H-E-B Manvel opens south of Houston
H-E-B Manvel opens south of Houston

H-E-B opened its newest store, H-E-B Manvel, on Wednesday, October 25. The 106,000 square foot store, located at 17119 Highway in Manvel, TX (at SH 288 and HWY 6), is filled aisle to aisle with state-of-the-art conveniences, amenities, and the vast selection that customers have come to expect from H-E-B. Plus, it’s the first store just south of Houston to feature the retailer’s True Texas BBQ restaurant. 

“My team and I look forward to providing our neighbors with convenient, quality shopping experiences and solutions. This community is undergoing tremendous growth and it’s rewarding to support it,” said Malcolm Donald MacKenzie III, H-E-B Manvel Top Store Leader and a 19-year H-E-B Partner.

Engaging Conveniences

The new Manvel store has many of the conveniences customers have come to expect from H-E-B, whether it’s a quality in-store experience, picking up an online order Curbside, placing a Home Delivery order, or grabbing a meal on the go. From pre-made ready-to-eat meals, appetizers, and desserts, a great dish is deliciously easy with H‑E‑B Meal Simple, chef‑inspired meals packed with flavor and ready to serve in minutes.

The location also will have a True Texas BBQ restaurant, which features all-natural meats slow smoked in-house over natural Texas oak wood along with flavorful sides such as brisket beans, creamed corn, homestyle potato salad, and more.

The Local Resource for Healthy and Environmentally Friendly Choices

Throughout the store, customers will find a wide selection of national brands as well as products from the H-E-B family of brands such as Field & Future by H-E-B, which are made without harsh chemicals and are eco-friendly. This growing line of more than 100 household and personal care products features hypoallergenic formulas, biodegradable ingredients, recyclable packaging, and more – kind to Texas families and the environment. Whether you’re on a plant-based, carb-conscious, or gluten-free diet, Higher Harvest by H‑E‑B makes it easy for Texans to find more choices in more aisles.

From local produce to the fresh meat market to the freezer section – customers will find more offerings for less, with unsurpassed freshness, quality, and variety.

Special features for the community include:

  • Large Assortment of Texas-made products – from jams and sauces, chips and spreads to Texas-grown tomatoes, greens, citrus, and more. 

     

  • Fully stocked Healthy Living department featuring 96 bulk food bins dispensing nuts, grains, dried fruits, and snack mixes, a robust selection of vitamins and natural beauty products.

     

  • Made in-store fresh squeezed juices, and freshly made guacamole along with pre-cut fruit and vegetable party trays.

     

  • Fresh Seafood Market equipped with a fresh assortment from around the world, delivered daily. 

     

  • Fresh sushi, fried rice and noodle bowls, poke bowls and hot sushi items made daily in-store.

     

  • Fresh Meat Market offers natural, prime and wagyu meat cut in-store by certified meat cutters, as well as 100% pure beef ground in-store daily.

     

  • Full-service Scratch Bakery and Tortilleria that offers a wide selection of artisan breads baked fresh daily, fresh tortillas, large varieties of desserts, pastries, and custom cakes.

     

  • A Cheese Department with local and imported selections along with a variety of platters and boards and expanded hot food offerings perfect for entertaining.

     

  • As the #1 beer and wine retailer in Texas, the store has an extensive craft beer and wine section from around the world. Customers can also visit with our certified Wine Steward to create the perfect pairing.

     

  • Pet Food selection featuring Heritage Ranch by H-E-B pet food, where 1 percent of sales from the product line supports Texas animal shelters, as well as fun toys and treats for all your furry friend’s needs.

     

  • A friendly pharmacy staff with a convenient drive-thru option for all your pharmacy needs including easy-to-schedule vaccines and boosters.

     

  • A full-service H-E-B Fuel station

     

  • Texas hospitality and knowledgeable service provided by 500 H-E-B Partners (employees).

Spirit of Giving

H-E-B is passionately committed to its customers beyond the four walls of its stores, weaving its Spirit of Giving into its business philosophy. In this spirit and in celebration of the grand opening, H-E-B will donate $5,000 each to Alvin ISD READy Program and J.B. Hensler College & Career Academy Culinary Arts Program. The READy Program is a family-oriented initiative designed to equip parents of preschoolers with pre-literacy tools and resources by providing a range of engaging activities to share at home, fostering a love for learning and reading from an early age. The Culinary Arts Program provides students with hands-on experience in various careers in the food service industry including catering, restaurant management, food preparation, baking and pastry.

Special features for the community include:

  • Large Assortment of Texas-made products – from jams and sauces to chips and spreads – and we aren’t even counting the Texas-grown tomatoes, greens, and citrus.

  • Fully stocked Healthy Living department featuring 96 bulk food bins dispensing nuts, grains, dried fruits, and snack mixes, a robust selection of vitamins and natural beauty products.

  • Made in-store palate quenchers, including fresh squeezed juices, and freshly made guacamole along with pre-cut fruit and vegetable party trays.

  • Fresh Seafood Market equipped with a fresh assortment from around the world, delivered 7 days a week including Mackerel, Drum, Flounder, Tuna, Perch, Swordfish, Atlantic and Alaskan Sockeye Salmon

  • Fresh sushi, fried rice and noodle bowls, poke bowls and hot sushi items made daily in-store.

  • Fresh Meat Market offers natural, prime and wagyu meat cut in-store by certified meat cutters, as well as 100% pure beef ground in-store daily.

  • Full-service Scratch Bakery and Tortilleria that offers a wide selection of artisan breads baked fresh daily, fresh tortillas, large varieties of decadent desserts, pastries, and custom cakes.

  • A Cheese Department that overflows with local and imported selections along with a variety of platters and boards and expanded hot food offerings perfect for entertaining.

  • As the #1 beer and wine retailer in Texas, the store has an extensive craft beer and wine section with almost 1600 bottles of wine and 800 beer selections from around the world. Customers can also visit with our certified Wine Steward to create the perfect pairing.

  • Paw-some Pet Food selection featuring Heritage Ranch by H-E-B pet food, where 1 percent of sales from the product line supports Texas animal shelters, as well as fun toys and treats for all your furry friend’s needs.

  • A friendly pharmacy staff with a convenient drive-thru option for all your pharmaceutical needs including easy-to-schedule vaccines and boosters.

  • A full-service H-E-B Fuel

  • Texas hospitality and knowledgeable service that’s second to none – provided by 500 H-E-B Partners (employees).

Spirit of Giving

H-E-B is passionately committed to its customers beyond the four walls of its stores, weaving its Spirit of Giving into its business philosophy. In this spirit and in celebration of the grand opening, H-E-B will donate $5,000 each to Alvin ISD READy Program and J.B. Hensler College & Career Academy Culinary Arts Program. The READy Program is a family-oriented initiative designed to equip parents of preschoolers with pre-literacy tools and resources by providing a range of engaging activities to share at home, fostering a love for learning and reading from an early age. The Culinary Arts Program provides students with hands-on experience in various careers in the food service industry including catering, restaurant management, food preparation, baking and pastry.

About H-E-B

H-E-B, with sales of more than $46 billion, operates over 455 stores in Texas and Mexico. Known for its innovation and community service, H-E-B celebrates its 120th anniversary this year. Recognized for its fresh food, quality products, convenient services, and a commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer experience and low prices. Based in San Antonio, H-E-B employs over 170,000 Partners in Texas and Mexico and serves millions of customers in more than 300 communities. For more information, visit heb.com and the H-E-B Newsroom.

About H-E-B

H-E-B, with sales of more than $46 billion, operates over 455 stores in Texas and Mexico. Known for its innovation and community service, H-E-B celebrates its 120th anniversary this year. Recognized for its fresh food, quality products, convenient services, and a commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer experience and low prices. Based in San Antonio, H-E-B employs over 170,000 Partners in Texas and Mexico and serves millions of customers in more than 300 communities. For more information, visit heb.com and the H-E-B Newsroom.

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