Other Restaurant & Food Service

Restaurant Supplies

Opening and operating a restaurant is no small feat, so you want to make sure that you have all the necessary restaurant supplies at your disposal. Whether it’s a bakery, pizzeria or a diner, there is a great deal of infrastructure needed to make things run smoothly so you can build your customer base rapidly. Just as important as your customer is your kitchen equipment. Consider your space and the type of establishment that you plan to operate when choosing your equipment, and don’t forget the basic items like docket books or pads, trays, no-slip kitchen mats, fry baskets, squeeze bottles and more.

Front-of-the-house needs are just as important as back-of-the-house supplies because these are the items with which your patrons will interact. These are the things that you want to provide them with for an unforgettable experience that will make them loyal customers. To that end, make sure that you get flatware, glasses, napkins, display pieces, tablecloths and more. You should also consider your style of food, the decor and the location when choosing your front-of-the-house supplies.

One must-have in the back of your restaurant is a commercial pre-rinse spray faucet, as cleanliness goes a very long way. You will also need an order rack to hold the customer orders that come into the kitchen. Timeliness is extremely important as well. If your restaurant serves pizza, you are going to need lots and lots of pizza trays. There are multiple diameters to choose from, so your customers can choose whatever size pie they need. If you’re serving coffee and specialty coffee drinks at your cafe or bakery, milk froth thermometers are essential to achieving the best artisanal coffee from your cappuccino or coffee equipment.

If you serve specialty drinks or alcohol, you will be wise to invest in bar equipment. A glass rimmer with two trays puts both the salt and the sugar in reach for a quick and easy rim. A small refrigerator for under the bar may be a good idea, or perhaps you need more space and a tall refrigerator would better serve your needs. You will also need various shapes of stemware and cocktail shaker sets to serve many different tastes. Measured nip pourers are another item that will serve your business well, as consistency is important to creating signature drink recipes.

When you don’t have a brick-and-mortar location because you cater events, you have slightly different supply needs. In these cases, you may want to consider bamboo skewers and forks, menu card holders, squeeze bottles and food displays and warmers. There are so many things to consider when you cater affairs, and being prepared is a must.