Milwaukee-based grocer Roundy’s, Inc. (NYSE: RNDY) opened it’s 30th Mariano’s store to the public on Tuesday, February 3 at its new location near the corner of 95th Street and South Maplewood Avenue in Evergreen Park, Ill. Newly developed by a joint venture partnership including IBT Group, Pine Tree Commercial Realty, and Inland Real Estate Corporation, the Mariano’s-anchored shopping center features nearly 93,000 SF of leasable space.
While adding nearly 400 jobs to the community, the new Mariano’s store will feature a Crumbs Bake Shop, live piano music, Vero premium coffees, homemade gelato, daily smoked BBQ, and a full-service pharmacy, among other amenities, according to Roundy’s.
A special Grand Opening ceremony held Monday, February 2, saw Bob Mariano himself greeting guests at the door. Store employees, journalists, and representatives of those involved in the development of the Mariano’s location and its shopping center gathered for great food, live music, and more.