Elevate your menu and streamline your supply chain by partnering with James Hook & Co. As a premier fresh seafood wholesaler since 1925, our family-owned operation on Boston’s waterfront connects restaurants, hotels and seafood distributors directly to the finest Maine and Canadian fisheries. Whether you need crab, shrimp or lobster wholesale, we ensure the premium-quality seafood your customers expect and the reliability your business demands.
Wholesale Lobster and Seafood Distribution From Boston
From fine-dining restaurants and hotel kitchens to seafood distribution companies, we have the product selection and capacity to support businesses of any scale. Our 75,000-pound holding system allows us to fulfill orders of virtually any size, and our location along Boston Harbor enables us to deliver substantial volumes of live lobsters and fresh seafood daily across the continental U.S. and to international markets.
Our wholesale seafood offerings include:
- Live Maine lobsters: Hand-selected product from trusted Maine and Canadian fisheries, held in state-of-the-art tanks and meticulously packed for bulk transit.
- Lobster products: Premium lobster meat, lobster tails and prepared lobster items ready to integrate into your menu.
- Fresh fish: Daily selections from the North Atlantic, processed and shipped at peak freshness to maintain optimal quality.
- Shellfish: Fresh scallops, shrimp, clams, mussels, oysters and crab to complete your seafood program with consistent supply.
Our established partnerships with cooperative fish markets in Maine give us access to quality seafood caught by individual fishermen who follow responsible practices. Every seafood wholesale order is packed in Styrofoam insulated boxes with gel ice packs to ensure products arrive in pristine condition.
Reliable Overnight Delivery for Wholesale Orders
Speed matters when it comes to fresh seafood. We provide overnight shipping to food service operations, hospitality venues, distributors and seafood retailers throughout the continental United States so that your order arrives ready to serve or sell. Our Boston waterfront location and established logistics network allow us to accommodate last-minute requests and recurring orders with the same level of attention.
From New England classics like clam chowder and lobster rolls to individual seafood components, we supply the products that help your business thrive. Our team understands the demands of the food service industry, making orders straightforward and deliveries consistent.
The James Hook & Co. Wholesale Advantage
James Hook & Co. delivers the freshest seafood wholesale from Boston to your operation. We are proud to be recognized as the 2025 Best of the Best by The Boston Globe. Our uncompromising commitment to premium quality, developed over a century serving retail and restaurant markets, ensures every wholesale delivery meets the highest industry standards for freshness and presentation.
Direct partnerships with ethical suppliers give us reliable access to superior products, even during peak demand periods or challenging seasons. This network enables us to serve diverse wholesale clients — from upscale hotel restaurants requiring daily deliveries to regional seafood distributors managing multi-state supply chains to supermarket chains stocking fresh counters.
Our position on Boston’s waterfront connects us to real-time market intelligence, seasonal availability data and the pulse of the North Atlantic fishing industry. That industry knowledge ensures better service for your wholesale account, whether you’re placing standing orders or responding to unexpected menu opportunities.
Order Seafood Wholesale From Boston
James Hook & Co. has been trusted by businesses for generations, delivering a variety of fresh seafood and specializing in wholesale lobster from Boston. Our team is ready to discuss pricing, product availability and delivery schedules tailored to your operation. Place your order today or contact our wholesale team if you have any questions.