Equipment Supplier in Mass

[beans]

Could anyone recommend an espresso/coffee equipment supplier in either Mass. or southern New England area. I am looking to start a new coffee business and need everything. I would like somone local for service and training.

Any recommendations would be appreciated.

 

[Lisa]

Where are you looking to start your business? Will it be a sit down or a drive thru?

 

[beans]

In the Mansfield, Foxboro, Easton area. I have a mobile coffee shop and plan to cover this area.

 

[dmoney]

your coffee shop

We have a mobile coffee shop in our area and it seems to be working okay... how did it work out for you?

 

[Lisa]

I too am looking to start an espresso business in the New England area ~ New Jersey actually :grin: . I would be interested in good roasters, suppliers, etc. in the nearby area. I've started doing some research on-line, but it is so overwhelming. And who knows who is good or not. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks ~ Lisa

 

[angelo211]

Equipment

I can help you out with the equipment. I have brewers by American Metal Ware and Fetco. LaMarzocco espresso machines and Mazzer grinders. The items have been used by a major coffee chain but are well maintained. They have all been tested and have a warranty.

 

[ElPugDiablo]

beans, try Espresso Plus in Medford, MA, Inter-Continental in Newington, CT, Omar, also in Newington CT, and Tata Expresso (phone company spelled it wrong) in Wethersfield, CT. I have business dealing with Tata only, and would recommand them with no hesitation. If your are looking for used equipment eBay is the best, just factor in shipping cost.

 

[beans]

Dmoney,

Still in the planning stages of the business. Mass. is a very difficult state to do business in. My town does not allow vendors, but does allow ice cream trucks so I am working that angle. Did you buy a truck already equipped or did you design it from scratch?

ElPugDiablo and angelo211,
Thanks for the info.