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We receive no compensation from manufacturers or distributors – we work for you, we only make money if we save you money! Membership savings for one location is typically 4-10 times more than the annual fee. We are constantly searching for ways to add value added features to our members beyond the rebate and low price on food and supplies.

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Testimonials

It makes no sense not to want to save money!
- George Karas, The Village Squire

The more you buy the larger the rebate. We save on all the major brands.
- Thomas Mannos, Exchequer Pub

GARA offers the best of both worlds; we save money and GARA gives back to local charities.
- Steve Theofanous, Around the Clock Restaurant

Our Services

We empower independent restaurants to compete with the chains by offering savings on hundreds of products and services.

Quick Overview

10%

Average Savings

300

Manufacturers

100,000

Products

Welcome to GARC

GarC is a group purchasing cooperative with over $100 million in combined purchasing power serving independent restaurants and foodservice operations. We provide business solutions to restaurants through forming strategic partnerships with distributors, suppliers and manufacturers offering members fair pricing, savings, incentives and rebate rewards. We are the power of many working as one!