Sprouts Farmers Market Opens First New York State Store in Centereach, Long Island
Sprouts Farmers Market is officially planting roots in New York, marking a major milestone for the fast-growing specialty grocer as it opens its first-ever Empire State location in Centereach, Long Island. The highly anticipated store, located at 1934 Middle Country Road, will welcome shoppers beginning Friday, January 30, following a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for 6:45 a.m. Doors will open to the public at 7 a.m., ushering in a new era of fresh, natural, and organic grocery options for the surrounding community.
The Centereach opening represents more than just a new store—it signals Sprouts Farmers Market’s continued expansion along the East Coast and its commitment to bringing affordable, health-focused food to neighborhoods that need it most. Known nationally for its farmer’s market-style layout, emphasis on fresh produce, and strong wellness positioning, Sprouts aims to make healthy living accessible without sacrificing quality or value.
A Weekend of Celebration and Savings
To celebrate the grand opening, Sprouts Farmers Market has planned a full weekend of festivities designed to welcome the Centereach community and introduce shoppers to the brand’s unique offerings. Throughout opening weekend, customers can enjoy onsite activities, giveaways, and opportunities to sample seasonal produce.
As a special thank-you, the first 200 shoppers on both Friday, January 30 and Saturday, January 31 will receive a free reusable goodie bag, filled with curated products and samples that showcase Sprouts’ diverse assortment. In addition, all shoppers who sign up for a Sprouts Rewards account during grand opening weekend will receive 20% off their purchase, making it an ideal time for first-time customers to explore the store.
The new location will operate daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., providing convenient access to fresh food and wellness products for residents across Centereach and neighboring Long Island communities.
A Fresh Take on Grocery Shopping
As one of the largest and fastest-growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural, and organic food in the United States, Sprouts Farmers Market has built its reputation around freshness, transparency, and discovery. From the moment shoppers step inside the Centereach store, they’ll encounter an experience designed to inspire healthier choices—without the premium price tag often associated with natural foods.
At the heart of the store is fresh produce, a defining feature of the Sprouts brand. The Centereach location places fruits and vegetables front and center, highlighting the season’s best offerings and reinforcing Sprouts’ commitment to farm-forward sourcing. To support local agriculture, Sprouts has partnered with regional and local growers, including Eastern Fresh Growers, Flaim Farms, Nardelli Bros. Inc. – Lake View Farms, and Sunny Valley International – The Jersey Fruit Company, to bring high-quality produce closer to home.
Beyond freshness, Sprouts is also focused on reducing food waste and addressing hunger through its Food Rescue program. Through this initiative, the Centereach store will donate groceries that are no longer fit for sale—but remain safe, nutritious, and edible—to Long Island Cares and Island Harvest, helping to strengthen the local food safety net.
Protein Choices for Every Lifestyle
Sprouts Farmers Market is widely recognized for its extensive selection of high-quality proteins, and the Centereach store is no exception. Shoppers will find a broad assortment that caters to a variety of dietary preferences and values, including No Antibiotics Ever chicken, 100% grass-fed beef, sustainably sourced seafood, and an array of vegetarian and vegan protein options.
This wide-ranging selection ensures that families, athletes, health-conscious consumers, and plant-forward shoppers alike can find products that align with their nutritional goals—all while maintaining Sprouts’ standards for quality and responsible sourcing.
Convenient, Fresh Meal Solutions
Understanding the growing demand for quick, wholesome meals, Sprouts has also made convenience a priority at its new Centereach location. Among the most popular offerings are the store’s fast, fresh lunch and dinner solutions, designed for busy lifestyles without compromising nutrition.
Highlights include $5 Sushi Wednesdays, where fresh sushi is rolled daily in-store and offered at a special price every Wednesday. The store’s Deli department is another customer favorite, featuring famous $5 sandwiches made with Sprouts Brand deli meats that are free from preservatives and nitrates and sliced fresh each day. Shoppers can choose from build-your-own options or convenient grab-and-go selections.
Additionally, Sprouts offers ready-to-eat meals, heat-and-eat prepared foods, and its popular Sprouts Wellness Bowls—fresh, protein-packed meals prepared daily and priced starting at $8.99, ideal for a quick lunch or healthy dinner on the go.
Wellness at the Core
Wellness extends far beyond food at Sprouts Farmers Market. The Centereach store features an expansive wellness department, offering more than 7,000 vitamins, supplements, and wellness products. To help customers navigate this extensive assortment, Sprouts provides trained wellness experts in every store, available to answer questions and offer guidance on nutrition, supplementation, and holistic health.
Another standout feature is the Sprouts Bulk Department, which offers hundreds of bins filled with freshly roasted coffee beans, grains, nuts, dried fruits, spices, baking essentials, trail mixes, and sweets. Customers can purchase exactly what they need—reducing waste and cost—while enjoying bulk items that are free from artificial colors and artificial flavors.
Rewards, Community, and Long-Term Impact
Sprouts’ commitment to value continues through Sprouts Rewards, a free loyalty program that allows members to earn points on every in-store and online purchase, unlock exclusive offers, and access special events. Points begin accumulating after the first purchase, making it easy for new customers to start saving immediately.
Local leaders have welcomed Sprouts’ arrival with enthusiasm. Councilman Neil Manzella called the opening “a great win for Centereach,” noting the community’s long-standing need for a supermarket and praising Sprouts’ emphasis on quality and community involvement.
That commitment is already taking shape through Sprouts’ philanthropic efforts. The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation recently announced a $325,000 donation to the Middle Country Library Foundation, supporting expanded nutrition education, wellness initiatives, and garden-based learning programs.
At the center of this partnership is a first-of-its-kind, 600-square-foot educational greenhouse, designed as a year-round learning space where children, families, and community members can engage in hands-on workshops that blend gardening, nutrition, and environmental education. The greenhouse will host seasonal events and ongoing programming, including the Let’s Eat: Farm to Table Exhibit opening February 21, spring and fall community festivals, gardening workshops, nutrition classes, and Green Teens volunteer opportunities.
Together, these initiatives underscore Sprouts Farmers Market’s broader mission: not just to sell groceries, but to invest meaningfully in the communities it serves—starting with Centereach, and now, New York.
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