Keystone has a rich history in the San Jose area

Known as Eagle Coffee and Spice Mills until 1905, in the height of its day Keystone had 12 trucks delivering groceries, restaurant equipment, paper goods and coffee to customers from South San Francisco to Carmel.

Today, Keystone focuses its attention on restaurant supplies, equipment and services. However, throughout the years it has never lost touch with the spirit that started with the original family members:

• Treat our customers like they're family
• Deliver knowledgeable, caring service
• Provide quality products at low prices
• Make it fun, convenient and easy to shop

It also continues to hold dear it's commitment to community service. Keystone family members have a tradition of supporting various service organizations including the Salvation Army, The Boy Scouts of America, The Rescue Mission and The Foodbank.

A Rich Tradition of Serving the Greater San Jose Area

1867 – Started as Eagle Coffee and Spice Mill

1894 – Eagle Coffee and Spice Mills acquired by the Hunkins family

1905 – First Keystone store opened at 251 North Market

1924 – First in the Bay-area to deliver goods using the Ford Model T

1940 – Keystone re-enters grocery business 1

1956 – Keystone purchases restaurant and institutional grocery business of E.H. Renzel Co

1960 – Keystone business takes up almost two blocks

1970’s – International Commissary is founded by Henry Down Jr. Today it is the parent company of Keystone and partial owner of the Marie Callender’s Company.

1989 – Keystone Wholesale Grocers is sold and divided. Henry Down Jr. retains the Keystone Restaurant Equipment. Keystone Coffee is sold to Tim Wright and Keystone Grocery is sold to BiRite Foods

1989 – International Commissary and Keystone Restaurant Equipment move to the West San Carlos location