Guides & Articles on Restaurant Equipment

Bakery Equipment and Baking Supplies

How to find food service supplies and food service equipment vendors for your bakery

Our day's daily bread hasn't come out of the kitchen in years. Nearly all the breads, pastries, pies and other baked goods we consume come from bakery equipment operated by professional, full-scale bakers for local and national distribution.Buying bakery equipment and baking supplies is not so simple a task, however. The range of bakery gear runs from corner doughnut shop...

Beverage Dispensers

Increase revenues when you sell beverages with the right drink dispensers

Beverage dispensers can pump up sales in all kinds of businesses, not just in restaurants. Convenience stores, retail shops, hotels and lobbies can also benefit from drink dispensers. Beverage dispensing machines can be used to provide a service to your customers or to create an extra revenue source. Beverage dispensing machines come in a variety of styles, depending on the type...

Buying Food Display Cases

Increase sales with pastry cases, deli cases and other food display equipment

Food display cases boost sales in restaurants, delis, bakeries and grocery stores. A well stocked food display case is inviting to customers, tempting them with delectable baked goods or savory meats and cheeses. A food display case with artfully arranged goods will encourage sales as well as add to the overall welcoming feel of a restaurant, deli or bakery. Food...

Commercial Beverage Equipment and Supplies

Getting the right equipment for your beverages

The beverage operation is an integral part of any restaurant, convenience store and other food-based business. Beverage supplies include high-end items such as glycol systems for beer and ordinary everyday items, like paper coffee cups.Most businesses need some kind of commercial beverage equipment. Fountain drink machines, soda dispensers and industrial coffee makers are just a...

Commercial Dishwashers

What to look for when shopping for restaurant grade dishwashers

In the restaurant business, commercial dishwashers are a must-have item because they help you maintain a constant supply of clean plates, glasses and flatware. Restaurant grade dishwashers offer several benefits over domestic versions. For instance, a commercial dishwasher can wash one load of dishes in as little as 60 seconds. Compare that to the typical 60 to 90 minutes required...

Commercial Fryers

Feed consumer appetite with the best commercial fryers

Commercial fryers make the stuff people really crave — from fast food French fries and onion rings to funnel cakes at the amusement park. Considering America’s appetite for fried foods, the demand for commercial deep fryers is not likely to go away any time soon. Commercial deep fryers take foods from frozen to golden brown in minutes and cook up to 100...

Commercial Microwave Ovens

The heat is on: How to choose the right commercial microwave

Commercial grade microwave ovens have a place in virtually every food-related establishment in America today, from fancy restaurants to beachside snack bars, from employee cafeterias and break rooms to convenience stores and self-serve delis, Gone are the days of using them only for popping popcorn or warming coffee; today commercial microwaves often are used for their initial...

Commercial Refrigerators, Coolers and Freezers

How to keep merchandise cold, display it favorably, and use energy wisely

For every type of business that uses commercial coolers, from food and beverage retailers to restaurants and florists, there are many commercial refrigerators, coolers and freezers to choose from: walk-ins with solid or glass doors, deli display cases, refrigerated direct-draw beer dispenser units, to name a few. To make a good choice, follow this advice when selecting your...

Concession Equipment

Concession stands can be a real moneymaker with the right concession machines

Concession stands can bump up profits in movie theaters, at outdoor events and in retail environments. In addition, with a small investment, you can purchase a concession stand and concession equipment to start your own food service business. The type of concessions equipment you need depends on the type of food you want to sell — hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones, popcorn...

Fondue Pots

How to select an appropriate fondue pot based on what you're cooking

Fondue pots for sale abound, both on the Internet and in many stores. If you've ever glanced at the website or storefront of a fondue pot supplier, you've probably been overwhelmed by all the choices. Whether you own a restaurant or just want a nice fondue set for your home, rest assured that there is some rhyme and reason when it comes to choosing a fondue pot or fondue...

Food Cutting and Slicing Equipment

Control food quality and costs with food cutting machinery

Restaurants and other food-based businesses which serve a high volume of food should invest in food cutting and slicing equipment. Food cutting machines and meat cutting equipment can help save money in labor, food cost and waste. Food cutting machines can do everything from slicing deli meats and cheeses to chopping vegetables and French fries. When looking at different brands...

Food Processing Mixers and Blenders

Commercial food mixers save time and manpower

Food and beverage businesses can greatly benefit from industrial food mixers. Not only do commercial mixers save businesses time and money in payroll, but they also help speed up production, increasing overall profits. Food processing mixers and blenders are ideal for bakeries, restaurants, confectionery shops and grocery stores.An industrial food mixer is essential for making...

Food Service Equipment

Choose the right kind of food service equipment

Food service equipment covers every part of a restaurant and commercial kitchen, from outfitting the kitchen stations to tracking sales and profits with a POS system. Knowing where to save money when buying food service supplies and where to spend the extra money will save you a lot of time during the start-up process.Food service supplies come in many shapes and sizes. For...

Ice Cream Display Cases

Increase sales with ice cream display freezers

Most everyone loves ice cream, but help boost your sales even more with the right ice cream display cases. Ice cream and its Italian counterpart, gelato, look appealing all by themselves but need display and dipping cases that maintain proper temperatures, allow for customer viewing and self service when needed, look good and contain plenty of storage space.Gelato and ice cream...

Meat and Poultry Equipment

Sanitation and regulations of meat and poultry equipment

Meat and poultry equipment has to be sanitary to process any animal product, and finding a quality store to provide that meat equipment should come easily. Meat market equipment should be thoroughly tested and approved before making its way to you, but being knowledgeable about the industry never hurts either.Poultry processing equipment and meat processing machinery comes in many...

Reach-in Refrigerators and Freezers

Save time, energy and money with commercial grade reach in refrigerators

One of the most important pieces of equipment in a commercial kitchen is reach in freezers and reach in refrigerators. Commercial grade reach in refrigerators and freezers are designed to keep food at safe temperatures for cooking and handling. Reach in refrigerators and freezers come in a variety of sizes, from small under-counter models to upright models with one, two or three...

Refrigeration Equipment

Walk-in coolers, chillers, commercial freezers, restaurant grade refrigerators - cool equipment you need

Commercial refrigeration isn't limited to one freezer and refrigerator. Restaurants, convenience stores and other businesses that sell perishable items must invest in commercial refrigeration equipment for each step of the product's shelf life. From the moment products are delivered, it's a race against time to keep them cold enough to be safe and consumable. Refrigeration...

Restaurant Equipment Distributors

Get down to business with food equipment distributors

Opening a restaurant requires a lot of commercial equipment, from kitchen supplies to dining room furniture. Many food service equipment distributors offer everything you need to open a restaurant, while other restaurant distributors specialize in one area of food service equipment, such as commercial refrigeration, smallwares, bar supplies and ventilation. When looking at...

Restaurant Table Linens

Set your customers' expectations with crisp, clean table linens

What's the difference between your basic mom-and-pop pizza joint and fine Italian dining? Pretty much, it's presentation. A huge part of that is table linens -- tablecloths and restaurant napkins.Any restaurant needs table linens to project the right image. A tablecloth with stains or tears is a bad sign, and napkins should feel fresh and seem completely unused to every...

Selecting Commercial Refrigerators

Increase the shelf-life and quality of perishables with industrial restaurant refrigerators

Commercial refrigerators are an integral part of any restaurant. There are many styles of industrial refrigerators, including walk-in coolers, reach-in coolers and upright coolers. Besides the kitchen, you'll most likely need refrigeration equipment in the wait station and bar. When selecting commercial refrigeration equipment for a restaurant, consider how much...

Selecting Commercial Stainless Steel Equipment

Keep your restaurant kitchen running smoothly with stainless steel equipment

To some people there is nothing lovelier than a stainless steel commercial kitchen, with its gleaming stainless steel counters, cabinets and tables. There is a reason that most restaurant kitchens are composed of stainless steel equipment. It is highly durable, can withstand high temperatures and is safe for food preparation - important in an efficient restaurant kitchen. Place...

Selecting Refrigerated Display Cases

Show off your business assets with refrigerated cases

Refrigerated display cases are a great way to boost sales of food and drinks. A well-stocked beverage display refrigerator is inviting to customers, while refrigerated bakery cases tempt a patron's sweet tooth. No matter what sector of the food and beverage industry your business is in, refrigerated display cases can help increase sales and profits. A display refrigerator is...

Starting a Bar or Nightclub

Opening a bar or nightclub can lift your spirits, your glass and your bottom line

Think of your favorite bar. What comes to mind? Probably delicious drinks, a comfortable atmosphere, good music, friendly people. That's because bars are fun places. People love them. They go to bars to celebrate birthdays, decompress after work and relax while they watch the big game. It's no surprise, then, that if you like going to bars you might also decide that...

Walk In Coolers

Keep your products chilled and fresh in a cold storage room.

Walk in coolers are a must-have item for many types of businesses. Restaurants, cafes and floral shops all need commercial coolers to keep food or flowers fresh. Most large restaurants opt to have a walk in cooler and sometimes a walk in freezer to store perishable food items that have to be purchased in bulk, and then a smaller refrigerator for the kitchen for easy access. The...

Water Equipment and Supplies

Spring into the bottled water business with premium water equipment and supplies

The market for bottled water equipment has been steadily growing on the heels of diminished consumer confidence in the quality of municipal water systems. As consumers become more concerned about their health, bottled water is becoming a clear substitute for soft drinks. Entrepreneurs see the growing opportunity in the water bottling system and are moving to make a name for...