Aldi does not have the most grocery stores in Florida, not even close. Publix still holds that title with a commanding lead of more than 900 stores in more than 250 cities, according to data site ScrapeHero. Winn-Dixie is next, with nearly 330 stores in 155 cities.
But the no-frills discount grocery chain is coming up fast with 312 stores in 175 cities in Florida, far more than in any other state, with more opening every month. The next one is in Oviedo, with a grand opening happening April 30. Two more were announced this week for May, in Davie and Venice.
Aldi, famous for its low prices, emphasis on store-brand stock, and lack of amenities such as on-site delis, bakeries, pharmacies, or baggers, has plenty of stores in big metro areas such as Orlando (11), Tampa (11), and Jacksonville (16), but it’s also rapidly spreading into smaller markets where a discount grocery store might be badly needed. Many of the stores are former Winn-Dixie locations — from when Aldi briefly owned them in 2025 — that can be quickly remodeled and reopened in established shopping centers.
This year marks Aldi’s 50th anniversary in the U.S. The company has launched nearly 20 stores so far this year, following 60 new and converted stores opened in Florida in 2025. The new stores are part of the chain’s rapid expansion plan to open more than 180 new stores nationwide in 2026.
Where, when are new Aldi locations opening in Florida?
The next Florida Aldi store openings are:
The new stores will be the first in Davie, the second for both Oviedo and Venice. Early shoppers in line get bags of free Aldi products and gift cards.
What this means for your grocery choices
For shoppers, a local Aldi means more chances to save money on weekly grocery bills, especially on pantry staples, produce, and private-label items. The chain recently announced it was removing 44 preservatives, artificial sweeteners, and other ingredients from all its private label products, which make up 90% of its stock.
According to the company’s 2025 Price Leadership Report, Aldi claims that prices overall run up to 35% cheaper compared to other grocery stores. In 2024, a Florida Times-Union reporter compared prices for common products at Publix, Winn-Dixie, and Aldi and found that all the common staples she checked, like milk, ground beef, chicken, and snacks, cost less at Aldi, sometimes up to 30% cheaper (see her shopping choices here).
In neighborhoods where an Aldi is replacing a Winn-Dixie, the lower prices come at a cost: local shoppers will lose the in-store pharmacy and hot food options, and will be greeted with a much more limited selection of food and other items than they were used to.
However, an Aldi (or more) in the community could force Publix and other local grocers to drop prices or provide more promotions to compete.
Why Aldi is betting big on Florida
“We’re growing because our customers love our amazing quality products at unbeatable prices,” Aldi U.S. CEO Jason Hart told USA TODAY in a statement. “As we continue to grow, we remain focused on always offering the lowest possible prices to as many people as possible, no matter how they choose to shop.”
And Florida is an appealing market for several grocery store chains, with a rapidly growing population that needs to be fed. Publix, Winn-Dixie, Sprouts Farmers Market, Trader Joe’s, and more have all announced expansion plans into and across the Sunshine State.
Aldi’s explosive expansion into Florida is part of a national push to add hundreds of locations with a goal of 3,200 stores by the end of 2028.
To help stock all these new stores, Aldi has started a $35 million renovation of a 1.12 million-square-foot distribution facility on 200 acres in Baldwin in Duval County, with plans to open the doors in 2027.
Is an Aldi coming to your area in Florida?
To see if your neighborhood is on Aldi’s radar, first check the list to make sure there isn’t already one nearby. There are 312 Aldi locations in Florida as of April 28. You can find the list at stores.aldi.us/fl.
You can also see what’s coming up in Florida and elsewhere at the company’s Grand Openings page at stores.aldi.us/grand-openings.
C. A. Bridges is a journalist for the USA TODAY Network-Florida’s service journalism Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday day by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY.
This article originally appeared on Florida Today: New Aldi opening in Florida this week, 2 more announced for May
Reporting by C. A. Bridges, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Florida Today
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