Opening the doors of a new restaurant or bar and welcoming customers is the dream of many entrepreneurs. But before that happens, you need to take a series of steps, and one of them is choosing the equipment.
This stage is very important, since the venue's structure and the utensils used are decisive for the quality of the products and services provided. Without an efficient kitchen, for example, it's impossible to serve well-prepared dishes and drinks.
To help you choose the equipment for bars and restaurants, we've created a complete list of what you need to set up a successful business. Check it out!
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Planning the structure of your restaurant or bar
The choice of equipment will depend a lot on your business model. An à la carte restaurant needs a different structure and utensils than a buffet by weight, which is totally different from a bar, and so on.
So the first step is to understand the specific needs of your establishment.
Consider the type of service you'll offer, how many customers you plan to serve per day, which items are offered on the menu, what the available physical space is like, among other aspects. All of this influences the structure needed for the operation.
After looking at these points, you'll have more clarity about the equipment needed to set up your bar or restaurant. Then you'll be able to build your list with more confidence and go after suppliers.
So you don't forget anything, save the equipment list we've prepared below!
List of equipment for bars and restaurants
This is a list of the main types of equipment needed for restaurants and bars, from the kitchen to table service. However, it's worth reinforcing what we said earlier: the choice depends on your business model.
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Cooking
The kitchen is the heart of the restaurant and needs to be well equipped so the team can prepare food safely, efficiently and with quality. Here, it's worth investing more to make sure you'll have the best possible structure.
Also, think about how the physical space will be organized, considering the dynamics of production, to get maximum functionality.
This optimizes production and, consequently, gets orders delivered faster, increasing customer satisfaction.
The main kitchen equipment items are:
- Industrial stove and oven
- Fryers
- Griddles
- Refrigerators
- Freezers
- Dishwashers
- Microwaves
- Water filter
- Blender
- Food processor
- Fruit juicer
- Stand mixer
- Pots
- Frying pans
- Knives
- Cutting boards
- Cutlery
- Containers
- Baking pans
- Serving platters
- Scale
- Thermometer
Bar
Just like the kitchen, the bar space must be organized so drinks are prepared quickly. Having a counter with everything within reach is very important so your team is more productive and delivers drinks fast without making too much of a mess.
The bar equipment you need is:
- Beverage preparation machines (espresso, juices, frozen drinks)
- Ice machines
- Freezers
- Refrigerators
- Blender
- Fruit juicer
- Cocktail shakers
- Peeler
- Ice buckets and tongs
- Jiggers
- Bottle opener
- Cutlery
- Stemware and glasses
SERVICE
Besides the kitchen and the bar, it's important to pay attention to the equipment that supports service in the dining room and to the tableware for serving food and drinks. The type of service will determine what's needed — for a buffet, for example, having heated counters in the dining room is essential.
When equipping your restaurant or bar, think also about your customer profile and the type of experience you want to provide. The choice of plates, glasses, cutlery and other items makes all the difference and can reinforce your brand and your business's proposition.
The service equipment and utensils are:
- Tables and chairs
- Plates (flat, deep, saucers)
- Glasses, stemware and cups
- Cutlery
- Napkins
- Spoons and tongs
- Heated counters
Cleaning and safety
You also need to think about the equipment and supplies to keep your restaurant or bar clean and safe. Take the standards and regulations into account and make sure you get everything that's required.
Your list should include:
- Fire extinguishers
- Security cameras
- Air conditioning and heaters
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mops
- Broom and brushes
- PPE (gloves, hairnets, aprons, masks, shoes)
- Trash bins
- Cleaning and hygiene products
Tecnologias
Finally, choosing the right technologies for your restaurant or bar's operation is strategic.
They can be the difference between failure and success for your business. After all, if the chosen system is unstable and inefficient, it can harm several areas: service, production, inventory management, financial control and much more.
So buy quality equipment, count on specialized suppliers, invest in your infrastructure and make sure your operation flows smoothly from end to end.
Among the technologies your restaurant or bar needs are:
- TV and sound system
- Computador
- Impressora
- UPS
- Telefone
- Internet network
- Telefone
- POS system
- Cash register
- Fiscal printer
- Card machines
- KDS display or order printer
- Self-Service Kiosk
Free spreadsheet: how much does it cost to open a restaurant?
Besides buying all the equipment and utensils, opening a restaurant also requires other investments: rent, renovations, paperwork, decoration, hiring, among others.
That's why it's essential to list your business's needs, plan your costs and build a detailed budget. That way, you'll know how much you need to spend to open your business and will be able to do effective financial planning.
To make this task easier, download our free restaurant startup cost spreadsheet. Nela você encontra uma lista dos principais investimentos necessários e pode fazer um orçamento completo. Aproveite!
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On top of that, we also have a digital menu, self-service kiosks, a KDS system and other solutions to keep your operation flowing end to end. See how it works in practice and discover how we can help your business. Fale com nossos consultores!
