Giant Eagle Closing Central Ohio Location

Supermarket and pharmacy shuttering store in Columbus after 16 years.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:37pm

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Giant Eagle Supermarket and Pharmacy is closing its location at 6867 E. Broad St. in Columbus, Ohio. The store will shut down on April 11 at 5 p.m., while the pharmacy will close a few days earlier on April 8. The closure impacts 95 employees, who the company says it is working to place at nearby Giant Eagle stores.

Why it matters

The closure of this long-standing Giant Eagle location reflects the ongoing challenges facing traditional grocery chains as they compete with the rise of specialty, discount, and online grocery options. It also highlights the impact of these changes on local communities and workers.

The details

Signs posted on the doors of the 6867 E. Broad St. location confirm the closure, with Giant Eagle spokesperson Dan Donovan also confirming the news. The store has been open since 2006. Customers who used the pharmacy have been contacted and can call a dedicated number with questions, while the company is redirecting them to nearby Giant Eagle locations in Gahanna, Pickerington, and Bexley.

  • The store will close on April 11 at 5 p.m.
  • The pharmacy will close on April 8.

The players

Giant Eagle

A supermarket and pharmacy chain operating stores primarily in the Midwest United States.

Dan Donovan

A spokesperson for Giant Eagle.

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What they’re saying

“We are working to place employees at nearby locations in wake of the closure.”

— Dan Donovan, Giant Eagle Spokesperson

The takeaway

This closure is a sign of the evolving grocery landscape, as traditional chains face increasing competition from specialty, discount, and online options. It underscores the need for these companies to adapt their strategies to better serve changing consumer preferences and maintain a strong presence in local communities.