Life happens around the table

We’re here to help you set yours.

    About Us

    Our Northwest Story

    Harbor was founded by Swedish immigrant Carl V. Erickson in 1923 as the West Coast Produce Company, originally located in Aberdeen, WA. Carl delivered dairy, produce and other sundries to customers in a well-worn Model T truck, getting to know his customer’s needs and forming lasting relationships. In the decades that followed, the company expanded to serve a growing list of customers, changing its name to Harbor Wholesale Grocery in 1954, eventually serving all of Western Washington by the end of the 20th century. In 2019, Harbor purchased the home base of Food Services of America and created Harbor Foodservice. Today, Carl’s great-grandson Justin is CEO. The trucks are a bit sleeker, but the principles haven’t really changed. We still focus on local customers, understanding their needs and helping them succeed.

    Harbor Culture

    Relationship Means Something

    Service-first has always been our mantra, and it permeates everything we do. Our neighbor-to-neighbor spirit is cultivated throughout our team. From the personal relationships our reps and drivers have with our customers to the consulting services we provide for restaurants, we believe in taking care of each other and caring for the communities we live in. Our #HarborCares programs embody this idea as we engage with our vendors and customers to positively impact people’s lives.

    Our steadfast commitment to making the company a great place to build a career has been recognized year after year, as Harbor’s been honored as one of Washington’s 100 Best Places To Work.

    Your Local Hub

    The best of the NW straight into your kitchen.

    Our partnerships with ranchers, growers and suppliers represent the full bounty of the Northwest.

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    Meet The Team

    Here to Serve

    Most of our foodservice experts have been dedicated to the industry for years. They know what customers need and how to deliver it.

    Supplier Spotlight

    IN THE BUSINESS OF SERVING THOSE WHO SERVE OTHERS SINCE 1960.

    Drawing from decades of experience, Bargreen Ellingson provides high touch service in the foodservice design and supply industry.

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