100 leading food and beverage companies in the United States (2026 list)

#	Company	Industry	Headquarters	Employees	Founded
1	Kroger kroger.com Operates thousands of grocery stores, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers to provide affordable fresh food, dairy, and meat products through retail and e-commerce.	Retail	🇺🇸 Cincinnati	465,000	n/a
2	McDonald's corporate.mcdonalds.com global fast-food restaurant chain operating over 37,000 locations worldwide, serving popular menu items and employing 1.9 million people	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Chicago	261,219	n/a
3	Starbucks starbucks.com The company focuses on creating positive change in the world by providing a welcoming environment for employees to grow their careers and community connections	Retail	🇺🇸 Seattle	190,713	1971
4	PepsiCo pepsico.com A global company championing innovation, creating deep connections with iconic brands, and empowering employees to make a global impact for a better world	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Purchase	140,098	n/a
5	Subway hosted.app Global quick service restaurant franchise with over 37,000 locations in 100+ countries, serving made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, salads, and bowls through dedicated franchisees and corporate teams	Restaurants	🇺🇸	118,689	1965
6	KFC kfc.com Serving fried chicken to customers at over 34,000 restaurants in 150+ countries. Supporting global teams and franchise partners with strategies and tools.	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Dallas	98,109	n/a
7	The Coca-Cola Company coca-colacompany.com A global beverage company selling popular brands in multiple categories, committed to sustainability, innovation, and making a positive impact worldwide	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Atlanta	96,000	n/a
8	Publix Super Markets corporate.publix.com Largest employee-owned supermarket chain in the U.S., emphasizing community involvement, diversity, sustainability, and continuous growth with over 200,000 associates.	Retail	🇺🇸 Lakeland	83,237	1930
9	Mondelēz International mondelezinternational.com Global multinational manufacturing and marketing iconic snacks, biscuits, chocolate, candy, and gum brands including Oreo and Cadbury to empower people to snack right.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Chicago	79,000	2012
10	Cargill cargill.com A family company providing food, ingredients, solutions, and products in a sustainable way Partnering with producers and customers for a better future	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Wayzata	69,086	n/a
11	Compass Group USA compassgroupcareers.com Redefines food and facility services, delivering excellence to healthcare, education, cultural centers, sports venues, and corporations. Recognized for innovation, diversity, and trustworthiness.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Charlotte	68,303	n/a
12	7-Eleven 7-eleven.com Global convenience retailer operating over seventy thousand locations across eighteen countries providing customers with essential products and services whenever and wherever needed.	Retail	🇺🇸 Irving	57,846	1927
13	Aramark aramark.com Global hospitality service provider delivering food and facilities management to educational institutions, healthcare providers, sports teams, and municipalities across sixteen countries worldwide.	Hospitality	🇺🇸 Philadelphia	56,723	1939
14	Mars mars.com Multinational conglomerate focused on delivering quality products through five core principles including responsibility and efficiency while employing over one hundred fifty thousand associates globally.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 McLean	55,984	1911
15	H-E-B heb.com Privately held supermarket chain operating hundreds of multi-format stores across Texas, providing grocery retail, manufacturing, supply chain logistics, digital innovation, and wellness services.	Retail	🇺🇸 San Antonio	53,307	1905
16	Safeway safeway.com A leading food and drug retailer in the United States, committed to making a difference in communities through donations and support	Retail	🇺🇸	48,392	1915
17	Tyson Foods tysonfoods.com A leading global food company focused on providing high-quality protein products sustainably and affordably while promoting a safe and engaging online community	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Springdale	44,174	n/a
18	ADM adm.com Global nutrition company transforming industries with plant-based solutions, sustainable practices, and cutting-edge innovations for a healthier, more environmentally friendly future	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Chicago	42,789	1902
19	Whole Foods Market careers.wholefoodsmarket.com Retailer specializing in high-quality natural and organic food products, partnering with trusted suppliers and supporting local communities.	Retail	🇺🇸 Austin	42,299	1980
20	Kraft Heinz kraftheinz.com Producer of high-quality food and beverage products including condiments, dairy, meals, beverages, and nutrition items marketed worldwide.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Chicago	39,000	2015
21	Little Caesars Pizza littlecaesars.com Family-owned pizza chain, third-largest globally, offering HOT-N-READY pizzas, Crazy Puffs, and Crazy Bread, using quality ingredients. Franchise opportunities available.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Detroit	38,189	1959
22	Yum! Brands yum.com Franchises and operates over 62,000 restaurants globally, including KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill, specializing in chicken, Mexican, pizza, and burgers.	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Louisville	34,000	1997
23	Sysco sysco.com Global leader in selling, marketing, and distributing food and related products to customers preparing meals away from home, including restaurants and facilities.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Houston	31,974	n/a
24	Bunge bunge.com Connecting farmers to consumers by moving agricultural commodities globally, processing oilseeds, and delivering plant-based food, feed, and fuel products.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Chesterfield	26,107	1818
25	General Mills generalmills.com The company is dedicated to creating beloved food products while prioritizing positive impact, learning, innovation, and growth through collaboration and leadership	Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Minneapolis	25,309	1928
26	Wawa, Inc.wawa.com A fast-growing chain of convenience retail stores offering fresh foods, beverages, fuel services, and community-focused initiatives while investing in employee development and well-being	Retail	🇺🇸 Wawa	21,010	1964
27	Casey's caseys.com A convenience store chain founded in 1959, known for clean stores, friendly service, fresh food, and a focus on small communities	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Ankeny	20,674	1968
28	UNFI unfi.com Leading food wholesaler in North America providing a wide selection of quality brands and innovative food solutions to transform businesses for a better future	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Providence	17,476	1978
29	Kellogg Company kellanova.com Leading global company specializing in snacks, cereals, noodles, and frozen foods with iconic brands and strong growth momentum.	Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Battle Creek	14,370	1906
30	Coca-Cola Consolidated cokeconsolidated.com The company is the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the US, distributing a diverse portfolio of beverages across 14 states and the District of Columbia	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Charlotte	14,213	1902
31	McCormick & Company mccormickcorporation.com A global leader in flavor, McCormick manufactures and distributes spices, seasonings, and other flavorful products to the food industry worldwide	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Hunt Valley	14,000	1889
32	Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.keurigdrpepper.com Leading North American beverage company with extensive portfolio including coffee, soft drinks, water, juice, and mixers, strong distribution network.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Burlington	13,948	n/a
33	Pilgrim's pilgrims.com Global producer of chicken and pork products focused on great taste, safety, and sustainability for consumers worldwide.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Greeley	11,526	1946
34	The Hershey Company thehersheycompany.com Leading global snacks company producing iconic confectionery brands, committed to quality products, community support, and educational initiatives.	Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Hershey	11,057	1894
35	Krispy Kreme krispykreme.com Production and sale of fresh doughnuts through shops, retail partnerships, and digital platforms across more than 40 countries.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Charlotte	10,740	1937
36	Wonder wonder.com Providing quick delivery of diverse restaurant options to customers worldwide, ensuring convenient access to high-quality food	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 New York	10,306	2018
37	Kwik Trip, Inc.jobs.kwiktrip.com Family-owned convenience stores, offering high-quality products at low prices. Focus on community, co-worker well-being, and profit sharing.	Retail	🇺🇸 La Crosse	9,704	1965
38	Performance Food Group pfgc.com Distributes food, related products to restaurants, schools, healthcare facilities, businesses, retailers, theaters, and convenience stores across North America.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Richmond	8,473	n/a
39	Bob Evans Farms, Inc.bobevansgrocery.com Production and distribution of refrigerated and frozen farm-inspired food products including dinner sides, breakfast items, and sausage brands nationwide.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 New Albany	8,406	1948
40	Perdue Farms corporate.perduefarms.com A fourth-generation, family-owned US food and agriculture business offering premium protein products through responsible practices and a focus on animal welfare	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Salisbury	8,392	1920
41	Dairy Farmers of America careers.dfamilk.com Farmer-owned cooperative providing diverse job opportunities, employee training, wellness programs, and community support to enhance employee value and growth.	Dairy Product Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Kansas City	8,377	1998
42	C&S Wholesale Grocers cswg.com A leading supply chain solutions provider and wholesale grocery supplier in the US, serving independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions	Wholesale	🇺🇸 Keene	8,276	1918
43	Save A Lot savealot.com Discount grocery store chain founded in 1977, offering quality and value to local families through private label brands, national products, and fresh produce	Wholesale Food and Beverage	🇺🇸 St Ann	7,523	1977
44	RCL FOODS rclfoods.com Leading South African food manufacturer, offering a wide range of branded and private label products across multiple categories, focusing on growth, empowerment, and sustainability	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Westville	7,240	n/a
45	Monster Energy monsterenergy.com An energy drink company that supports athletes, bands, and fans, creating immersive experiences and celebrating success while promoting diversity and equal opportunities	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Corona	7,188	2002
46	Anheuser-Busch anheuser-busch.com A leading brewer in the United States with a legacy of crafting high-quality beers, supporting communities, and valuing talented employees	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 St. Louis	7,091	1852
47	Land O'Lakes, Inc.landolakesinc.com A farmer and retailer-owned cooperative committed to creating new market opportunities, championing farming's potential, and creating a better world for all	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Arden Hills	6,867	1921
48	Ingredion Incorporated ingredion.com A global provider of ingredient solutions for food, beverage, animal nutrition, and industrial markets, turning plant-based materials into value-added products through innovation	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Westchester	6,517	1906
49	Morrison Healthcare morrisonhealthcare.com Provides food services to hospitals, emphasizing the power of food to enhance the healthcare experience for patients and staff through dietitians, chefs, and food service teams.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Atlanta	6,228	n/a
50	Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc.cocacolaunited.com One of the largest bottlers in the US, producing and distributing over 750 beverage options across six southeastern states	Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Birmingham	6,190	1902
51	Performance Foodservice performancefoodservice.com A leading foodservice distributor providing quality ingredients, personalized customer service, and on-time deliveries to support growth and success	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Richmond	6,054	n/a
52	Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services chartwellshighered.com Partners with colleges and universities, managing foodservice operations to retain and recruit students, offering diverse dining programs and high-quality cuisine.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Charlotte	5,986	n/a
53	Constellation Brands cbrands.com International producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with iconic brands, sustainable practices, and global operations in multiple countries.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Rochester	5,953	1945
54	Niagara Bottling niagarawater.com Leading U.S. beverage manufacturer, supplying bottled water, sparkling water, teas, sports drinks, and non-dairy milk products to major brands and stores.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Diamond Bar	5,794	1963
55	Aramark Refreshments aramarkrefreshments.com Providing transformative and retail-inspired experiences in break-rooms with a focus on hospitality to refresh and inspire guests	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Philadelphia	5,595	n/a
56	Suntory Global Spirits suntoryglobalspirits.com Producer of premium whiskies, tequilas, gins, and ready-to-drink cocktails with global presence and strong sustainability commitments.	Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 New York	5,577	n/a
57	Dole Food Company dole.com Cultivates natural energy to provide premium, farm-fresh foods worldwide, ensuring quality, freshness, and taste, empowering consumers toward healthier choices with transparent operations.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Charlotte	5,495	1851
58	Ferrara ferrarausa.com A leading sugar confectionery company in the US, focused on driving category development with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Chicago	5,430	1908
59	GALLO gallocareers.com Largest family-owned wine and spirits company, official sponsors of major sports leagues, home to top U.S. wine and vodka brands.	Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Modesto	5,417	1933
60	White Castle whitecastle.com Family-owned fast-food chain since 1921, known for iconic Sliders, operating 350+ restaurants and retail division, with commitment to quality and innovation	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Columbus	5,169	1921
61	GIANT Food Stores, LLC giantfoodstores.com This company's LinkedIn page has moved to linkedincom/company/the-giant-company Join us there for more information	Retail	🇺🇸 Carlisle	5,101	n/a
62	Pepsi Bottling Ventures pepsibottlingventures.com Manufacture, sell, and distribute PepsiCo and Keurig Dr. Pepper beverages exclusively in select U.S. territories, plus create own beverage products.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Raleigh	4,859	n/a
63	Schwan's Company schwanscompany.com Producer and marketer of diverse ethnic and global foods, including pizzas, desserts, and Asian-style products across North America.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Marshall	4,847	1952
64	Foster Farms fosterfarms.rec.pro.ukg.net A leading poultry company providing families with high-quality chicken and turkey products through a dynamic and collaborative environment for TEAM members	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Livingston	4,796	1939
65	Taylor Farms taylorfarms.com Leader in fresh salad and healthy food production, focusing on innovation, quality, and delivering products at peak freshness.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Salinas	4,732	1995
66	Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries flowersfoods.com Producer of packaged bakery foods operating nationwide bakeries, offering brands like Nature's Own, Dave's Killer Bread, and Wonder.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Thomasville	4,631	1919
67	Sanderson Farms waynesandersonfarms.com This company is a major poultry producer with 23 facilities, offering a diverse portfolio of fresh and prepared chicken products across various brands.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Oakwood	4,606	2022
68	7 Brew Coffee 7brew.com Specialty drive-thru coffee stand offering premium coffee, energy drinks, and more with a focus on fast service, quality, and creating a positive atmosphere	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Springdale	4,586	2017
69	Schreiber Foods schreiberfoods.com Manufacturing and supplying cream cheese, natural cheese, processed cheese, beverages, and yogurt with a focus on quality and inclusion.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Green Bay	4,375	1945
70	Tops Markets topsmarkets.com A grocery company operating 148 stores in NY, PA, and VT, dedicated to providing high-quality products, supporting communities, and promoting sustainability	Retail Groceries	🇺🇸 Burlington	4,344	1962
71	Jetro Restaurant Depot restaurantdepot.com Membership-based wholesale foodservice supplier offering quality products at low prices to caterers, restaurants, non-profits, and small businesses with a focus on savings, selection, and service	Wholesale	🇺🇸 College Point	4,299	1976
72	SpartanNash careers.spartannash.com SpartanNash delivers grocery and household goods globally through distribution, wholesale, and retail channels, operating supermarkets and supporting innovative food solutions for customers	Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage	🇺🇸 Grand Rapids	4,284	2013
73	Del Monte Corporation freshdelmonte.com Global marketer of fruits and vegetables committed to sustainability, product innovation, quality, and freshness, bringing fresh, healthy products to consumers worldwide	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Coral Gables	4,231	n/a
74	Bagel Brands bagelbrands.com Parent company of popular breakfast brands, offering innovative menus and strong customer service at over 1,100 locations with 16,000+ employees nationwide Serving communities since 1983	Restaurants	🇺🇸 Denver	4,140	1983
75	Mission Foods missionfoods.com A leading manufacturer of authentic Mexican food products, specializing in tortillas and other traditional items for families and friends to enjoy	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Irving	3,984	1977
76	Simmons Foods simmonsfoods.com Leading supplier of poultry, pet, and animal nutrition products with 70+ years of experience, serving customers in 50 states and 40+ countries	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Siloam Springs	3,930	1949
77	Braum's careers.braums.com Family-owned chain offering fast food, hand-dipped ice cream, and fresh dairy products, bakery items, meats, fruits, and vegetables in multiple states	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Oklahoma City	3,907	1968
78	Auntie Anne's beta.auntieannes.com Auntie Anne's specializes in baking and selling pretzels at over 1,950 locations worldwide, with delivery and catering options available through the Pretzel Perks app	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Atlanta	3,824	1988
79	Farmer Brothers farmerbros.com National coffee roaster, wholesaler, and equipment servicer, delivering coffee, tea, and culinary products to various U.S. businesses through a large direct distribution network.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Fort Worth	3,765	1912
80	Global Franchise Group (GFG Management, LLC)fatbrands.com A brand management company that owns and manages a portfolio of quick service restaurant franchises, championing franchise brands and their creators	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Atlanta	3,625	2010
81	Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants chwinery.com An elegant tasting room and scratch kitchen restaurant chain with a large wine club, multiple locations, award-winning wines, and celebrity partnerships	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Downers Grove	3,605	2005
82	Ben E. Keith Company benekeith.com A leading food and beverage distribution company with over 115 years of experience, valuing diversity and employee commitment for success	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Fort Worth	3,584	1906
83	Dunkin dunkindonuts.com Provides food and beverage products including coffee, donuts, and quick-service meals through a network of retail locations.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Philadelphia	3,575	n/a
84	Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling reyescocacola.com This company bottles and distributes Coca-Cola and Monster products to various businesses and venues across 10 states, proudly supporting local communities.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Niles	3,544	n/a
85	Lamb Weston lambweston.com Global leader in frozen potato industry, specializing in innovative potato products for restaurants and grocery stores worldwide Headquarters in Idaho	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Eagle	3,502	1950
86	Hillshire Brands tysonfoods.com A food company based in Chicago that merged with Tyson Foods, offering a diverse portfolio of iconic and artisanal brands	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Chicago	3,449	n/a
87	MillerCoors molsoncoors.com This company produces beverages and was formerly known as MillerCoors	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Chicago	3,386	n/a
88	Dawn Foods Global dawnfoods.com partnering with bakers to provide inspiration, support, and solutions for growth, from small bakeries to large operations	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Jackson	3,323	1920
89	Universal Leaf Tobacco Company universalcorp.com A global agri-products supplier specializing in sourcing and processing leaf tobacco, plant-based ingredients, and producing specialty botanical extracts and flavorings	Tobacco Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Richmond	3,258	1918
90	Dr Pepper Snapple Group keurigdrpepper.com Leading coffee and beverage company in North America with diverse brands across soft drinks, coffee, tea, water, and juices, available everywhere.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Plano	3,227	2008
91	McKee Foods Corporation jobs.mckeefoods.com The company is known for producing Little Debbie snack cakes, a leading brand in America, committed to quality products and value	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Collegedale	3,176	1934
92	AVI Foodsystems avifoodsystems.com Trusted food service company with a focus on high quality ingredients, impeccable service, and value Committed to family values and community support	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Warren	3,173	1960
93	Sensient Technologies Corporation sensient.com Enhancing sensory experiences by developing specialized ingredients and technologies for colors, flavors, and extracts in industries worldwide	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Milwaukee	3,134	n/a
94	Lidl US careers.lidl.com Family-owned business offering high-quality goods at affordable prices Operates over 11,500 stores in 32 countries, growing rapidly in the US Join us for career development opportunities	Retail	🇺🇸 Arlington	3,063	1973
95	TreeHouse Foods treehousefoods.com Company provides private label food and beverage solutions to retail grocery and foodservice customers in North America, offering quality and value across multiple product categories	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Oak Brook	3,053	2005
96	Wayne-Sanderson Farms waynesandersonfarms.com A leading poultry producer with a diverse product portfolio, operating across multiple states and serving various segments with high-quality chicken products	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Oakwood	3,042	2022
97	Swire Coca-Cola, USA swirecc.com Producer and distributor of Coca-Cola and other beverages across 13 states in the American West, with headquarters located in Draper, Utah	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Draper	3,009	1816
98	Centerplate sodexolive.us Providing food and beverage services, hospitality, and event management solutions for sports venues, entertainment arenas, and convention centers.	Food and Beverage Services	🇺🇸 Stamford	2,953	n/a
99	Koch Foods, Inc.kochfoods.com A top poultry processor in the US since 1985, specializing in high quality products and exceptional service in growing, manufacturing, and distributing poultry	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Park Ridge	2,909	n/a
100	Tongaat Hulett tongaat.com Production of refined sugar products from sugarcane, expertise in biofuel, electricity cogeneration, and managing agricultural land use transitions.	Food and Beverage Manufacturing	🇺🇸 Westbrook	2,898	1892

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