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Trader Joe’s Launches ‘Sherman Oaks Too’ Directly Opposite Its 1973 Original

The grocery chain will operate both outlets to offer customers a modernized shopping experience alongside the 52-year-old store

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Overview

  • The new location at 14140 Riverside Drive opened on June 6 directly across from the original 1973 store at 14119 Riverside Drive.
  • Trader Joe’s refers to the outlet as “Sherman Oaks too” on its website and plans to keep both stores operating.
  • The newer store features a social-media-ready mural, underground parking, wider aisles and higher ceilings to accommodate growing foot traffic.
  • This twin-store arrangement is part of Trader Joe’s broader goal to open 12 new locations nationwide in 2025.
  • Shoppers took to TikTok and other social platforms to express surprise and amusement at the two stores facing each other.