JBSA-Lackland Unveils Express Upgrades and New Eddie Peppers, Chopz Restaurants
The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Express reopened with a new look and a better-for-you dining option Dec. 14 in alignment with the Exchange’s rebranding of Express stores worldwide.
Regional Vice President Antonio Porter and General Manager Mikel Hunter were joined by 502nd Installation Support Group Commander Col. Shamekia Toliver to unveil the store’s $1.8 million upgrades and new restaurants, Eddie Peppers and Chopz during a ribbon-cutting event.
The Exchange-funded project includes an expanded self-checkout area, new lighting, expanded Snack Avenue, additional cooler doors, wall murals and fresh paint.
“Our community at JBSA-Lackland can enjoy a truly convenient shopping experience in our upgraded Express,” Hunter said. “Eddie Peppers and Chopz are welcome additions to the dining lineup, and we’re excited to bring more options to the installation.”
The self-checkout registers were moved closer to the front of the store to provide more space to browse merchandise. The new Eddie Peppers and Chopz quick-serve restaurants offer tacos, subs, burritos, salads and breakfast items in line with the Exchange’s BE FIT commitment to keeping service members ready and resilient.
Upgrades will continue in the new year. JBSA-Lackland Exchange will welcome Hunt Brothers Pizza and Hot Stuff Kitchen to the Basic Military Training Troop store in January.
Chopz, a quick serve restaurant, opened at Lackland AFB Express on Dec. 14. From left: Exchange Regional Vice President Antonio Porter; Lackland AFB Store Manager Kris Cubacub; 502nd Installation Support Group Commander Col. Shamekia Toliver; and General Manager Mikel Hunter. In back: Express store associates.
