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WINTER HAVEN, Fla., June 18, 2026 — “We’re proud to continue growing in Winter Haven, a community that has been so important to Publix since our founding,” said Hannah Herring, Publix media relations manager. “This new store reflects our ongoing commitment to serve both longtime and new customers with the convenience, service and quality they expect.”  

Address

Opening date 

Size
Publix at Thompson Nursery
8710 W. Lake Ruby Dr.
Winter Haven, FL 33884
 June 18, 2026 50,325 Sq. ft.

See the store's operations hours.

Traditional departments

  • Deli — features a full-service deli counter with a variety of meats and cheeses, an international selection of olives, hummus and more than 150 artisan cheeses from the United States and around the world.
  • Produce — carries organic and conventionally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, with locally grown produce and exotic choices from around the world. The floral department stocks bouquets bursting with colors depicting the changing seasons.
  • Bakery — scratch bakery that offers an array of cakes, cookies and pies as well as wedding cakes and decadent desserts made by skilled decorators. Breads and rolls are baked fresh throughout the day.
  • Meat — features custom cuts of meats, including Publix private label all-natural and organic GreenWise chicken. Customers seeking a home-cooked meal with minimal prep time can choose from ready-to-cook items prepared fresh daily.
  • Seafood — carries fresh seafood delivered throughout the week. It includes wild and farm-raised fish, as well as a wide variety of shellfish. Publix’s whole fish and fillets are fresh, never frozen. Sushi chefs create delectable hand-rolled selections daily.
  • Pharmacy — full-service pharmacy that also includes a large variety of body care products and a wide selection of natural and conventional vitamins, minerals and supplements.

Special services

  • Publix Liquors — offers beer, wine, spirits and a variety of soft drinks and accessories all in one convenient adjacent location.
  • Catering – offers customers event menu planning for free.

Media contact

Hannah Herring
(863) 619-4276
Hannah.Herring@publix.com