Equipment for a centralised kitchen
| Equipment | Standard model | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Jacketed Kettle | 100 L, SS 304 inner shell | ₹2,94,000 |
| Tilting Bratt Pan | 80 L, 10 mm SS-clad base | ₹2,52,000 |
| Rice Steam Cooking Cabinet | 6 tray, 60 kg rice per batch | ₹1,19,000 |
| Blast Chiller | 10 GN 1/1, +70 °C to +3 °C in 90 min | ₹3,92,000 |
| Walk-in Cold Room | 8×8×8 ft, 80 mm PUF panels | ₹5,04,000 |
| Automatic Roti Machine | 1,000–1 | ₹4,48,000 |
| Vegetable Cutting Machine | 300 kg/hour, 5 discs for slicing | ₹53,000 |
| Conveyor Dishwasher | 150–200 racks/hour, pre-wash | ₹13,30,000 |
Landed setup cost in Port Louis
Estimates for a typical equipment package, including freight, insurance, duty, taxes and local delivery:
| Size | Equipment ex-works | Landed |
|---|---|---|
| Small — up to 100 meals a day / 40 covers | ₹26,02,500 | MUR 1,705,910 (₹33,26,524) |
| Medium — 100 to 500 meals a day / 80–120 covers | ₹52,05,000 | MUR 3,331,688 (₹64,96,791) |
| Large — 500 to 2,000 meals a day | ₹1,01,97,300 | MUR 6,526,348 (₹1,27,26,378) |
Rates as of October 2026. Build your own list in the kitchen setup estimator.
How we deliver a centralised kitchen project
- Survey and brief — menu, meals per day, space and utilities (video survey for overseas sites).
- Layout and equipment schedule — 2D layout, gas, water, drain and power points.
- Fabrication — SS 304 at our Navi Mumbai factory, with inspection before dispatch.
- Shipping and clearance — crated and shipped to Port Louis, documents for customs.
- Handover and service — staff training, warranty and AMC.
Compliance in Mauritius
Kitchens in Port Louis are checked against MSB, Ministry of Health. Supply is 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz and kitchens commonly run on LPG. We build hoods, gas trains and drainage to suit.
Why Fabrrinox Potnis
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
- Own factoryBuilt at our MIDC Pawane, Navi Mumbai plant: you deal with the manufacturer, not a trader.
- SS 304 as standardFood-contact surfaces in SS 304, with SS 316 for coastal, marine and chemical environments.
FAQs: Centralised Kitchen in Port Louis
What equipment does a centralised kitchen need?
A typical centralised kitchen needs steam jacketed kettle, tilting bratt pan, rice steam cooking cabinet, blast chiller, walk-in cold room and automatic roti machine, plus SS work tables, sinks and racking. The exact list depends on menu and meals per day; we prepare it with the layout.
How much does it cost to set up a centralised kitchen in Port Louis?
Our estimate for a small setup is about MUR 1,705,910, medium about MUR 3,331,688 and large about MUR 6,526,348, landed with freight, duty and taxes. Civil, electrical and HVAC works are extra.
How long does the project take?
Design 1–2 weeks, fabrication 4–6 weeks, sea transit 10–14 days to Port Louis, then clearance and installation.
Do you provide the kitchen layout and drawings?
Yes. For complete kitchens we provide a 2D layout, equipment schedule, and gas, water, drain and power points at no charge once the order is confirmed.
Which approvals should the kitchen meet in Mauritius?
Plan for MSB, Ministry of Health. We design to these and share technical sheets your consultant needs.
Can you work with our architect or consultant?
Yes. We work from consultant drawings, submit shop drawings for approval and coordinate with MEP contractors on site.