Lee's MarketPlace

Lee's Marketplace is a family-owned grocery store chain based in Utah, renowned for its commitment to quality, freshness, and community engagement. Established in 1981 by Lee and Shari Badger, the company began with the purchase of Jack's Foodtown in Smithfield, Utah. Over the years, Lee's Marketplace has expanded to multiple locations across the state.

Each location offers a unique shopping experience tailored to its community. The company prioritizes local needs while maintaining consistent service and product quality.

Product and Service Offerings

Lee's Marketplace provides a comprehensive range of products and services designed to meet the diverse needs of its customers. These include:

• Grocery Essentials: A wide selection of fresh produce, quality meats, and pantry staples.
• Bakery: An in-house bakery offering scratch-made bread, pastries, and other baked goods.
• Deli: A full-service deli featuring ready-to-eat meals, sandwiches, and catering options.
• Floral Department: Designer floral arrangements for various occasions.
• Pharmacy: A full-service pharmacy providing prescriptions, health information, and friendly service.
• Ace Hardware: Many locations include an adjacent Ace Hardware store, offering a variety of hardware and home improvement products.

Additionally, Lee’s Marketplace offers digital coupons, rewards programs, and online shopping options to enhance the customer experience.

Community Engagement

Community involvement is a cornerstone of Lee's Marketplace’s operations. The company actively participates in local events, fundraisers, and charitable initiatives.

Programs like “Lee’s Trees” encourage customers to use reusable shopping bags by planting trees in local parks and neighborhoods. The “School Cents Program” supports local schools by donating funds based on customer participation.

Locations

Lee’s Marketplace operates nine locations across Utah, each designed to serve its community effectively:

• Smithfield: The original location, offering a full range of services.
• Logan: Features a sit-down deli, designer floral department, and a state-of-the-art bakery.
• North Ogden: Expanded south of Cache Valley, providing a variety of grocery and hardware products.
• Heber: Opened in October 2016, offering a family-friendly shopping experience.
• North Salt Lake: A newly built store opened in January 2017, featuring a full grocery experience alongside an adjacent Ace Hardware store.
• Salt Lake City: A smaller-format store catering to the busy urban environment, opened in February 2020.
• Herriman: Opened in February 2022, nestled against the Oquirrh Mountains.
• Richmond: The third Cache Valley location, opened in June 2023.
• Mountain Green: Opened in September 2024, offering stunning views of Snowbasin Ski Resort and the Wasatch Peaks development.
• Salt Lake City, UT, USA: The main location and headquarters of Lee’s Marketplace, serving as the company’s hub.

Each store is designed to reflect the hometown feel of its community, with clean, bright, and friendly environments. Lee’s Marketplace continues to grow with plans for additional locations underway.

The company remains committed to quality, freshness, and community involvement, staying true to its founding values while expanding its reach across Utah.