H-E-B McKinney now open
H-E-B McKinney now open
H-E-B McKinney now open

The 118,000-square-foot store, which includes a True Texas BBQ, continues the retailer’s expansion in North Texas

On July 19, H-E-B officially opened its store in McKinney, the third store the retailer has opened in the DFW Metroplex. The 118,000-square-foot H-E-B McKinney store joins the recently opened Frisco H-E-B and Plano H-E-B locations, as well as six Central Market locations that have been serving DFW shoppers for more than two decades.

Continuing its drive into the DFW area, H-E-B introduces this Collin County community to a shopping destination with a commitment to deliver unsurpassed freshness and quality at H-E-B’s everyday low prices. Filled with state-of-the-art amenities and innovations that H-E-B is known for, the McKinney store has distinctive features such as a True Texas BBQ; full-service H-E-B Pharmacy with a drive-thru; fuel station and car wash; and Home by H-E-B home décor department featuring furniture, woven textiles, and accent pieces from the Haven + Key and Texas Proud collections.

The store also offers H-E-B Curbside and Home Delivery, which allows customers to place orders online for pickup at the store or home delivery. These exciting digital services give customers choices on how they shop, pay for, and receive their products. 

“Along with an enhanced in-store experience and commitment to top-quality service and selection, our H-E-B Partners are committed to earning the confidence of our neighbors in this growing community,” said Matt LoBello, H-E-B McKinney Top Store Leader. “We look forward to serving McKinney with the best of H-E-B, and we are excited to provide a dynamic shopping experience.”

The H-E-B McKinney store is located at 8700 Eldorado Parkway in McKinney.
The store is open seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Additional store highlights include:

  • Bakery featuring handmade artisan breads, cakes, and our famous in-store made, warm tortillas

     

  • Deli department with an expansive cheese selection and charcuterie station

     

  • Sushiya offering handmade sushi selections made in-store daily and an Asian grill with rice bowls, teriyaki, and more

     

  • H-E-B Meal Simple with fresh, convenient chef-inspired meals prepared in store

     

  • Cooking Connection with live demonstrations and samplings for easy recipes to make at home

     

  • Produce section with large organic and Texas-grown selections

     

  • Meat market with Prime, natural, and organic meats, Wagyu, dry-age beef, and fully cooked options

     

  • Expansive selections in grocery and general merchandise departments such as dairy, frozen foods, pet, baby, and seasonal

     

  • Blooms floral department, offering online ordering and delivery service

     

  • As the #1 beer and wine retailer in Texas, the store has an extensive craft beer and wine section with sampling station

     

  • Healthy Living department with bulk food items, sports nutrition products, and supplements

     

  • Expansive frozen foods selection

     

  • Texas Backyard department, featuring plants, pottery, grills, and outdoor essentials

     

  • Beauty department with a wide selection of cosmetics and other beauty items

     

  • Pet department 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

     

  • Household Essentials department with all you need to set your table, including seasonal disposable plates, bowls, and utensils, and Texas Tough brand including the Texas Tough value pack with all your storage bags in one easy-to-use box

     

  • H-E-B Wellness Nutrition Services with nutrition expertise from licensed dieticians

     

  • Customers can get additional saving by shopping with the H-E-B Debit Card, H-E-B Visa Signature® Credit Card, and Central Market Visa Signature® Credit Card, which offer customers cash back options

Additional store
highlights include:

  • Bakery featuring handmade artisan breads, cakes, and our famous in-store made, warm tortillas

  • Deli department with an expansive cheese selection and charcuterie station

  • Sushiya offering handmade sushi selections made in-store daily and an Asian grill with rice bowls, teriyaki, and more

  • H-E-B Meal Simple with fresh, convenient chef-inspired meals prepared in store

  • Cooking Connection with live demonstrations and samplings for easy recipes to make at home

  • Produce section with large organic and Texas-grown selections

  • Meat market with Prime, natural, and organic meats, Wagyu, dry-age beef, and fully cooked options

  • Expansive selections in grocery and general merchandise departments such as dairy, frozen foods, pet, baby, and seasonal

  • Blooms floral department, offering online ordering and delivery service

  • As the #1 beer and wine retailer in Texas, the store has an extensive craft beer and wine section with sampling station

  • Healthy Living department with bulk food items, sports nutrition products, and supplements

  • Expansive frozen foods selection

  • Texas Backyard department, featuring plants, pottery, grills, and outdoor essentials

  • Beauty department with a wide selection of cosmetics and other beauty items

  • Pet department 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

  • Household Essentials department with all you need to set your table, including seasonal disposable plates, bowls, and utensils, and Texas Tough brand including the Texas Tough value pack with all your storage bags in one easy-to-use box

  • H-E-B Wellness Nutrition Services with nutrition expertise from licensed dieticians

  • Customers can get additional saving by shopping with the H-E-B Debit Card, H-E-B Visa Signature® Credit Card, and Central Market Visa Signature® Credit Card, which offer customers cash back options

Additionally, the store offers DFW-inspired products such as sushi and sashimi by the pound; DFW Roll, made with avocado, cucumber, spicy tuna, and salmon that’s seared and topped with spicy mayo and green onions.

Inside and out, H-E-B designed the store to reflect the character unique to the McKinney community and emphasized environmental sustainability, incorporating several energy efficient inclusions such as CO2 refrigeration units and LED lighting. The site also features extensive native landscaping throughout the property, and a tree preserve located between the store and residential neighbors to provide a natural buffer and privacy.

Through its Spirit of Giving philosophy, H-E-B is passionately dedicated to its customers beyond its stores. In this spirit, H-E-B commemorated the store’s grand opening with a $10,000 donation to the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. Donations such as this build upon the company’s support of more than 150 non-profit organizations and public schools in the DFW Metroplex.

In the DFW area, H-E-B has officially opened H-E-B stores in Frisco, Plano, and McKinney. H-E-B stores in Alliance, Allen, and Mansfield, which are the only other future H-E-B store locations the retailer has announced, are currently under construction. H-E-B also announced plans to open two Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B stores in Dallas, the first locations the multi-format retailer will open outside the Houston area. Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B is an innovative price format that delivers a uniquely curated assortment of community focused products, and the most relevant high-quality, fresh products H-E-B is known for.

As the largest privately held employer in Texas, H-E-B’s McKinney store employs about 750 Partners (employees), most who are from the local area. All job opportunities can be found at H-E-B Careers.

A proud Texas company, H-E-B’s presence in the DFW Metroplex runs deep. As a multi-format retailer, H-E-B has served the broader community with its innovative Central Market stores, which were introduced to the DFW area in 2001 and grew to serve customers in Dallas, Plano, Southlake, and Fort Worth. H-E-B stores also serve communities near the Metroplex including Burleson, Hudson Oaks, Granbury, and Waxahachie. H-E-B’s fast and convenient Favor Delivery now serves cities across the metro area. H-E-B also operates Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B and Mi Tienda store formats in Texas.

About H-E-B

H-E-B, with sales of more than $50 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 175,000 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 $50 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 175,000 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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