Jungle Jim's offers one of the largest wine selections in the United States,[3] live seafood tanks, and an in-store cooking school.

In 1971, "Jungle" Jim Bonaminio set up a semi-permanent produce stand in a parking lot in Hamilton, Ohio.

Due to the industrial zoning of the land, the city of Fairfield was reluctant to issue a permit for a commercial fruit and vegetable stand.

After discussing an exception made for nearby fast food chain Arthur Treacher's, the city commission approved the permit.

Today, Jungle Jim’s is known for its wide variety of international foods such as various cheeses, exotic meats, breads and wines.