S&R Membership Shopping, widely referred to as S&R, is a membership-based warehouse club and retail chain in the Philippines. It specializes in bulk goods, imported products, groceries, fresh and frozen food, household merchandise, appliances, and other consumer items. The chain operates under Puregold Price Club, Inc., one of the country’s largest retail conglomerates.1

S&R is distinguished by its large warehouse-format stores, annual membership system, club-pack sizing, extensive selection of international brands, and its in-house food service business, S&R New York Style Pizza.

While Puregold’s SEC filings reported 29 warehouses and 62 quick-service restaurants (QSRs) at the end of 2024, S&R’s own website has since listed 31 warehouse branches and 66 QSRs, indicating continued network expansion beyond the last audited reporting period.2

Origins and the PriceSmart Connection

The origins of S&R are linked to the American warehouse club concept pioneered by Price Club and PriceSmart. The Philippine operation was originally established as S&R PriceSmart, opening its first location in Bonifacio Global City in 2001. The name “S&R” references Sol and Robert Price, key figures in the development of the warehouse club industry in the United States.3

A distinction exists between the brand’s early history and its current corporate iteration. While operations began in 2001, S&R Membership Shopping under its present ownership and operating model traces its specific lineage to 2006, which the company cites as the opening of its first store under the modern S&R Membership Shopping concept.4

Acquisition by Puregold

In the mid-2000s, PriceSmart divested its interests in the Philippine operation. Control eventually passed to the Co family, the group behind Puregold. In 2012, Puregold formally acquired Kareila Management Corporation, the entity operating S&R. At the time of acquisition, the chain comprised six warehouse clubs, marking its official integration into the Puregold corporate group.5

National Expansion

Following the acquisition, S&R expanded significantly outside Metro Manila:

• 2010: Cebu
• 2011: Pampanga
• 2013: Davao and Mandaluyong
• 2014: Imus
• 2015: Nuvali, Laguna
• 2016: Iloilo and Cagayan de Oro
• 2017: Dau, Pampanga and Commonwealth, Quezon City

By the end of 2019, the network had grown to 18 warehouse clubs and 38 quick-service restaurants.6 Continued growth brought the total to 29 warehouses and 62 S&R New York Style Pizza outlets by December 2024.7

S&R operates on a warehouse club model rather than a conventional supermarket format. Customers pay an annual membership fee to access competitively priced merchandise, including bulk-packaged and imported goods. This approach is comparable to international retailers such as Costco and Sam’s Club. Puregold describes the S&R format as one where many products are sold in club packs, with a significant proportion of inventory consisting of imported brands.8

Key differentiators from standard Philippine supermarkets include:

• Bulk packaging and club packs
• Extensive imported merchandise
• Premium and international brand focus
• Large-format warehouse environments
• Membership-exclusive shopping access
• Competitive unit pricing through volume
• Curated, high-volume product selection
• Integrated food service offerings

Membership is central to the S&R business model. As of 2026, the standard Gold Membership is priced at ₱700 per year and is available to individuals aged 18 and above, subject to company requirements.9 Members may also add a supplementary cardholder for a fee of ₱400.10

Benefits and Access

Membership provides access to:

• All S&R warehouse clubs
• Member-exclusive promotions
• Imported and exclusive product lines
• Bulk purchasing options
• S&R online shopping services
• Selected membership-related offers

Under standard rules, members may bring up to three guests into the warehouse, though only the registered member is authorized to make purchases.11 This system creates a committed customer base and supports the warehouse economics model.

S&R carries a diverse assortment that extends beyond typical grocery categories.

Food and Groceries

The grocery selection emphasizes variety and international availability, including cereals, snacks, chocolates, canned goods, pasta, sauces, beverages, coffee, condiments, baking products, and imported specialty foods. A primary draw is the availability of international brands often absent from ordinary local supermarkets.12

Fresh and Frozen Goods

Perishable offerings include beef, pork, chicken, lamb, seafood, fruits, vegetables, cheese, frozen meals, and other refrigerated items. The chain specifically highlights imported Australian and New Zealand beef and lamb as key premium offerings.13

Non-Food Merchandise

The warehouse format facilitates the sale of general merchandise, including furniture, appliances, electronics, kitchenware, cleaning supplies, personal care items, health and beauty products, automotive goods, and seasonal merchandise. This allows customers to combine weekly grocery shopping with larger household purchases in a single visit.14

S&R New York Style Pizza is one of the brand’s most recognizable features. Originally conceived as an extension of the warehouse club experience, it has expanded into standalone quick-service restaurants. The menu features New York-style pizza, all-beef hotdogs, cheeseburgers, Southern-style fried chicken, french fries, coffee, pastries, and ice cream.

The food court serves as a value-added component of the shopping experience, providing affordable meal options for members. As of the end of 2024, Puregold reported 62 S&R New York Style Pizza QSRs in operation.15

Tire Centers

Selected S&R warehouses house Tire Centers offering automotive services such as tire mounting and installation, valve replacement, wheel weights, nitrogen inflation, and tire balancing. These services reinforce the warehouse club positioning as a destination for both household and automotive needs.14

Online Shopping

S&R has extended its membership shopping concept to e-commerce through snrshopping.com. This platform allows members to order merchandise remotely and manage accounts and membership transactions digitally, serving as a digital extension of the physical warehouse network.14

S&R is part of Puregold Price Club, Inc. (PSE: PGOLD), a publicly listed Philippine retail company. Puregold acquired Kareila Management Corporation in 2012, and today Kareila operates as a wholly owned subsidiary managing S&R’s warehouse clubs and QSRs.16

Although S&R and Puregold belong to the same corporate group, they target distinct shopping occasions and customer segments. Puregold’s corporate filings explicitly distinguish the S&R warehouse club format from its supermarket and hypermarket formats.

S&R vs. Puregold Positioning

S&R’s value proposition centers on providing premium and imported products at warehouse club prices. Its stated mission is to offer quality merchandise at low prices while enhancing members’ purchasing power.16

The brand occupies a unique niche in the Philippine retail landscape, positioned between traditional supermarkets and international warehouse experiences. Rather than competing solely on lowest individual item price or minimal assortment, S&R emphasizes value per unit, large quantities, international selection, and the overall shopping experience.

Factors Driving Popularity

• Imported Products: Strong reputation for American and international items difficult to find elsewhere.
• Bulk Purchasing: Enables cost-per-unit savings for families and businesses.
• Premium Selection: Access to premium meats, cheeses, appliances, and furniture.
• Warehouse Atmosphere: Distinctive environment with wide aisles, high ceilings, and pallet displays.
• Food Court: S&R New York Style Pizza is a recognized brand asset.
• One-Stop Convenience: Ability to purchase groceries, household goods, and automotive supplies in one trip.

S&R’s expansion reflects the growing acceptance of the warehouse club model in the Philippines. From six warehouses at the time of the 2012 acquisition, the network grew to 18 by 2019, 26 by 2023, and 29 by the end of 2024.2 By 2026, the company’s website listed 31 warehouse branches.2

Expansion into Mindanao has been strategically significant. The Davao warehouse opened in 2013, followed by Cagayan de Oro in 2016. Establishing presence in these regional centers, alongside Cebu and Iloilo, transformed S&R from a Metro Manila-centric retailer into a nationwide brand.

As of 2026, S&R operates as a nationwide warehouse club retailer offering imported groceries, fresh and frozen goods, furniture, appliances, and general merchandise. With 31 warehouse branches and 66 quick-service restaurants reported on its website, it maintains a distinct identity within the Puregold portfolio defined by membership, imported products, bulk value, and the warehouse shopping experience.

1. Welcome to S&R Shopping | S&R Shopping
2. Company Information
3. April 21, 2025
4. Welcome to S&R Shopping | S&R Shopping
5. S&R Membership Shopping
6. Our Business
7. June 29, 2020
8. Membership Card | S&R Shopping
9. Welcome to S&R Shopping | S&R Shopping
10. COVER SHEET
11. pse.com.ph
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14. Welcome to S&R Shopping | S&R Shopping
15. S&R – Registration Form
16. Mission and Vision