A prep table refrigerator keeps ingredients cold in the pans on top and backup stock in the cabinet below, so your line can build orders fast and safely. Babak Food Equipment offers sandwich and salad prep tables, mega top refrigerators and pizza prep tables for restaurants, delis, sub shops, pizzerias, cafés and institutional kitchens across Vancouver and British Columbia – from brands such as Turbo Air, Traulsen, Atosa and Cold Zone.
Types of prep table refrigerators
Sandwich and salad prep tables
Sandwich prep refrigerators have a single row (or two rows) of 1/6 or 1/9 pans under an insulated lid, plus a cutting board along the front. They are the standard refrigerated sandwich prep table for sub, wrap and salad lines.
Mega top refrigerators
Mega top refrigerators add an extra row of pans, holding more ingredients in the same width. They suit busy salad bars, burrito and bowl concepts and menus with many toppings.
Pizza prep tables
Pizza prep refrigerators combine a refrigerated pan rail with a deep, wide cutting board for stretching dough, and usually take 1/3 pans. Many have drawers or doors sized for dough trays below.
How to choose a prep table refrigerator
Width and pan count: common widths run from about 27 to 93 in. Count your toppings and choose a size with a spare pan or two for specials.
Pan size and depth: sandwich tables usually take 1/6 pans, pizza tables 1/3 pans. Deeper pans hold more but take longer to cool.
Cutting board depth: a standard board suits sandwiches and salads; pizza prep tables need a deep board for dough.
Doors or drawers: doors give more storage; drawers put backup ingredients at hand without bending into a cabinet.
Air flow and lid: a well-designed rail keeps the top pans at about 41°F (5°C) or below. Close the lid during slow periods to protect food and save energy.
Location and power: keep the unit away from fryers and charbroilers if you can, allow clearance for the compressor and check that it plugs into a standard 115 V outlet.
Cleaning: stainless steel exteriors, removable gaskets and a dishwasher-safe cutting board make closing duties quicker.
Why buy your prep table from Babak Food Equipment?
With more than 20 years in business and a 4.9★ Google rating from 380+ reviews, our team helps you compare sandwich, mega top and pizza prep tables, plan the pan layout for your menu and check space and power requirements. Delivery and installation options are available across BC – details and costs are discussed when you order. Looking for a lower-cost option? Ask about a used prep table refrigerator or browse all commercial refrigeration.
Prep table refrigerators at a glance
TypeTypical pans on topBest forSandwich / salad prep tableAbout 6–18 × 1/6 pansDelis, sub shops, cafésMega top prep tableAbout 12–30 × 1/6 pansSalad, bowl and burrito linesPizza prep tableAbout 6–12 × 1/3 pansPizzerias and Italian kitchens
Frequently asked questions
What is a prep table refrigerator?
It is a refrigerated cabinet with a rail of food pans on top and a cutting board in front. Staff can assemble sandwiches, salads or pizzas while keeping ingredients cold.
What is the difference between a sandwich prep table and a mega top?
A mega top holds an extra row of pans in the same width, so it stores more ingredients on top. A standard sandwich prep table has a single row and a wider work area.
What size sandwich prep table do I need?
Count the ingredients you keep on the line and add a few spare pans. Small cafés often choose about 27–48 in, while busy delis use 60–72 in or larger.
Should a pizza prep table have doors or drawers?
Doors offer the most storage for dough trays and backup stock, while drawers make it quicker to reach ingredients without bending. Many kitchens mix both.
Do prep tables keep the top pans cold enough?
A good prep table keeps pans at about 41°F (5°C) or below when the unit is sized correctly and the lid is closed between rushes. Avoid overfilling pans above the rail.
Availability, pricing, warranty terms, delivery and installation are confirmed at the time of purchase – request a quote on any model or call our team at (604) 566-9747.