Triveni Supermarket Started Construction in Germantown

The grocery retailer has begun transforming a former Big Lots space at the Milestone Shopping Center.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Openings & Closings

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Triveni Supermarket has begun construction on its first Montgomery County location, taking over a former Big Lots space in Germantown. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Triveni Supermarket has officially begun construction on its first Montgomery County location in Germantown. The retailer signed a lease for the space at 20926 Frederick Rd previously occupied by Big Lots.

Why it matters

The new storefront expands the presence of the regional grocery chain within Maryland. It marks a significant expansion for a brand that already operates stores in North Carolina, Texas, South Carolina, Virginia, and Ellicott City.

The new supermarket occupies the former Big Lots retail space at 20926 Frederick Rd. This project marks the first location for the chain in Montgomery County.

The players

Triveni Supermarket

Triveni Supermarket is a regional grocery chain that operates locations across North Carolina, Texas, South Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland.

Big Lots

Big Lots is a retail company that previously occupied the space now leased by Triveni Supermarket.

The details

Construction is currently underway at the Milestone Shopping Center to prepare the property for the new tenant. The grocery chain currently operates in several states including Texas and Virginia.

Timeline

  1. Initial plans for the Germantown store were reported in July 2026.

  2. The new store is targeted to open by the end of 2026.

Market Landscape

The store opening follows the broader industry trend of regional grocers expanding by repurposing large-format retail spaces left vacant by national chains. This move positions the brand to compete for market share in the dense Montgomery County grocery sector.

Local shoppers in Germantown will gain access to a new grocery option once the construction and interior build-out are complete. This addition may influence local food availability and provide another competitive retailer for residents in the community.

The takeaway

The transformation of the former Big Lots location indicates continued interest in revitalizing established shopping centers. Residents can expect the new grocery option to be fully operational by the conclusion of 2026.

What happens next

Triveni Supermarket plans to open the new location by the end of 2026.

Further reading

For more information on retail changes in the area, visit the Germantown Openings & Closings.

Source note: This article includes information reported by The MoCo Show.

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