The Ace Endico Story

A legacy started by two business partners and friends with a vision. We proudly remain family-owned and operated, continuing the values of service, quality, and commitment to our customers.

Company History

When William A. Endico and Murray Hertzberg started Ace Endico, they operated out of a garage in Mt. Vernon and had one delivery truck. Over 40 years later, we have a 200,000 sq ft facility, multiple offices, hundreds of suppliers, and a fleet of state-of-the-art delivery trucks. William and Murray sacrificed everything during those early days to build the company that exists today. Their passion and dedication continue to be an inspiration to us all.

A Family Tradition of Quality and Service

Even in our early years as a food distributor, Ace Endico was known for its high-quality products and exceptional service. It has never been uncommon to go above and beyond, whether we put in extra hours to source a special ingredient or adjust a truck route to get your delivery to you faster. That respect and commitment are the same for all customers, regardless of size or how long they have worked with us.
As we continue to grow, our team is excited to implement new processes and advanced technology to strengthen our presence in the food distributor and restaurant supplier industries. An exciting chapter lies ahead. We are thankful to have a strong team behind us that shares our passion and honors our family’s history, values, and traditions.
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1932

William Endico, Sr. opens his first retail produce business in the Bronx, New York

1982
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1982

William A. Endico and Murray Hertzberg Launch Ace Endico Food Service in a garage in Mt. Vernon, New York

1993
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1993

Ace Endico moves into a larger distribution center in Elmsford, New York

2005
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2005

After outgrowing the Elmsford facility, Ace Endico builds a state-of-the-art distribution center in Brewster, New York

2012
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2012

Ace Endico expands the warehouse by 25,000 sq ft and elevates the high-end specialty line to include 5,000 more products

2017
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2017

A facility expansion adds 70,000 sq ft, with 10,000 sq ft of office space and more than double the freezer capacity

2020
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2020

Ace Endico acquires Supreme Dairy Farms in Woonsocket, RI, and Sassone Wholesale Groceries in Bronx, New York

2022
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2022

A new expansion project is approved that will allow Ace Endico to add 168,000 sq ft to the headquarters in Brewster, New York

2023
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2023

Ace Endico acquires Primarque Products, a small Massachusetts-based wholesaler specializing in chocolate and confections.

2024
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2024

Ace Endico opens a new Wholesale Marketplace in Brewster, New York

Committed to Our Legacy of Quality and Service

Ace Endico has a clear vision for its future. We focus on our core values and instill in our people a family culture. Our loyal and dedicated staff play a key role in that vision. The future looks bright, and I would like to thank our staff for their hard work and commitment. They are the reason for our success.
William Endico
Founder CEO

A Team At Your Service

Running a business involves more than sourcing products and ingredients. We go beyond the role of a food distributor, supporting you with a team of trained chefs and specialists. Together, we help you test products in our state-of-the-art kitchen and curate seasonal menus using the finest local and imported ingredients. When it’s time to prepare your order, our warehouse and delivery teams go the extra mile to ensure quality and freshness until the products arrive at your doorstep.

OUR CULINARY TEAM

Working at Ace Endico

At Ace Endico, everyone is considered part of the family. We strongly believe in promoting from within and providing opportunities for people to build careers, no matter what level they start at. The culture is one where people feel supported and welcome, and we are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work®.

Become part of a team dedicated to continuing a family tradition of quality and service.

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