For Customers: Local Made Easy
District Distribution is the DMV’s wholesale partner for local food and beverage products, offering next-day delivery with no minimum order size across Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. We specialize in sourcing independent local brands and making them accessible to small businesses – from corner cafés to gyms and offices – while also carrying trusted national essentials so you can get everything you need in one place. Our mission is simple: to make buying local as easy as possible for businesses like yours. Today, over 100 local retailers, cafés, gyms, and other businesses in the region rely on District Distribution to keep their shelves stocked with quality products
Our Process: How It Works
Sign Up for an Account Instantly
Getting started is easy. Just create a free wholesale account to access our online catalog. Your account is set up instantly – no waiting period or approvals needed. (You can even start shopping right away and an account will be created for you at checkout.)
Browse & Build Your Order
Explore our selection of thousands of products, including 100+ local brands and everyday staples. Use our online ordering tools to save time – we provide personalized order guides and “Favorites” lists to make reordering a breeze. Add the items you need to your cart (you can always order only what you need, since there are no minimums on any order). If you need help choosing products or setting up your first order, our team is here to provide free onboarding and product recommendations.
Fast Next-Day Delivery
Place your order by 10:00 AM, and we’ll deliver it the very next business day (Monday through Friday) using our own temperature-controlled trucks. We’ll bring your order straight to your store, café, gym, office, or kitchen – right to your doorstep. You can even set a consistent weekly delivery schedule if you prefer. Rest easy knowing your order will arrive on time, every time, with no delivery fees and no minimums.
Personalized Delivery by our Leadership
You will work with our leadership team to make sure your order and delivery are personalized for you. No middlemen. Just us taking care of you.
Stock Up & Succeed
Once your delivery arrives, simply stock your shelves and delight your customers with new local favorites. Enjoy the ease of working with a reliable local distributor – no more hassles of juggling multiple vendors. Need to reorder or have a question? Just hop on our site or give us a call. Reorder anytime and keep your business running smoothly – we’re here to support your growth every step of the way.
Flexible Payment
Use your credit card or set up ACH on the website. We also accept checks or cash upon delivery. We’ll do whatever is easiest for you!
Why Choose District Distribution?
Next-Day Delivery
Get your products faster. Order by 10 AM and receive your delivery the next business day across DC, Maryland, and Virginia – rapid restocks exactly when you need them
No Minimum Order
Order only what you need, whether it’s one case or twenty. We have no minimum order requirements, so you’ll never be forced to over-buy
100+ Local Products (DMV Made)
Stock unique items your customers can’t find elsewhere. We carry the largest selection of local food and beverage products made in the DMV area, including new and exclusive items from local entrepreneurs. Your shelves stay fresh and unique with hometown favorites.
Dry, Cold & Frozen – All Delivered
We handle all temperature zones. From pantry snacks to refrigerated drinks and frozen foods, our fleet delivers everything in the right conditions daily, ensuring your order arrives fresh and ready to sell
Easy Bulk Ordering Tools
Reordering is quick and simple. Our online platform features bulk order guides and one-click reordering for your favorite items, saving you time on every order. It’s built for busy buyers to place fast, repeatable orders without hassle.
Mobile Ordering on the Go
Need to restock from the floor of your shop? No problem – our site is fully mobile-friendly. Browse products and submit orders right from your phone or tablet, anywhere, anytime. Keep your inventory updated even when you’re on the move.
Instant Account Setup
No red tape. You can start ordering in minutes with instant account creationdistrictdistro.com. Just fill your cart and check out – our system will automatically create your wholesale account and process your order without delays.
Personalized Support
You get personalized support from our team whenever you need it – we’re just a phone call or email away, committed to helping your business thrive. Our team works for you! We are small and committed to you.
Customer Testimonials
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Compass Coffee
Compass CoffeeDistrict Distribution shares our commitment to local sourcing, and it shows. Thanks to their dependable next-day deliveries, we keep all our cafes fully stocked with the best local brands – from pastries to craft beverages. It’s been a game-changer for us and our customers appreciate seeing homegrown D.C. products at our coffee shops.” — Michael Haft, Co-Founder, Compass Coffee
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Union Kitchen
Union KitchenDistrict Distribution has been an invaluable partner in keeping all of our Union Kitchen stores stocked with the products our customers love. Their next-day delivery and wide selection of local brands mean we can respond quickly to trends and keep our shelves fresh. The team is proactive, reliable, and makes the ordering process incredibly easy — they help us focus on running great stores instead of worrying about logistics." — Matt Behringer, Director of Stores, Union Kitchen
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The Bridge Cafe @ American University
The Bridge CafeDistrict Distribution has been a fantastic partner for our campus café. They really listen to our needs – if we request new products or changes, their team responds quickly and adapts to help us out. Most importantly, they’re reliable. We know we can count on our deliveries each week, which is crucial when serving hundreds of students daily.” — Cat Gleason, General Manager, Bridge Café at American University
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Each Peach Market
Each Peach Market“District Distribution has been a fantastic partner for Each Peach Market. They help us source a great mix of products made locally and from further afield. Their team is responsive and easy to work with and that helps us keep our shelves stocked with unique products that align with our values.
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Pop’s Bakery
Pop's Bakery"Working with District Distribution makes running Pop’s Bakery smoother and easier. We get our cookies, drinks, and other essentials delivered quickly, with zero hassle. The team is friendly, reliable, and always makes sure we have what we need, when we need it — no fuss, just great service."
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Vida Fitness
Vida FitnessWorking with District Distribution has made running our gym’s cafe so much easier. They always deliver on time and bring us top-notch local products that our members love. Our health club patrons are happier than ever – and keep coming back for more!” — Embry Wolf, Sr. Assistant General Manager, Vida Fitness
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Guerilla Vending
Guerilla VendingDistrict Distribution makes it easy for us to keep our vending machines fresh and exciting. They’re quick to source the local products our customers ask for, and their deliveries are always reliable. Working with them saves us time and keeps our business running smoothly." — MK, General Manager, Guerrilla Vending
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Frager's Hardware
We might be a hardware store, but adding local snacks and drinks from District Distribution was a brilliant decision. Our customers grab a treat on their way out, which has improved their shopping experience (and our sales). The service is excellent – even for a non-traditional retailer like us, the District Distribution team makes it simple.” — Store Management, Frager’s Hardware
Ready to Become a Customer?
If you’re ready to bring the best local products to your business, getting started is simple. We offer next-day delivery, no minimums, and 100+ local brands to choose from – all with a few clicks. Just click “Become a Customer” below to create your account and place your first order. Join our network of thriving local businesses and let us handle the rest!