Trader Joe’s grocery retail locations can be hard to find, depending on where you live. But its delicious, ready-made food and reputation for affordability are known nationwide.
Luckily, that is about to change for thousands of Americans.
Trader Joe’s has announced that it plans to open 21 new locations in 13 states across the country this year, making its irresistible snacks and treats available to more Americans than ever before.
Trader Joe’s started in California and now operates 581 stores across 42 states and Washington, D.C., offering affordable groceries to customers along with seasonal desserts and snacks that make grocery shopping even more enjoyable. The new expansion will bring the chain even closer to shoppers who have long waited for a local option.
New Trader Joe’s Locations Opening in 2026
Here is the complete list of new Trader Joe’s stores opening this year across the United States, including a few that have already opened in 2025. For more information on when each store location opens, visit traderjoes.com.
Alabama
Hoover — 771 Montgomery Hwy
California
Northridge — 9224 Reseda Blvd
Sherman Oaks — 14140 Riverside Dr.
Tarzana — 18700 Ventura Blvd
Tracy — 2530 Naglee Rd
Yucaipa — 31545 Yucaipa Blvd
Colorado
Westminster — 9350 Sheridan Blvd
Louisiana
New Orleans — 2501 Tulane Ave.
Maryland
Rockville — 224 N Washington St.
Massachusetts
Boston — 1999 Centre St.
New Jersey
Iselin — 675 US-1
New York
Glenmont — 388 Feura Bush Rd
Staten Island — 640 Amboy Rd
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City — 6920 Northwest Expy
Pennsylvania
Berwyn — 550 Lancaster Ave.
Exton — 125 West Lincoln Hwy
South Carolina
Myrtle Beach — 115 SayeBrook Pkwy
Texas
San Antonio — 11745 I-10 W
Washington
Bellingham — 4255 Meridian St.
Washington, D.C.
Brookland — 5335 Wisconsin Ave NW
Friendship Heights — 701 Monroe St NE
New Trader Joe’s Maryland Location
For Maryland residents, the new Trader Joe’s location is coming to Rockville at 224 N Washington St.
This is welcome news for shoppers in Montgomery County who have long traveled to other cities for their Trader Joe’s fix. The Rockville store will bring the chain’s famous affordable groceries, seasonal desserts, and unique snack offerings to a densely populated area with high demand.
Rockville joins the growing list of Maryland locations, giving residents another convenient option for their weekly grocery shopping.
New Trader Joe’s Louisiana Locations
Louisiana is getting a new Trader Joe’s in New Orleans at 2501 Tulane Ave.
This location is particularly notable as it adds to the chain’s presence in a major Southern city known for its vibrant food culture. New Orleans residents and visitors will now have easier access to Trader Joe’s affordable ready-made meals, unique frozen options, and beloved seasonal products.
New Trader Joe’s Washington, D.C. Locations
The nation’s capital is getting not one but two new Trader Joe’s locations.
One will be in the Brookland neighborhood at 5335 Wisconsin Ave NW. The other will be in Friendship Heights at 701 Monroe St NE.
For D.C. residents, these new stores will ease congestion at existing locations and provide more options for shoppers on both sides of the city.
What This Means for Shoppers
Trader Joe’s has built a cult-like following for good reason. The chain offers high-quality, affordable groceries with a rotating selection of seasonal products that keep customers coming back. From the famous “Two-Buck Chuck” wine to pumpkin-spiced everything in the fall, Trader Joe’s has mastered the art of making grocery shopping feel like an event.
With 21 new locations across 13 states, more Americans will now have access to the chain’s unique offerings. States like Alabama, Louisiana, and South Carolina — which have fewer existing locations — will benefit significantly from the expansion.
For shoppers in California, the chain’s home state, five new locations will open in Northridge, Sherman Oaks, Tarzana, Tracy, and Yucaipa. That means even more options for loyal West Coast customers.
When Will These Stores Open?
Specific opening dates for each location have not been announced. Trader Joe’s encourages customers to visit traderjoes.com for the most up-to-date information on when each store will begin welcoming shoppers.
However, based on past expansion patterns, most of these locations are expected to open within the next 6 to 12 months. Some may already be under construction or nearing completion.
