Wholesale Premium Meat — Chicago Restaurants & Chefs
Wholesale USDA Prime, Wagyu, Iberico, and seafood for Chicago restaurants, chefs, and private clubs. Family-owned Northbrook source since 2006. Direct accounts available.
What We Supply to Chicago Restaurants
USDA Prime Beef — Restaurant Grade
Upper-third Prime — the same grade we sell to our retail customers, supplied in volume for restaurant and club accounts. Ribeye, NY strip, filet mignon, tomahawk, and custom cuts available. Consistent grading, consistent supply.
A5 Japanese Wagyu
Authentic A5 from Miyazaki, Kagoshima, and Hokkaido. BMS 10–12, full carcass traceability. Available by the piece or in volume for high-end restaurant programs. Certificate of authenticity with every shipment.
Iberico de Bellota
Acorn-finished pata negra from Salamanca and Extremadura. Secreto, presa, pluma, and whole legs of jamon. The pork equivalent of A5 Wagyu — a genuinely differentiated menu item.
Cold-Water Seafood
Maine wild-caught and South African cold-water lobster tails. Dry-pack diver scallops, U-10 and U-12. Sushi-grade ahi tuna. All shipped overnight in food-grade insulated coolers.
Direct Wholesale Accounts
We work directly with Chicago-area restaurants, private clubs, catering companies, and executive chefs. Contact us to discuss volume pricing, delivery schedules, and custom sourcing requests.
How Delivery Works
| Order by | Arrives | Method |
|---|---|---|
| 2 pm CT, Monday–Thursday | Next business day | Overnight insulated cooler + dry ice |
| Same-day availability | Same day (select items) | Direct local delivery |
All wholesale orders ship in food-grade insulated coolers with dry ice. Consistent supply, consistent grading. Contact us to set up a direct account.
Why Choose Second City Prime
- Family-owned since 2006 — Chris and Susie Maloyan, Northbrook-based for 20 years
- Direct sourcing — Japan, Australia, the Atlantic, and Iberian Peninsula
- No compromises on grade — USDA Prime only, A5 only, dry-pack only
- Full carcass traceability on all A5 Wagyu
- The Second-to-None Guarantee — we stand behind every order
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer wholesale accounts for Chicago restaurants?
Yes. We work directly with restaurants, private clubs, catering companies, and executive chefs across Chicago and the suburbs. Contact us to discuss volume pricing and delivery schedules.
What is the minimum order for wholesale?
Minimum order requirements vary by product and account type. Contact us directly to discuss your volume needs and we'll work out a program that fits your kitchen.
Do you supply A5 Wagyu for restaurant menus?
Yes. We supply authentic A5 from Miyazaki, Kagoshima, and Hokkaido with full carcass traceability and certificate of authenticity. Available by the piece or in volume for high-end restaurant programs.
How is wholesale product delivered?
All orders ship overnight in food-grade insulated coolers with dry ice. Arrive still frozen. We can coordinate delivery schedules for consistent supply.
Can we get custom cuts?
Yes. We work with restaurant accounts on custom cutting specifications. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
Do you supply Iberico for restaurant use?
Yes. Secreto, presa, pluma, and whole legs of jamon iberico de bellota are available for restaurant accounts. Contact us for availability and pricing.
Related Pages
- What Is A5 Wagyu? BMS Score Explained
- Cold-Water Lobster Tails — Maine & South African
- Dry-Pack Diver Scallops U-10 & U-12
- Sushi-Grade Ahi Tuna
- About Chris Maloyan — Founder
- Browse All Products
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USDA Prime, A5 Wagyu, Iberico, and cold-water seafood for Chicago restaurants and chefs. Family-owned in Northbrook since 2006.