Orlando, August 29, 2025
News Summary
A new Publix supermarket will open on S. Hiawassee Road in Orlando, replacing a previous location that was demolished. The store will feature a variety of departments including a deli, bakery, and pharmacy, aiming to enhance the shopping experience. The opening is part of Publix’s initiative to modernize its stores in Central Florida. The grand opening is planned for September 25, with special features to be announced closer to the date.
Orlando — A new Publix supermarket will open on September 25, 2025, at 2435 S. Hiawassee Road. The store will occupy approximately 48,000 square feet and replaces a previous Publix location that was demolished last year.
What is opening and when
The new Publix is scheduled to begin operations on September 25, 2025. The single-floor location at 2435 S. Hiawassee Road will house full-service grocery operations. The rebuild follows the demolition of an earlier store on the same site, and the company positioned the replacement as part of a broader effort to modernize its footprint in Central Florida.
Store layout and customer offerings
The Orlando store will include standard supermarket departments commonly found at Publix: a deli, bakery, produce, meat, seafood, grocery and an on-site pharmacy. Company representatives indicated that updates to this location reflect a goal of providing a more pleasurable shopping experience and meeting modern consumer needs.
Grand opening and special features
Details about a special feature planned for the grand opening are to be announced closer to the September 25 date. The company has confirmed there will be a distinct element tied to the opening, but specifics were not released at this time.
Prototype format and regional rollout
Separately, Publix plans to introduce a new prototype store format in Central Florida after earlier prototype designs were deployed in Tampa and Wesley Chapel. The prototype stores expand deli options and add new in-store experiences, including items such as burrito bowls and a pizza oven, along with a Pours area that offers a selection of beverages. While many of the prototype designs are being built in the chain’s Kentucky market, one prototype is planned for Polk County in Florida.
Other upcoming Florida openings
- A Publix store at 6900 Daniels Parkway in Fort Myers is scheduled to open on September 11, 2025. This location will include a separate liquor store on site.
- Another Publix will open on September 25, 2025, at Riviera Plaza in Coral Gables.
Construction updates in Polk County and Lakeland
In Lakeland, a store under construction at 4730 S. Florida Ave. is being built with expanded deli offerings and a Pours area similar to the prototype concept, though no opening date has been announced for that location. Planning documents indicate continued interest in bringing prototype elements across Central Florida while also maintaining conventional supermarket departments where appropriate.
Why this matters to shoppers
The new Orlando store is part of a broader strategy to refresh and modernize grocery locations to align with current shopping preferences. The mix of traditional departments and new prototype offerings aims to provide more prepared food choices and beverage options in addition to standard grocery and pharmacy services. Customers in the area can expect a rebuilt facility with updated amenities and the potential for expanded food-service selections depending on whether prototype elements are incorporated at this specific site.
Quick facts
- Opening date: September 25, 2025
- Address: 2435 S. Hiawassee Road, Orlando
- Size: Approximately 48,000 square feet
- Key departments: Deli, bakery, produce, meat, seafood, grocery, pharmacy
- Related openings: Fort Myers (Sept. 11, 2025) with liquor store; Coral Gables (Sept. 25, 2025)
- Prototype notes: Expanded deli items, pizza oven, burrito bowls, Pours area; prototypes concentrated in Kentucky and planned for Polk County
FAQ
When will the new Publix in Orlando open?
The store is scheduled to open on September 25, 2025.
Where is the new store located?
The address is 2435 S. Hiawassee Road in Orlando.
How large is the new Publix?
The facility covers approximately 48,000 square feet.
What departments will the store include?
Planned departments include deli, bakery, produce, meat, seafood, grocery and pharmacy.
Will the Orlando store feature the new prototype format?
Publix is introducing a prototype format in Central Florida after testing in Tampa and Wesley Chapel, but the company has not confirmed that the Orlando Hiawassee location will include all prototype elements.
Are there other Publix openings in Florida this month?
Yes. A Fort Myers store at 6900 Daniels Parkway will open on September 11 and will include a liquor store. Another store will open on September 25 at Riviera Plaza in Coral Gables.
Is there a confirmed opening date for the Lakeland store?
No opening date has been announced for the Lakeland store at 4730 S. Florida Ave.; construction includes expanded deli offerings and a Pours area.
Will there be special activities for the grand opening?
The company indicated a special feature is planned for the grand opening, but details will be released closer to the event.
Feature chart
| Feature | Status for Orlando store | Regional/prototype status |
|---|---|---|
| Deli, bakery, produce, meat, seafood, grocery, pharmacy | Included | Standard for most stores |
| Prototype expanded deli items (burrito bowls, pizza oven) | Not confirmed for Hiawassee location | Planned in Central Florida prototypes |
| Pours area (beverage station) | Not confirmed for Hiawassee location | Included in prototype designs and in some new builds |
| Separate liquor store | Not part of Orlando Hiawassee plans | Confirmed for Fort Myers (6900 Daniels Pkwy.) |
| Special grand opening feature | Planned, details forthcoming | Event-specific at time of opening |
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