Sprouts Farmers Market is preparing to open a new San Diego store in the North Park area this fall, at 3245 El Cajon Blvd. The specialty grocery concept just listed the location on its website, announcing that it’s scheduled to open October 2, taking over for a community market that closed last year.
It will occupy a 22,698-square-foot space that was previously home to Pancho Villa Farmer’s Market. The longtime neighborhood staple officially closed in early 2025 after decades of serving the community, and the property has since been undergoing renovation work.
Mychael Ramirez, Public Relations Manager for Sprouts Farmers Market, told What Now San Diego the store will employ 80-100 full and part-time team members, and they will begin hiring soon. In March 2026, San Diego’s Hearing Officer approved a Conditional Use Permit allowing the future grocery store to pursue sales of beer and wine.
“Sprouts Farmers Market is excited for our new store in San Diego as we bring our wide assortment of fresh, local and better for you products to the community,” Ramirez said.
The new Sprouts will join other nearby locations, including stores in Pacific Beach, Chula Vista, and La Mesa.
Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the chain operates more than 480 stores across 25 states, and has over 40 additional markets in the pipeline for 2026. Its recent California expansion push includes openings in Santa Maria and Paramount, and additional locations are also coming to Inglewood, Tracy, Carson, and Santa Ana.
