Metro Retail Launches New Lifestyle Store Format with Metro Corner at Mandani Bay

From left: Jeffrey Lun, Project Advisor for HT Land Inc.; Jack S. Gaisano, Board Director, Metro Retail Stores Group Inc.; Glenn Ouano Bercede, Vice Mayor of Mandaue City; Sherisa Nuesa, Chairperson of the Board, Metro Retail Stores Group Inc.; Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie’’ M. Ouano, Mayor of Mandaue City; Margaret Gaisano-Ang, Vice Chairperson, Metro Retail Stores Group Inc.; Joel Orense, President & COO, Metro Retail Stores Group Inc.; and Ignacio G. Cortes II, Punong Barangay of Centro, Mandaue City during the opening of the new Metro Corner at Mandani Bay Suites.

Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. (MRSGI) introduced Metro Corner, a new premium lifestyle store format designed to bring modern convenience to vertical communities. The first of its kind under the Metro Retail banner, Metro Corner at Mandani Bay combines the accessibility of a neighborhood store with the sophistication of a boutique shopping experience, marking MRSGI’s entry into a new retail category crafted for today’s urban lifestyle.

​Located at Tower 1, Ground Floor, Mandani Bay Suites, Oceanview Avenue, Metro Corner is designed to serve the growing Mandani Bay community and surrounding districts. The store caters to the needs of urban dwellers, professionals, and condo residents who value convenience without compromising on quality or style.

“Metro Corner represents the next chapter of Metro Retail’s innovation in serving our customers,” said Joel Orense, President and Chief Operating Officer of MRSGI. “It’s a new store format that reflects how shopping is changing in urban communities, compact and closer, designed around convenience without losing the warmth and quality Metro is known for.”

A Modern Retail Concept for Today’s Living

Metro Corner offers a curated selection of essentials, artisan goods, organic products, and international specialties, a balance between everyday necessities and refined lifestyle finds. Each product is carefully selected to support the modern condo lifestyle, combining practicality with premium quality and value.

Unlike traditional supermarket formats, Metro Corner is designed to feel intimate and inviting, featuring modern interiors, organized layouts, and easy navigation that promote quick yet enjoyable shopping. With fresh selections, personalized service, and faster checkout options, the store aims to offer a seamless experience for customers on the go.

“As more communities embrace urban living, we see an opportunity to reimagine convenience through well-designed, right-sized stores that bring essentials and lifestyle selections closer to home,” Orense added. “Metro Corner allows us to serve residents more efficiently while maintaining the same quality, service, and trust that define the Metro brand.”

Designed for the Mandani Bay Community

Mandani Bay, a rapidly developing mixed-use community in Mandaue City, offers an ideal setting for Metro Corner’s debut in the area. Its growing population of residents, professionals, and visitors aligns with the store’s mission to bring convenience and curated quality right around the corner.

“We’re proud to be part of Mandani Bay’s growing community,” said Orense. “This opening reflects our broader goal of building meaningful connections with our customers, meeting them where they are, and enhancing the everyday experience of city living.”

Metro Corner Mandani Bay officially opened its doors to the public. Visitors can look forward to exclusive opening promos, special giveaways, and welcome treats for early shoppers.

To date, Metro Retail operates a total of 79 branches across Luzon and the Visayas under the store formats Metro Supermarket, Metro Department Store, Super Metro Hypermarket, Metro Value Mart, and Metro Home Improvement and Lifestyle. In line with its commitment to sustainable growth, MRSGI continues to aggressively expand its retail network.

For two consecutive years, MRSGI ranks in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 list of the region’s largest companies in revenue terms. This is a testament to MRSGI’s dedication to customer excellence, collaborative partnerships, and sustainability initiatives.