Politis Steak & Seafood Partners with Q Plus Foods to Expand Premium Seafood Capabilities Across South Florida

The partnership unites two quality-driven South Florida seafood companies, combining Politis' operational scale and customer service with Q Plus Foods' specialty sourcing program.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 4:05am

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Politis Steak & Seafood, a leading South Florida meat and seafood distributor, has announced a partnership with Q Plus Foods, a premier specialty seafood purveyor in the region. The deal will expand Politis' premium seafood offerings, particularly in Japanese and other global specialty products, while leveraging Q Plus Foods' sourcing expertise and Politis' distribution infrastructure to better serve top restaurants, hotels, and country clubs across South Florida.

Why it matters

This partnership brings together two respected players in the South Florida foodservice industry, combining their complementary strengths to create a more robust premium protein distribution platform. It will give Politis' customers access to a wider array of high-quality, hard-to-source seafood options, while allowing Q Plus Foods to scale its acclaimed specialty program through Politis' established distribution network and operational capabilities.

The details

Under the agreement, Politis customers will gain access to Q Plus Foods' curated global seafood program, including an extensive Japanese selection featuring O-Toro Bluefin, premium whole fish, and sustainably sourced specialty species. Both companies share a commitment to sourcing only the highest-quality products, and the partnership will allow Q Plus Foods' specialty lines to benefit from Politis' larger distribution infrastructure, 24/7 operational readiness, and dedicated customer service team. The combined operation will also strengthen coverage across the South Florida foodservice market, from Jupiter to Miami.

  • Politis Steak & Seafood was founded in Deerfield Beach, Florida in 2023.
  • Q Plus Foods was established in 2010 in Lauderhill, Florida.
  • The partnership between Politis and Q Plus Foods was announced on April 15, 2026.

The players

Politis Steak & Seafood

A leading South Florida meat and seafood distributor serving restaurants, hotels, country clubs, and private chefs. The company is led by Peter Politis, who previously founded and served as CEO of Mr. Green's Produce, one of South Florida's leading produce distributors.

Q Plus Foods

A premium seafood distributor known for curating specialty fish from around the globe, particularly an extensive Japanese seafood selection. The company was established in 2010 in South Florida and is led by Joyelle Chuang, who comes from a family legacy in the long-line fishing business.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to partner with Q Plus Foods – this brings over 15 years of world-class seafood expertise into our platform, accelerates the tremendous growth we are already experiencing, and gives us the scale to serve South Florida's finest culinary professionals like never before.”

— Peter Politis, Owner of Politis Steak & Seafood

“After 15 years of building Q Plus Foods into a trusted name among South Florida's top chefs, I am proud to partner with Politis – a team that shares our passion for quality and has the infrastructure and commitment to take what we've built even further.”

— Joyelle Chuang, Founder of Q Plus Foods

What’s next

The combined company will operate from Politis' facility at 350 Goolsby Boulevard in Deerfield Beach, Florida, and existing Q Plus Foods customers can expect a seamless transition with continued access to the specialty products and personalized service they have come to rely on.

The takeaway

This partnership represents a strategic move by two leading South Florida foodservice companies to leverage their respective strengths and expand their premium protein offerings to the region's top culinary establishments. It highlights the growing demand for high-quality, specialty seafood and the importance of operational scale and distribution capabilities in meeting that demand.