Trader Joe’s coming to North Downtown-

[Omaha Cowboy]

The “Cryptic Rumor Department” has heard from a source with Creighton University yesterday, that Trader Joe’s plans to locate their 2nd Omaha store in North Downtown..

No intel about time frame, but my opinion is, this development announcement could happen very soon..

On a scale of 1-10 (1 least likely, 10 definitely likely), considering the source, I say this is an 8.. Exciting times for Omaha development..

Stay tuned …

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[ChadJK]

Awesome to hear that Millennial Grocery Hipster Grocery Trader Joe's may be opening a second location.

[Omaha Cowboy]

Awesome to hear that Millennial Grocery Hipster Grocery Trader Joe's may be opening a second location.

Lol..

Honestly, I believe metro Omaha could support 3 or 4 TJ’s locations. 3 definitely imo…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[ChadJK]

People desperately wanted a Trader Joe's when I lived in Tulsa, but the only alcohol you could sell in a grocery store was 3.2 beer. Trader's Joe's would have to forego the alcohol section of their grocery store and they weren't willing to do that. Though, I know some of the alcohol laws in Oklahoma have changed over the last 10+ years, so perhaps it's no longer an issue.

Trader Joe's is like a few other businesses where despite the demand they are reluctant to open a second location. Cheesecake Factory and Cheddars are the same way. They could be at 100% capacity with a 90 minute wait to be seated 7 days a week and they will just not build another. lol Perhaps there's some marketing genius behind that. Maybe it makes the place feel trendier than it otherwise would.

[ItsAllAboutMe]

This would be fantastic!!! We were overdue for a good/reliable rumor.

[Omaha Cowboy]

This would be fantastic!!! We were overdue for a good/reliable rumor.

Indeed we were.. And this rumor definitely fits the good/reliable category …

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[Omaha Cowboy]

People desperately wanted a Trader Joe's when I lived in Tulsa, but the only alcohol you could sell in a grocery store was 3.2 beer. Trader's Joe's would have to forego the alcohol section of their grocery store and they weren't willing to do that. Though, I know some of the alcohol laws in Oklahoma have changed over the last 10+ years, so perhaps it's no longer an issue.

Trader Joe’s has a store in both Tulsa and Oklahoma City, so that 3.2 beer issue must have been resolved…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[thenewguy]

This would be fantastic!!! We were overdue for a good/reliable rumor.

Indeed we were.. And this rumor definitely fits the good/reliable category …

Ciao..LiO…Peace

i wonder if this will change the (possible) grocer component to the civic site?

[Omaha Cowboy]

This would be fantastic!!! We were overdue for a good/reliable rumor.

Indeed we were.. And this rumor definitely fits the good/reliable category …

Ciao..LiO…Peace

i wonder if this will change the (possible) grocer component to the civic site?

If this happens, I’d certainly say it might…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[NEDodger]

Would this be in the development adjacent to Kiewit, then?

[Doctor Fate]

This would be awesome for downtown Omaha!

We are moving to the Courthouse area in Arlington, VA next week and a Trader Joe's is just a 5 min walk away.

[Omaha Cowboy]

Would this be in the development adjacent to Kiewit, then?

Possibly..and I’d say that’d be a good landing spot..There was no exact location given…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[Omaha Cowboy]

This would be awesome for downtown Omaha!

We are moving to the Courthouse area in Arlington, VA next week and a Trader Joe's is just a 5 min walk away.

Nice move!..

And a TJ’s in North Downtown would be awesome for sure…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[Jins123]

Would this be in the development adjacent to Kiewit, then?

Possibly..and I’d say that’d be a good landing spot..There was no exact location given…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

I’ve always thought off of Cummings would be a better idea, but can understand the reasoning for others wanting it to be IN DOWNTOWN core area, walkability and such.

[Omaha Cowboy]

Would this be in the development adjacent to Kiewit, then?

Possibly..and I’d say that’d be a good landing spot..There was no exact location given…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

I’ve always thought off of Cummings would be a better idea, but can understand the reasoning for others wanting it to be IN DOWNTOWN core area, walkability and such.

Honestly, that’d be a decent landing spot too.. My preference, though, would be to have the store land within the core area of Downtown…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[ItsAllAboutMe]

My guess is it will land at the Civic Square project.

[Omahomie]

Fantastic rumor and hope it comes to north DT! Creighton students will frequent it not to mention the businesses around Millwork. Rather than only this having grocery another Hy-Vee, Aldi or Target would be nice in the civic spot.

[ita]

Would this be in the development adjacent to Kiewit, then?

Possibly..and I’d say that’d be a good landing spot..There was no exact location given…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

I’ve always thought off of Cummings would be a better idea, but can understand the reasoning for others wanting it to be IN DOWNTOWN core area, walkability and such.

Honestly, that’d be a decent landing spot too.. My preference, though, would be to have the store land within the core area of Downtown…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

The builders district has a spot marked for a small grocer in the current renderings. I think Noddle situated next to cuming. Between millwork and builders district, they are adding almost 1000 units. Both districts also boast a decent amount of office space. Additionally, if there is further development at lot B, plus Creighton's staff and students and nearby hotels, there is a decent population within walking distance.

If trader Joe's goes there, maybe we could get an Aldi at civic site.

[Omaha Cowboy]

Would this be in the development adjacent to Kiewit, then?

Possibly..and I’d say that’d be a good landing spot..There was no exact location given…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

I’ve always thought off of Cummings would be a better idea, but can understand the reasoning for others wanting it to be IN DOWNTOWN core area, walkability and such.

Honestly, that’d be a decent landing spot too.. My preference, though, would be to have the store land within the core area of Downtown…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

The builders district has a spot marked for a small grocer in the current renderings. I think Noddle situated next to cuming. Between millwork and builders district, they are adding almost 1000 units. Both districts also boast a decent amount of office space. Additionally, if there is further development at lot B, plus Creighton's staff and students and nearby hotels, there is a decent population within walking distance.

If trader Joe's goes there, maybe we could get an Aldi at civic site.

I like where you’re going with this one ita..

I’d like to see it- both!…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[Garrett]

If this pans out as expected I think this is a sign that North Downtown has finally hit critical mass after years of slow, gradually increasing development

[ita]

Would this be in the development adjacent to Kiewit, then?

Possibly..and I’d say that’d be a good landing spot..There was no exact location given…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

I’ve always thought off of Cummings would be a better idea, but can understand the reasoning for others wanting it to be IN DOWNTOWN core area, walkability and such.

Honestly, that’d be a decent landing spot too.. My preference, though, would be to have the store land within the core area of Downtown…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

The builders district has a spot marked for a small grocer in the current renderings. I think Noddle situated next to cuming. Between millwork and builders district, they are adding almost 1000 units. Both districts also boast a decent amount of office space. Additionally, if there is further development at lot B, plus Creighton's staff and students and nearby hotels, there is a decent population within walking distance.

If trader Joe's goes there, maybe we could get an Aldi at civic site.

I like where you’re going with this one ita..

I’d like to see it- both!…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

First things first, let's see an announcement from trader Joe's.

Btw if the rumor is for North Downtown, then that excludes the civic site. North downtown has always been north of i-480, right?

[Omaha Cowboy]

Would this be in the development adjacent to Kiewit, then?

Possibly..and I’d say that’d be a good landing spot..There was no exact location given…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

I’ve always thought off of Cummings would be a better idea, but can understand the reasoning for others wanting it to be IN DOWNTOWN core area, walkability and such.

Honestly, that’d be a decent landing spot too.. My preference, though, would be to have the store land within the core area of Downtown…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

The builders district has a spot marked for a small grocer in the current renderings. I think Noddle situated next to cuming. Between millwork and builders district, they are adding almost 1000 units. Both districts also boast a decent amount of office space. Additionally, if there is further development at lot B, plus Creighton's staff and students and nearby hotels, there is a decent population within walking distance.

If trader Joe's goes there, maybe we could get an Aldi at civic site.

I like where you’re going with this one ita..

I’d like to see it- both!…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

First things first, let's see an announcement from trader Joe's.

Btw if the rumor is for North Downtown, then that excludes the civic site. North downtown has always been north of i-480, right?

The intel is that Trader Joe’s will be opening a 2nd Omaha location in North Downtown, which is North of I-480…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[Linkin5]

Thanks for the info. This would be massive and certainly seem to throw a wrench in the civic plans.

[Dusty]

The builders district has a spot marked for a small grocer in the current renderings. I think Noddle situated next to cuming. Between millwork and builders district, they are adding almost 1000 units. Both districts also boast a decent amount of office space. Additionally, if there is further development at lot B, plus Creighton's staff and students and nearby hotels, there is a decent population within walking distance.

If trader Joe's goes there, maybe we could get an Aldi at civic site.

I like where you are going here! Traders Joes in North Downtown and Aldi at Civic Square.
Then you would need something near Leavenworth to make it a trifecta.

I want to tear down the parking garage on 11th and Jackson. Put a 8-10 story mixed use building here. On the bottom 2 floors would be a food market. Year-round vendors, cooking classes, food sampling, etc. Think like Seattle's Pike Place Market or Chelsea Market in New York.

[NEDodger]

Really makes me question White Lotus’s ability to get something put together if this grocery ends up getting announced before the Civic Site’s.

[Omaha Cowboy]

Thanks for the info. This would be massive and certainly seem to throw a wrench in the civic plans.

You’re welcome and I agree…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[Athomsfere]

I said it on the Urban Grocery store thread I think, but I'll say it again.

Trader Joe's just makes sense in downtown or North Downtown I guess. With their often more urban stores than a lot of others.

I hope its true, it offers a lot of things for college students and offers some food for regular people too.

[skip]

I saw an individual on Reddit almost a week ago mention that Trader Joes is going into the Civic project.

[Omaha Cowboy]

If this pans out as expected I think this is a sign that North Downtown has finally hit critical mass after years of slow, gradually increasing development

I agree with Garrett here.. Many of us long time forum members remember the early days of North Downtown development as we had a Forum meet up back in 2005 at “In Play” (remember In Play? A version of Dave & Busters Downtown, before D & B entered the Omaha market in 2006)..

Wherever Trader Joe’s decides to locate downtown, I think it will be a big hit. The solid rumor right now is North Downtown..

I feel good about this one.. We’ll see…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[nebugeater]

If this pans out as expected I think this is a sign that North Downtown has finally hit critical mass after years of slow, gradually increasing development

I agree with Garrett here.. Many of us long time forum members remember the early days of North Downtown development as we had a Forum meet up back in 2005 at “In Play” (remember In Play? A version of Dave & Busters Downtown, before D & B entered the Omaha market in 2006)..

Wherever Trader Joe’s decides to locate downtown, I think it will be a big hit. The solid rumor right now is North Downtown..

I feel good about this one.. We’ll see…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

So are you suggesting that after Trader Joe's happens that this will be a "meet up" location? ;)

[Omaha Cowboy]

If this pans out as expected I think this is a sign that North Downtown has finally hit critical mass after years of slow, gradually increasing development

I agree with Garrett here.. Many of us long time forum members remember the early days of North Downtown development as we had a Forum meet up back in 2005 at “In Play” (remember In Play? A version of Dave & Busters Downtown, before D & B entered the Omaha market in 2006)..

Wherever Trader Joe’s decides to locate downtown, I think it will be a big hit. The solid rumor right now is North Downtown..

I feel good about this one.. We’ll see…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

So are you suggesting that after Trader Joe's happens that this will be a "meet up" location? ;)

Now that you mention the possibility..

…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[ricko]

Trader Joe’s was one of the selling points for me when I bought my condo. I can walk there (and to 2 other grocery stores, and Lidl is coming soon). Can I get everything I need from TJ’s? No, but I could manage if it was the only store available. I always thought Omaha could support 3 or four of them. I like the quality of their products, mostly at a good price point. They are also known to pay and treat their employees well.

[Omaha Cowboy]

Trader Joe’s was one of the selling points for me when I bought my condo. I can walk there (and to 2 other grocery stores, and Lidl is coming soon). Can I get everything I need from TJ’s? No, but I could manage if it was the only store available. I always thought Omaha could support 3 or four of them. I like the quality of their products, mostly at a good price point. They are also known to pay and treat their employees well.

Good commentary..

And I believe if Trader Joe’s ends up opening in North Downtown, it would be an obvious selling point and may tip the scale of attractiveness for those looking to move into a more urban environment…

Ciao..LiO…Peace

[guy4omaha]

Ah yes, In Play. I had forgotten all about that place.

[Renovator2559]

I would much rather have a store like Mom's Organic Market than Trader Joe's.

But Mom's Organic Market is only in the DC area. I'm a fan of that store plus it includes an organic and greens restaurant called Naked Lunch. The quantity, flavor and nutrition was top notch at a much lower price than healthy restaurants in Omaha.

Plus buying, dispensing fresh gallons of alkaline ionized water was a nice bonus.

[MrsSpr0ut]

I have also heard the TJ's news. Fingers crossed.

My upper-middle class family loves Trader Joe's, but I wish North Omaha could get another more affordable grocery store.

[Busguy2010]

Aldi at 30th & Sorensen is at the heart of North Omaha. Just a few minutes walk from the North Omaha Transit Center, and North Omaha has the densest public transit service in the city. Walmart at 50th & Ames is also quite accessible. Bakers and Family Fare also up in Florence. I don't see another grocer coming in. North Downtown isn't North Omaha. I think Trader Joe's would be a decent fit, but I think a Walmart Neighborhood market or Hy-vee would be way better.

[nativeomahan]

I have also heard the TJ's news. Fingers crossed.

My upper-middle class family loves Trader Joe's, but I wish North Omaha could get another more affordable grocery store.

I’ve never considered TJ’s to be expensive for anything. Their wines are seriously priced to sell. Same with their food, which is probably why they are so popular, including with young people who presumably don’t have a ton of “fun money” left over at the end of the month,

[ricko]

I think TJ’s has a reputation in Omaha for being an upscale/expensive place because of where it’s located. Most of the stores near me are in working class neighborhoods. Their prices for certain items are some of the best around, and they’re always packed. My favorite table wine is an Italian Sangiovese they sell for $4.99.

[Garrett]

Random commenter on reddit with the source of "Creighton" said that TJ's was going to 17th/Cuming