Adonis (Marché Adonis) is a well‑established Canadian supermarket chain based in Montreal. Since its founding in 1979 by Lebanese‑Canadian entrepreneurs, it has grown into a major provider of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern groceries across Quebec and Ontario.

🛒 Key Offerings

Fresh produce, meats, seafood, dairy, bakery, deli and Mediterranean pantry staples
On‑site prepared foods, grill items, and catering services for events.
Weekly flyer, recipes, blog content, loyalty programme, and Instacart powered online delivery.

Corporate Structure

Adonis is fully owned by Metro Inc., a major Canadian grocer headquartered in Montreal; Metro acquired full ownership by 2017.

Strengths & Opportunities

Adonis is valued for its fresh, culturally diverse culinary selection and in‑store experience. The partnership with Metro provides supply chain scale and retail expertise. The Instacart integration enhances customer convenience.

Considerations

Reach remains limited to QC and ON; westward expansion could offer growth opportunities.
Prices may vary between online vs in‑store due to Instacart’s markup.
Faces competition from general supermarkets expanding their ethnic offerings.

Overall, Adonis offers a genuine Mediterranean grocery experience backed by Metro’s backing and modern service channels—well‑suited for both specialty shoppers and mainstream consumers.

Adonis Markets

🛒 Key Offerings

Corporate Structure

Strengths & Opportunities

Considerations