Boyer’s Food Market

Boyer’s Food Markets is a well-established regional supermarket chain that has been serving Eastern and Central Pennsylvania since its founding in 1949. The company began as a single grocery store in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania, and has grown steadily over the years. As of November 2025, Boyer’s operates 19 full-service supermarkets, each designed to cater to the specific needs of its local community. These stores are primarily located in small towns and rural areas, offering essential grocery items, deli selections, bakery goods, and fresh produce to residents who might not have easy access to larger national chains.

A pivotal moment in Boyer’s history was during the 1980s and 1990s when the company expanded by acquiring several independent grocers and rebranding them under the Boyer’s name. This strategic move helped to solidify its presence across the region. Despite its growth, Boyer’s remains a family-owned and operated business, with leadership that includes members of the founding Boyer family. The company is recognized for its dedication to customer service, community engagement, and providing value-driven shopping experiences.

Boyer’s stores typically range from 20,000 to 40,000 square feet and follow a traditional supermarket layout. They include full-service meat departments, in-store bakeries, and prepared food sections. In recent years, Boyer’s has focused on operational improvements, such as enhancing deli packaging and implementing safety initiatives to enhance the shopping experience.

Rather than pursuing rapid expansion into urban areas, Boyer’s maintains a stable growth strategy, concentrating on serving underserved markets. Its approach to real estate emphasizes long-term leases and community integration, making Boyer’s a dependable anchor tenant in many shopping centers. For commercial real estate professionals, Boyer’s consistent store formats, local credibility, and stable growth posture make it an attractive tenant for neighborhood and community shopping centers throughout Pennsylvania.