Whole Foods to Open Second Miami Beach Location at 1901 Alton Road

Whole Foods Market in Miami Beach at 1901 Alton Road

Whole Foods Market in Miami Beach at 1901 Alton Road

Whole Foods Market is making waves in Sunset Harbour with bold plans for a four-story, roughly 40,000 square foot flagship store at 1901 Alton Road. This marks Miami Beach’s second Whole Foods—complementing the existing location just over a mile away—with a projected opening set for Fall 2026.

The site, which currently houses a Wells Fargo branch, was acquired by Crescent Heights/GFO Investments for approximately $15 million. It replaces the existing bank, yet continues to honor Wells Fargo’s presence through a new 4,000 square foot branch on-site. A major announcement—financing via a $54 million Ocean Bank construction loan—was made in June.

Designed by Studio MC+G with Oppenheim Architecture leading the façade, the development will feature 40,883 square feet of Whole Foods retail space, a new Wells Fargo branch, and a 271-space parking garage across the upper floors. Permitting is now underway, following design board approval in April 2024 for a similarly conceived project.

What shoppers can expect goes well beyond just groceries. Modeled on the recently opened Edgewater Whole Foods, the Sunset Harbour location will offer organic produce, local delicacies like Zak the Baker pastries, kombucha on tap, sushi, pizza bars, and a Cuban-style coffee station. The store will support over 130 Florida-based suppliers and stock more than 500 local products—all while maintaining Whole Foods’ high ingredient standards and Amazon One checkout conveniences.

Beyond groceries, this development strategically enhances Sunset Harbour’s evolving landscape. The added parking addresses longtime concerns in this dense urban corridor, while the mix of retail, dining, and banking services elevates pedestrian-friendly growth along Alton Road. Additionally, Whole Foods will extend community outreach through its “Nourishing Our Neighborhoods” program—donating to charities like The Caring Place, Urban Oasis Project, and Lotus House.

In summary, the new Whole Foods at 1901 Alton isn’t just another grocery store—it’s Miami Beach’s strategic investment in sustainable development and community enrichment. With construction on the horizon, this location is set to redefine shopping convenience, local food enthusiasm, and neighborhood vibrancy. Stay tuned as Sunset Harbour gets even greener.

Whole Foods Set to Open in Edgewater this Month

Whole Food Edgewater

After years of anticipation and heavy traffic treks to Brickell, residents of Edgewater, Midtown, and the Miami Design District can finally rejoice—Whole Foods Market is opening in Edgewater on Thursday, June 26. Located at 2910 Biscayne Blvd at the base of the brand-new Nema Miami development, this 53,400-square-foot store is more than just a grocery stop—it’s a celebration of Florida flavor and local pride.

Designed to reflect Miami’s tropical vibrancy, the store features bold colors, lush plant life, and native bird motifs, all woven into an immersive shopping experience. But what truly sets this Whole Foods apart is its deep commitment to local sourcing. Across every department, over 130 Florida-based vendors are represented, offering more than 500 locally crafted products—from Keys Fisheries spiny lobster tails and EcoRipe lychee to Zak the Baker pastries and 5150 Chocolate Co. bars.

Food lovers will appreciate the Cuban-style coffee bar serving café con leche and cortaditos, a bakery featuring treats from beloved Miami brands like Bunnie Cakes, and a prepared food section dishing up Sushi Maki rolls, fresh pizzas, and made-to-order sandwiches. The craft beer aisle is equally hyper-local, featuring brews from Tripping Animals, Prison Pals, and Green Bench Brewing among its 240 curated selections.

To celebrate its opening, Whole Foods is rolling out the red carpet for the first 300 customers with limited-edition totes and “Secret Saver” cards offering up to $100 in discounts. Guests can also enjoy complimentary coffee from Wells Coffee and pastries from Zak the Baker in the morning, followed by free Gelatys gelato pops in the afternoon.

Whole Foods is also giving back to the community through its Nourishing Our Neighborhoods program, donating food to The Caring Place and supporting local nonprofits like Urban Oasis Project and Lotus House.

Whether you’re in it for the hyperlocal fare or the morning cortado, the Edgewater Whole Foods promises to be more than a grocery store—it’s a new neighborhood staple.