Foodservice Guides

8 Food Mill Substitutes to Try Out
A food mill (also called a rotary food mill or moulin) is a manual kitchen tool that simultaneously mashes and strains soft foods into a uniform puree. The hand-cranked design forces food through interchangeable discs, separating ...

How to Open a Ghost Kitchen
Opening a ghost kitchen costs between $20,000 and $60,000 for most operators, with some reaching $100,000+ depending on location and equipment needs. Unlike traditional restaurants that take 12-18 months to open, ghost kitchens ca...
Commercial Floor Mat Guide
Choosing the right floor mats for your space may feel daunting but it doesn't have to be. Let GoFoodservice help. Learn more here!

Food Truck Equipment Checklist
This checklist covers every piece of equipment needed to launch a food truck, from cooking appliances and refrigeration to ventilation and point-of-sale systems. Use it to prioritize purchases and avoid costly oversights during yo...

Restaurant Seating Layout Design: Complete Planning Guide
The seating layout you choose impacts everything from customer satisfaction to your bottom line. A well-designed restaurant seating arrangement can increase table turnover by 20-30%, improve customer experience, and ensure ADA com...

Choosing the Right Range Top Configuration for Your Restaurant
Commercial range top configurations include open burners, griddles, charbroilers, hot tops, French tops, and planchas. Specialty ranges like wok burners, stock pot ranges, and induction cookers serve specific cooking needs. Open b...

Benefits of Cast Iron Cookware
Cast iron cookware offers unmatched heat retention, durability, and value. A single cast iron skillet can last generations with proper care, developing a naturally nonstick surface that improves over time. This guide covers the ke...

Waring Waffle Maker Guide
This Waring waffle maker guide will explore the most popular Waring waffle makers so you can make the best choice for your kitchen.

How to Clean Your Grease Trap
A properly maintained grease trap prevents drain clogs, eliminates odors, and keeps your kitchen compliant with local FOG (fats, oils, grease) regulations. Most commercial kitchens should clean their grease trap every 1-3 months, ...

Equipex Panini Grill Guide
Equipex Panini & Sandwich Grills are top-of-the-line sandwich presses that offer a range of powerful features. Every Equipex brand sandwich grill provides fast, even cooking that’s perfect for paninis, patty melts, appetizers,...

Commercial Nacho Chip Warmer Guide
In commercial settings, nacho chip warmers excel where ovens fall short: they handle continuous holding for busy service periods, like peak lunch rushes or game days, without the energy spikes of repeated baking. By circulating dr...

Commercial Steamer Guide: Convection, Pressure & Microwave
If you want to make a huge impact on your commercial kitchen, consider investing in a commercial steamer. Check out our steamer guide for more info.

Vito Frying Oil Filter & Test Guide
The vito oil filter system company has a great reputation in the marketplace and is already used by over 40,000 customers! Check out our guide to learn more.

Food Mill Guide
If you’re looking to save time and manpower, then purchasing a food mill is one of the best decisions you can make. These small tools pack a big punch when it comes to food prep.

Rice Cooker Guide
A commercial rice cooker transforms one of the most labor-intensive kitchen tasks into a hands-off operation. Unlike stovetop methods that demand constant attention - adjusting heat, timing, and water ratios - a dedicated rice coo...

Commercial French Fry Cutter Guide
French fries remain one of America's most popular menu items, and the quality of your fry cut can make or break customer satisfaction. Commercial french fry cutters transform whole potatoes into perfectly uniform fries, wedges, an...

Commercial Kitchen Mixing Equipment Guide
Finding the right kitchen mixing equipment for your food service establishment might seem daunting. Read this article to help you make the right choices!

Commercial Meat Processing Equipment Guide
Commercial meat processing equipment transforms raw proteins into ready-to-serve products, enabling restaurants, delis, and foodservice operations to offer fresh, consistent menu items while maintaining food safety standards. From...