T&T Supermarket, Canada’s largest Asian grocery retailer, will expand its U.S. footprint with a new store in San Francisco, marking its fourth confirmed American location. Set to open in Winter 2026, the new store will be located at San Francisco City Center at 2675 Geary Boulevard, strategically positioned at the intersection of Geary Boulevard and Masonic Avenue.
This announcement follows the successful launch of T&T’s first U.S. store in Bellevue, Washington, and recent plans for new stores in Lynnwood, Washington, and San Jose, California.
Serving Affluent Neighbourhoods in the City by the Bay
The San Francisco store places T&T in a prime position to serve some of the city’s most affluent and culturally diverse neighbourhoods. The City Center site will allow the retailer to reach customers from Pacific Heights, Presidio Heights, the Richmond District, and other surrounding communities.
“San Francisco offers a unique and eclectic food scene, and the neighbourhood we’ve chosen is a vibrant retail hub,” said Tina Lee, CEO of T&T Supermarkets. “We’re looking forward to serving food-loving San Franciscans with our fresh foods, delicious meals, and baked goods. I think our neighbours at the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center and the University of San Francisco are going to discover this is a great spot for lunch or for bringing something tasty home after work. San Francisco is on the rise, and we’re excited to be part of its next chapter.”
Kenneth Bernstein, CEO of Acadia Realty Trust, landlord of San Francisco City Center, added, “We are thrilled to welcome T&T Supermarkets to San Francisco as part of our ongoing commitment to bringing diverse, high-quality retail to the heart of this vibrant city. We look forward to T&T becoming an integral part of the community for many years to come.”
Unique Offerings Set T&T Apart from Traditional Supermarkets
T&T Supermarket will introduce San Francisco shoppers to a range of specialty items and services that differentiate it from conventional grocers. Over 200 T&T private-label products will be available, including bestsellers such as pork soup dumplings (Xiao Long Bao), green onion pancakes, Korean kalbi marinade, and popular seaweed snacks.
The store will feature a fast-casual restaurant format offering authentic Asian dishes such as Peking Duck, BBQ selections, Crispy Papa Chicken, and a sushi counter.
The in-store bakery will serve more than 150 freshly baked breads and over 50 desserts, including viral favourites like Mango Pomelo Swiss Rolls, Lava Mochi Puffs, and Napoleon Portuguese Egg Tarts.
For beverage enthusiasts, the store will also offer a wide selection of wines and spirits with a notable emphasis on Korean soju and Japanese sake, catering to a growing interest in East Asian alcoholic beverages.
T&T’s Growing U.S. Presence
The San Francisco location continues T&T’s aggressive push into the U.S. market, with a clear strategy to serve diverse and urban centres with strong demand for authentic Asian cuisine.
T&T opened its first U.S. store in December 2024 in Bellevue, Washington. At 76,000 square feet, it is considered the largest grocery store in Washington State. The Lynnwood location, just north of Seattle, is expected to open in the summer of 2025.
In California, T&T announced a 55,000-square-foot store in San Jose’s Westgate Center, scheduled to open in fall 2025. That store will feature a barbecue counter, dim sum and street food offerings, and a made-to-order Chinese crepe station.
Each store reflects T&T’s efforts to tailor its offering to the local market while maintaining the brand’s identity built on quality, variety, and innovation.
Canadian Roots, Global Vision
Founded in Burnaby, British Columbia in 1993 by Taiwanese-Canadian entrepreneur Cindy Lee, T&T Supermarket has grown to become a cornerstone of Asian grocery retail in Canada. The brand operates more than 38 stores across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and now Washington State.
In 2009, the chain was acquired by Loblaw Companies Limited for $225 million. Under the leadership of CEO Tina Lee, daughter of founder Cindy Lee, the company has expanded its retail footprint and launched an e-commerce platform to serve online customers nationwide in Canada.
Headquartered in Richmond, British Columbia, T&T continues to prioritize authenticity, freshness, and innovation while building a loyal customer base at home and abroad.
