The Pantry, Inc. operates convenience stores in the southeastern United States. Its stores provide food, beverages, and non-food merchandise; and fuel, as well as ancillary products and services. As of September 25, 2014, the company operated 1,518 stores in 13 states primarily under the Kangaroo Express operating banner. The Pantry, Inc. also operates 233 proprietary foodservice and quick service restaurants at its locations. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina. As of March 16, 2015, The Pantry, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Mac's Convenience Stores, LLC.