Specialty & Imported Food Suppliers in Illinois
35 specialty & imported food suppliers are listed on Open Pantry for Illinois: 29 based in Illinois and 6 based elsewhere that deliver there. Suppliers here are based in Chicago, Alsip, Bartlett and Broadview and other towns. Each profile shows what the supplier sells, where it delivers and how to order from it through Open Pantry.
Updated September 2026
- 35specialty & imported suppliers listed
- 29based in Illinois
- 6deliver to Illinois from elsewhere
- Chicagomost listed city (11)
Other supplier categories in Illinois
Specialty & Imported Food Suppliers based in Illinois
- Artisan Specialty FoodsBroadview, IL
Broadview, Illinois specialty foods supplier offering proteins, charcuterie, truffles and gourmet ingredients with online ordering.
- CBC Specialty BeverageChicago, IL
Family-owned beverage distributor supplying coffee, tea, and syrups to restaurants, hotels, and institutions in 43 states.
- Chicago Game & GourmetChicago, IL
Chicago game and specialty meat supplier offering bison, elk, venison and game birds to chefs and home cooks.
- Chicago Importing CompanyChicago, IL
Chicago wholesaler of Scandinavian and western European specialty foods, candy, cheese, and meats, SQF certified.
- Global Market FoodsChicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois distributor of Middle Eastern, South Asian, Turkish and halal foods across the US and Canada.
- Golden Country Oriental Food, L.L.C.Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois distributor of Asian, African, European and Caribbean foods for grocery stores.
- Gourmet Spice CompanyIL
Chicago-based supplier of spices, spice blends, grains, nuts, and dried fruits to restaurants and chefs.
- Greco and Sons, Inc.Bartlett, IL
Bartlett, Illinois distributor of specialty Italian food, meats and cheese, serving restaurants and hospitality accounts across multiple US regions.
- J.L. Gonzalez Produce, Inc.Chicago, IL
Chicago-based importer and wholesaler of Mexican produce, fruits, vegetables, and frozen foods for foodservice buyers.
- Lowell International FoodsFranklin Park, IL
Illinois importer and wholesale distributor of Polish and European preserves, meats, breads, and sweets.
- Markpol Distributors IncWood Dale, IL
Wood Dale, Illinois distributor of imported and domestic grocery, refrigerated, and frozen products for Midwest retailers.
- McClementWillowbrook, IL
Illinois-based service provider offering sourcing, quality systems, and supply chain support exclusively to the McDonald's System.
- Mederer of North America, Inc.IL
Supplier of peg bag, theme bag, and mega mix product assortments through a wholesale catalog and online store.
- Mi CosteñitaAlsip, IL
Alsip, Illinois maker of Mexican-recipe foods, spices, seasonings, and salsas.
- Racconto Imported Italian FoodsOak Brook, IL
Oak Brook, Illinois family importer of Italian pasta, tomatoes, olive oil, and condiments.
- Refreshment Services Pepsi IncIL
Independent Pepsi distributor operating seven distribution centers across the central and southern United States.
- Topco Associates LLCIL
Member-owned organization whose retail members operate more than 18,000 stores and employ over 675,000 people.
- Baltic Food DistributingCountryside, IL
Illinois distributor of imported and specialty dairy, seafood, meat, and bakery products for retail and foodservice.
- Banner Wholesale GrocerChicago, IL
Family-owned Chicago wholesale grocer supplying dried goods, candy, and Hispanic and Mexican products since 1926.
- Columbus Vegetable OilsDes Plaines, IL
Family-owned Illinois supplier of vegetable, olive and specialty oils since 1936, with own brands.
- CreamIL
Wine and spirits portfolio featuring Zinfandel, California and Italian wines, and Kentucky bourbon, with trade and portfolio tastings.
- Fortune Fish & GourmetChicago, IL
Chicago-based, founder-run supplier of finfish, shellfish, premium meat, poultry, and gourmet foods.
- Lakeside Food Sales LLCVernon Hills, IL
Vernon Hills, Illinois bulk ingredient supplier of fruit, vegetable, and specialty ingredients for food and beverage manufacturers.
- Lionstone InternationalIL
Wholesale wine supplier offering red, white, sparkling, and specialty wines to retailers and restaurants.
- Midwest FoodsChicago, IL
Chicago-based, women- and family-owned distributor of fresh produce, pre-cut ingredients and specialty dry goods for restaurants and retailers.
- Oak Barrel CorporationChicago, IL
Chicago-based manufacturer and distributor of sauces, condiments, and gourmet foods for retail and foodservice.
- Seafood Merchants LtdIL
Seafood and specialty foods supplier serving Chicagoland and Southeast Wisconsin since 1981.
- Spirit TeaChicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois supplier of farm-direct loose leaf and specialty tea for retail and wholesale.
- Ziyad Brothers Importing (Food & Beverage)IL
Importer and distributor of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean foods including tahini, yogurt, and pita bread.
Also delivering to Illinois
- Certco Inc.Madison, WI
Wisconsin-based supplier providing goods and retail support services to independent supermarkets in four states.
- JNS FoodsCoral Springs, FL
Florida-based foodservice solutions supplier providing logistics, warehousing, and distribution to prisons, schools, and hospitality accounts.
- PodCA
Distribution platform helping emerging food and consumer brands reach retail and grocery buyers nationwide.
- Results FreshBeachwood, OH
Ohio-based supplier of perishable and specialty perishable food items to retailers and distributors.
- Winkler, Inc.IN
A family-owned grocery distributor serving independent supermarkets and convenience stores across eight states since 1911.
- Premier Food Supplies, LLCTroy, MI
Troy, Michigan distributor of shelf-stable, frozen, and refrigerated goods including South Asian food products, for retailers and restaurants.
Specialty & Imported Food Suppliers in other states
Frequently asked questions
How many specialty & imported food suppliers are there in Illinois?
Open Pantry lists 35 specialty & imported food suppliers for Illinois as of September 2026 — 29 based there and 6 that deliver there from elsewhere. The list is built from the supplier profiles in the Open Pantry directory.
Where in Illinois are these suppliers based?
By listing: Chicago (11), Alsip (1), Bartlett (1), Broadview (1) and Countryside (1). Open any profile to see the areas that supplier delivers to.
How do I order from these suppliers?
Open a supplier's profile to see what it sells and where it delivers, then use "Request on Open Pantry" to ask for a trade account. Venues that already use Open Pantry order from all their suppliers in one app and can cost menus with Menu Profit Manager.
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