From Deli Roots to Kitchen Staples — Why Chefs Across California Trust Marisa Foods

Before it was a food brand, Marisa Foods was a promise—made behind the counter of a neighborhood deli in postwar Long Beach.

Where—and Why—It Started Matters

It’s 1947. The smell of fresh bread, cured meats, and simmering sauces fills the air at Santa Fe Importers, a small but beloved Italian deli on Santa Fe Avenue. That’s where the story begins. The recipes came from home. The flavor was unmistakable. And the reputation? Built one sandwich at a time.

As business grew, so did expectations. Customers wanted more. Restaurateurs came calling. But finding the same authentic, consistent ingredients? That wasn’t easy.

So we made a bold decision: If we couldn’t find it, we’d make it ourselves.

The Birth of Marisa Foods

That decision didn’t just shape our future—it shaped the future of menus across California.

Marisa Foods was created to meet the needs of chefs and kitchens with scratch-quality Italian products that perform under pressure. No shortcuts. No compromises. Just the kind of dependable flavor and quality that keep your guests coming back.

Built for the Line, Not Just the Label

We’re not a factory with a pretty wrapper. We’re not chasing trends.

We’re the people who know what it’s like to run a service on a busy Friday night. Who understand what consistency means when your name is on the plate. That’s why our products—from Italian sausages and meatballs to grated cheeses and deli meats—are made with real ingredients, real care, and real-world performance in mind.

Here’s what you get when you work with Marisa Foods:

• ✅ Products that hold up in prep lines and hot cases

• ✅ Flavor that enhances, not overpowers

• ✅ Pack sizes and cuts designed for efficiency

• ✅ A team who understands your operation—because we’ve been there

Over 75 Years Later, Still on the Line

We’ve grown, sure. But we’ve never lost sight of the kitchen. That’s why foodservice professionals across California choose Marisa Foods to deliver Italian authenticity, batch after batch.

Because when the food matters—and it always does—so does your supplier.

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Whether you're a chef, deli operator, or foodservice buyer, Marisa Foods is here to help you deliver consistent, crave-worthy flavor that works in the real world.

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1401 Santa Fe Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90813 USA

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