After 91 Years, This California-Based Grocery Chain Is Closing Several Stores
A familiar grocery name is disappearing from several communities after more than nine decades in business. Raley’s, the California-based supermarket chain founded in 1935, has confirmed seven store closures across California and Nevada in 2026 and 2027. Three locations have already closed, while four others are scheduled to close in the coming months.
The news comes as grocery retailers face growing competition and changing shopping habits. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, grocery prices rose 1.8% in the 12 months ending September 2026, even though they slipped 0.1% during September itself. For longtime Raley’s shoppers, the immediate concern is knowing which neighborhood stores are closing and when.
Which Raley’s Stores Are Closing?
Four additional locations are scheduled to shut down between November 2026 and June 2027. The closures involve three Raley’s supermarkets and one Nob Hill Foods store, which operates under the same parent company.
Here are the affected locations and their announced closing dates.
Brentwood, California, November 3, 2026
The Raley’s supermarket at 2400 Sand Creek Road will permanently close after serving Brentwood shoppers for 24 years. Employees learned about the decision in August, and the company cited local market conditions and the store’s long-term financial outlook. For customers who regularly visit this location, November 3 is the important date to remember.
Elko, Nevada, December 8, 2026
The Elko supermarket is scheduled to close December 8 after nearly 40 years of operation. According to The Shelby Report, the store employs more than 40 people. Its closure makes Nevada part of the company’s latest round of store shutdowns.
Petaluma, California, January 26, 2027
The Raley’s at 157 N. McDowell Boulevard will close January 26, 2027. The store employs 48 workers, according to reports. Raley’s has said it plans to transfer as many affected employees as possible.
Los Gatos, California, June 2027
Nob Hill Foods at 15710 Los Gatos Boulevard is expected to close after nearly six decades of service. Parent company Raley’s decided not to renew the lease after reviewing the store’s performance and economic conditions. The closure is scheduled for June 2027, meaning the location has a longer remaining operating period than the other three stores on the list.
Three Other Stores Already Closed in 2026
The upcoming closures follow three shutdowns earlier this year. Together, the seven locations show how the company has been reviewing individual supermarkets across its network.
Roseville, California, January 27, 2026
The Raley’s at 1915 Douglas Boulevard closed January 27 after more than 34 years in business. Around 45 employees were affected, and the company said it would work to place as many as possible at other locations. Raley’s cited the store’s performance and economic considerations when explaining its decision.
Antioch, California, April 2026
The Raley’s on Lone Tree Way closed in April after operating in Antioch since 1979. Company officials said they chose not to renew the lease after reviewing the location’s performance and economic conditions. A California employment notice indicated that approximately 43 workers were expected to be affected.
Mountain View, California, May 29, 2026
Nob Hill Foods at 1250 Grant Road permanently closed May 29. According to the San Francisco Chronicle, the closure affected about 50 employees. The parent company decided not to renew the lease after evaluating the location’s performance and economic conditions.
Why Is Raley’s Closing These Stores?
Raley’s says the decisions involve individual store performance rather than a plan to abandon entire markets.
Chelsea Carbahal, a spokesperson for The Raley’s Companies, explained the company’s position to SFGATE:
“Thoughtful stewardship sometimes means opening stores, and sometimes it means making difficult decisions to close them.”
Carbahal pointed to local business conditions, financial sustainability, competition from online marketplaces, and changing customer preferences. The company said these pressures have influenced store traffic and sales at its physical locations.
That distinction matters because closing seven stores does not mean Raley’s is shutting down as a business.
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Grocery Store Closures Are Part of a Wider Industry Trend
Raley’s is not the only supermarket operator adjusting its store network. California-based Grocery Outlet announced a plan to close 36 financially underperforming stores in 2026. Its second-quarter financial report confirmed that the company closed all 36 locations in the first half of the year.
Grocery Outlet CEO Jason Potter acknowledged the retailer’s expansion problems, telling analysts, “It’s clear now we expanded too quickly.”
These decisions highlight a challenge for supermarket operators. Companies must balance maintaining existing stores with decisions about where future investments make financial sense.
Raley’s Is Still Planning New Stores
Despite the closures, the company is moving ahead with an expansion in Madera, California.
Raley’s plans a new 40,000-square-foot O-N-E Market in March 2027 at Riverwalk at Riverstone. The supermarket will anchor a larger 61,000-square-foot retail development and will be the company’s second Madera County location.
Raley’s also has a substantial footprint beyond California. According to its corporate website, The Raley’s Companies operates more than 235 locations across seven states and four Tribal Nations under nine grocery banners. Founder Tom Raley opened his first store in Placerville, California, in 1935.
What Happens Next for Shoppers and Employees?
The most immediate deadline is November 3, when the Brentwood location is scheduled to close. Elko follows in December, while Petaluma and Los Gatos are scheduled to close in 2027.
For employees, the company has confirmed plans to support affected workers through the transitions and seek transfer opportunities where possible. However, those commitments do not establish that every affected employee will receive another position.
Customers can also use the Raley’s website to check the company’s current store information.
After 91 years, Raley’s is still operating, but several longtime neighborhood supermarkets are nearing the end.
