Opening a restaurant costs more than most people plan for. Here are the major budget categories.
Shop the equipment in this article: commercial kitchen equipment, smallwares and Marchia MHW138 50″ Heated Display Merchandiser. Freight is included on every order.
Lease and Deposits
Security deposit and first months of rent before opening.
Build-Out
Construction, plumbing, electrical, ventilation and finishes are often the largest expense.
Kitchen Equipment
Cooking, refrigeration, sinks, tables and shelving. See commercial kitchen equipment.
Smallwares
Pans, utensils, dinnerware and storage add up fast. See smallwares.
Furniture and Decor
Tables, chairs, lighting and signage.
Technology
POS, kitchen display and online ordering.
Licenses and Permits
Health, business, liquor and building permits.
Opening Inventory and Staff Training
Food, beverages and paid training before day one.
Working Capital
Keep cash reserves to cover several months of operating costs while sales build.
Popular models to compare
These are the most popular models in Commercial Kitchen Equipment, Smallwares, with the main points from each product page. Open the category to see the full range.
Marchia MHW138 50″ Heated Display Merchandiser (model MHW138)
- Brand: Marchia
- Commercial Heated Display: Marchia 50″ full-service countertop heated display merchandiser designed for professional foodservice use.
- Slanted 2-Shelf Design: Two slanted shelves provide an organized presentation and improved visibility of displayed hot foods.
- Tempered Glass Sides: 50″ Heated Display Merchandiser has c lear tempered glass sides allow customers and staff to view displayed products easily.
Marchia MHW65 24″ Heated Display Merchandiser (model MHW65)
- Brand: Marchia
- Heated Display Merchandiser: 24″ countertop unit designed to keep prepared foods warm while providing an attractive display.
- Slanted 2-Shelf Design: Angled shelves improve visibility and organization of displayed foods.
- Full-Service Design: Front and rear openings provide convenient staff access for serving and restocking.
Coldline CBB-72-LG Left Hinged Glass Door Replacement (model CBB-72-LG)
- Brand: Coldline
- Replacement Door: Left Hinged Glass Door Replacement for CBB-72G designed to replace the original door when replacement is required.
- Left Hinged Design: Made specifically for applications requiring a left-hinged door configuration.
- Tempered Glass: Features tempered glass construction for the replacement door.
- Warranty: 5-Year Compressor / 1-Year Parts & Labor
Aluminum Wall Mounted Sheet Bun Pan Rack Holds 5 Half Size (model WM-HALF-5)
- Brand: Express KitchQuip
- Aluminum Wall Mounted Sheet
- Sheet Pans : Holds 5 pans
- 21″ x 13″ x 18″ : Compact size
18″ x 26″ Full-Size Aluminum Sheet Pans – Pack of 12 or 6 (Commercial Grade)
- Brand: Express KitchQuip
Thunder Group SLMBP200 2 qt Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl, 8-3/4in Diameter x 2-1/4in Height (model SLMBP200)
- Brand: Thunder Group
Before you order
- Measure the space and every doorway on the delivery path, and compare them with the dimensions on each product page.
- Check the spec sheet for power, gas or water requirements and match them to what your building has.
- Compare capacity with your busiest day rather than your average day.
- Read the warranty terms for the brand before you order.
Delivery, warranty and payment
- Delivery: delivery within the continental US is included in the price on the product page, and freight orders include liftgate service.
- Warranty: each product carries its manufacturer warranty. Terms by brand are on our warranty page.
- Financing: lease-to-own financing through Clicklease is offered on items of $500 and up. See how financing works.
- Quotes: buying for a business and need a written quote? Call +1-877-558-2253 or use our contact page.
Not sure which model fits?
Call +1-877-558-2253 with your space, power supply and daily volume, and we will help you narrow it down.