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Royal Farms is expanding its footprint in Virginia with a new 24/7 location in Chester, featuring its signature foodservice and fuel offerings. The chain is also opening new locations in North Carolina and Pennsylvania as part of its store network expansion.
The chain's new Chester, Va., location will open at the end of the month.
Royal Farms recently announced that it will open its newest location in Chester, Va., on July 27.
The brand-new store, according to a statement from the retailer, will provide 24/7 access to high-quality, fresh food, fuel, and convenience items. To commemorate the milestone, Royal Farms will host a special, ticketed “Get Ready to ROFO” soft opening event on July 22 and 23, inviting the community to preview the new store and experience its signature offerings, including a complimentary meal from the soft opening menu.
“We’re excited to open our doors in Chester and welcome the community in,” said Jeff Block, district leader at Royal Farms. “From our World-Famous Chicken to our 24/7 convenience, there’s something here for everyone.”
The new Chester location will feature 16 fuel dispensers and a wide array of fresh foodservice options, including its signature World-Famous Chicken.
The opening comes as Royal Farms continues to build out its store network. In June, the retailer announced it would open two new-to-industry stores in North Carolina and Pennsylvania, respectively.
In North Carolina, the chain is planning to welcome a new location in Shallotte, N.C., on July 13. A “Get Ready to ROFO” event will take place on July 8 and 9.
“As we continue to grow in North Carolina, this Shallotte location allows us to expand access to the fresh, fast and friendly experience Royal Farms is known for,” said Joe Kieper, district leader at Royal Farms. “We’re looking forward to becoming part of the daily routine here.”
The new Shallotte location will feature 12 fuel dispensers and extensive made-to-order food options.
In Pennsylvania, Royal Farms welcomed its latest store on June 29 in Conshohocken, Pa.
“This new Conshohocken location allows us to better serve Montgomery County with the quality, speed and consistency Royal Farms is known for,” said Melanie Clements, district leader at Royal Farms. “We’re excited to open our doors and welcome the community in.”
Today, the chain has locations in Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
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This story was originally published in CStore Decisions on July 2, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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