Restaurant Dish Drying Racks

Free Up Counter Space and Cut Labor With the Right Drying Rack

Towel-drying dozens of racks every shift wastes time and risks lint on glassware. A dedicated dish drying rack lets plates, sheet pans and utensils air-dry to NSF standards while you focus on prep. Heavy-duty casters roll clean ware straight from the dishwasher to storage, keeping aisles clear and tables turning quickly.

Benefits at a Glance

• Labor savings - Staff load once and walk away; natural air circulation finishes the job.
• Sanitary storage - Open-wire grids or slotted polymer shelves keep warm dishes off counters, reducing cross-contamination.
• Space efficiency - Vertical tiers store the capacity of multiple drain boards in a single 24x26 in. footprint.
• Chip protection - Angled slides cradle china and trays to prevent edge damage during cooling.
• Maneuverability - Non-marking swivel casters glide through tight dish rooms and lock for safe loading.
• Quick cleanup - Removable polymer shelves from Cambro pop out for machine washing.

Key Specs to Compare

• Rack type - Angled peg racks for plates, open wire carts for sheet pans, or combination dollies for racks and glass racks.
• Number of shelves / slides - Choose 8-20 levels depending on daily rack volume.
• Weight capacity - Light-duty (250lb) for glass racks versus heavy-duty (750lb) for cafeteria trays.
• Material & finish - Epoxy-coated wire for moist dish areas; stainless or polymer shelves for maximum corrosion resistance.
• Footprint - Standard 20x26 in. racks fit rack dollies; verify doorway clearance for tall units.
• Accessory compatibility - Add drying inserts, pan grids, or color-coded ID tags from our storage-rack collection.

Popular Configurations & Service Scenarios

• Polymer 20-slide racks - School cafeterias air-dry 1,000 trays between lunch periods without towel labor.
• Angled wire carts - Bakeries cool sheet pans of pastries before icing.
• Stainless knock-down racks - Hotels disassemble units for deep cleaning after banquet season.
• Compact 8-tier dollies - Food trucks roll clean dishes from commissary to event site in one trip.
• Heavy-duty utility racks - Hospitals move case pans and meal trays to patient floors while maintaining HACCP airflow.

GoFoodservice proudly offers drying solutions from industry leaders like Cambro, Carter-Hoffmann, and Metro. Their NSF-listed designs feature rugged welds, adjustable slides, and lifetime corrosion warranties; so you can trust them shift after shift.

Need Help Choosing a Rack?

Shelf counts, slide spacing and water-shed angles can be tricky. Our equipment specialists review your dish-machine output, aisle widths and storage space to recommend a rack that fits seamlessly; so you spend less time stacking and more time serving.

Shop Dish Drying Racks Today

Boost efficiency, protect china, and keep your dish room organized. Compare capacities and features, then place your order now. For complementary solutions, explore our full range of storage & transport products and other essential restaurant equipment.