Dot's Supermarkets are owned by Robert Bernhard, Jr. who is a third generation grocer.  Robert A. Bernhard, Sr. started Dot's on Patterson Rd in 1951, which later created Imperial Foodtown stores.  In 1974, Imperial Foodtown stores were sold outside the family until 1984 when the Patterson Rd and Bellbrook store were re-opened as Dot's Markets as they are today.