About us
For over 33 years, Way Fong has cultivated relationships built on our Equal Partnership philosophy. From local restaurants to global suppliers, we create lasting connections that deliver value throughout the supply chain.
Wholesale Refrigerated & Frozen Groceries
Fresh, Frozen Meats Wholesaler & Processor
Meat & Poultry Processing and Authentic Chinese Food Production
Who We Are
Way Fong and its conglomerates are truly a one-stop shop, offering all-in-one services that provide exactly what our customers need.
Our service is similar to a "mobile warehouse" – we want our customers to never run short on supply and guarantee swift delivery. In a world where cold chain real estate is becoming increasingly complex for our partners, we deliver to supermarkets and restaurants 7 days a week, 365 days a year, to maximize their business opportunities.
Way Fong: A Legacy of Partnership Excellence
From our humble 7,000 sq ft Brooklyn warehouse in 1993 to our 33,000 sq ft Maspeth facility in 2005, and our new 80,000 sq ft HQ in Glendale, Queens, Way Fong has evolved into a sophisticated multi-facility operation with over 100,000 sq ft of refrigerated infrastructure to support ambitious supplier growth.
Behind our operations runs an advanced Business Operating system platform, with development 10 years in the making. This system transforms data into actionable insights. With over three decades of market intelligence, we help suppliers anticipate trends, optimize inventory positions, and capture emerging opportunities in the dynamic food marketplace.
The Foundation
Established in Williamsburg, Brooklyn as Synlyco (三利高), our name embodied our core philosophy: "Three Prospers Higher." This principle – that suppliers, distributors, and customers must all prosper together – has guided every business decision for over 30 years.
Brand Innovation
The Way Fong brand was trademarked as our private label, with our signature dumplings becoming the first of many successful product launches. This early success demonstrated our ability to identify market opportunities and build brands that resonate with consumers. Over the years, Way Fong has become a household name.
Vertical Integration Begins
The acquisition of our first USDA-sanctioned meat and poultry processing plant (T&B Food) marked our commitment to quality control and supply chain efficiency. This facility specializes in custom-cut beef for supermarkets and restaurants, providing suppliers with enhanced processing capabilities.
Way Fong LLC Begins
Way Fong LLC is incorporated and trademarked.
Market Expansion
Acquisition of The Meat Centre – a respected NYC meat wholesaler with USDA facilities and retail presence – expanded our market reach and processing capabilities, offering suppliers broader distribution channels.
Strategic Consolidation
Synlyco, Meat Center, and T&B are unified under Way Fong LLC, streamlining operations resources, and leveraging brand recognition.
Specialty Production
The addition of Dim Sum King enhanced our capabilities for producing authentic Chinese food to customer specifications, providing suppliers with manufacturing expertise and market access.
Strategic Advantage
This combination of scale, stability, technology, and market expertise makes Way Fong more than a distributor – we're a strategic advantage for suppliers ready to grow their presence in North America.
Towards the Future: Redefining Food Distribution Excellence
At Way Fong, we're not just adapting to the future—we're creating it. Our proprietary Platform has already transformed how food distribution operates, achieving industry-leading metrics while maintaining the human relationships that define our business. This system has allowed Way Fong to grow 200% in just five years of time.
The Intelligence Revolution
As we advance toward 80-85% operational automation, we're freeing our team to focus on what matters most: strategic partnerships and market innovation. Our systems don't replace human judgment—they amplify it, empowering every team member to make data-driven decisions.
Beyond Traditional Distribution
Tomorrow's food supply chain demands more than trucks and warehouses. It requires:
Predictive Intelligence: Anticipating market shifts before they happen. Way Fong is never short of the products you need.
Dynamic Adaptation: Real-time response to global supply chain disruptions
Partnership Evolution: Moving from vendor-distributor to strategic allies
Sustainable Growth: Building resilience without compromising our values
Your Competitive Advantage
When you partner with Way Fong, you're not just securing distribution—you're accessing three decades of market intelligence, breakthrough technology, and a proven philosophy that puts mutual success first. As the industry evolves, we ensure our partners don't just survive change—they lead it.
The future of food distribution isn't about moving boxes faster. It's about creating an ecosystem where suppliers, distributors, and customers all prosper together. Our top 1% Dunn and Bradstreet rating was earned through many years of discipline in honoring our agreed terms with our stakeholders.
That's the Way Fong difference, and that's the future we're building.
The Synlyco Philosophy: Equal Partnership in Action
Our mission has always been to nurture the 'Synlyco' philosophy: the triangular relationship between the Wholesaler, the Retailer, and the Customer. This focus also extends to our Suppliers, forming a double triangle. When the needs of both triangles are met, everyone benefits - and all sides of the triangle benefit equally. Our business is still growing after 24 years because of our firm belief in the 'Synlyco' philosophy.
Your Partnership Advantage
When you join the Way Fong ecosystem, you're not just finding a distributor - you're gaining a partner who:
Maintains strategic inventory to capture your opportunities
Provides real-time market intelligence from 500+ active accounts
Shares risk during market fluctuations
Invests in technology that benefits your business
The Synlyco philosophy means your success is our success. It's why suppliers stay with us for decades, why our sales team operates like owners, and why customers trust us as their primary partner.
