Facility Overview

The Super Foodtown Parking Lot (Rear) provides convenient off-street surface parking in the heart of downtown Caldwell, New Jersey. Situated directly behind the active Super Foodtown grocery market at 382 Bloomfield Avenue, this open-air parking facility offers straightforward maneuvering and spacious surface bays. Because this facility is an outdoor, uncovered lot, there are no overhead ceiling restrictions, making it exceptionally accommodating for full-size pickup trucks, commercial utility vans, tall roof racks, SUVs, and standard passenger cars alike. Wide turning aisles make parking and backing out stress-free even during peak shopping hours.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located immediately adjacent to the vibrant commercial corridor of Bloomfield Avenue, this car park serves as an ideal base for local shopping, casual dining, and business visits in western Essex County. Notable destinations within short walking distance include:

• Caldwell University: Located just a 5 to 7-minute walk (0.3 miles) west along Bloomfield Avenue, making it a handy peripheral option for campus visitors.
• Grover Cleveland Birthplace Historic Site: Less than a 5-minute walk (0.2 miles) south along Bloomfield Avenue, honoring the 22nd and 24th US President.
• Downtown Caldwell Dining & Retail: Immediate steps away from neighborhood favorites, pizzerias, cafes, bakeries, and local boutique storefronts lining Bloomfield Avenue and Roseland Avenue.
• Caldwell Community Center: Located within a 6-minute stroll (0.3 miles) on Provost Square.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicular ingress and egress to the rear lot are primarily accessed via Provost Square, Smull Avenue, or the dedicated access drives running alongside the commercial plaza from Bloomfield Avenue. The lot connects cleanly to local municipal thoroughfares without requiring complex garage ramps. For regional drivers, Bloomfield Avenue (County Route 506) serves as the primary east-west arterial, connecting directly to Route 23, Route 46, Interstate 80, and Interstate 280 within a 5-to-10-minute drive. Public transit users benefit from frequent NJ Transit bus service (including the 29 and 71 routes) operating right along Bloomfield Avenue with multiple stops situated within one block of the lot.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous headroom with zero height clearance barriers for tall vehicles.
• ADA Accessible Spaces: Clearly marked handicap parking bays positioned nearest to the store’s rear customer entrances.
• Illumination & Visibility: Overhead pole-mounted floodlights providing safety and visibility during evening hours.
• Pedestrian Connectivity: Direct pedestrian walkways connecting the rear lot to the grocery entrance and out to the Bloomfield Avenue sidewalk network.
• Paved & Marked Stalls: Striped bays with clear directional traffic arrows for orderly flow.

Ideal For

• Supermarket Shoppers & Errands: Direct, front-door parking convenience for grocery runs and quick township errands.
• Downtown Diners & Cafe Visitors: Hassle-free vehicle staging while enjoying local eateries along Bloomfield Ave.
• Caldwell University Guests: Convenient short-term stopping point close to the campus perimeter.
• Local Business Patrons: Visiting banks, pharmacies, and professional service offices in Caldwell town center.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Spaces closest to the supermarket entrance turn over rapidly, so if you are driving a large vehicle or prefer extra maneuvering space, park toward the perimeter of the lot. Note that spaces are primarily designated for customer use; always observe posted municipal and merchant signage regarding maximum stay durations or permit requirements during business hours. When exiting during the evening rush hour, turning onto secondary streets like Smull Avenue or Provost Square often offers faster egress than attempting a direct left turn onto busy Bloomfield Avenue.