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Bloomingdale Supermarket by Foodtown Opens Bringing High Quality Foods

Supermarket will cater to diverse needs of community by offering natural and organic foods and value lines.

The opening of Bloomingdale Supermarket by Foodtown on January 5, 2024, marked a significant event for the local community. Despite the cold weather, eager shoppers lined up for the grand opening of the 8,000 square foot supermarket located at 78 Main Street in Bloomingdale, NJ, replacing the former IGA Supermarket.

The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, a highlight of the event, attracted various store and local officials. Among the notable attendees were store co-owners Adam and Erica Shapiro, President and Chief Operating Officer of Allegiance Retail Services/Foodtown Joseph Fantozzi, Bloomingdale Representatives Mayor John D’Amato, Council President John Graziano, Councilman Ray Yazdi, Business Administrator Mike Sondermeyer, and Economic Development Commission members Jennifer Ellis and Nadia Hussian.

During the ceremony, Mayor D’Amato welcomed the Shapiros and presented them with a proclamation, commending their new business venture as a demonstration of their pride in the community and commitment to the future development of the downtown area. He extended the well wishes of the Borough's Governing Body for a successful future.

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Michael Sondermeyer, the town’s Business Administrator, expressed excitement about the convenience the new supermarket brings to the community, especially for those living along Main Street or within walking distance who may not drive. He explained that this aligns with the Town Council's focus on fostering businesses that support the local community and economy.

The aim of the Bloomingdale Supermarket by Foodtown is to cater to the diverse needs of the community and offer high-quality products at affordable prices, delivering on Foodtown’s promise Quality Meals Begin Here. Grocery and perishable offerings will include natural and organic choices, value lines, garden fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh baked goods, specialty meats and cheeses, grab-and-go meals, and fresh flowers.

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This establishment marks the second supermarket owned and operated by the Shapiro family. Adam Shapiro expressed his family's eagerness to be an integral part of the Bloomingdale community. “Foodtown’s are locally Owned and family operated and we promise to work towards offering an exceptional shopping experience, emphasizing our commitment to providing the community with the grocery choices they need to support a healthy lifestyle.”

Bloomingdale Supermarket by Foodtown, located at 78 Main Street, offers ample onsite parking for customers' convenience, and its daily operating hours are from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. The new supermarket serves as a valuable addition to the community, contributing to the growth and well-being of Bloomingdale residents.

About Allegiance Retail Services LLC

Allegiance Retail Services, LLC supports independent supermarkets (e.g., Foodtown, Freshtown, D’Agostino, Gristedes, Morton Williams, Pathmark, LaBella Marketplace, Brooklyn Harvest, Market Fresh, Big Deal Food Market, Green Way Markets, Brigidos Fresh Market, Olive Tree Marketplace, Bloomingdale Supermarket by Foodtown, and Shop n Bag), for retail success by providing them with marketing, advertising, technological and merchandising support, as well as a full line of private label products, including Foodtown, Green Way and Rancher’s Legend. For more information, please visit www.allegianceretailservices.com

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