Buying New or Used restaurant equipment can be overwhelming. Get the right fit, the right way—without the headache or guesswork.

Step 1️⃣: Book Your Free Consultation

No guesswork—just expert advice. Let’s dive into your space, goals, and budget to ensure you get exactly what you want.

Whether you're starting, expanding, or buying pre-owned, we provide expert kitchen equipment with great prices and reliable service to save you time and money.

Step 2️⃣: Get a Custom Equipment Plan

Forget generic recommendations. We’ll handpick the best new or pre-owned equipment for your kitchen based on:

✅ Your Budget – Find the right balance of affordability and quality.
✅ Efficiency – Ensure your layout and equipment help you work faster.
✅ Durability – Only reliable, commercial-grade equipment.
✅ Your Menu & Needs – Equipment tailored to what you actually cook.

Step 3️⃣: Launch with Confidence

No delays. No costly mistakes. Your kitchen will be fully equipped and ready to run smoothly, so you can focus on what matters—serving great food & growing your business.

📍 Chicago-Based, Hands-On Help: Unlike online retailers, we’ll be here every step of the way.

From downtown Chicago to the suburbs, we’ve equipped over a 1,000 restaurants, bars/nightclubs, hotels, and more!

See How We’ve Helped Restaurants Like Yours Succeed

Our Company EME Restaurant Equipment Offers:

Personalized Service + Hands-On 🤝 Expertise:

✅ 40+ years of experience, backed by three generations in the business.

✅ You can meet directly with trusted local experts.

✅ Tailored equipment recommendations based on your specific restaurant needs.

✅ Will come out to your location within 24 hours for in-person consultations, planning, delivery, and installation help.

✅ Guidance for first-time buyers unsure about you need.

Our Competitors:

Self-Service - Buy on your own:

❌ No consultation or guidance means you may buy the wrong items.

❌ Freight damage and returns are costly and time-consuming.

❌ Interactions are limited to automated responses, making it difficult to get tailored advice for your specific needs.

❌ Browse an extensive catalog without personalized assistance.

❌ Sales representatives lack in-depth expertise about restaurant equipment, leading to poor recommendations for you

❌ Little to no insight into how equipment integrates with your operational workflows or kitchen layouts.

Why Risk It?

Buying the wrong equipment can cost you thousands and delay your opening. Don’t leave it to chance—get expert guidance today.

Our Services

At EME Restaurant Equipment we provide expert assistance in creating tailored floor layouts and equipment specifications.

Our skilled engineers utilize AutoCAD design software to collaborate with architects and foodservice operators. By studying your menu and concept, we develop a customized floor plan that meets the unique needs of your operation while staying within your budget.

Our comprehensive service includes:

• Plumbing and electrical rough-in drawings to streamline installations.

• Ventilation specifications to ensure compliance and efficiency.

• Elevation drawings and 3D renderings for detailed visualization and impactful presentations.

We’re here to help you turn your vision into a functional, efficient, and inspiring space.

We carry a wide range of industry-leading brands to help you achieve your goals

"With over 1,000 satisfied customers, we remain committed to delivering top-quality service, personalized 24/7 support, and budget-friendly solutions—just as my grandfather envisioned when he first opened his shop." – Ed Eidenberg, Owner

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