Family-Owned Supermarket Opens Second Store In East Orange

EAST ORANGE, NJ — A supermarket founded by Cuban immigrants recently opened its second location in East Orange.

A ribbon cutting event for Extra Supermarket’s new location at 80 Central Avenue took place on April 23. Watch the video below or view it online here.

According to a social media post from the City of East Orange:

“Originating in the 1990's, and founded by Cuban immigrants, Extra Supermarket has been in operation for more than 30 years. This family-owned and operated grocery store has maintained its success over the years by providing affordable food options for the average working family. What makes Extra ‘extra special’ is by far one of the largest selections of imported and international products representing the diverse cultures that make up our community!”

The 11,000-square-foot space was previously home to a Rite Aid.

The new location at 80 Central Avenue is the second Extra Supermarket in East Orange; another store is located at 563 Central Avenue. The supermarket also has locations in Newark, Maplewood and Dover.

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