Lidl US expands in DC with new Columbia Heights store opening late June

WASHINGTON (7News) — Lidl US is set to open its newest store in Washington, D.C. on June 28 in Columbia Heights.

Officials say the grocery store will be located at 3100 14th Street, NW and will be Lidl’s second in the District. The first one opened in 2022 at Skyland Town Center.

“Our community was incredibly excited to welcome the District’s first Lidl to Ward 7 last year, and now we are excited to welcome our second Lidl to Ward 1,” said Mayor Muriel Bowser. “Our focus has been – and continues to be – on increasing access to fresh, healthy, and affordable groceries, and that is what Lidl is helping us do. With this opening, we celebrate more food options and more jobs for DC residents.”

A soft launch for the store takes place at 8 a.m. next Wednesday with an official ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m.

During the grand opening, officials said the first 100 customers in line before the store opens at 8 a.m. will receive a special gift card ranging from $5 to $100 each.

The new store brings approximately 50 new jobs to Ward. Officials said the starting pay for all store associates will be $19 per hour.