The roots of the Town & Country Food Stores chain began in Austin, Texas, in 1958. With nearly 170 locations operating under the Town & Country and Village Market banners, the chain serves as one of the leading convenience store businesses in western Texas and eastern New Mexico. It operates restaurants at more than 100 locations, primarily operating under the name Country Cookin. Some Town & Country Food Stores also offer eateries from national food franchises, including Subway, Taco Bell and Godfathers Pizza. In addition, the chain provides a selection of general merchandise, gasoline, and ancillary products and services. Its operations also include a wholesale motor fuel distribution business. Town & Country Food Stores maintains several stores in Bronte, Texas.