8-18-2025 9:07pm

Mason's Dorothy Lane Market Grand Opening Is Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Beth Callahan Editor

Photo and story courtesy of Dorothy Lane Market

MASON, OHIO--Locally owned and operated Dorothy Lane Market reveals that its much-anticipated grand opening for its fourth location in Mason, Ohio, will take place on Wednesday, August 20, with doors opening to the public at 10 a.m.

After grand opening day, the standard hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. The gourmet grocer’s new location will be its largest store yet and its first footprint in the Cincinnati area. It’ll encompass a 50,000-square-foot main level grocery and a 9,000-square-foot mezzanine.

“We are excited for the opportunity to serve our neighbors in Mason and beyond and impact their lives. We love to make people happy by giving them wonderful, nourishing food for their families, all with our unique shopping experience.” says Calvin Mayne, DLM CEO.

The store design not only caters to an upscale yet inviting grocery environment, but it welcomes guests to sit down, unwind, and enjoy an array of prepared foods. Overall, the Mason location will have all of the features that DLM fans know and love, plus a few new twists. “I think it's really a privilege for DLM to be a part of the food store landscape in the Mason area. Our hope is that we will live up to the expectations of our customers,” says Norman Mayne, DLM Chairman. “I'm grateful that we have this opportunity to open a store there.”

Founded in1948, DLM also is celebrating its 77th anniversary this month. The DLM Mason family of associates will be comprised of 275 new hires and 32 existing associates who are excited to continue their journey in Mason.

"Together we’ve worked hard to bring this vision to life,” said Eric Hansen, Mason City Manager. “On behalf of City Council, the dedicated Mason teams that attract and deliver such developments, and an enthusiastic Mason community, we’d like to welcome DLM to the neighborhood! This project has all the signature elements that make it a perfect fit; job creation, new capital, unique international presence and most of all significant investment in the fabric of our community.”

To celebrate the occasion, DLM will feature a Grand Opening Club Deals, DLM’s term for their weekly ad. Customers can access sale prices by using a complimentary Club DLM card at checkout. As a thank you to the community, new and existing Club DLM card members will receive 500 Bonus Points after their first purchase at DLM Mason during its opening week. Community members can sign up on site or online in advance at DorothyLane.com/ClubDLM.

The upcoming Dorothy Lane Market in Mason is located at the corner of Mason Montgomery Road and the newly constructed Veterans Parkway.