Rabba Fine Foods launches alcohol sales at select GTA locations

Mississauga, September 5, 2024 – Rabba Fine Foods, a beloved urban grocery chain in the GTA, is set to introduce alcohol sales at seven of its locations beginning September 5. Customers can look forward to a carefully curated selection of VQA wines, craft and domestic beers, premium ciders, and other high-quality ready-to-drink beverages.

“We’re thrilled to bring this new offering to our customers,” said Rick Rabba, president of Rabba Fine Foods. “For us, this marks another step in our ongoing commitment to serving our community. Our customers have been asking for this, and we’re proud to be part of this exciting change. By expanding our product offerings to include alcohol, we continue our tradition of meeting our customers’ evolving needs while maintaining the convenience and quality they’ve come to expect from Rabba.”

The first Rabba locations to carry alcohol include:

  • 92 Lakeshore Rd. E., Mississauga
  • 17 Kings Cross Rd., Brampton
  • 1289 Marlborough Court, Oakville
  • 10220 Derry Rd., Milton
  • 2125 Lakeshore Blvd. W., Toronto
  • 1840 Bloor St. W., Toronto
  • 85 Victoria Street, Toronto

Alcohol will be available for purchase daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. During the initial rollout phase, Rabba will not offer alcohol delivery services or accept bottle or can returns.

In preparation for this launch, all Rabba staff members have undergone comprehensive training in responsible alcohol sales, ensuring a safe and enjoyable shopping experience for all customers.

About Rabba Fine Foods

Rabba Fine Foods, a Toronto institution since the ‘60s, is a chain of local markets that serve the daily grocery and convenience needs of 37 neighbourhoods across the GTA. Open year-round, 24 hours a day, Rabba offers everything you’d expect from your local market – fresh produce, a deli counter, ready-to-eat meals, bakery, dairy products, and other essentials for home or work. A family-run business with roots extending back to 1967, Rabba is a cornerstone of the community, dedicated to serving its neighbours and friends in the GTA and meeting their ever-changing grocery and convenience needs.

For more information on Rabba, its Rabba Roots Community Program, or any of its locations, visit rabba.com.

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