Short answer: none. As of October 2026, no supermarket chain has acquired Sedano's Supermarkets. The company still operates on its own, and it was buying property as recently as July 2026.
If you came here for a buyer's name, we are sorry to ruin the plot. We checked trade publications, press releases, and property-record coverage. None of them reports a sale of the chain.
The rumor is easy to understand, though. Several real deals carry the Sedano's name, and they point in different directions. This article sorts them out.
Who Sedano's Supermarkets Is
Sedano's is a Hispanic grocery chain based in Hialeah, Florida. Cuban exile René Sedano opened the first store in 1961, according to Wikipedia.
Reports from February 2026 describe a 32-store chain. Most stores sit in Miami-Dade County, with more in Broward County and the Orlando-Kissimmee area, per The Real Deal.
Agustin Herran is the CEO. He appears on the LLC that bought the Bird Road property in 2026, which is a decent hint about who runs the show.
The Four Real Deals, in One Table
Each deal below is documented. Pay attention to the last column, because it answers your question.
| Date | What happened | Counterparty | Did Sedano's get acquired? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Sold 11 freestanding pharmacies | Navarro Discount Pharmacies (now part of CVS Health) | No. Supermarkets were excluded |
| Nov 2009 | Agreed to buy three Albertsons stores near Orlando | Albertsons | No. Sedano's was the buyer |
| Feb 2026 | Named C&S its primary supplier | C&S Wholesale Grocers | No. Supply contract only |
| Jul 2026 | Paid $32 million for a shopping center | Hecht Bird Road Property (seller) | No. Sedano's was the buyer |
Three of the four deals show Sedano's as a buyer or a customer. The fourth is a partial asset sale. None is a takeover.
The 2009 Albertsons Purchase: Sedano's as the Buyer
In November 2009, Sedano's announced it would take over three Albertsons stores in Central Florida. It was the chain's first expansion beyond South Florida, per the company press release.
Here is what Supermarket News reported about the deal:
- The stores sat on Orange Blossom Trail, Curry Ford Road, and John Young Parkway in Kissimmee.
- They were scheduled to switch to the Sedano's banner in the first quarter of 2010.
- No purchase price was announced.
- The sale continued the wind-down of the Albertsons brand in Florida.
- The stores ranged from 58,000 to 65,000 square feet, per Drug Store News.
Albertsons is a name that often turns up in "who bought whom" searches. This deal is probably one reason the question gets muddled.
The 2007 Pharmacy Sale: The Closest Thing to a Sale
Sedano's did sell something big. In 2007, Navarro Discount Pharmacies, today part of CVS Health, acquired Sedano's 11 freestanding pharmacies, per Wikipedia.
The deal did not include the supermarkets. It let Sedano's focus on groceries.
So if someone tells you "CVS bought Sedano's," they are about one pharmacy counter short of the truth.
The 2026 Supply Agreement: Supplier, Not Owner
In February 2026, C&S Wholesale Grocers became Sedano's primary supplier. Progressive Grocer reported that the deal covers 32 stores.
The contract covers a defined list of services:
- Product assortment and mix
- Distribution and transportation
- Procurement
- Merchandising
- Retail services
C&S replaced UNFI, which had supplied Sedano's before, according to Food Trade News.
A wholesaler that stocks your shelves does not own your stores. Think of it as the difference between your caterer and your landlord.
The 2026 Shopping Center Purchase: Doubling Down
The newest headline points the other way. In July 2026, Sedano's paid $32 million for the retail center that houses its Bird Road store, per Commercial Observer.
Key facts from that report:
- The property is a 107,034-square-foot open-air center at 8601 Bird Road.
- Other tenants include Denny's and Office Depot.
- The buyer took on the seller's $6.7 million loan and raised it by $33.4 million.
- Total debt came to $40.1 million, with Ocean Bank as lender.
- The seller had owned the 8.7-acre site since 2004.
The Real Deal adds that the purchase is financed with mortgage debt. Sedano's now makes loan payments instead of paying rent.
Why this matters for the acquisition question
A company about to be sold rarely takes on $40 million in property debt. This looks like a long-term bet, though that is our reading, not a company statement.
Commercial Observer also places the deal in a wider trend. Publix has spent more than $400 million since 2023 buying the centers it anchors. Whole Foods paid $21 million in 2024 for the retail condo housing its Downtown Miami store.
How to Check Any "Who Owns This Supermarket" Claim
Ownership rumors spread fast, especially in grocery. Use this quick routine before you repeat one.
- Look for a press release. Real acquisitions usually come with an announcement from at least one party.
- Check trade press. Outlets such as Supermarket News and Progressive Grocer cover grocery deals closely.
- Separate the deal types. A supply contract, a pharmacy sale, and a store purchase are three different things.
- Check the date. A 2009 story does not describe 2026.
- Check who is the buyer. Headlines with "Sedano's" in them often show it buying, not selling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which supermarket acquired Sedano's Supermarkets?
None. Coverage through July 2026 shows Sedano's operating independently under CEO Agustin Herran.
Did Sedano's ever buy other supermarkets?
Yes. In 2009 it agreed to buy three Albertsons stores near Orlando. That was its first expansion beyond South Florida.
Does CVS own Sedano's?
No. A CVS-owned company bought only the 11 freestanding pharmacies in 2007. The supermarkets stayed with Sedano's.
Who supplies Sedano's?
C&S Wholesale Grocers has been the primary supplier since a February 2026 agreement. UNFI supplied the chain before that.
Could this change?
Yes. Private companies can sell at any time, so check recent trade press before relying on this page.
Keep Reading
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Sources
- The Food Partners: Sedano's press release, November 6, 2009
- Supermarket News: Sedano's Expands to Orlando With Albertsons Buy
- Drug Store News: Sedano's Supermarkets expands
- Progressive Grocer: C&S Expands Southeast Footprint With Sedano's Supply Agreement
- Food Trade News: Industry Moves, Milestones & Memories
- Commercial Observer: Sedano's Buys Miami-Dade Retail Center
- The Real Deal: Sedano's joins grocer acquisition trend
- Wikipedia: Sedano's
Short answer: none. As of October 2026, no supermarket chain has acquired Sedano's Supermarkets. The company still operates on its own, and it was buying property as recently as July 2026.
If you came here for a buyer's name, we are sorry to ruin the plot. We checked trade publications, press releases, and property-record coverage. None of them reports a sale of the chain.
The rumor is easy to understand, though. Several real deals carry the Sedano's name, and they point in different directions. This article sorts them out.
Who Sedano's Supermarkets Is
Sedano's is a Hispanic grocery chain based in Hialeah, Florida. Cuban exile René Sedano opened the first store in 1961, according to Wikipedia.
Reports from February 2026 describe a 32-store chain. Most stores sit in Miami-Dade County, with more in Broward County and the Orlando-Kissimmee area, per The Real Deal.
Agustin Herran is the CEO. He appears on the LLC that bought the Bird Road property in 2026, which is a decent hint about who runs the show.
The Four Real Deals, in One Table
Each deal below is documented. Pay attention to the last column, because it answers your question.
| Date | What happened | Counterparty | Did Sedano's get acquired? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Sold 11 freestanding pharmacies | Navarro Discount Pharmacies (now part of CVS Health) | No. Supermarkets were excluded |
| Nov 2009 | Agreed to buy three Albertsons stores near Orlando | Albertsons | No. Sedano's was the buyer |
| Feb 2026 | Named C&S its primary supplier | C&S Wholesale Grocers | No. Supply contract only |
| Jul 2026 | Paid $32 million for a shopping center | Hecht Bird Road Property (seller) | No. Sedano's was the buyer |
Three of the four deals show Sedano's as a buyer or a customer. The fourth is a partial asset sale. None is a takeover.
The 2009 Albertsons Purchase: Sedano's as the Buyer
In November 2009, Sedano's announced it would take over three Albertsons stores in Central Florida. It was the chain's first expansion beyond South Florida, per the company press release.
Here is what Supermarket News reported about the deal:
- The stores sat on Orange Blossom Trail, Curry Ford Road, and John Young Parkway in Kissimmee.
- They were scheduled to switch to the Sedano's banner in the first quarter of 2010.
- No purchase price was announced.
- The sale continued the wind-down of the Albertsons brand in Florida.
- The stores ranged from 58,000 to 65,000 square feet, per Drug Store News.
Albertsons is a name that often turns up in "who bought whom" searches. This deal is probably one reason the question gets muddled.
The 2007 Pharmacy Sale: The Closest Thing to a Sale
Sedano's did sell something big. In 2007, Navarro Discount Pharmacies, today part of CVS Health, acquired Sedano's 11 freestanding pharmacies, per Wikipedia.
The deal did not include the supermarkets. It let Sedano's focus on groceries.
So if someone tells you "CVS bought Sedano's," they are about one pharmacy counter short of the truth.
The 2026 Supply Agreement: Supplier, Not Owner
In February 2026, C&S Wholesale Grocers became Sedano's primary supplier. Progressive Grocer reported that the deal covers 32 stores.
The contract covers a defined list of services:
- Product assortment and mix
- Distribution and transportation
- Procurement
- Merchandising
- Retail services
C&S replaced UNFI, which had supplied Sedano's before, according to Food Trade News.
A wholesaler that stocks your shelves does not own your stores. Think of it as the difference between your caterer and your landlord.
The 2026 Shopping Center Purchase: Doubling Down
The newest headline points the other way. In July 2026, Sedano's paid $32 million for the retail center that houses its Bird Road store, per Commercial Observer.
Key facts from that report:
- The property is a 107,034-square-foot open-air center at 8601 Bird Road.
- Other tenants include Denny's and Office Depot.
- The buyer took on the seller's $6.7 million loan and raised it by $33.4 million.
- Total debt came to $40.1 million, with Ocean Bank as lender.
- The seller had owned the 8.7-acre site since 2004.
The Real Deal adds that the purchase is financed with mortgage debt. Sedano's now makes loan payments instead of paying rent.
Why this matters for the acquisition question
A company about to be sold rarely takes on $40 million in property debt. This looks like a long-term bet, though that is our reading, not a company statement.
Commercial Observer also places the deal in a wider trend. Publix has spent more than $400 million since 2023 buying the centers it anchors. Whole Foods paid $21 million in 2024 for the retail condo housing its Downtown Miami store.
How to Check Any "Who Owns This Supermarket" Claim
Ownership rumors spread fast, especially in grocery. Use this quick routine before you repeat one.
- Look for a press release. Real acquisitions usually come with an announcement from at least one party.
- Check trade press. Outlets such as Supermarket News and Progressive Grocer cover grocery deals closely.
- Separate the deal types. A supply contract, a pharmacy sale, and a store purchase are three different things.
- Check the date. A 2009 story does not describe 2026.
- Check who is the buyer. Headlines with "Sedano's" in them often show it buying, not selling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which supermarket acquired Sedano's Supermarkets?
None. Coverage through July 2026 shows Sedano's operating independently under CEO Agustin Herran.
Did Sedano's ever buy other supermarkets?
Yes. In 2009 it agreed to buy three Albertsons stores near Orlando. That was its first expansion beyond South Florida.
Does CVS own Sedano's?
No. A CVS-owned company bought only the 11 freestanding pharmacies in 2007. The supermarkets stayed with Sedano's.
Who supplies Sedano's?
C&S Wholesale Grocers has been the primary supplier since a February 2026 agreement. UNFI supplied the chain before that.
Could this change?
Yes. Private companies can sell at any time, so check recent trade press before relying on this page.
Keep Reading
Curious about another everyday retail question? See what time Wawa starts serving breakfast.
Sources
- The Food Partners: Sedano's press release, November 6, 2009
- Supermarket News: Sedano's Expands to Orlando With Albertsons Buy
- Drug Store News: Sedano's Supermarkets expands
- Progressive Grocer: C&S Expands Southeast Footprint With Sedano's Supply Agreement
- Food Trade News: Industry Moves, Milestones & Memories
- Commercial Observer: Sedano's Buys Miami-Dade Retail Center
- The Real Deal: Sedano's joins grocer acquisition trend
- Wikipedia: Sedano's