Marino's

Marino's Associated Foods is a small grocery chain with two stores in Ensley.

The first location was opened in 1925 by Tony and Mary Marino. It moved to its present location on Avenue E from 29th Street Ensley in 1953.

The business is still family owned, with grandson Anthony Marino passing the reigns to his son, Jay in 2012. The company employs about 70 people.

In December 2011 the company asked for $500,000 in public incentives from the city of Birmingham to help modernize its stores and expand educational outreach and access to nutritious foods.

Locations

• 29th Street Ensley (1925-1953)
• 2415 Avenue E Ensley (1953-)
• 1965 Bessemer Road

References

• Tomberlin, Michael (December 13, 2011) "Marino's Inc. seeks incentives to upgrade Ensley groceries." The Birmingham News