Exeter Wholesale Food Supplier for Cafés, Schools & Caterers
Xlent Foods has been a trusted wholesale food supplier for Exeter's vibrant food service sector since 2003. From the historic Cathedral Quarter to the University of Exeter, from Exeter Business Park to the coastal areas of East Devon, we provide premium frozen, chilled, and ambient products to restaurants, cafés, hotels, schools, and catering businesses throughout Devon's capital city.
Based in Plymouth with efficient daily logistics to Exeter, we understand the unique requirements of Exeter's diverse food businesses—from student-focused cafés and sandwich bars serving lunchtime office workers, to fine dining establishments in the Cathedral Quarter, conference venues, and institutional kitchens. Our reliable next-day delivery service ensures Exeter businesses always have the quality ingredients they need. Looking for Plymouth-specific service? See our Plymouth page.
Why Exeter Businesses Choose Xlent Foods
Serving Exeter from our Devon base means we understand the region's food service landscape. From seasonal tourist demand to year-round institutional catering, we provide the reliability, quality, and service that Exeter businesses depend on.
Reliable Exeter Delivery
Next-day delivery across Exeter city centre, university areas, and throughout East Devon. Same-day delivery available for orders placed before 6:00am. Consistent service you can depend on.
Understanding Exeter's Market
20+ years serving Devon businesses means we understand Exeter's unique food scene—from the student market to fine dining, from coastal tourism to conference catering. We know what works.
Quality Products, Competitive Pricing
Premium frozen, chilled, and ambient products at wholesale prices tailored to your actual usage. No generic price lists or disappearing introductory offers—just sustainable, honest pricing from day one.
Responsive Local Support
Real people on the phone when you need to change an order or source a product. Fast response times and genuine customer support—not automated systems or distant call centres.
Flexible Order Management
Order by phone, email, or through your account manager. Whether you need daily deliveries for a busy restaurant or weekly service for a smaller café, we adapt to your rhythm.
Product Sourcing Service
If there's a specialist product your Exeter business relies on that we don't currently stock, we'll usually source it and add it to your personalised price file.
Exeter & East Devon Delivery Coverage
Comprehensive next-day delivery across Exeter and East Devon, from the city centre to coastal towns and rural communities. Efficient routes ensure reliable service across the region.
Exeter City
- City Centre
- Cathedral Quarter
- University of Exeter areas
- Exeter Business Park
- St Thomas
- Heavitree
- Pinhoe
- Whipton
East Devon
- Exmouth
- Sidmouth
- Honiton
- Axminster
- Seaton
- Budleigh Salterton
- Ottery St Mary
- Cranbrook
Mid Devon
- Tiverton
- Crediton
- Cullompton
- Surrounding villages
Serving businesses throughout Exeter and the surrounding Devon areas with reliable, temperature-controlled delivery.
Complete Wholesale Range for Exeter Businesses
From city centre cafés to coastal restaurants, we supply the full spectrum of wholesale food products to keep Exeter businesses operating at their best.
Frozen Foods
Extensive frozen range including premium meats, seafood, vegetables, pastries, desserts, and prepared meals. Perfect for Exeter's diverse catering requirements from quick-service to fine dining.
Explore Frozen Range →Chilled Products
Fresh, temperature-controlled chilled items including dairy, fresh meats, cheese, prepared foods, and delicatessen products. Delivered at optimal temperature with our dedicated cold chain.
View Chilled Range →Ambient Goods
Comprehensive dry goods selection—oils, condiments, tinned products, pasta, rice, baking ingredients, and kitchen essentials. Everything Exeter kitchens need for daily service.
Browse Ambient Products →Exeter Business Sectors We Serve
Our Exeter customer base spans the entire food service spectrum. From independent cafés near the university to established restaurants in the historic quarter, from coastal hotels to institutional catering, we support Exeter businesses with quality products and reliable service.
From Exeter's Cathedral Quarter to the Quayside, from university cafés to coastal venues—serving the city's diverse food service community.
Exeter Food Businesses We Support
Real examples (anonymised) of Exeter food businesses benefiting from working with Devon wholesale food suppliers:
University Area Coffee Shop
Challenge: Student-focused café near University of Exeter campus. High demand during term time (Oct–May), quiet over summer. Needed frozen pastries, chilled milk/cream, and ambient coffee supplies with flexible volumes.
Solution: Term-time ordering: 3× weekly deliveries with higher volumes. Summer ordering: weekly deliveries, reduced minimums. Consolidated dairy, frozen bakery, and ambient lines. Saved ~£45/week during term vs previous cash-and-carry model.
Cathedral Quarter Restaurant
Challenge: Fine-dining establishment serving evening à la carte menu. Needed premium frozen seafood, speciality meats, and seasonal ingredients. Previous supplier couldn't reliably source premium lines.
Solution: Sourced premium frozen Dover sole, line-caught fish, and Wagyu beef specifically for this customer. Weekly deliveries with flexible ordering for seasonal menu changes. Chef now sources 85% of frozen/chilled requirements through single supplier.
Business Park Sandwich Bar (Exeter)
Challenge: Weekday lunchtime trade serving Exeter business parks. Peak demand Mon–Fri, closed weekends. Needed early-morning chilled deliveries (sandwich fillings, salads, wraps) for same-day prep.
Solution: Guaranteed 7:00am delivery slot 3× weekly (Mon/Wed/Fri). Consolidated chilled sandwich fillings, ambient bread/wraps, and frozen backup stock. Reduced prep time by 45 mins/day through reliable early delivery.
Exmouth Coastal Hotel
Challenge: Seaside hotel in Exmouth (East Devon) with breakfast, lunch, and evening service. Seasonal tourism demand meant summer volumes 3× higher than winter. Needed supplier who understood seasonal patterns.
Solution: Seasonal delivery schedule: daily May–Sept, 3× weekly Oct–April. Flexible pricing adjusted quarterly based on actual volumes. Added frozen seafood lines for summer evening menu. Improved gross margin by 9% during peak season.
For wider Devon coverage, see our Devon food suppliers page.
How Our Exeter Service Works
Getting started with Xlent Foods is straightforward. We've designed our process to understand your Exeter business needs and provide the products and service that help you succeed.
- Get in Touch Call us on 01752 790777 or share your current invoices. Tell us about your Exeter business—what you do, your typical requirements, and any specific challenges you're facing with current suppliers.
- Receive Personalised Pricing We analyse your actual usage patterns and create tailored wholesale pricing based on your genuine needs. No generic price lists—sustainable, transparent pricing from day one.
- Simple Ordering Place orders by phone, email, or through your dedicated account manager. Flexible ordering to match your business—daily, weekly, or as-needed based on your operation.
- Reliable Next-Day Delivery Next-day delivery across Exeter and East Devon from our Devon depot. Temperature-controlled transport ensures your products arrive in perfect condition, every time. Same-day delivery available for urgent requirements.
- Ongoing Support Your dedicated contact knows your business and is available when you need them. Change an order, query an item, or source something new—real support from people who care about your success.
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