H-E-B misses top spot in latest rankings of America's best grocery chains.
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H-E-B misses top spot in latest rankings of America's best grocery chains. Published June 17, 2026 3:45 PM CDT The brief. * * H-E-B ranked third in the latest Super50 ranking from Supermarket News. * The industry publication touted H-E-B's expansive offerings and in-store food offerings. * Trader Joe's ranked number one on the list and Publix was ranked number two. While it may be Texas' top choice for groceries, H-E-B was not able to claim the top spot on Supermarket News' Super50 list. H-E-B came in third on the list, behind Trader Joe's and Publix, which were one and two respectively. Supermarket news, a "nationally circulated trade magazine for the food distribution industry," rated retailers on customer satisfaction, workplace reputation, use of technology, loyalty program perks, omnichannel effectiveness, private-label strength and delivery and pickup execution. Notably, the publication did not rate stores on revenue because "it puts most grocers at a disadvantage and creates similar rankings over the years." Trader Joe's earned the top spot through its "neighborhood boutique" feeling and dedicated fans. It also scored high for its private label brands and "tightly curated mix of products." Publix also scored high for it's "well-regarded, multi-tier private-label offerings" and its customer service practices. The magazine also noted Publix's reputation for...
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