Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

Founded in the heart of Narragansett, Rhode Island, The Town Dock has established itself as one of the premier suppliers of calamari and sustainable seafood in the United States. With decades of experience and a commitment to ocean-to-table quality, The Town Dock specializes in processing and distributing wild-caught squid and other seafood products to both domestic and international markets.

Core Business

The Town Dock operates as a vertically integrated seafood processor and distributor, with a specialization in squid (calamari) sourcing, processing, and packaging. With direct access to Rhode Island's fishing ports and partnerships with both domestic and international fisheries, the company maintains control across the entire supply chain.

Its Narragansett-based operations include:

• Dockside offloading facilities
• Modern processing plants
• Cold storage and distribution logistics

Product & Service Offerings

The company’s diverse product line includes:

• Calamari:

  • Rhode Island Calamari® (local, wild-caught)
  • Fully Cleaned Calamari
  • Classic Calamari
  • Traditionally Cleaned Calamari
  • Chef-Ready Squid (pre-portioned for foodservice)

• Frozen Seafood:

  • Calamari Steaks
  • Calamari Strips

• Fresh Seafood:

  • Locally sourced fresh fish
  • Hand-cut fresh fillets

• Shellfish:

  • Hard-shell clams
  • Mussels

Products are distributed in both retail and foodservice formats, with private label and co-packing services available for select clients.

Specialization and Core USP

The Town Dock is best known for its signature Rhode Island Calamari®, a premium offering from North Atlantic waters that has become synonymous with quality in the U.S. foodservice market. Their Unique Selling Propositions include:

• Direct partnerships with responsible fisheries
• Proprietary processing methods to preserve texture and flavor
• Availability of both domestic and imported calamari options
• Reliable cold chain logistics with national distribution capabilities

Their operations are built for high-volume production while maintaining artisanal standards in squid preparation.

Financial Performance

While The Town Dock is a privately held company and does not publicly disclose financials, industry sources and trade partners cite the company as one of the top squid suppliers in the U.S. According to reports from SeafoodSource and Intrafish, The Town Dock processes and distributes millions of pounds of squid annually, placing it among the leading calamari producers in North America.

Shipment and Export Records

According to trade data from ImportYeti and Volza, The Town Dock has established consistent export operations, particularly for frozen calamari products. Notable shipment metrics include:

• Regular exports to Canada, Japan, and Mexico
• Individual shipment values ranging from $40,000 to $150,000, depending on product type and volume
• Monthly average export volume of 70–90 metric tons

Products are shipped via both East Coast and Gulf Coast ports, leveraging intermodal cold logistics.

Target Market

The Town Dock serves a wide range of customer segments:

• Foodservice distributors and national restaurant chains
• Retail grocery chains with in-house seafood departments
• Private label seafood brands
• International seafood importers, especially in markets with demand for U.S.-origin products

Their clients include both bulk purchasers and specialty buyers seeking premium, traceable calamari and fresh seafood.

Operational Capabilities

• Fully integrated squid processing and packaging line
• Cold storage and blast freezing infrastructure
• SQF (Safe Quality Food) and HACCP-certified facility
• In-house R&D and culinary teams for product innovation
• Fleet access and dock partnerships for fresh catch offloading

Certifications & Compliance

The Town Dock maintains high standards of food safety and sustainability. Certifications include:

• HACCP Certification for seafood handling
• SQF Certification for facility and process compliance
• NOAA and MSC-aligned sourcing practices for sustainable fisheries

The company is also active in industry organizations including the National Fisheries Institute (NFI) and Sea Pact.

Customer Testimonials

"The Town Dock delivers consistent quality and service. Their calamari is a cornerstone of our menu and always meets our expectations for freshness and flavor."
— Executive Chef, U.S. Seafood Restaurant Chain

"Their knowledge of the product and responsiveness make them a reliable partner in our seafood program."
— Procurement Manager, National Food Distributor

Recognitions & Achievements

• Recognized as one of the Top 100 Seafood Suppliers in the U.S. by Seafood Business magazine
• Recipient of the RI Governor's Award for Export Excellence
• Featured at Seafood Expo North America as a premium calamari supplier
• Developed the Rhode Island Calamari® brand, now considered a gold standard in U.S. squid offerings

With decades of experience, strict adherence to quality, and strong sustainability principles, The Town Dock continues to be a dominant force in the U.S. and international squid markets, offering reliable partnerships for seafood buyers worldwide.