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[mikeQCBistro]

I'm about a week out from opening my first coffee shop. Nearly everything is in order except for 2 items I can not seem to source.
1. Some sort of ice bin. The PO left a nice ice machine but it's not even in the same room as the blending station. I have room under the counter for...something.

2. I don't know the name of (or how to get) the strainer basket thing that goes in the little utensil fountain well thing next to the espresso machine.

Any help would be much appreciated.

 

[topher]

Not sure about the ice...but are you asking about a dipper well?
https://www.etundra.com/commercial-...-6-inch-round-drop-in-dipperwell-with-faucet/
Good luck and keep us posted on your progress!

 

[PinkRose]

I'm about a week out from opening my first coffee shop. Nearly everything is in order except for 2 items I can not seem to source.
1. Some sort of ice bin. The PO left a nice ice machine but it's not even in the same room as the blending station. I have room under the counter for...something.

Depending on how much ice you'll be using, you can get a large Coleman Ice Chest that's on wheels, and fill it as you need it. It will keep the ice nice for a long time. I think they have a drain plug to drain the water out.

I've worked in Cafes where they've kept a medium size one on top of the counter and the ice was used for the iced drinks and refilled as needed. It was constantly being refilled, but the ice wasn't melting and going to waste.

Rose

 

[Musicphan]

Look for a undercounter ice bin... very common item in a bar. Should work for your need.

 

[PinkRose]

Or..... look for a patio ice chest. They come in all sorts of shapes, heights, and sizes.

 

[mikeQCBistro]

Topher, I think the only thing I hadn't called it was a dipper well. Lol Thank you!

Everyone else, thank you for the ideas. Time to shop.

 

[producerjohn]

Not sure where you're operating, but an Ice chest is not likely NSF rated and may get you a mark on your health code inspection.

 

[slurp]

I'm about a week out from opening my first coffee shop. Nearly everything is in order except for 2 items I can not seem to source.

2. I don't know the name of (or how to get) the strainer basket thing that goes in the little utensil fountain well thing next to the espresso machine.

Any help would be much appreciated.

You looking for this?

Rinsers & Dipperwells - Equipment - Espresso Parts

 

[chast]

webstaurantstore.com has the cheapest prices for a lot of items. check them out and compare pricing along with shipping costs.

 

[caphesachbstar]

Ice bin is common it should be used