FINE FARE Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Monday, October 7, 1996, a trademark application was filed for FINE FARE with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the FINE FARE trademark a serial number of 75177726. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Monday, August 16, 2021. This trademark is owned by Retail Grocers Group, Inc.. The FINE FARE trademark is filed in the Cosmetics & Cleaning Products, Hand Tool Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Meat & Processed Food Products, Staple Food Products, Natural Agricultural Products, Light Beverage Products, Advertising, and Business and Retail Services categories with the following description:

[ laundry and/or ]dish detergent, [ all purpose cleaning preparations, ]laundry bleach and fabric softener for domestic use, [ household detergent, ]bleach

[ razor blades and table flatware, namely, forks, knives and spoons ]

[ paper coffee filters, ][ disposable diapers, ]plastic refuse [ and sandwich ]bags, [ plastic wrap, ]paper towels[, toilet paper, paper napkins and facial tissue ]

[ frozen vegetables, canned vegetables, canned fruit, fruit and/or nut and/or whipped toppings, poultry, fish fillets, pork, frozen and/or dried fruit, milk and milk substitutes, ]jellies and jams, peanut butter, [ pickles, processed olives, ]processed beans, [ chili, processed potatoes, potato chips, sandwich spread, soup, tomato paste, margarine, ]salad dressing, [ salad and cooking oil, vegetable shortening, ]mayonnaise[, instant nondairy creamer, butter and cheese, ][ frozen turkeys, ][ pasteurized process cheese food, and processed meat products, namely, sliced corned beef; smoked, sliced chicken, turkey, ham, and beef ]

[ flour, waffles, bakery goods, marshmallows, ]processed cereal, [ cocoa, coffee, sauces, namely, spaghetti, picante, chili, worcestershire and steak, vinegar, crackers, stuffing mixes containing bread, cookies, bread, honey, ]pasta, [ relish, packaged meals consisting primarily of pasta or rice, spices, ]sugar[, tea, pancake syrup, rice, pastries, rolls, artificially fruit flavored instant food, beverage not being dairy or vegetable or whey based, macaroni and cheese, and macaroni and cheese dinner ]

[ dog food, ][ cat food, ]cat litter and unpopped popcorn

fruit and vegetable juices, [ soft drinks, ]spring and drinking water

franchising, namely, offering and providing technical assistance in connection with the establishment and operation of grocery stores
fine fare

General Information


Serial Number75177726
Word MarkFINE FARE
Filing DateMonday, October 7, 1996
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateMonday, August 16, 2021
Registration Number2336971
Registration DateTuesday, April 4, 2000
Mark Drawing1000 - Typeset: Word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, April 21, 1998

Trademark Statements


Concurrent Use StatementRegistration is limited to the area consisting of te states of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Concurrent Use Proceeding No. 1123 with Registration Nos. 1,814,631; 1,283,524; 1,244,703; 1,151,834; 1,142,953; 1,059,468; 1,022,427; 988,000; and 988,721.
Goods and Services[ laundry and/or ]dish detergent, [ all purpose cleaning preparations, ]laundry bleach and fabric softener for domestic use, [ household detergent, ]bleach
Goods and Services[ razor blades and table flatware, namely, forks, knives and spoons ]
Goods and Services[ paper coffee filters, ][ disposable diapers, ]plastic refuse [ and sandwich ]bags, [ plastic wrap, ]paper towels[, toilet paper, paper napkins and facial tissue ]
Goods and Services[ frozen vegetables, canned vegetables, canned fruit, fruit and/or nut and/or whipped toppings, poultry, fish fillets, pork, frozen and/or dried fruit, milk and milk substitutes, ]jellies and jams, peanut butter, [ pickles, processed olives, ]processed beans, [ chili, processed potatoes, potato chips, sandwich spread, soup, tomato paste, margarine, ]salad dressing, [ salad and cooking oil, vegetable shortening, ]mayonnaise[, instant nondairy creamer, butter and cheese, ][ frozen turkeys, ][ pasteurized process cheese food, and processed meat products, namely, sliced corned beef; smoked, sliced chicken, turkey, ham, and beef ]
Goods and Services[ flour, waffles, bakery goods, marshmallows, ]processed cereal, [ cocoa, coffee, sauces, namely, spaghetti, picante, chili, worcestershire and steak, vinegar, crackers, stuffing mixes containing bread, cookies, bread, honey, ]pasta, [ relish, packaged meals consisting primarily of pasta or rice, spices, ]sugar[, tea, pancake syrup, rice, pastries, rolls, artificially fruit flavored instant food, beverage not being dairy or vegetable or whey based, macaroni and cheese, and macaroni and cheese dinner ]
Goods and Services[ dog food, ][ cat food, ]cat litter and unpopped popcorn
Goods and Servicesfruit and vegetable juices, [ soft drinks, ]spring and drinking water
Goods and Servicesfranchising, namely, offering and providing technical assistance in connection with the establishment and operation of grocery stores

Classification Information


International Class003 - Bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations; soaps; perfumery, essential oils, cosmetics, hair lotions; dentifrices.
US Class Codes001, 004, 006, 050, 051, 052
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, October 30, 1996
Primary Code003
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, December 31, 1973
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, December 31, 1973

International Class008 - Hand tools and implements (hand-operated); cutlery; side arms; razors.
US Class Codes023, 028, 044
Class Status CodeB - Sec. 8 - Class(es) in a Multiple Class registration
Class Status DateMonday, January 25, 2010
Primary Code008
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, April 30, 1985
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, April 30, 1985

International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, October 30, 1996
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1975
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1975

International Class029 - Meat, fish, poultry and game; meat extracts; preserved, frozen, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables; jellies, jams, compotes; eggs, milk and milk products; edible oils and fats.
US Class Codes046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, October 30, 1996
Primary Code029
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1952
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1952

International Class030 - Coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, rice, tapioca, sago, artificial coffee; flour and preparations made from cereals, bread, pastry and confectionery, ices; honey, treacle; yeast, baking powder; salt, mustard; vinegar, sauces (condiments); spices; ice.
US Class Codes046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, October 30, 1996
Primary Code030
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, July 31, 1980
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, July 31, 1980

International Class031 - Agricultural, horticultural and forestry products and grains not included in other classes; live animals; fresh fruits and vegetables; seeds, natural plants and flowers; foodstuffs for animals; malt.
US Class Codes001, 046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, October 30, 1996
Primary Code031
First Use Anywhere DateSaturday, February 29, 1992
First Use In Commerce DateSaturday, February 29, 1992

International Class032 - Beers; mineral and aerated waters and other nonalcoholic drinks; fruit drinks and fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making beverages.
US Class Codes045, 046, 048
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, October 30, 1996
Primary Code032
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, March 31, 1986
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, March 31, 1986

International Class035 - Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions.
US Class Codes100, 101, 102
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, June 24, 1997
Primary Code035
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 31, 1976
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 31, 1976

Trademark Owner History


Party NameRetail Grocers Group, Inc.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressCarlstadt, NJ 07072

Party NameRetail Grocers Group, Inc.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressCarlstadt, NJ 07072

Party NameRetail Grocers Group, Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressCarlstadt, NJ 07072

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Tuesday, August 17, 2021NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Monday, August 16, 2021REGISTERED AND RENEWED (SECOND RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Monday, August 16, 2021REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Tuesday, July 20, 2021TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Wednesday, July 7, 2021POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 9
Tuesday, June 29, 2021TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Wednesday, December 30, 2020POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 9
Thursday, December 17, 2020TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Wednesday, June 17, 2020POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 9
Friday, June 12, 2020CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, March 31, 2020TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Thursday, April 4, 2019COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Monday, January 25, 2010REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Monday, January 25, 2010REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8
Monday, January 25, 2010REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED
Friday, January 22, 2010REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED
Friday, January 22, 2010TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Tuesday, June 21, 2005REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Monday, June 20, 2005ASSIGNED TO PARALEGAL
Wednesday, April 27, 2005REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED
Wednesday, April 27, 2005TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Tuesday, March 26, 2002PAPER RECEIVED
Tuesday, April 4, 2000REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, November 17, 1999CONCURRENT USE TERMINATED NO. 999999
Tuesday, September 14, 1999CONCURRENT USE GRANTED NO. 999999
Tuesday, September 14, 1999CONCURRENT USE GRANTED NO. 999999
Friday, February 19, 1999CONCURRENT USE PROC. INSTITUTED NO. 999999
Tuesday, April 21, 1998PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Saturday, March 21, 1998NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Friday, January 30, 1998APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, December 22, 1997CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Thursday, June 26, 1997NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Monday, June 2, 1997CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Monday, March 31, 1997NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Friday, March 14, 1997ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER