Totum Market and Eatery Opened in Tampa
The new market and eatery has launched in Tampa's Encore District.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Totum Market & Eatery has officially opened its doors in the Encore District of Tampa. Located at the intersection of Nebraska Avenue and Ray Charles Boulevard, the store provides a mix of grocery essentials and prepared food options.
Why it matters
The arrival of the new market brings expanded food and grocery access to the residential Encore District. It serves as a central hub for shoppers seeking both quick meals and pantry staples in the developing neighborhood.
The market features one consolidated location offering groceries, pre-prepared meals, a café, a coffee bar, and a bakery. Staff are currently finalizing store preparations and inventory stocking ahead of the formal grand opening celebration.
The players
Totum Market & Eatery
This newly established retail entity operates a multi-purpose market and eatery located in the Encore District of Tampa.
The details
The facility is designed to serve as a comprehensive neighborhood stop, carrying a variety of grocery items alongside locally sourced products. Customers can utilize the on-site café and bakery services as part of the store's broader retail strategy.
Timeline
The store held a soft opening during the week of September 14, 2026.
A grand opening is scheduled for October 10 and 11, 2026.
Market Landscape
This opening reflects the broader commercial integration occurring within the Encore District as it expands its service offerings to residents. It signals a shift in the local retail environment as the area builds out its core infrastructure to compete with neighboring downtown and Ybor City zones.
Residents in the Encore District now have a new local option for daily groceries and prepared meals. Shoppers can visit the store at the corner of Nebraska Avenue and Ray Charles Boulevard to access the new café and bakery services.
The takeaway
The store provides a convenient solution for residents who need quick access to fresh meals and grocery essentials. Shoppers should mark their calendars for the October grand opening to participate in the store's full debut.
What happens next
A formal grand opening event is scheduled for the public to attend on the weekend of October 10 and 11, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on new businesses in the region, check out our Openings & Closings section.
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