Natural Grocers® Announces Closure of Austin – Arbor Walk Store on October 2, 2025

LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Aug. 19, 2025 – Natural Grocers is pulling the plug on its Austin – Arbor Walk location, situated at 10515 N. MoPac Expressway, with the final day of operation slated for Oct. 2, 2025. Savvy shoppers, get ready! The company is rolling out storewide clearance sales kicking off Tuesday, Sept. 2, offering a juicy 25% discount on the entire inventory. That includes everything from your organic kale to your favorite artisanal cheeses, even those coveted body care and beauty goodies. But remember, folks, all sales are final, so choose wisely!

The Arbor Walk store, a fixture in the Austin community since 2010, has been a go-to spot for health-conscious consumers. While one of four Natural Grocers locations in the Austin region, and one of 25 across Texas, the chain cited unsuccessful lease renewal negotiations as the reason for the closure. Don’t fret, Austin residents, the other locations remain open and ready to stock your pantries.

“Austin has always been a vital part of our journey,” stated Kemper Isely, Natural Grocers’ co-president. “From the day we set up shop here in 2009, we’ve felt at home in a community that champions health, individuality and creativity – principles at the core of Natural Grocers. While we’re disappointed the lease renewal fell through, this decision allows us to sharpen our focus on strengthening our presence across the Austin metro and the broader Texas market. Our commitment to our customers here remains steadfast, and we extend our sincere gratitude for the unwavering support this store has received over the last 15 years.”

Natural Grocers is working to ensure a smooth transition for its employees, referred to internally as “good4u^SM Crew” members. The company is offering transfer opportunities to nearby locations or a comprehensive transition package, inclusive of severance and continued health benefits.

SHOPPING OPTIONS NEARBY

Natural Grocers’ Austin-area customers can still get their fix at these locations:

For more information about Natural Grocers, hit up www.naturalgrocers.com.

ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) is a growing player in the specialty retail space, boasting a robust selection of natural and organic groceries, body care essentials, and dietary supplements. Natural Grocers doesn’t play around when it comes to quality: its grocery selection adheres to stringent guidelines, eschewing artificial flavors, preservatives, or sweeteners (as defined by their own exacting standards), synthetic colors, or the dreaded partially hydrogenated oils. The retailer prides itself on exclusively offering USDA-certified organic produce, pasture-raised dairy products, and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers’ smaller-store concept is designed for affordability and customer convenience. The company also prides itself on providing free, science-backed Nutrition Education programs. Natural Grocers is guided by its Five Founding Principles—including its “Commitment to Community” and “Commitment to Crew”. In fiscal year 2024, the Company invested more than $15 million in incremental compensation and discretionary payments for Crew. Based in Lakewood, CO, Natural Grocers operates 169 stores in 21 states. Swing by www.naturalgrocers.com for details on store locations and more.

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