Green Way Market To Open In Maplewood, Replace Kings Supermarket

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Attention shoppers! In Maplewood, a new supermarket, Green Way Market, will open in fall, taking over the space previously occupied by Kings, town officials announced Friday. READ MORE: Kings Spokeswoman Confirms Maplewood Store Will Shut

Green Way has three locations in the New York/New Jersey area, the latest having opened in Ridgewood in February.

Owner and operator Adam Shapiro was drawn to Maplewood after visiting and spending time in the community, said a release from the town.

"As a lifelong grocer and a family-owned business, my wife and I both thought the Maplewood project was a perfect opportunity,” said Shapiro. “We now know Maplewood is a special place with a government team who wants to serve their community and we can’t wait to be a part of that culture."

He added, "Green Way Market will offer traditional groceries with a high level of focus on Fresh, Natural and Organics, and Convenience. We are completely transforming the old store to heighten the shopping experience with a special call out to customer service. We look forward to greeting all of our customers and plan to become a fabric of this special community.”

According to the release, "Green Way Markets prides itself on providing a better shopping experience, competitive pricing, fresh, high-quality products, and affordable organics. According to their website, Green Way aims to be a 'neighborhood destination for shopping, socializing, and overall satisfaction' for the community."

Maplewood Mayor Frank McGehee commented, "We are extremely delighted to welcome Greenway Market of Maplewood to our community. We're very excited about this enhanced grocery experience for our residents and wonderful partnership for years to come."

Deputy Deputy Mayor and Village Alliance Liaison Dean Dafis added, “We're most grateful for Greenway's investment in our community and welcome them and their better supermarket experience with open arms (and wallets). They're sure to establish their own worthy legacy as an important anchor in our beloved Maplewood Village."

Several residents with experience in the industry worked with the town on grocery recruitment, said the township.

Carlo Caparruva, Midtown Commercial Realty Principal, brokered this deal, landing on Green Way after contacting over 40 grocers.

"As a business owner and resident of Maplewood, it was important that we got this right. Replacing a grocer that has been in Maplewood for 80 years is no easy task, but Greenway is the perfect fit for our community. I'm really proud,” said Caparruva.

Even the town historian, Susan Newberry, rolled up her sleeves, officials said. "It was Susan who read about Green Way moving into the former Kings in Ridgewood and suggested reaching out to them," said the release.

"Green Way’s Maplewood Market is an exciting addition to our community and will enhance the variety, vibrancy, and vitality of our Village business district,” says Cat Delett, the Maplewood Village Alliance Manager. “Adam has a keen sense of who we are as a community and wants to tailor the Market to fit our needs."

After completing a full inside renovation and exterior facade improvements, Shapiro plans to open the doors in early fall.

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