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Broadline foodservice distributors: Is a single restaurant supplier enough?

Explore the hidden benefits of diversifying your restaurant's supply chain with multiple broadline distributors. This in-depth article examines how using more than one supplier can boost your profitability, ensure product quality, and elevate your customer service, all while aligning with sustainability goals.

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October 22, 2025
5 minutes to read

Making their appearance in the 1970’s, broadline foodservice distributors started the trend of providing a one-stop-shopping experience for not only restaurants, but schools, hospitals, hotels, etc. As a convenience-oriented nation we gravitate towards simplicity, and what can be easier than ordering everything you need from a single source.

Chances are you’re already receiving your food and non-food items from a broadline distributor. The question then becomes do you have an exclusive agreement with your broadline supplier and if so, is this your most profitable path?

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