Giant Eagle

Giant Eagle is a privately owned and family-led grocery and convenience store operator based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company’s origins go back to 1931, when five families joined forces during the Great Depression to create a new supermarket business after previously running separate grocery chains in the Pittsburgh area. This spirit of collaboration laid the groundwork for Giant Eagle’s steady growth across the region.

A key milestone in the company’s history came in the 1980s, when Giant Eagle expanded into Ohio by acquiring the Tamarkin Company, followed by further strengthening its Cleveland presence in the 1990s through the acquisition of Rini-Rego Stop-n-Shop. Over the past five years, Giant Eagle has continued to invest in its core markets, opening new locations, remodeling existing stores, and expanding its fuel and convenience footprint. The company has placed particular emphasis on growing its Market District and GetGo banners, targeting both suburban areas and high-traffic urban corridors.

As of November 2025, Giant Eagle operates more than 400 stores throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, and Indiana. Its portfolio includes traditional supermarkets, Market District stores with a focus on specialty and organic products, and GetGo convenience stores that offer fuel and fresh food options. The company’s approach to store formats allows it to serve a wide range of communities and adapt to changing consumer preferences.

Giant Eagle is recognized for integrating sustainability into its operations, including a commitment to eliminate single-use plastics in new developments. The company’s ongoing investments and regional scale have made it a prominent anchor and traffic driver in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest. Its established reputation, multi-format strategy, and active pursuit of new sites reflect a growth-oriented posture that continues to shape grocery and convenience retail in its priority markets.