About Riviera Produce Corp.

About Riviera Produce Corp.

Your Trusted Wholesale Food
Partner in the Tri-State Area

Riviera Produce Corp. is a produce distributor and HACCP-certified wholesale food service supplier serving restaurants, hotels, caterers, universities, institutions, and kitchens across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and the Northeast.

A produce distributor sources, stores, and delivers fresh fruits, vegetables, specialty items, and related food products from farms, growers, brands, and suppliers to businesses. Distributors may operate as broadline distributors, specialty distributors, or cash and carry operations. Riviera Produce supports professional kitchens with fresh sourcing, refrigerated delivery, cold chain handling, and responsive service.

For chefs, purchasing managers, and food service teams, choosing the right distributor protects quality, supports menus, and keeps operations moving.

Our Story: Built from the Ground Up Since 1993

Riviera Produce was founded in 1993 by Ben Friedman, who built the company from the ground up. What began with Ben and his brother delivering produce from a van has grown into a trusted wholesale produce distributor — today serving professional kitchens across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania through a network of over 75 farm partners, with HACCP-certified operations and six-day delivery coverage.

Built for Professional Kitchens

Professional kitchens move quickly. Riviera Produce supports that pace with flexible service, reliable ordering, and a broad product selection. Our customers rely on Riviera Produce for:

Fresh Fruits & Vegetables

Fresh Fruits &
Vegetables

Specialty & Organic Produce

Specialty &
Organic Produce

Microgreens & seasonal items

Microgreens &
seasonal items

Dairy & Eggs riviera produce

Dairy & Eggs

Meat & poultry

Meat & poultry

Pantry & dry goods

Pantry & dry goods

Frozen foods

Frozen foods

Beverages

Beverages

Local farm products

Local farm products

National brand products

National brand products

Broad Selection, Supplier Network, and Tailored Service

Produce distributors help food service businesses access a wide product assortment, including fresh, natural, organic, specialty, and conventional products. Riviera Produce partners with multiple local farms, regional producers, specialty vendors, and national brands to provide fresh products, innovative ingredients, seasonal items, and dependable supply.

This supplier network helps customers source products for changing menus, dietary needs, events, and daily operations. Riviera Produce also provides tailored service for kitchens that need consistency, communication, and flexibility.

Reliable delivery schedules, food safety certifications, and supplier verification are essential when selecting a produce distributor.

Trusted Sourcing from Local Farms and National Brands

Riviera Produce sources directly from certified, sustainable, and locally operated farms whenever possible. Our farm partner network includes over 75 active farms across New York, New Jersey, and the broader Northeast region

Hepworth Farms Milton New York
Milton, New York
Hepworth Farms

Hepworth Farms in Milton, New York, is a 550-acre certified organic farm. It is New York State Grown and Certified, GAP Certified, and recognized in the Whole Foods Responsibly Grown Program.

Satur Farms Cutchogue New York
Cutchogue, New York
Satur Farms

Satur Farms in Cutchogue, New York, grows specialty salads, leafy greens, heirloom tomatoes, and herbs on Long Island farmland.

Pavero Apple Farm Highland New York
Highland, New York
Pavero Apple Farm

Pavero Apple Farms in Highland, New York, has been family-owned since 1941. The farm is Safe Quality Food certified and is one of the leading apple growers in the Northeast.

Lancaster Farm Fresh Lancaster Pennsylvania
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Lancaster Farm Fresh

Lancaster Farm Fresh is a certified organic cooperative supplying seasonal vegetables and specialty produce.

National Brand Partners Riviera Produce
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
National Brand Partners

Riviera Produce also carries products from Calavo, Dole, Del Monte, Driscoll's, Chiquita, and WellPict.

Norwich Meadows Farm Milton New York
Milton, New York
Norwich Meadows Farm

For over 20 years, Zaid and his wife Haifa have been committed to growing organic fruits and vegetables using only natural fertilizers and free of any harsh chemicals.

Reliable Delivery Across NYC, NJ, CT, PA, and the Northeast

Riviera Produce delivers to professional kitchens across New York City, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Philadelphia.

Delivery Schedule
Same-day delivery before 12:00 PM
Next-day delivery by 11:59 PM
Deliveries Monday through Saturday
Delivery window from 5:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Order and Payment Details
Minimum order
$175
Payment options
Check, credit card, and COD
Online ordering for existing customers

Quality You Can Verify, Service You Can Count On

HACCP CERTIFIEDRiviera Produce is HACCP certified and maintains food safety protocols designed to protect freshness, quality, and consistency.

Every product is inspected at our Englewood, New Jersey facility, stored under proper temperature controls, and transported in refrigerated vehicles.
Cold chain management is critical in produce distribution. Refrigerated storage, climate-controlled trucks, and proper handling help maintain precise temperatures during transit. Cold chain integrity protects shelf life, nutritional value, freshness, and safety.

Professional kitchens depend on distributors with clean facilities, supplier verification, reliable delivery schedules, and proper cold chain practices.

Trusted by Leading Restaurants, Institutions, and Chefs

Riviera Produce is trusted by 4 Charles Prime Rib, Carbone, Torrisi, Laser Wolf, NYU,
and Rutgers, and supports kitchens connected to Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Daniel Boulud.

4 Charles Prime Rib
Carbone
Torrisi
Laser Wolf
NYU
Rutgers University

Frequently Asked Questions About
Riviera Produce

Riviera Produce is a wholesale produce distributor and food service supplier serving restaurants, hotels, caterers, universities, institutions, and commercial kitchens.
A produce distributor sources, stores, and delivers fresh fruits, vegetables, specialty items, and related food products to businesses.
Riviera Produce delivers to all five boroughs of New York City, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Philadelphia.
Yes. Riviera Produce is HACCP certified and follows food safety practices for storage, handling, refrigerated delivery, and quality control.
The minimum order for a Riviera Produce wholesale account is $175. There are no additional minimums for individual product categories.
Complete the online credit application at rivieraproduce.com/business-credit-application/ and a member of our team will contact you to finalize your account setup.
Riviera Produce offers wholesale fresh produce, dairy products, meat and poultry, specialty and organic items, microgreens, pantry and dry goods, frozen foods, and beverages.
Riviera Produce accepts check, credit card, and COD (cash on delivery).
Orders must be submitted by 11:59 PM for next-day delivery, or before noon for same-day delivery.
Yes. Riviera Produce sources directly from a network of over 75 certified local and regional farms, including Hepworth Farms, Satur Farms, Pavero Apple Farms, and Lancaster Farm Fresh.
Contact our customer service team within 24 hours of delivery at (201) 227-7105 or inquiries@rivieraproduce.com. We address quality issues, short items, incorrect orders, and pricing discrepancies promptly.

Ready to Work with Riviera Produce?

Complete the credit application and a representative will reach out.