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How much does it cost to install a commercial kitchen? Of course, it depends on many factors. Considering how diverse restaurants can be, the cost of creating your establishment can vary significantly from one restaurant to the next.
Typically, factors such as the size of your kitchen, equipment, menu selection, and location influence cost. A small pastry shop with minimal seating will have a considerably different installation cost than a steakhouse featuring a large dine-in section and robust menu.
Kitchen Installation Cost Estimator
There’s a cost range for installing a commercial kitchen that most restaurants fall into:
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General Range—Chances are high that your restaurant, regardless of its offerings, will sit somewhere between CAD $15,000 and $250,000 on commercial kitchen installation costs.
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Cost per Square Metre—This usually costs CAD $1,500 to $3,000 per square metre.
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Cost per Square Foot—On average, you can expect to pay around CAD $250 per square foot of kitchen space.
Costs by Kitchen Type
The following provides estimated kitchen installation costs based on type and size.
| Type of Kitchen | Estimated Cost Range (CAD) |
| Small Cafés & Coffee Shops | $30,000 to $50,000 |
| Pizzerias & Fast-Casual Establishments | $50,000 to $95,000 |
| Medium-Sized Restaurants | $50,000 to $100,000 |
| Large Restaurants & Hotels | $100,000 to $150,000+ |
| High-End Restaurants | $150,000 to $300,000+ |
Breakdown of Specific Costs
Equipment Costs (CAD)
We can further analyze the cost of installing a commercial kitchen by looking at its equipment. Again, prices can vary based on the quantity of equipment required, and the brand.
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Cooking Equipment (ovens, ranges)—$1,000 to $15,000
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Refrigeration (walk-in/reach-in coolers, freezers)—$5,000 to $50,000
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Dishwashers—$1,000 to $5,000
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Ventilation Systems (range hoods)—$2,000 to $30,000+
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Fire Suppression Systems—$2,000 to $5,000
Installation and Labour Costs (CAD)
Building and setting up your space will require the hands of skilled tradespeople.
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Electricians—$35 to $60 per hour
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Plumbers—$30 to $55 per hour
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General Labourers—$15 to 30 per hour
Material and Finishing Costs (CAD)
Aside from labour, there’s the cost of materials. Your choice of material largely impacts the final cost of your construction.
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Flooring (safety vinyl)—$200 per square metre
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Wall Coverings (stainless steel or ceramic tiles)— $30 to $100 per square metre
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Stainless Steel Workstations and Sinks—$500 to $3000
Additional Costs (CAD)
You also have to factor in other costs, such as those related to inventory and licensing.
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Mandatory licenses and permits—$12,500 for typical restaurant setups
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POS Systems—$4,000
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Marketing & Initial Inventory Costs—$10,000 to $12,500
Other Factors Influencing Installation Costs
Keep in mind that many items can influence kitchen installation costs. For example, choosing between new and used equipment, location type, and material costs all contribute to overall cost. There are also factors beyond your control, such as economic changes, that drive certain costs up or down.
