Erewhon

What Erewhon does

Erewhon is a privately held, premium organic grocery retailer headquartered in Vernon, California, operating approximately 11–14 stores across affluent Southern California neighborhoods including Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Brentwood, Culver City, Pasadena, Calabasas, Glendale, and a planned downtown Los Angeles flagship. Founded by CEO Tony Antoci in 2011/2012 and built on the heritage of the original 1968 Erewhon natural-foods brand, the company sells curated organic and ethically sourced groceries, prepared foods, celebrity-collaboration smoothies ($21–$23), private-label wellness supplements ($50–$100), bone broth ($50), and branded apparel and accessories at premium price points. Its customer base is affluent, health-conscious Los Angeles consumers who treat grocery shopping as a wellness lifestyle ritual and status display rather than a utilitarian transaction, complemented by a nationwide e-commerce platform (ship.erewhon.com) shipping to 48 US states and 25+ international markets.

The business monetizes through five revenue streams: in-store retail grocery, in-store food service and café offerings, co-branded celebrity and influencer product collaborations, private-label merchandise and supplements, and direct-to-consumer e-commerce. Celebrity smoothie collaborations—including Hailey Bieber's Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie, Kacey Musgraves' Deeper Well Smoothie, BLACKPINK's Lisa's Thai iced tea beverage, Steven Tyler's Signature Soft Serve, Tems' Lagos Love Smoothie, and Nara Smith's Wellness From Scratch—function simultaneously as product lines and viral marketing assets that drive foot traffic, social-media engagement, and earned media. A paid membership program and the Lifestyle Collective partner platform (aggregating Perspire Sauna Studio across ~100 studios, Price.com, Ject cosmetic treatments, and Function's personalized-health membership) deepen retention and create a wellness-ecosystem moat. Per-square-foot store productivity is disclosed at $1,800–$2,200.

On the technology dimension, Erewhon is not a technology company; its core competency is curation, prime real-estate selection, and brand-building rather than proprietary platforms. The technology stack relies on Shopify for e-commerce and integrates third-party AI tools operationally: Braze for AI-driven personalization and mobile-order engagement (with a disclosed 20% lift), and ReposiTrak for AI-powered supplier compliance under FSMA 204. Go-to-market motion is event-driven and community-led, leveraging celebrity smoothie launches, in-store activations, and viral cultural moments such as the $19 strawberry and the Kai Trump shopping video to drive top-of-funnel awareness in a category where the brand itself functions as the value proposition.

Name

Erewhon

Legal name

Erewhon

Website

https://erewhonmarket.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Erewhon is a premium organic grocery retailer operating 11–14 stores in affluent Southern California neighborhoods plus an NYC tonic bar, serving affluent health-conscious consumers with curated organic groceries, celebrity-collaboration smoothies, private-label wellness products, and a nationwide e-commerce platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Organic Grocery Retail

NAICS

Supermarkets and Other Grocery Retailers (except Convenience Retailers) (445110), Grocery and Convenience Retailers (4451)

SIC

Retail-Grocery Stores (5411)

akta.pro primary industry

Natural/Organic Supermarkets & Chains (CRAHAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Natural/Organic Grocery E-commerce & Delivery-Only Retail (CRAHAEAI), Natural/Organic Bulk & Supplement Grocers (CRAHAMAF)

Keywords

• Premium organic grocery
• Specialty natural foods
• Wellness retail stores
• Organic smoothie cafe
• Private label supplements

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Retail Grocery Sales: Erewhon generates primary revenue through retail sales of organic, ethically sourced grocery products, produce, packaged goods, and specialty food items at premium price points. The company maintains high per-square-foot productivity of $1,800-$2,200.
2. In-Store Food Service: Revenue from prepared foods, smoothies, beverages, and café offerings including celebrity-branded smoothies and specialty drinks priced at $19-$23.
3. Brand Partnership Collaborations: Erewhon generates revenue through co-branded smoothie and product collaborations with celebrities and brands, leveraging its membership program and social media presence for joint product launches.
4. Merchandise and Private Label: Sales of Erewhon-branded merchandise including apparel (hoodies, tote bags, hats), accessories (water bottles, cups), and private-label products like supplements and wellness items.
5. E-commerce and Delivery: Online ordering with nationwide shipping across 48 US states and international shipping to over 25 countries, plus delivery partnerships in New York City.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Erewhon operates premium organic grocery retail stores in affluent Southern California neighborhoods, selling organic, ethically sourced produce, packaged goods, specialty foods, and private-label wellness and grocery items at premium price points. The company supplements physical retail with a nationwide e-commerce site, celebrity- and influencer-branded smoothies, branded apparel and accessories, gift sets, and a membership program with a Lifestyle Collective partner platform.

Product overview

Erewhon is a premium organic grocery retailer operating 14 Southern California locations plus an NYC tonic bar partnership, offering both physical retail stores and a nationwide e-commerce platform (ship.erewhon.com). The product portfolio includes: private label wellness products (Liposomal Glutathione, Vitamin C, Sleep Formula, Sea Moss Gel, Plant-Based Protein), private label grocery and pantry items (Olive Oil, Bone Broth, Macaroons), celebrity-branded smoothies (Hailey Bieber, Nara Smith, Tems, Kacey Musgraves collaborations), branded merchandise (apparel, accessories, tote bags, water bottles), gift sets, and e-gift cards. The company operates a membership program and Lifestyle Collective partner platform offering exclusive wellness services. Erewhon differentiates through high-profile brand collaborations, celebrity smoothie partnerships, and a health-focused retail experience positioning grocery shopping as aspirational lifestyle retail.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• On x Erewhon: Multi-year partnership with Swiss sports brand On, featuring co-branded Cloudsurfer Max sneaker, apparel collection, and recovery juice.
• On x Erewhon Wellness Club
• Function x Erewhon
• Erewhon Lifestyle Collective
• Erewhon Market

Products and services

• Erewhon Online Store (ship.erewhon.com) Direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform offering nationwide shipping of Erewhon's private-label wellness, grocery, and pantry products, celebrity-branded smoothie kits, branded apparel and accessories, and curated gift sets to consumers across the United States and internationally.
• Erewhon Smoothies Celebrity- and influencer-branded smoothies and smoothie kits sold in-store and online at $19–$23 each, including co-branded launches with Hailey Bieber, Nara Smith, Tems, Kacey Musgraves, BLACKPINK's Lisa, and Marianna Hewitt, designed as limited-edition, social media-driven wellness offerings for affluent consumers.
• Erewhon Private Label Wellness Products Erewhon-branded wellness supplements and functional beverages including Liposomal Glutathione ($100), Liposomal Vitamin C ($74), Sleep Formula ($72), Kombucha Pink Salt Lemonade 6-pack ($35), Kefir Soda 6-pack ($35), Cosmic Berry Sea Moss Gel ($88), and Organic Plant-Based Protein ($52) sold via retail stores and e-commerce to health-conscious consumers.
• Erewhon Private Label Grocery and Pantry Erewhon-branded grocery and pantry items such as Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (from $16), Organic Chicken Bone Broth ($50), Large Glass Storage Containers ($16), Organic Plain Macaroon ($18), and Organic Chocolate Macaroon ($21) available in-store and online for organic-focused consumers.
• Erewhon Apparel and Accessories Erewhon-branded apparel and lifestyle merchandise including hoodies, shopper bags (e.g., Eggshell Shopper Bag at $60), dad hats, water bottle jugs, stainless steel cups, insulated cooler bags, and washable kraft bags, sold in-store and online as lifestyle accessories.
• Erewhon Gift Sets Curated holiday and seasonal gift boxes sold through Erewhon retail stores and the online storefront for gifting occasions targeted at wellness-focused consumers.
• Erewhon E-Gift Cards Digital gift cards redeemable on Erewhon's online store, available from $50 and upward, used for online purchases of private-label, branded, and smoothie products.
• Erewhon Membership Program Paid membership offering exclusive access to in-store activations, product launches, celebrity collaboration previews, wellness events, and personalized experiences for an engaged wellness-oriented community.
• Erewhon Lifestyle Collective Member benefit platform bundling third-party wellness partner offers (Perspire Sauna Studio across nearly 100 studios, Price.com AI-powered shopping and cashback, Ject cosmetic treatments) for Erewhon members.
• On x Erewhon Collection Co-branded product line with Swiss sportswear brand On including Cloudsurfer Max sneakers, athletic apparel and accessories, and a vitamin-loaded recovery juice available at Erewhon retail locations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Per-square-foot productivity of $1,800 to $2,200, positioning as a leading luxury grocery retailer

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability3 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, flagship and core.

• Seremoni (Shinkei Systems)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 June 2026Shinkei Systems sells its humanely killed fish products under the consumer brand Seremoni at Erewhon grocery stores, reportedly becoming the first to export American-caught fish to Japan.
• OnflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2026Swiss sportswear brand On launched a multi-year partnership with Erewhon spanning product, community, and culture. The collaboration includes a refreshed Cloudsurfer Max sneaker, apparel collection, and vitamin-loaded recovery juice. The collection features footwear, athletic wear, and accessories with Erewhon's branding integrated throughout, targeting wellness-oriented consumers in Los Angeles.
• On x Erewhon Wellness ClubcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 May 2026Community wellness initiative launched with On partnership, including post-run recovery juice featuring golden sea moss, liquid magnesium, turmeric, and organic orange juice available at all Erewhon locations.
• ReposiTrakcoreTechnology or Integration · 20 May 2026Partnership to implement compliance management platform addressing supplier documentation, regulatory requirements, and FSMA 204 regulations. Cloud-based system aims to improve supplier onboarding and real-time compliance monitoring.
• MEDASE CocktailsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 May 2026Black women-owned zero-proof cocktail brand expanded to Erewhon's Southern California locations following strategic investment in April 2026. Brand aims to generate over $20 million in annual sales before its next investment round.
• New ChapterminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 May 2026Vermont-based vitamin and supplement company launched three wellness products at Erewhon: Zyflamend for joint comfort, Daily Skin Renewal for skin health, and Omega-7 Sea Buckthorn Blend for beauty nourishment.
• ReposiTrakcoreTechnology or Integration · 24 April 2026Erewhon selected ReposiTrak's AI-powered Compliance Management solution to manage supplier documentation, monitor regulatory compliance, and reduce operational risk across its expanding supplier network. The cloud-based platform enables efficient supplier onboarding, real-time compliance monitoring, and auditable documentation management to meet FSMA 204 requirements.
• Lifeway FoodscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026Lifeway Foods partnered with Erewhon to launch the Tropical Lifeway Smoothie made with Organic Lifeway Kefir, combining kefir with orange juice, coconut cream, pineapple, mango, mint, and spirulina. The smoothie is available at all Erewhon locations through the end of June 2026, representing Lifeway's expansion in the premium organic grocery channel.
• LACMAflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 April 2026Partnership to operate a cafe at LACMA's new David Geffen Galleries, featuring outdoor seating near Alexander Calder's sculpture. Marking Erewhon's first museum collaboration, opening for LACMA members and general public in May 2026.
• Chameleon CoffeeminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 February 2026Launch of USDA Organic Functional Flash Brew ready-to-drink cans at Erewhon, using proprietary flash-chill process with functional ingredients including L-Theanine and Zinc Gluconate.
• FunctioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 February 2026Function and Erewhon launched 'The World's Healthiest Smoothie?' in all Erewhon stores, offering personalized approach to health with focus on individual biological needs through nutrient-rich smoothie and membership platform with extensive lab testing.
• O'kra WaterminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 February 2026Black-owned sparkling okra water brand launched by Anna Cobb after surviving severe allergic reaction to synthetic energy drink. Brand sold 1,000 cans in first week and 7,000 within a month at Erewhon.
• JectminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 February 2026Erewhon expanded into cosmetic treatments by partnering with Ject to offer lip flips and brow lifts at events for members in Los Angeles, creating elevated aesthetic experience aligned with wellness retail approach.
• Real CocominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 January 2026Organic coconut beverage brand expanded portfolio across all Erewhon locations, sourcing coconuts from Vietnam's Mekong Delta and supporting quality and sustainability commitment.
• Perspire Sauna StudiominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 December 2025Largest sauna franchise in the U.S. joined Erewhon's Lifestyle Collective, offering discounts and exclusive access to wellness events for Erewhon members across nearly 100 studios nationwide.
• Price.comminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 October 2025Price.com joined Erewhon's Lifestyle Collective offering members free one-year Pro subscription with enhanced cashback, priority support, and early access to deals.
• Beyond MeatcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 23 October 2025Beyond Burger and Beyond Beef IV products launched at Erewhon locations across Southern California as the first plant-based meat items certified by the Clean Label Project.
• KithflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 September 2025Partnership to open first NYC Erewhon as part of Kith Ivy private members club in West Village, featuring Erewhon tonic bar and exclusive juice offerings. Erewhon's most significant East Coast expansion.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Whole Foods Market: Owned by Amazon, Whole Foods is the largest natural and organic grocery chain in the US. It competes directly with Erewhon in premium organic grocery but at a much larger, more mass-affluent scale across hundreds of locations nationwide.

Direct peers

• Sprouts Farmers Market: Natural and organic grocery chain with 400+ stores focused on fresh produce, bulk foods, and wellness products. Sprouts competes with Erewhon for health-conscious shoppers but at a more accessible price point and broader geographic footprint.
• Trader Joe's: Specialty private-label grocery chain known for curated product selection, unique offerings, and cult customer loyalty. Trader Joe's competes for the same wellness-curious shopper demographic but with a value-luxury positioning rather than Erewhon's ultra-premium approach.
• Natural Grocers (Vitamin Cottage): Specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries and dietary supplements with 160+ stores. Natural Grocers competes in the same organic/natural category with strong supplement offerings, though at lower price points than Erewhon.
• Gelson's Markets: Premium Southern California supermarket chain with 27 stores serving affluent neighborhoods. Gelson's is the closest regional direct competitor to Erewhon, competing for the same high-income Southern California customer with a similar premium positioning.
• The Fresh Market: Specialty grocer with 160+ stores focused on fresh, premium products in an upscale small-format store experience. The Fresh Market competes with Erewhon for affluent shoppers seeking curated, high-quality grocery experiences.

Emerging players

• Meadow Lane: New luxury grocery concept modeled explicitly on Erewhon with reportedly higher per-square-foot productivity ($5,652). Meadow Lane is the most direct emerging competitor targeting the same ultra-premium wellness consumer in coastal markets.
• Sweetgreen: Fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in healthy salads and bowls targeting wellness-conscious urban consumers. While not a grocery competitor, Sweetgreen shares Erewhon's premium positioning, demographic focus, and tech-forward brand strategy.

Regional players

• Lazy Acres Natural Market: Southern California natural and organic grocery chain with a smaller footprint focused on premium, organic, and specialty products. Lazy Acres competes with Erewhon in the same regional market for organic grocery shoppers.
• Mother's Market & Kitchen: Southern California natural foods grocery chain with prepared foods, supplements, and organic produce. Mother's Market is a regional direct competitor to Erewhon in the organic/natural category, though with a longer-tenured and broader customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/erewhon
• Xx.com/ErewhonMarket
• Facebookfacebook.com/ErewhonMarket

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments2 records

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