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The UK’s leading wholesale food supplier

As the UK’s leading wholesale food supplier there’s never been a better time to discover our award-winning products, money-saving offers, and sector expertise.

Trusted by foodservice businesses and catering suppliers across the UK, we deliver with the reassurance of a business committed to people, product, and planet.

Awards & recognition

The Grocer National Wholesaler of the Year

The Grocer Gold Awards: National Wholesaler of the Year

Quality Food Awards: Foodservice Operator 2025-2026

Quality Food Awards: Foodservice Operator

CCM Chefs' Own-Brand Awards Winner 2025/26

CCM Chefs' Own-Brand Awards Winner 2025/26

BII Sustainability Champion Award

BII Sustainability Champion Award

Footprint Awards Winner 2024

Footprint Awards Winner

Allergen and nutritional support

The latest information and guidance you need to comply with legislation and regulations

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Inspirational food

Find tasty recipes, menu support, food trends, new products, publications, and more

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Vegan, dietary & lifestyle

Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, Halal, Kosher and more, helping to meet all your customer's dietary & lifestyle preferences and needs.

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Your sector

With unique in-house expertise, extensive range, insights and support, our dedicated sector hubs, to support your business needs.

Tailored support and guidance for your business

Our Customer Hubs offer specialist solutions for your sector and are constantly updated by our market experts, technical and category buying teams. Whether you want support with your menu, recipe ideas or you’re looking for inspiration, you’ll find what you need here.

Pubs

Your food and beverage operations hub.

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Hotels

Supporting your dining, room service and events.

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Restaurants

Promoting exceptional dining experiences everyday.

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Care

Supporting your resident dining and care setting.

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Coffee Shops

Creating a thriving coffee shop business.

Education

Support for catering operations in schools, colleges and universities.

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Workplace

Supporting your workplace dining and hospitality.

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Quick Service

Enhancing fast-paced food service restaurants.

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Healthcare

Delivering reliable solutions and products.

Travel & Leisure

Dining and hospitality solutions across travel and leisure venues.

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Your dedicated food wholesaler

At Brakes, our commitment to service and quality sets us apart. As the UK’s leading food wholesaler, we take pride in providing a diverse range of quality food and drink products to meet the needs of catering businesses across the country.

We understand what it means for your business to be successful, elevating our role from wholesale food supplier, to becoming your trusted partner in culinary success within your industry. Our commitment to your satisfaction makes us the food distributor of choice for businesses seeking reliability and excellence.

With over 60 years of experience, Brakes is your trusted food service partner, ensuring you receive top-tier products and unparalleled service.