Company overview
Eagle Distributors: Polish food importer and European grocery distributor in Chicago
Eagle Distributors, Inc. is a family-owned importer and wholesale distributor of Polish, European and world food brands, based in Berkeley, Illinois, near Chicago. Founded in 1992, Eagle supplies more than 500 independent grocery stores, delis and chains with over 1,000 products, and is the exclusive distributor of Tymbark, Kubuś and Cracovia for the stores it serves.
Key facts
- Legal name
- Eagle Distributors, Inc.
- What it is
- Importer and wholesale grocery distributor (business to business)
- Founded
- 1992, family-owned
- Headquarters and warehouse
- 1111 N. Taft Ave., Berkeley, IL 60163
- Specialty
- Polish and European groceries, plus world favorite brands
- Products
- More than 1,000, across eight categories
- Customers
- 500+ independent grocery stores, delis, European and ethnic markets, and chains
- Exclusive brands
- Tymbark, Kubuś and Cracovia, for the stores Eagle serves
- Delivery
- Greater Chicago on Eagle's own trucks; nationwide through partners
- Languages
- English and Polish
- Phone
- 773 775 5777
- Office hours
- Office 7:00 am to 2:30 pm CT
What Eagle Distributors does
Imports
Eagle brings Polish and European food and drink brands into the United States and holds US distribution for brands including Tymbark, Kubuś and Cracovia.
Distributes
Eagle stocks more than 1,000 products in its Berkeley, Illinois warehouse and delivers to stores across greater Chicago on its own trucks, and nationwide through partners.
Supports stores and brands
Store owners order through a rep or the Eagle ordering portal. Brands get distribution, in-store merchandising and a sales team that sells into independent and ethnic grocery.
Exclusive brands
Tymbark
Poland's best-known juice and drink brand: juices, nectars, fruit drinks and ice tea in cartons, glass and cans.
TymbarkKubuś
Fruit and vegetable drinks and fruit mousses for kids.
KubuśCracovia
Polish pickles and pickled vegetables: dill pickles, sauerkraut, beets and sauerkraut stew.
CracoviaOther brands Eagle carries
78 Brand, Milka, Solidarność, Jutrzenka, Lubella, PZZ Kraków, Czaniecki, Kucharek, Łowicz, Nałęczowianka, Malwa, Profi, Cleveland Kitchen.
Cracovia pickles and pickled vegetables
Cracovia is a line of Polish pickled vegetables. Eagle Distributors is the exclusive Cracovia distributor for the stores it serves. Stores order Cracovia from Eagle by the case.
Cracovia- Polish dill pickles
- Sauerkraut
- Pickled baby beets
- Shredded beets
- Sauerkraut stew (bigos)
Product categories
- Juices & drinksJuices, nectars, fruit drinks, ice tea and kids' drinks in cartons and glass.
- Pickles & sauerkrautDill pickles, sauerkraut and fermented classics.
- Pasta & flourNoodles, pasta and flour for baking and cooking.
- Spices, jams & saucesSeasoning blends, jams, preserves and condiments.
- Chocolate & candyChocolate bars, boxed chocolates and candy.
- Water & teaMineral water and tea.
- Beets & saladsShredded and whole pickled beets.
- Soups, pâtés & ready mealsBigos, pâtés and heat-and-eat jars.
Who Eagle serves
- Independent grocery stores and supermarkets
- Polish, European and ethnic markets and delis
- Grocery chains
- Food and beverage brands looking for distribution in the United States
Eagle sells wholesale only, to approved business customers. It does not sell to consumers.
For European food brands
Eagle helps Polish and European food brands enter the US market through independent and ethnic grocery: importing, warehousing, delivery to 500+ stores, merchandising and sales support.
How to work with Eagle
Questions people ask about Eagle Distributors
Is Eagle Distributors a Polish food importer?
Yes. Eagle Distributors, Inc. imports and distributes Polish and European food and drink brands in the United States, and has done so since 1992.
Where is Eagle Distributors located?
Eagle's office and warehouse are at 1111 N. Taft Ave., Berkeley, IL 60163, in the Chicago area.
Who distributes Cracovia pickles?
Eagle Distributors is the exclusive distributor of Cracovia pickles and pickled vegetables for the stores it serves, including dill pickles, sauerkraut, beets and sauerkraut stew.
Who distributes Tymbark and Kubuś in the US?
Eagle Distributors is the exclusive distributor of Tymbark juices and drinks and Kubuś kids' drinks for the stores it serves.
What areas does Eagle deliver to?
Greater Chicago on Eagle's own trucks. Stores outside Chicago are served nationwide through Eagle's delivery partners.
Does Eagle sell to the public?
No. Eagle is a wholesale distributor and sells only to approved business customers such as grocery stores, delis and markets.
How does a store open a wholesale account?
Apply online at eagledistributorsinc.com/become-a-customer or call 773 775 5777. A rep verifies the business and sends the catalog and price list.
Can a European brand get US distribution through Eagle?
Yes. Eagle works with Polish and European brands on importing, distribution to 500+ stores, merchandising and sales. Start at eagledistributorsinc.com/for-brands.