Family-owned since 1994

Fresh foods, international groceries, and everyday value for New Jersey families.

Universal Food Markets has proudly served communities across New Jersey for over 30 years with Central American groceries, Caribbean and Jamaican products, American grocery essentials, fresh produce, meat, seafood, dairy, and weekly savings.

30+Years serving families
10+Locations in New Jersey
1994Founded as a family-owned chain
6Core fresh and grocery departments
Universal Food Markets storefront
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Our story

From neighborhood grocery store to trusted supermarket destination.

Founded in 1994, Universal Food Markets began as a neighborhood grocery store and grew into a trusted family-owned supermarket chain serving communities across New Jersey.

  • 1994
    Built on community trust

    The business started with a simple goal: offer fresh foods, fair prices, and products families know and love.

  • Growth
    Expanded across the state

    Universal Food Markets grew to more than 10 locations while keeping a friendly neighborhood supermarket atmosphere.

  • Today
    Celebrating cultures through food

    Customers shop here for authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and everyday essentials all under one roof.

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Weekly flyer

Fresh offers. Bigger savings. Every week

Easy weekly update:

Explore our latest discounts on groceries, household essentials, and more. Stock up on your favorites without stretching your budget.

Departments

Everything You Need, All in One Place.

Great prices, fresh quality, and unbeatable variety—discover it all under one roof.

Produce department

Produce

Fresh fruits and vegetables delivered daily for everyday meals and cultural favorites.

Meat and seafood department

Meat & Seafood

Fresh meat cuts and quality seafood selections prepared for family cooking and trusted freshness.

International grocery aisle

International Groceries

Central American, Caribbean, Jamaican, and American grocery essentials all in one place.

Dairy and frozen section

Dairy & Frozen

Everyday dairy, refrigerated items, and frozen selections for a complete shopping trip.

Locations

Find a Universal Food Markets store across New Jersey.

Each location includes a Google Maps button so customers can quickly open directions from the website.

Visit us today

Serving New Jersey families with international flavors and everyday freshness.

Whether customers are shopping for fresh ingredients, imported favorites, or everyday household groceries, Universal Food Markets is ready to welcome them.