Village Grocer Merdeka 118 is officially open at 118 Mall, bringing Malaysia’s premium supermarket experience to the base of the world’s second-tallest building.
The opening on 2 November 2026 marks the chain’s 10th new store this year and its most iconic yet. It plays a dual role: a trusted neighbourhood supermarket for Malaysians, and a showcase of local flavour and quality for visitors discovering the country for the first time.
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Why Village Grocer Merdeka 118 Is Its Most Iconic Store Yet
Merdeka 118 is the centrepiece of the historic Merdeka 118 precinct in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, steps away from national heritage sites Stadium Merdeka and Stadium Negara.
That address draws tourists, luxury hotel guests, corporate professionals and the local community, and the Village Grocer Merdeka 118 range is curated with all of them in mind.
5 Delightful Highlights Inside Village Grocer Merdeka 118
1. A Showcase of Malaysian Flavours
A dedicated section of Malaysian produce, snacks and pantry staples gives tourists an authentic first taste of local flavours, next to daily essentials for residents and office-goers in the precinct.
2. Fresh Produce Flown in Daily
Fruits and vegetables are flown in daily from Australia, the US, Japan, Korea and New Zealand, alongside locally sourced produce from Cameron Highlands.
3. Quality Meat and Catch of the Day
Shoppers will find high-quality cuts of meat and a “catch of the day” seafood section.
4. Woolworths House Brands and Health Foods
Exclusive house-brand products from Australia’s Woolworths sit beside an extensive organic and health-food section catering to vegan, keto and gluten-free lifestyles.
5. A Deli and Grab-and-Go Section
The deli and grab-and-go section offers convenient meal solutions for visitors on the move and locals alike.
A Store Built for a Landmark
“This is more than our most iconic store, it is a store built for a landmark,” said Mr Ivan Tan, Group Executive Director of The Food Purveyor. “Standing where we do, next to where Malaysia’s independence was declared and beneath a tower that represents this nation’s ambition today, we felt a responsibility to do more than simply open another outlet.”
“This store represents Malaysia to the world, while still being a supermarket our local shoppers can call their own. It’s the same ‘Passion to Delight’ promise Village Grocer has always stood for, delivered on one of the country’s biggest stages.”
The launch caps a busy year for the chain, which also opened at SKS City Mall in Johor Bahru earlier this year.
Village Grocer Merdeka 118 Opening Rewards
Celebrations kicked off with a one-day Bumper Bonanza on 1 November, and more rewards for shoppers and BITES loyalty members follow:
- RM60 in discount vouchers (a set of four cash vouchers) with every spend of RM100 and above in a single receipt, for use at Village Grocer 118 Mall only, until 6 December 2026.
- A free Village Grocer 118 exclusive Foldable Shopping Bag with an iconic Malaysian food pouch for BITES members spending RM180 and above in a single receipt, from 2 November to 31 December 2026, limited to the first 5,000 units while stocks last.
- Free BITES membership, with 1 point for every RM2 spent, rewards and members-only prices.
Plastic-Free Checkout and Opening Hours
As part of its commitment to sustainability, the Village Grocer Merdeka 118 outlet operates as a plastic-free-at-checkout store, so shoppers are encouraged to bring their own reusable bags.
Village Grocer Merdeka 118 is open daily from 10am to 10pm. For more information, visit the Village Grocer website or follow Village Grocer on Facebook and Instagram.
