Sendik's To Get $5 Million Brookfield Makeover

BROOKFIELD, WI -- Sendik’s Food Markets will undergo a $5 million investment to develop the Sendik’s store at The Corners of Brookfield into an experiential destination, the company announced Thursday.

The expanded store will be fully integrated into the main shopping level at The Corners, adding a mezzanine level lounge, and dining and bar offerings, officials said.

Construction will begin in January, and the store will remain open during construction, offering the full range of Sendik’s services and selection throughout the renovations.

Upon completion by summer 2019, customers will be able to enjoy all of the benefits of the existing Sendik’s store, including quality products and covered parking, plus new services, expanded food choices and greater convenience.

The town center’s grocery store will increase in size from 35,000 square feet to 40,000 square feet and will offer customers a shopping experience that is perfectly suited for the area. Additions to the store include:

• Inclusion of 7,000-sq. ft. on the main Union Street level adjoining L.L.Bean that will house a convenient floral shop and home goods department, expanded grab-and-go selections and more.
• A mezzanine level served by escalators featuring a gathering space with sofas, tables, gas fire and piano that overlook Sendik’s newly designed store.
• A bar offering a range of beer, wine and gourmet coffee.
• A grill station where customers can have fresh meats and fish cooked to order while they browse the salad bar, with a choice of eating at home or at the in-store bar or lounge.
• Direct pedestrian access between Union Street and Bluemound Road via a new pedestrian indoor walkway that provides access to Sendik’s and The Corners.

"Providing an unmatched customer experience has been at the forefront of our mission since 1926,” said Ted Balistreri, co-owner at Sendik’s, he said in a statement to Patch.The growing popularity of the town center, coupled with the willingness of IM Properties to continue to elevate the center’s offerings, makes The Corners of Brookfield the perfect fit for this type of unique grocery store."

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