The current Joe’s Food Center was established in June of 1977 when purchased by Joe Haynes. The current location was built in 1979.

Joe passed away on Christmas Day of 1996 and operations continued under his wife Carmen's direction until January of 2020 when sold to his daughters Buffy and Jaki.

Everyone involved with the store has been committed to see the store and the community of Upton flourish being involved in numerous organizations and community boards.

Just a few of the many reasons to shop local and small is our meat department which features a full-time, on site butcher who cuts most our meat products fresh.

We also offer a full-service deli that starts the morning off with donuts fried in house.

We also offer a full pizza menu with products made from scratch, the best roasted chicken in the area can we found here as well.

We stand by the community’s motto “Think Upton First.” We thank you for shopping and supporting local!