MIAMI, FL, May 26, 2026 — Mr Greens Produce (“Mr Greens”), one of the largest privately owned produce, dairy, and specialty food distributors in the Southeast, today announced the acquisition of Fine Foods of South Florida (“Fine Foods”). Headquartered in Miami, Mr Greens, a Sterling Investment Partners (Greenwich, CT) portfolio company, supplies fresh produce, dairy, dry goods, and specialty food items to approximately 4,000 restaurants, hotels, and foodservice operators across Florida, Texas, Georgia, and the Southeast on a daily basis. Supported by a network of nine distribution centers, including two under construction, the company is known for its commitment to delivering high-quality products with an elevated level of service. This acquisition reflects the company’s continued investment in expanding its capabilities into protein distribution, strengthening its product offerings, and enhancing the breadth of service it delivers to customers.
Fine Foods, a family-owned and operated company founded in 2007, has built a strong reputation as a trusted provider of premium proteins and specialty provisions across South Florida. Based in Hallandale Beach, the company specializes in center-of-the-plate offerings, including high-quality beef, pork, poultry, lamb, and seafood, supported by a USDA-inspected production facility that enables custom cutting and tailored specifications for its customers. Serving a diverse base of restaurants, hotels, and foodservice operators, Fine Foods is known for its hands-on approach, product expertise, and commitment to consistency and quality. The company’s service-driven philosophy and strong customer relationships closely align with Mr Greens’ approach, creating a natural partnership built on shared values and a mutual focus on delivering an exceptional customer experience.
Nick Politis, Chief Executive Officer of Mr Greens, commented:
“Fine Foods has established an outstanding reputation for quality, consistency, and a high level of customer service. From the outset, it was clear that our organizations share a similar approach – one centered on long-term relationships, operational excellence, and a commitment to delivering for the customer. This partnership allows us to strategically expand our capabilities to support our large and growing customer base while continuing to build on the service model that defines Mr Greens. We are pleased to welcome the Fine Foods team and look forward to building on the strong foundation they have created.”
This acquisition represents another step forward in Mr Greens’ long-term growth strategy, focused on expanding its business with organizations that align with its service-driven approach. As the company continues to expand its footprint, it remains committed to maintaining the highest levels of quality, consistency, and service that have defined its reputation across the industry.
About Mr Greens
Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Mr Greens is a leading distributor of produce, dairy, dry goods, and specialty food items to the restaurant and hospitality industries across Florida, Texas, Georgia, and the Southeast. The company is known for its commitment to product quality, consistency, and high-touch customer service, supporting a wide range of foodservice operators including restaurants, hotels, and country clubs. For more information, visit www.mrgreensproduce.com.
About Sterling Investment Partners
Sterling Investment Partners (Greenwich, CT) is a leading private equity firm that has been building leading middle-market companies for over 30 years with a highly experienced, cohesive team of senior investment professionals. Sterling focuses on control investments in value-added distribution and business services, acquiring businesses that the firm believes have strong, sustainable competitive advantages and significant opportunities for value creation. Over its history, Sterling has completed over 280 transactions, representing over $34 billion in aggregate value. Sterling was recently recognized as a Founder Friendly Investor by Inc.com. For more information, visit www.sterlinglp.com.
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