Filipino-American grocer Island Pacific opens its 22nd supermarket in Northeast Los Angeles
Filipino-American grocery chain Island Pacific has opened its 22nd supermarket on Eagle Rock Boulevard in Glassell Park, Northeast Los Angeles, and holds a free grand opening with live performances on Thursday, 5 November.
Island Pacific Seafood Market has opened its 22nd supermarket, at 4044 N. Eagle Rock Boulevard in Glassell Park, bringing Filipino groceries, fresh seafood, meats, produce and specialty foods closer to families throughout Northeast Los Angeles, the company announced on 4 November.
Following an October 30 soft opening, the supermarket celebrates its grand opening on Thursday, 5 November, according to the announcement. Island Pacific describes itself as a leading Filipino-American grocery chain with multiple locations across California and Nevada.
Grand opening details
| Detail | Grand opening |
|---|---|
| When | Thursday, 5 November, 11:00 |
| Where | 4044 North Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90065 |
| Price | Free |
| Performers | Jay R with Mica, the Rondalla Club and Gingee, with DJ Rose on the decks |
| Also on site | PhilHouse, San Honore Panaderia and Island Pacific Cargo |
The event listing, organised by Island Pacific Market, describes the celebration as the official grand opening of Island Pacific’s 22nd location in Eagle Rock, with a store featuring fresh seafood, Filipino pantry staples, snacks and sweets.
A nod to Filipino heritage
The company said the opening follows Filipino American History Month and that, with deep Filipino-American roots in Northeast Los Angeles, the new location reflects Island Pacific’s continued investment in neighborhoods where food, family and cultural traditions bring people together. The opening also highlights IPASA NATIN (“Pass It On”), Island Pacific’s campaign celebrating the Filipino tradition of sharing food, stories and cultural heritage across generations.
Maite Defensor, Chief Executive Officer of Island Pacific Supermarket, said that every new Island Pacific represents an investment in the community it serves. She added:
“We want families to have convenient access to quality groceries at affordable prices while creating a welcoming place where neighbors of all backgrounds can discover and enjoy Filipino food and culture.”
“For Filipino families in Eagle Rock and Glassell Park, the familiar taste of home is now just down the street,” said Giselle Tongi-Walters, Marketing and Community Partnerships Director.
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- Island Pacific Seafood Market opened its 22nd supermarket at 4044 N. Eagle Rock Boulevard in Glassell Park, Northeast Los Angeles, after an October 30 soft opening.
- The free grand opening on Thursday, 5 November, features performances by Jay R with Mica, the Rondalla Club and Gingee, with DJ Rose.
- PhilHouse, San Honore Panaderia and Island Pacific Cargo are also at the new store.
- The opening highlights IPASA NATIN (“Pass It On”), Island Pacific’s campaign celebrating the Filipino tradition of sharing food, stories and cultural heritage.
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