Running a professional kitchen in New York City means tight margins, unpredictable supply, and no room for delivery mistakes.
We built Five Borough Seafood to solve the problems most restaurants and food businesses deal with every week.
The Problems We Help Eliminate
Inconsistent quality Products that don’t match last week’s delivery create waste, menu issues, and unhappy customers. Unreliable delivery windows Late or missed deliveries disrupt prep, staffing, and service — especially in high-volume kitchens. Poor communication Vendors that don’t return calls, change availability last minute, or fail to confirm orders create daily friction. Pricing uncertainty Unexpected price swings without explanation make ordering stressful and hard to plan around. Vendors that don’t understand NYC operations What works outside the city often fails inside it. Timing, access, and logistics matter here.
How We Solve Them
Consistent, market-based sourcing.
We focus on dependable supply and transparency so you know what to expect from week to week.
Local, NYC-focused delivery We operate with the realities of New York kitchens in mind — tight schedules, limited storage, and precise timing.
Clear communication Availability, pricing, and delivery details are communicated upfront.
No guessing, no chasing vendors. Wholesale pricing built for professionals We work exclusively with food businesses, not retail customers.
Our pricing reflects volume and long-term relationships.
A partnership mindset We aim to become part of your operation — not just another supplier.
Your consistency is our priority.
Who We’re a Good Fit For
Restaurants that value reliability and consistency
Markets and grocers that need dependable weekly supply
Caterers and food businesses with volume requirements
Buyers looking for a long-term wholesale partner
If you need dependable seafood supply across NYC without constant follow-ups or surprises, we’re built for that.