Lunardi's
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| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1953 in San Francisco, United States |
| Founder | Alfredo Lunardi |
Number of locations | 8 stores (2026) |
| Website | lunardi's |
Lunardi's Markets is an American grocery store chain founded in 1953. It operates eight locations in California.
History
In 1953, Alfredo Lunardi (1929–2018) bought the Mother's Market, a local market at 23rd and Irving Street in San Francisco shortly after immigrating to the United States from Italy.[1] It was operated as a family business.[1][2]
In 2002, Lunardi's opened in San Jose, California, which pleased local residents. However, in 2007, Lunardi's unexpectedly closed, which shocked many residents. A local resident gained 3000 signatures on a petition to reopen Lunardi's.[3]
In 2008, the 8th store opened in Danville, California after the company acquired a former Andronico's market.[4][5]
References
- 1 2 "Alfredo Lunardi (July 14, 1929 – July 9, 2018)". San Francisco Chronicle (obituary). July 15, 2018. p. 36. Retrieved 2026-05-31.
- ↑ "Food Fair regulars bid it farewell". San Francisco Examiner. July 18, 1983. p. 30. Retrieved 2026-05-31 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Evergreen stunned: Lunardi's market closes in San Jose". The Mercury News. 2007-09-06. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ Doronila, Jordan M. (April 19, 2007). "Lunardi says store has family spirit". Danville San Ramon. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ Sarkar, Pia (September 13, 2006). "Andronico's sells Danville market". San Francisco Chronicle. p. 30. Retrieved 2026-05-31 – via Newspapers.com.