Harris Teeter announced it will open a new store in the Atlantic North shopping center at northwest Atlantic and Kernan boulevards, as first reported by Jacksonville Daily Record. This marks a significant expansion of the grocery giant’s Northeast Florida presence. Here’s what we know:
Where is the new Harris Teeter store being built in Jacksonville?
The new 61,000-square-foot Harris Teeter will be at 11901 Atlantic Blvd. in the Atlantic North shopping center between LA Fitness and Academy Sports. The store will be built on currently vacant lot in the center.
Civil engineering documents and mobility plans confirm the footprint, which includes the main grocery store, an attached pharmacy with a drive-thru and adjacent retail space previously identified as a liquor store.
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When will Harris Teeter construction start and when will the store open?
Harris Teeter said it expects to begin construction in spring 2026 with no official opening date yet.
Supporting mobility and utility applications filed with the city show ongoing progress on the permitting and engineering side, indicating that the project is moving forward on schedule.
How many jobs will the new Harris Teeter bring to Northeast Florida?
The company anticipates hiring 100-200 employees, including store associates, department specialists, pharmacy staff and customer-service roles.
Harris Teeter has not yet announced a hiring timeline but typically opens recruitment campaigns several months before a store’s debut.
What features and services will the Harris Teeter in Jacksonville offer?
The upcoming Jacksonville store will feature many of Harris Teeter’s signature amenities, including a full-service wine and beer bar, Starbucks Coffee shop, pick up for online grocery orders and expanded departments such as deli, bakery, hot bar and floral.
These features align with Harris Teeter’s larger strategy to elevate the in-store experience.
Will the new Jacksonville Harris Teeter have a fuel center?
Yes, Harris Teeter confirms it will build a fuel center directly south of Atlantic Boulevard, across the street from the main store.
Site plans show this fuel center is part of Harris Teeter’s broader rollout of adding gas stations and pharmacy services to its expanding Southeast footprint.
Is this the only Harris Teeter store in Northeast Florida?
No, the company currently operates one other Florida store in Fernandina Beach, a 55,000-square-foot location with a pharmacy.
Why is Harris Teeter returning to Jacksonville after closing stores years ago?
Harris Teeter previously operated stores in Mandarin and Ponte Vedra Beach, which closed in 2004 and 2006, respectively.
The new East Arlington store will be the second Harris Teeter in Northeast Florida, and the company’s first expansion into Jacksonville in two decades.
This new investment reflects the company’s renewed growth strategy across the Southeast, marking “a significant milestone in the company’s mission.”
The company says it has seen strong regional demand and wants to better serve rapidly expanding neighborhoods in Northeast Florida.
Shoppers at Harris Teeter enjoy appetizers at the newly remodeled Beau Rivage location at 5920 Carolina Beach Road on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, in Wilmington, N.C. The signature Taste of Teeter event was open to the public and featured complimentary tastings throughout the store.
How does this store fit into Harris Teeter’s larger expansion plan?
Harris Teeter announced five new stores across the Southeast — in Jacksonville; Kannapolis, North Carolina; and Clemson, Fort Mill and Lake Wylie, South Carolina.
Each location is expected to have a pharmacy, fuel center, updated store format and community partnerships with local food banks.
The chain, owned by Kroger, operates more than 250 stores and 85 fuel centers across eight states and Washington, D.C.
What regulatory and permitting steps have been completed for Harris Teeter?
A series of filings confirm steady project movement. The city approved a traffic-impact fee of $459,794 for the 64,404-square-foot grocery footprint, and Dominion Engineering Group submitted detailed site plans for the grocery store and accompanying 3,200-square-foot liquor store.
Water, sewer and electric connections have been confirmed for a nearly 60,000-square-foot location as well.
Is Harris Teeter also planning a store in the SilverLeaf development?
A 61,000-square-foot grocery store with a similar footprint to Harris Teeter is proposed for SilverLeaf in St. Johns County but has not been confirmed to be a Harris Teeter location.
Shoppers at Harris Teeter enjoy appetizers at the newly remodeled Beau Rivage location at 5920 Carolina Beach Road on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, in Wilmington, N.C. The signature Taste of Teeter event was open to the public and featured complimentary tastings throughout the store.
What does this opening mean for grocery competition in Northeast Florida?
The East Arlington store introduces a well-known regional competitor into a rapidly growing, high-traffic corridor already anchored by Publix, Winn-Dixie and Walmart.
Harris Teeter’s upscale amenities — Starbucks, wine bars, gourmet cheese, expanded hot-food options — position it toward the premium end of the market, appealing to consumers shopping for convenience and specialty offerings.
Combined with a fuel center and loyalty program perks, Harris Teeter adds a new player to Jacksonville’s competitive grocery landscape.
What’s next for the Harris Teeter project?
The next major milestones are likely to include groundbreaking in spring 2026 and a finalized construction schedule.
With Harris Teeter now publicly confirming the store, Northeast Florida residents can expect more updates as construction approaches.
This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Grocery store with gas, Starbucks planned for new Florida location