Sid Wainer & Son

Sid Wainer & Son Supplying chefs with the World’s Finest Specialty Produce & Foods Since 1914. A family company of Chefs' Warehouse. You can count on us.
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Who We Are
For well over 100 years, Sid Wainer & Son has been New England’s leading food service distributor of the world’s finest specialty produce and specialty foods. We offer the superior quality you demand, the expert knowledge you expect, and the dependability you value in a partnership. With practically endless specialty ingredients to choose from, the variety is unrivaled, the quality is r

enowned, and our service is second to none. Passion
At the very core of Sid Wainer & Son, is a deep rooted passion for all we do. This passion is what drives us, it is what connects us as a team, it is what connects us to our partners and community. Rest assured that you can expect trust, dependability, transparency, and friendly conversation when dealing with Sid Wainer & Son. We are here to support your success and have your back every step of the way. Food Safety
We’re serious about food safety. We were the first specialty produce distributor in North America to become HACCP certified and we are also SQF Safe Quality Foods certified. Sid Wainer & Son implements extensive quality control measures, stringent food defense protocols, and goes above and beyond industry standards to guarantee only the freshest, safest products are delivered to our partners. Sourcing Power
Tap into our elite global and local sourcing power. From fresh farm picked specialty produce to artisan crafted specialty foods, we work with a network of farmers and food artisans who are masters of their craft. If you need it, we will get it to you, if we don’t have it, we will find it for you. Advanced Distribution Power
With hundreds of trucks in our fleet and a state-of-the-art distribution and warehousing center integrated with smart technologies, you can count on us to deliver. See you at your back door soon,

Sid Wainer & Son

For chefs chasing depth: foraged inside the Dolomite Alps National Park by Eleonora Cunaccia, Primitivizia Mugolio start...
12/10/2025

For chefs chasing depth: foraged inside the Dolomite Alps National Park by Eleonora Cunaccia, Primitivizia Mugolio starts with young Mugo pine buds gathered in early May, macerated for months under the alpine sun, then cooked low to concentrate nuance and control. Honeyed richness, woodsy lift, a clean, precise herbal line. A finishing move for cheese plates, gelato, roast poultry, and warm vinaigrettes.

Link in bio to bring this into your kitchen this holiday season.

The holiday season demands more, and we’re here to deliver. Our Allen Brothers Cut-to-Order program, available to you NO...
12/08/2025

The holiday season demands more, and we’re here to deliver. Our Allen Brothers Cut-to-Order program, available to you NOW on our website allows access to the finest beef available: precisely handled, expertly aged, and delivered right when your kitchen needs it. Just place your order by 12PM for next-day delivery.

Whether it’s USDA Prime, Wagyu, snow-aged, dry-aged or any custom cut, your standards don’t change — and neither do ours.

Link in bio to explore our custom cut capabilities.

12/08/2025

We loved welcoming our New England team and their families for a festive holiday breakfast and had SO much fun (especially with our special guest🎅)

Thank you for spending your Sunday morning with us and with each other! 🫶🏼

12/04/2025

Some of our top-performing cheeses for holiday menus.
White Gold Parm for finishing and structure. Toma Truffle for depth. Bonne Bouche and Humboldt Fog for contrast. Drunken Goat for clean, balanced richness.
 
Source what fits your service.
Graze our full selection of cheese at the link in bio. ✨

Winter flavor turns vivid in December with zesty citrus, deep aromatics, and ingredients that bring vibrance, flavor and...
12/02/2025

Winter flavor turns vivid in December with zesty citrus, deep aromatics, and ingredients that bring vibrance, flavor and contrast. Citrus, root veg, woodland mushrooms, and more — curated by our produce team of experts to meet you where your menus are headed.

Last call for Thanksgiving, Chefs. Your must-haves are ready. Swipe through and grab your holiday essentials at the link...
11/25/2025

Last call for Thanksgiving, Chefs. Your must-haves are ready. Swipe through and grab your holiday essentials at the link in bio.

Last call for Thanksgiving, Chefs. Your must-haves are ready.Swipe through and grab your holiday essentials at the link ...
11/25/2025

Last call for Thanksgiving, Chefs. Your must-haves are ready.
Swipe through and grab your holiday essentials at the link in bio.

Before the bake, the sear, or the fold, it starts with the butter you trust (swipe to view the full Grand Reserve butter...
11/21/2025

Before the bake, the sear, or the fold, it starts with the butter you trust (swipe to view the full Grand Reserve butter line). 👀 🧈 ➡️

Our exclusive butters carry the depth and high-fat content chefs are looking for. Sourced from a co-op of family farms and always fresh, never frozen. The emulsion stays tight, keeping your lamination, sauces, and pastries clean and controlled.

Shop the Grand Reserve collection now at the link in bio.

Sourcing that supports smallholder farmers, protects unique varieties, and strengthens a more equitable food system. Tha...
11/20/2025

Sourcing that supports smallholder farmers, protects unique varieties, and strengthens a more equitable food system. That’s what Burlap & Barrel does, and they’re now available for you, Chef.

Access to bold, vibrant spices that keep menus evolving. Burlap & Barrel partners directly with smallholder farmers who grow exceptional spices using traditional, sustainable methods that preserve true terroir. Sustainability is about more than land — it’s about livelihoods. By sourcing single-origin ingredients, they spotlight the regions they come from and the skilled producers who cultivate them.

Now available through Chefs’ Warehouse’s Endless Aisle Dropship program at the link in bio.

11/19/2025

A remarkable night for the Northeast culinary community. Congratulations to the chefs and teams honored by the Michelin Guide — a recognition of the dining experiences you create and technique driving every service.

11/13/2025

Food rescue in action and keeping good food out of landfills and in our community! 🚛🫜🫶🏼

Food Recovery Coordinator, Nate stopped by Sid Wainer & Son this morning to recover quality ingredients, bound for community partners across Massachusetts.

We are so thankful to partner with Spoonfuls, keeping good food moving where it’s needed most. A big shout out to our operations team for keeping it moving!

NEW ENGLAND CHEFS: In season now and exclusively available to you!Grown on Vermont soil since 1791, Scott Farm Orchard k...
11/12/2025

NEW ENGLAND CHEFS: In season now and exclusively available to you!

Grown on Vermont soil since 1791, Scott Farm Orchard keeps heirloom history alive, cultivating over 130 rare and historic varieties that preserve the true character of New England’s apple heritage.

In stock:
Snow ( )
Winesap ( )
Black Oxford ( )
Roxbury Russet ( )
Orleans ( )
Holstein ( )

Elevating the flavor and uniqueness chefs look for in baking, pastry, and beyond. Log in at the link in bio to shop Scott Farm Orchard apples.

Address

2301 Purchase Street
New Bedford, MA
02746

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 6pm
Thursday 6:30am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 7am - 12pm
Sunday 7am - 12pm

Telephone

+15089996408

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