Wawa, Inc. operates a chain of convenience retail stores primarily located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, and Washington, D.C. Originally founded in 1803 as an iron foundry, the company shifted focus to dairy farming and opened its first food market in 1964. Wawa now offers a diverse menu of fresh food items, including built-to-order hoagies, sandwiches, salads, soups, and snacks, along with a variety of beverages and dairy products. Many of its locations provide fuel services, and the company also manufactures Wawa-branded beverages for schools, hospitals, and restaurants. In addition to food and fuel, Wawa sells apparel, gift cards, and novelties online. With over 645 stores, many of which feature gasoline services, Wawa has become a popular destination for customers seeking convenient, high-quality food and beverages, available all day, every day.