Trader Joe’s Opening First Clearwater Location
News footage from the first Tampa area Trader Joe’s grand opening back in March of 2014.
Finally! After years of just having 2 locations to choose from, Trader Joe’s is opening a third Tampa area location. This one will be in Pinellas County.
Trader Joe’s in Tampa Bay
Until now, Trader Joe’s only has two locations in the Tampa Bay area. The first opened almost 10 years ago on West Swann Avenue in Tampa. Later another was added on 4th Street North in St. Petersburg. Both have always been super busy. Besides the crowded small aisles, parking during peak shopping periods has always been a challenge. Fans of the grocery market chain have always wondered why Trader Joe’s stopped with just the two Tampa area stores. So this new location is welcome news. But where exactly is it?
The new location confusion: Clearwater or Palm Harbor?
Trader Joe’s posted to their website this week that they’ll open their newest grocery store in Tampa Bay. The location is labeled “Clearwater.” However, the address is actually in Palm Harbor. The store will open at 33591 US Highway 19 North. That’s the Highland Lakes Plaza. That puts them right across the street from competitor Sprouts Farmers Market and right next door to a Publix. As to WHEN the new location in Palm Harbor will open, there’s no word yet.
Safety Harbor Hoax
Fans got all excited a little over a year ago when a photo went viral of a sign at a construction site in Safety Harbor. A small sign at the Northwood Oaks shopping center read: “No Trespassing: Authorized personnel only inside fenced area by order of management.” Right below that warning was the Trader Joe’s logo. It was once a Sweetbay but had been sitting empty since 2021. The sign was apparently a hoax.
The announcement of the new “Clearwater” location on the Trader Joe’s website reads: “At Trader Joe’s in Clearwater , we see ourselves as your neighborhood grocery store. Step inside and you’ll find unconventional and interesting products in the Trader Joe’s label like Mandarin Orange Chicken and Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate, as well as everyday basics like milk, eggs and fresh produce. Most importantly, we offer all of our delicious, quality products at the very best prices. We’re happy to be part of your community, and proud to offer you unique products and an exceptional shopping experience, every day.”
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The Trader Joe’s sign is seen during the grand opening of a Trader Joe’s on October 18, 2013 in Pinecrest, Florida.
