Aldi is headed to the heart of Manhattan — expanding its footprint in New York City.

The rapidly-expanding discount grocery has signed a lease at The Ellery, a luxury, 32-story residential building located in Midtown Manhattan on the edge of Times Square. The 25,000-sq.-ft. Aldi location will be the chain's first store in the borough, and is expected to open next year.

“Opening our first store in the heart of Manhattan will be a significant milestone for Aldi as we continue to expand access to affordable, quality groceries in the most in-demand locations across the country,” said Chris Daniels, regional VP at Aldi. “This location will allow us to provide New Yorkers with a simpler, quicker, and more enjoyable shopping experience with great products at the lowest prices, every day.

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