Equipment for a corporate cafeteria
| Equipment | Standard model | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Live Cooking Counter | 6 ft show counter with induction or gas hob | ₹98,000 |
| Bain Marie | 4 well GN 1/1, wet or dry heat | ₹50,500 |
| Salad Bar | 6 GN 1/3 chilled, sneeze guard | ₹1,12,000 |
| Coffee Counter | 6 ft with knock box, grinder shelf | ₹84,000 |
| Cafeteria Tray Line | Tray slide, cutlery dispensers | ₹77,000 |
| Hood-type Dishwasher | 60 racks/hour, 85 °C final rinse | ₹3,64,000 |
Landed setup cost in Colombo
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 | ₹9,72,400 | LKR 4,975,521 (₹14,42,901) |
| Medium — 100 to 500 meals a day / 80–120 covers | ₹19,44,800 | LKR 9,492,541 (₹27,52,837) |
| Large — 500 to 2,000 meals a day | ₹38,18,400 | LKR 18,313,179 (₹53,10,822) |
Rates as of October 2026. Build your own list in the kitchen setup estimator.
How we deliver a corporate cafeteria 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 Colombo, documents for customs.
- Handover and service — staff training, warranty and AMC.
Compliance in Sri Lanka
Kitchens in Colombo are checked against SLSI. 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
- 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.
- 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.
FAQs: Corporate Cafeteria in Colombo
What equipment does a corporate cafeteria need?
A typical corporate cafeteria needs live cooking counter, bain marie, salad bar, coffee counter, cafeteria tray line and hood-type dishwasher, 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 corporate cafeteria in Colombo?
Our estimate for a small setup is about LKR 4,975,521, medium about LKR 9,492,541 and large about LKR 18,313,179, 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 3–5 days to Colombo, 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 Sri Lanka?
Plan for SLSI. 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.