Trader Joe's Opens First Northern Utah Store in Riverdale, Plans Holladay and Herriman Expansions

Trader Joe's opened its first store north of Salt Lake County in Riverdale, Utah, fulfilling long-standing community requests and marking a significant retail milestone for the city. The 9,248-square-foot store, located at 4060 S Riverdale Road in a former Shopko space, attracted large crowds during its grand opening with festivities including a marching band and local leadership participation. Local officials, including Mayor Braden Mitchell and Community Development Director Brandon Cooper, expressed optimism that the store will rejuvenate the Riverdale Road commercial corridor, increase foot traffic, and stimulate economic growth by boosting activity for surrounding businesses. The Riverdale store is part of a broader expansion of Trader Joe’s in Utah, with upcoming locations planned in Holladay and Herriman, the latter coinciding with new retail developments like a Target store. Trader Joe’s unique grocery offerings and community engagement, such as donating unsold products to local nonprofits, contribute to its strong local following and economic impact. Residents expressed excitement, viewing the store as a valuable addition to their community and a catalyst for revitalizing local commerce.