FoodCoDirectory: List of Restaurant Food Suppliers / Distributors in California

The restaurant industry is a significant part of the U.S. economy, comprising a vast number of establishments ranging from fast-food chains to fine dining restaurants. Restaurant food suppliers play a pivotal role in the supply chain, ensuring that restaurants have access to the necessary ingredients and products to prepare and serve their menu items. Many restaurants source their ingredients from wholesale distributors that provide a wide range of food products. These distributors often supply items in bulk to accommodate the needs of restaurants of all sizes. Some restaurant food suppliers specialize in specific categories such as dry goods, frozen food, dairy, produce etc., thus restaurants may work with multiple suppliers to meet their diverse ingredient requirements. With the increasing focus on locally sourced and fresh ingredients, some restaurants prefer to work with local or regional food suppliers to support the community and offer unique, seasonal products. With California having a big chunk of ethnic population, usually ethnic restaurants such as Asian, Italian, Mexican etc., work with suppliers offering such specialized or customized products. Restaurant food supply industry has embraced technology for more efficient ordering, inventory management, and delivery logistics. Online platforms and software solutions help streamline processes for both suppliers and restaurants. Some Restaurant food distributors in California services both corporate-owned chains and independent restaurants while some serve only independently owned ones.

List of Restaurant Food Suppliers / Distributors servicing independent, regional and national chain restaurants in California.

Jacmar Foodservice Distribution

City of Industry & West Sacramento

Canton Food Co.

Los Angeles, CA 90021

Nature's Produce

Vernon, CA 90058

Cheetah

Pleasanton, CA 94566

JD Food

Fresno, CA 93725

Saladino's Foodservice