offer a fresh-forward design with full-service produce, meat, deli, bakery, and floral departments. Shoppers will find a wide selection of fresh, locally harvested produce, quality meats from nearby ranches, and everyday essentials that reflect the flavors, tastes, and values of the Central Valley. Customers will also experience an expanded deli with comfortable bar-style seating where they can dine on local favorites and enjoy wine and beer alongside their shopping experience. Through partnerships with Instacart and Amazon, Save Mart shoppers will have options for same-day grocery delivery and pickup services.
The ceremonial groundbreaking brought together representatives from the City of Tulare, community members, partners and The Save Mart Companies leadership to celebrate the beginning of construction on the new Save Mart store and the collective effort to bring new resources, jobs, and fresh food options to local families. Celebrations included remarks from Tulare Mayor, Patrick Isherwood, and performances by the Tulare Union High School Band.
“The City of Tulare is thrilled to have Save Mart coming to our community as the anchor tenant in the new Sequoia Marketplace shopping center,” said Marc Mondell, Tulare city manager. “There has been much anticipation and excitement amongst our residents in having a new ‘state of the art’ Save Mart grocery store, and the City is grateful to The Save Mart Companies and all of those that have worked so hard to make this project a reality.”
NFDI, the real estate development and investment company owned by the Nunley Family, is proud to bring this new Save Mart-anchored shopping center to Tulare. The project reflects NFDI’s commitment to Tulare and the Central Valley.
“We’re excited to partner with The Save Mart Companies to deliver a high-quality shopping experience for Tulare families,” said Greg Nunley, partner at Nunley Family Development and Investment. “The Nunley Family extends their gratitude to everyone for their dedication and collaboration in making this project possible.”