Kiosk or food stall
Up to 20 covers
KSh 80,000 – 200,000
- Countertop cooker or single burner
- One prep worktable
- Single bowl sink
- Small under-sink grease trap
- Basic wall shelving
For Restaurants
Commercial Kitchen Equipment for Restaurants in Kenya
Beyond Commercial Kitchen is a restaurant equipment supplier and fabricator working across Kenya — from single-outlet cafés in Nairobi to multi-branch fast-casual chains and fine dining establishments. Every piece is custom-built in Grade 201 | 304 stainless steel to match your menu, kitchen footprint, and throughput volume.
Commercial Kitchen Solutions for Restaurants in Kenya
High-Output Hot Kitchen
Restaurant cooking demands consistency at speed. Our island stations, range cookers, chargrills, fryers, and extraction systems are built for continuous high-volume service without compromise.
Efficient Prep & Wash-Up
Fast prep and clean-down cycles are critical to restaurant profitability. Our custom worktables, prep sinks, and wash-up stations are sized to your covers and shift patterns.
HACCP Food Safety Compliance
Nairobi County and KEBS food safety requirements demand HACCP-compliant equipment. All our surfaces, joints, and drainage provisions meet the standard — protecting your licence and your diners.
Custom-Fit to Your Kitchen
No two restaurant kitchens are the same. We fabricate to your exact dimensions — standard sizes or completely bespoke — and can work from site drawings or direct measurements.
Recommended Equipment
Kitchen Equipment for Restaurants
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Stainless Steel Free-Standing Gas Griddle
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Stainless Steel Single Well Gas Fryer
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Stainless Steel Double Well Gas Fryer
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Stainless Steel Stock Pot Stove
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Stainless Steel Scrapping Table
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Wash-Up Area
Stainless Steel Double Bowl Sink
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Stainless Steel Three Bowl Sink
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Stainless Steel Pot Wash Sink
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Stainless Steel 3-Tier Drying Rack
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Stainless Steel Perforated Rack
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Stainless Steel Work Table with Single Undershelf
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Stainless Steel Work Table with Double Undershelves
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Stainless Steel Double Bowl Sink
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Stainless Steel Single Bowl Sink
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Preparation Area
Stainless Steel Single Wall Shelf
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Stainless Steel Double Wall Shelf
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Drainage Systems
NEMA compliance essential
Stainless Steel Under-Sink Grease Trap
SPEC: SS-304 / CUSTOM
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Drainage Systems
Stainless Steel Underground Grease Trap
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Drainage Systems
Stainless Steel Floor Drains
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Drainage Systems
Stainless Steel Floor Traps
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What You Actually Need
Restaurants — Equipment and Budget by Scale
Equipment requirements scale with throughput, not floor area. Find the band closest to your operation to see what the kitchen needs and roughly what it costs.
Café or fast-casual
20 – 60 covers
KSh 250,000 – 700,000
- 2–4 burner gas range or countertop cooking
- Prep worktable with undershelf
- Prep sink and wash-up sink
- Extraction canopy sized to the cooking line
- Wall shelves and a dunnage rack
- Under-sink grease trap
Mid-range restaurant
60 – 150 covers
KSh 700,000 – 2,500,000
- Cooking station — range, fryer, griddle or chargrill
- Extraction canopy, ducting and fan
- 2–3 prep worktables
- Prep sinks plus a double or three bowl wash-up sink
- Scrapping table and drying rack
- Storage racking and a stainless cabinet
- Grease trap and floor drainage
Full-service restaurant
150+ covers
KSh 2,500,000 – 8,000,000
- Full cooking suite, often a combined island station
- Servery — bain marie, hot cupboard, pass shelves
- Multiple prep zones with separated raw and ready-to-eat areas
- More complex extraction with make-up air
- Complete drainage including an underground interceptor
- Hand wash stations in every work area
- Trolleys, oven stands and cooling racks
Bands are indicative for equipment fabricated in Grade 201 | 304 stainless steel and match the figures published in our commercial kitchen cost guide. Final cost depends on menu, throughput, site conditions and specification.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions — Restaurants
Is restaurant equipment for sale directly, or made to order?
We fabricate to order rather than sell from stock, because a fitted kitchen rarely matches an off-the-shelf size. Standard items — worktables, sinks, shelving — are still fast at one to two weeks; custom cooking lines and extraction run two to four.
What commercial kitchen equipment does a restaurant in Kenya need?
Every restaurant needs five zones: receiving, storage, prep, cooking, and wash-up. Core equipment includes a commercial range or cooking station, extraction canopy, prep worktables, prep and wash-up sinks, a dedicated hand-washing basin, storage shelving, and a NEMA-compliant grease trap. All food contact surfaces must be Grade 201 | 304 stainless steel.
How much does it cost to set up a restaurant kitchen in Kenya?
A small café (20–60 covers) costs KSh 250,000–700,000. A mid-range restaurant (60–150 covers) typically costs KSh 700,000–2,500,000 including extraction, drainage, and installation. Use the Beyond Commercial Kitchen cost calculator at commercialkitchen.co.ke/tools/calculator for a personalised estimate.
Does a restaurant kitchen need HACCP compliance in Kenya?
Yes. Nairobi County and all county governments assess HACCP compliance during food business licence inspections. Specifically: food contact surfaces must be Grade 201 | 304 stainless, a dedicated hand-washing basin must exist, a grease trap must be installed, and extraction must be adequate for the cooking equipment.
How long does it take to fabricate and install a restaurant kitchen in Kenya?
Standard restaurant kitchen equipment is fabricated in 1–3 weeks from our Nairobi workshop. Installation takes 1–3 days for a small kitchen, 3–5 days for a medium restaurant. The complete timeline from order to operational kitchen is typically 2–5 weeks.
Can Beyond Commercial Kitchen supply the full restaurant kitchen package?
Yes. We supply the complete restaurant kitchen — design, fabrication of all stainless steel items, procurement of specialist equipment (ranges, refrigeration), professional installation, and gas commissioning. Contact us for a free consultation and equipment schedule.
Ready to build a kitchen that works better, lasts longer, and supports your business growth?
Contact Beyond Commercial Kitchen today and let's start planning your project.