Not Just Milk. Built for Foodservice.

Wade’s Dairy is your trusted wholesale food distributor for schools, restaurants, retailers, and institutions throughout Southern New England. We deliver premium dairy, frozen meals, shelf-stable beverages, baked goods, and more — backed by five generations of service, reliability, and local pride.

Serving Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts & parts of New York since 1893.

Serving Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts & parts of New York since 1893.

What We Deliver

Your One-Stop Foodservice Partner — Beyond Dairy

Whether you run a cafeteria, coffee shop, or convenience store, Wade’s delivers everything you need to serve your customers right.

 

Bakery & Desserts – Muffins, crumb cakes, wraps

Milk & Dairy Alternatives – Traditional milk, lactose-free milk, oat milk, almond milk, soy milk
Cheese & Spreads – From Cabot cheddar to fresh ricotta
Frozen Meals – Pastas, ravioli
Juices & Beverages – Gatorade, Naked Juice, Ghost Energy
Shelf-Stable Goods – Grab-and-go milks

 

Who We Serve

Local Food Distribution for Schools, Restaurants & More

We proudly deliver to:

  • Schools & Universities
    USDA-compliant dairy, shelf-stable juice, and grab-and-go breakfasts.
  • Restaurants & Caterers
    Frozen soups, cheese blends, portioned butter, sauces, and desserts.
  • Healthcare & Long-Term Care
    Reliable supply of consistent, compliant foodservice items.
  • Delis & Coffee Shops
    Specialty creamers, baked goods, wraps, and protein drinks.
  • Convenience Stores
    Shelf-stable beverages, dairy alternatives, and refrigerated staples.
  • Specialty Grocery Stores & Independent Markets

Support your shelves with regional favorites, trending beverages, grab-and-go meals, and premium dairy brands customers trust.

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Why Choose Wade’s Dairy?

We’ve Been Delivering Foodservice Confidence Since 1893

Dependable Delivery Across CT, RI, MA & NY

Your orders arrive on time — cold, safe, and accurate.

One Distributor. Dozens of Product Categories.

 Streamline your vendors with dairy, frozen, dry, and specialty goods — all in one stop.

Family-Owned, Community-Rooted

We know your business by name — not by number.

Committed to Local Sourcing.

We proudly support Connecticut and New England farms and food producers.

Our Commitment to Local

Proudly Supporting Connecticut and New England Food Systems

At Wade’s Dairy, we believe that strong communities start with strong partnerships. That’s why we prioritize sourcing from local and regional producers throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York — and why we’re actively engaged in helping the region reach its 30% local food by 2030 goal.

We collaborate with:

  • Local farms and food hubs to distribute fresh, New England-grown products
  • Schools and institutions to meet regional sourcing requirements
  • Specialty brands and small producers to expand market access

From Cabot and Muffins & Stuff to Kettle Cuisine and Planet Oat, we’re proud to deliver locally rooted products with exceptional quality.

Wade’s is more than a distributor — we’re a link between local producers and the businesses that feed our region.

Brands We Carry

Trusted National Names + Beloved Local Favorites

We proudly distribute:

  • Cabot Cheese
  • Chobani Yogurt
  • Garelick Farms Dairy
  • Muffins & Stuff Baked Goods
  • Naked Juice & Poland Spring
  • Ghost, Core Power, & Gatorade
  • Cutrufellos, and more
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