T&T Supermarket, Canada’s largest Asian grocery retailer, is continuing its rapid U.S. expansion with the announcement of a major new store in Chino Hills, California. The new 61,000-square-foot location, set to open in Fall 2026 at Crossroads Marketplace, will be the company’s sixth planned U.S. location and its second in Southern California.
Located at 13017–13021 Peyton Drive in Chino Hills, the upcoming store will occupy two former retail spaces—a Best Buy and a Bed Bath & Beyond—transformed into one unified supermarket space. T&T will join a prominent retail lineup at Crossroads Marketplace that includes Costco and PetSmart, further strengthening the centre’s regional draw.
“We’re so excited to continue our expansion in California,” said Tina Lee, CEO of T&T Supermarkets, in a release. “Chino Hills is a wonderful community to live, and we can’t wait to add to the local food scene. We’re transforming two vacant retail spaces… into one big food destination spanning 61,000 square feet. Get ready for the full T&T experience!”
Full-Service Grocery and Food Destination
The Chino Hills location will bring the full breadth of T&T’s signature offerings to Southern California, combining specialty Asian grocery products with an extensive prepared food program. The store will feature a sushi counter, as well as T&T’s well-known stations for Peking Duck and Roasted Papa Chicken. A self-serve hot food bar will provide restaurant-quality meals at supermarket prices, further enhancing the in-store experience.
T&T’s bakery will be a major highlight, with more than 150 types of breads and over 50 desserts available daily. Popular items include the chain’s viral Mango Pomelo Swiss Rolls, Napoleon Egg Tarts, and Lava Mochi Puffs, which have attracted considerable attention on social media and among food enthusiasts. The store’s product mix will also include a wide variety of Asian snacks, sauces, frozen goods, and pantry staples.
Shoppers will be able to explore a curated selection of Asian wines and spirits, with a particular emphasis on Japanese sake and Korean soju. Additionally, the location will carry more than 200 of T&T’s private-label items, such as juicy pork soup dumplings (Xiao Long Bao), green onion pancakes, Korean kalbi marinade, and a range of seaweed-based snacks. The combination of ready-to-eat food, hard-to-find ingredients, and cultural authenticity is designed to position the new Chino Hills store as a destination for both everyday shopping and culinary exploration.
Job Creation and E-Commerce Presence
The new location is expected to generate approximately 350 jobs in the local community. Hiring is already underway through the company’s U.S. recruitment site.
While the Chino Hills store won’t open until 2026, California customers can currently shop online through the T&T app or website. The digital storefront includes dried goods, snacks, and Asian beauty products. Customers can also sign up for the T&T Rewards Program to access discounts and free shipping options.
T&T’s U.S. Growth Trajectory
T&T’s U.S. expansion began in December 2024 with the opening of a 76,000-square-foot flagship store in Bellevue, Washington—the largest grocery store in that state. That location marked a turning point in the retailer’s growth strategy, building on decades of success across Canada.
In the months following Bellevue’s launch, the company announced additional U.S. locations in Lynnwood, WA; San Jose, CA; San Francisco, CA; and Irvine, CA. Each new store is strategically placed in high-density areas with strong demand for authentic Asian food experiences.
The Chino Hills store, which will be the largest in California to date, represents a continued push into the Southern California market, following the previously announced 34,000-square-foot location in Irvine’s Great Park neighbourhood.
Canadian Retail Legacy
Founded in Vancouver in 1993 by Cindy Lee, T&T Supermarkets has grown from a single store in Burnaby’s Metrotown to over 38 locations across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and now the United States. The name “T&T” is a nod to Lee’s daughters, Tina and Tiffany.
In 2009, the chain was acquired by Loblaw Companies Limited for $225 million, a move that accelerated T&T’s national expansion and modernization. Under the leadership of CEO Tina Lee since 2014, the brand has continued to evolve with a focus on experiential retail, private label innovation, and digital transformation.
T&T is widely regarded as a pioneer in the Asian grocery category, with its immersive shopping environments that include live seafood tanks, in-store dim sum stations, and hot food counters, helping to set a new standard in ethnic and specialty retailing.
A Strategic Move into Southern California
Chino Hills, located in the Inland Empire region of Southern California, has become a popular suburban destination known for its quality of life, strong schools, and growing population. The area is home to a large and diverse Asian-American community—making it an ideal location for T&T’s latest expansion.
The Crossroads Marketplace store will allow T&T to build brand equity in the Los Angeles metropolitan area while catering to suburban shoppers who may have previously travelled long distances to access specialty Asian food retailers.
Looking Ahead
As it approaches the opening of multiple stores across California and Washington, T&T is positioning itself as a major player in the evolving U.S. grocery landscape. The brand’s mix of cultural authenticity, modern in-store experiences, and omni-channel convenience appeals to both first-generation immigrants and a growing base of North American customers interested in Asian cuisine and lifestyle.
The Chino Hills store is set to open in Fall 2026, bringing with it not only a broad assortment of food and household items, but also a community-focused destination for food lovers and families alike.
