News Summary

H Mart recently opened its largest grocery store in California, located in Westminster. Spanning 72,916 square feet, the store caters to a diverse range of products, particularly benefiting the local Asian American community. The grand opening featured promotional events, traditional lion dances, and local official speeches. H Mart Westminster is strategically placed near Little Saigon, making it an ideal destination for Asian grocery shoppers, with an extensive food hall and unique offerings.

Westminster Welcomes H Mart’s Largest Grocery Store in California

The grand opening of H Mart’s largest grocery store in California took place on August 7 in Westminster, located at 16450 Beach Blvd. This new addition marks the chain’s 19th store in California and its sixth in Orange County, drawing enthusiastic crowds despite the day’s 90-degree heat.

The new Westminster H Mart spans a vast 72,916 square feet, providing ample space for a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, meats, seafood, pantry staples, frozen foods, health and beauty products, and various appliances. Customers lined up outside, extending their wait past the neighboring Daiso Japanese Household Goods store, and many sought refuge from the sun under strategically placed pop-up tents.

To celebrate the event, H Mart offered special incentives to members of its rewards program, which included free tote bags, chopsticks, floral bowls, and vegetable strainers. Additionally, special promotions featured opening day sales, such as a 15-pound bag of Haru Haru rice priced at just $1 with a $200 purchase.

Cultural Festivities Enhance Grand Opening

Adding to the excitement of the grand opening were traditional lion dance performances and speeches from local officials, including Assemblyman Tri Ta and Mayor Chi Charlie Nguyen, who expressed enthusiasm about the new store’s contribution to the culturally diverse community of Westminster.

A Destination for Asian Grocery Shoppers

With its extensive product offerings, the H Mart Westminster is poised to become a community grocery destination. The store is particularly recognized for fulfilling the needs of Korean American households, with specific items such as Napa cabbage available for kimchi preparation. The grocery’s expanded area features cooking appliances and home goods, catering to a wide variety of culinary needs. Customers can also find unique items such as Sanrio merchandise and essential kitchen appliances, including rice cookers and electric griddles.

Food Hall Offers Culinary Variety

The store’s food hall comprises 11 dining options, making it an exciting locale for food lovers. Vendors include:

• Moobongri Soondae Express – Korean blood sausage, soups, and stews
• Paik’s Noodle – Korean-style Chinese food
• Chang Hwa Dang – Korean dumplings
• KZ Mori – Japanese fusion cuisine
• Yoo’s Place and Goobne Chicken – Korean street food
• Eggcellent – Egg sandwiches and coffee
• Jaws Topokki – Tteokbokki, spicy rice cake soup
• Myungrang Hot Dog – Korean-style corn dogs
• Tous Les Jours – French Asian bakery
• Gong Cha – Taiwanese bubble tea

Strategic Location

H Mart Westminster is conveniently situated near Little Saigon, making it an ideal shopping spot for significant Asian American communities in adjacent areas such as Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, and Buena Park. The store operates daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., aligning with the shopping habits of busy consumers.

Background of H Mart

Founded in 1982 with its inaugural store in Woodside, Queens, New York, H Mart has flourished into a popular grocery chain with over 100 locations spanning 18 states. Known for catering to the demands of Asian grocery shoppers, H Mart offers a unique selection of products that appeal to a variety of cultural cuisines.

The opening of the Westminster location highlights the growing presence of H Mart in California and underscores its dedication to serving the needs of diverse communities. With nearby competitors such as 99 Ranch Market and Tokyo Central expanding in Orange County, H Mart’s new location is set to thrive in a rapidly evolving grocery landscape.

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Additional Resources

• OC Register: H Mart Opens Largest California Grocery Store
• Wikipedia: Grocery Store
• Los Angeles Times: H Mart Opens in Westminster
• Google Search: H Mart Westminster California
• OC Register: Status Update on H Mart Opening
• Google Scholar: H Mart
• Korea Times: H Mart Grand Opening
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Asian Grocery Stores
• Patch: Specialty Food Market Opens in Westminster
• Google News: H Mart

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