NEWS

An Omaha original is now just weeks away from bringing its brand of quality, service and convenience to Midtown Crossing, Omaha’s boldest and most progressive urban development. Wohlner’s Midtown Market and Deli is on track for a September 30 grand opening.

“We’re working real hard to make our deadlines,” said proprietor Mike Schwartz.

Wohlner’s Midtown Market and Deli will occupy 16,200-square-feet on the ground floor of the Element by Westin hotel building now under construction at 33rd and Dodge streets. The full-service store will feature a complete selection of groceries, fresh produce and sundries; the finest meats cut and wrapped by onsite butchers; a take-out deli with hot prepared foods; and an upscale wine/beer/spirits department.

“An urban grocery market was a key part of our plans from the very beginning. When we articulated our grocery vision – an upscale, service-oriented market – we were essentially describing Wohlner’s. They were our first choice from the beginning and are a terrific addition to Midtown Crossing and a great resource for the entire Midtown community,” said Ken Cook, president of East Campus Realty, the Mutual of Omaha subsidiary that owns the Midtown Crossing development.

Wohlner’s is just one of several Midtown Crossing tenants projected to open in September. The list also includes Blanc Burgers + Bottles, Callahan Financial Planning, Cantina Laredo and Three Dog Bakery. Schwartz said he is thrilled with the way Midtown Crossing is blossoming.

“It’s so exciting,” he said. “It’s just a fun place to be.”

September’s grand opening will represent a homecoming of sorts for Wohlner’s. Schwartz’s grandfather opened the original store in 1918 just a few blocks from Midtown Crossing at 33rd and California Sts. The store moved to 5205 Leavenworth St. in the mid-1930s and stayed there until a move to the Ak-Sar-Ben Village development in 2008. Wohlner’s Midtown Grocery and Deli will be Schwartz’s second location.

“I believe in Midtown – both of my stores are in Midtown,” said Schwartz. “The Midtown Crossing store perfectly compliments our Ak-Sar-Ben location and gives us excellent coverage of Midtown Omaha.”

Wohlner’s will have ample, free parking in the garage on 33rd Street immediately adjacent to the store.

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Heading to Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing? Let Wohlner’s pack the picnic for you! The store is offering specially-prepared picnic suppers for Jazz on the Green concert-goers. The cost? Just $9 each.

Options include:
    · Chips & Dip -- Fresh chips with homemade Mama Hoot’s salsa and fresh guacamole.

    · Meat and Cheese Assortment -- Four deli meats and cheeses with a fresh baguette.

    · Antipasto -- Marinated meats, cheeses, artichokes, olives and peppers with a fresh baguette.

    · Deli Sandwiches -- Your choice of turkey, roast beef or ham with chips and cookie.

To order, simply call ahead (551-6875), and then pick up your boxed selection at Turner Park anytime after 5 p.m. on the day of the concert. Wohlner’s is also making a selection of wine & beer available in the park.

Jazz on the Green, Omaha’s summer concert tradition, is being staged in beautiful Turner Park every Thursday night through August 12. The venue opens at 5 p.m. Concerts start at 7 p.m. Thousands of free parking spaces are available starting at 4:30 p.m.