Lidl opens in Center Moriches

Lidl - Center Moriches

812 Montauk Hwy

Center Moriches, NY 11934

Monday-Sunday

7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Lidl Center Moriches

812 Montauk Highway
Center Moriches, NY 11934

It was one of the first major snowfalls of the winter season, but that didn’t stop eager Center Moriches residents from venturing in the early morning to the newest grocery store in town.

Lidl opened to the community on Dec. 11, with a ribbon cutting and giveaways for people brave enough to get in line early. The first 200 customers were greeted with a gift card ranging from $5 to $250.

“After touring the store, I think shoppers will be pleasantly surprised,” said councilman Dan Panico in a post on Facebook.

Lidl is a German-based grocer that first opened in 1973. The chain now operates 10,800 stores in 32 countries and employs over 280,000 people. 

“We are happy to soon bring Lidl’s unique and fresh approach to grocery shopping to Long Island,” said Johannes Fieber, CEO of Lidl US in a statement announcing the opening. “Our new stores will allow customers to save time and money each week with a simple and efficient shopping experience. We also look forward to celebrating our grand openings with many familiar faces from the local Best Market teams.”

Some things offered at Lidl include: 

• Fresh-baked goods: Lidl holds breads and pastries, which are baked fresh throughout the day. A bakery is located at the entrance of the store.

• High-quality American products: Roughly nine out of 10 products sold at Lidl are its exclusive private label brands, and a majority of Lidl’s everyday assortment is sourced in America.

• Healthy, sustainable choices:  All fresh and frozen seafood in Lidl’s everyday assortment is certified by either the Marine Stewardship Council, Best Aquaculture Practices, or the Aquaculture Stewardship Council. Lidl’s private label products also have no certified synthetic colors, added MSG or partially hydrogenated oils containing trans fats.

• Organic and gluten-free options: Lidl carries a variety of organic and gluten-free items including organic fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy, and packaged food items.

• Lidl surprises: Lidl offers an ever-changing selection of non-food products each week that will be in stores for a limited time. The selection will include fitness gear, small kitchen appliances, toys, and outdoor furniture, among other non-food items.