Ocean Beef

Ocean Beef: Setting the Global Standard for Grain-Fed Angus

Chefs in the U.S. looking for grain-fed beef with both consistency and character are increasingly turning to New Zealand’s Ocean Beef program. Distributed by Marx Foodservice, a specialty meat distributor and premium meat wholesaler, Ocean Beef is carving out a reputation as the most distinctive grain-fed Angus available—and for good reason.

Built for the World’s Most Demanding Market

Ocean Beef wasn’t designed for the mass market. It was developed by Anzco Foods, a New Zealand processor owned by Japan’s Itoham Foods, specifically to meet the exacting standards of Japanese buyers. That means marbling, tenderness, and flavor aren’t afterthoughts, they’re the program’s entire reason for being. Graded against the Japanese Meat Grading Association standards, Ocean Beef consistently delivers a balance of intramuscular fat and muscle structure that rivals Wagyu while retaining the clean, beef-forward flavor profile chefs expect from Angus.

A Distinctive Feeding Program

The production model is straightforward but exacting. Cattle graze free-range for 18 months on the coastal grasslands of Wakanui, on New Zealand’s South Island. From there, only the finest Angus steers, hand-selected for their genetics and potential, enter the 5-Star feedlot for a 150-day grain-finishing program. A carefully balanced ration combining wheat, barley, and ryegrass straw not only builds marbling but imparts a subtle sweetness to the beef’s flavor. The result is meat that’s as tender as it is distinctive.

Animal welfare is central to the program. Pure snowmelt water, ocean breezes that minimize dust and insects, and low-stress handling create conditions that translate directly into improved eating quality.

A small herd of Ocean Beef cattle graze in a misty pasture against a background of evergreen trees, a road, and mountains.

Marbling That Rivals Wagyu

The hallmark of Ocean Beef is its marbling. Graded using the rigorous Japanese Meat Grading Association (JMGA) standards, Ocean Beef achieves balanced intramuscular fat that guarantees tenderness and juiciness in every cut. The result is beef that rivals Japanese wagyu for its luxurious mouthfeel—yet retains the hearty, beef-forward character of Angus.

For chefs, this means steaks with melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, rich umami notes, and flavor consistency plate after plate. Whether ribeye, striploin, or tenderloin, Ocean Beef delivers a superior steak experience every time.

A white cutting board sits on a stainless-steel counter displaying several raw Ocean Beef ribeye steaks, one standing on its edge, others stacked. A chef’s hands, in the background, cut more steaks with a saber knife.

Proven on the World Stage

If awards are any measure, Ocean Beef has made its case. At the World Steak Challenge, the program earned multiple medals across ribeye, sirloin, and tenderloin—including triple gold in 2023. For chefs, that means a program recognized not just for marketing claims, but for objective eating quality.

Consistency You Can Count On

Ocean Beef has built its reputation as the world’s most distinctive grain-fed Angus program, but for working chefs, the real test is on the cutting board and the plate.

For many kitchens, consistency is just as important as character. Ocean Beef delivers both. The program’s hand-selection, grass-based foundation, grain finishing, and skilled butchering ensure a predictable cooking performance and guest satisfaction.

Cuts That Work in Real Kitchens

As a specialty meat distributor and premium meat wholesaler, Marx Foodservice makes this award-winning grain-fed beef program available nationwide, giving operators access to consistent, versatile cuts that perform across a wide range of applications

Boneless Ribeye Roll

Exceptional marbling, consistent sizing, and high visual appeal. Ideal for steakhouse menus.

Tenderloin & Butt Tenderloin

Delicate texture, clean flavor, and premium presentation for high-margin dishes.

Striploin & Shortloin

Balanced marbling and tenderness, perfect for New York strip and porterhouse programs.

Chuck Rib & OP Rib

Robust flavor and versatility, well-suited for braising, roasting, or carving stations.

Flap Meat, Inside Skirt, Flank Steaks

High flavor impact, ideal for quick sear applications, tacos, and steak sandwiches.

Flat Iron

Consistent tenderness, moderate marbling; excellent as a value steak option.

Rump Hearts & Rump Cap

Prized in South American grilling traditions; delivers great yield and flavor for rotisserie, roasting, or slicing.

Brisket

Strong intramuscular fat structure makes it reliable for smoking, braising, or barbecue programs.

A hand in a black vinyl glove holds a raw, well-marbled Ocean Beef tenderloin filet.

Why Choose Ocean Beef?

Ocean Beef helps chefs deliver memorable experiences. From high-end steakhouses to progressive fine-dining concepts, Ocean Beef provides a reliable foundation for menus that demand distinction. Its consistency in marbling and flavor simplifies menu planning while elevating customer satisfaction.

Five slices of cooked Ocean Beef strip steak sit on a white oval plate with brown sauce and microgreens.
  • Supreme Angus genetics – Hand-selected for highest quality.
  • Balanced feeding program – Grass-fed foundation, grain-finished complexity.
  • Animal welfare first – Gentle handling, stress-free environments.
  • Award-winning eating quality – Recognized globally for marbling, tenderness, and flavor.
  • Fully traceable & Halal certified – Integrity from pasture to plate.

Ocean Beef redefines grain-fed Angus for chefs who demand the best. When sourced through Marx Foodservice, you gain more than a product; you gain a trusted partner dedicated to helping your menu stand out.

About Marx Foodservice

Marx Foodservice is a wholesale meat distributor with more than 20 years of experience. As a restaurant and foodservice supplier, we seek out only the finest meats and seafood for restaurants. Our products are humanely raised or wild caught with the highest standards of animal welfare and the least environmental impact possible. We scour the world to find exceptional wholesale meats and seafood you won’t find anywhere else. In addition to Ocean Beef, we offer other wholesale beef for restaurants including grass-fed Angus beef from New Zealand and grain-enhanced Irish Nature Beef. Be sure to check out our portioned steaks for restaurants, and our wholesale beef burgers and grinds made from selected whole cuts ground expressly for chefs. All our meats for foodservice are expertly butchered for consistency and the highest yields. We deliver by van to New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania restaurants and nationwide via FedEx.