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Kitchen Supply Store Near Me: Commercial Kitchen Supply in Burnaby
If you are searching for kitchen supply near me in Metro Vancouver, Babak Food Equipment is at 7190 Randolph Ave in Burnaby, BC, with a showroom where you can see commercial kitchen equipment and supplies in person. We serve restaurants, cafes, bakeries, caterers and food businesses, and our team can help you plan a whole kitchen or replace a single piece.
This guide explains what to look for in a kitchen store close to you, what we stock, how a showroom visit works, and how to get a quote. You can also browse online first: start with kitchen supplies or the full smallware range.
Kitchen supply near me: what to look for in a store
Searching for a kitchen store near me turns up a mix of home cookware shops, big-box chains and commercial suppliers. A professional kitchen needs more than a stand mixer and a knife set, so check these points before you drive across town.
- Commercial range: look for a store that sells equipment built for daily restaurant use, from ovens and fryers to refrigeration and dishwashers, plus the smallwares to go with them.
- Showroom: seeing a unit in person lets you check size, finish and controls before you commit.
- Advice: staff who understand kitchen layout, power and gas needs, and local rules save you time and mistakes.
- Quotes: equipment pricing depends on brand, size and spec, so a good supplier gives you a clear written quote.
- Local support: a nearby supplier is easier to reach when you have a question after the sale.
Our local team lives in the same market as our customers, so we know the codes and conditions kitchens in the Lower Mainland deal with.
What you can find at our Burnaby showroom
Babak Food Equipment carries the main categories a new or growing kitchen needs. Browse these online or ask about them in person.
- Cooking equipment: ranges, fryers, griddles, charbroilers and more.
- Commercial ovens: convection, deck, combi, conveyor and pizza ovens. We are an authorized dealer for UNOX and RATIONAL.
- Commercial refrigeration: reach-ins, undercounter units, prep tables, freezers and ice machines.
- Commercial dishwashers and sinks for the dish room.
- Food preparation: mixers, slicers, processors and meat prep tools.
- Tables and storage: stainless work tables, shelving, racks and carts.
- Cookware, kitchen utensils and food pans, all within the smallware range.
Our team can walk you through the models in each category and explain the differences. Pricing, availability, delivery and installation are confirmed at the time of purchase.
Kitchen equipment close to me: new or certified pre-owned
Not every kitchen starts with all-new equipment. Babak also offers used restaurant equipment, and our own pre-owned stock is certified pre-owned. That mix helps a new restaurant stretch its budget, with new machines where reliability matters most and pre-owned pieces for the rest. If you are comparing, our guide to used kitchen equipment explains what to ask.
Kitchen stores close to me: how to compare your options
When you list the kitchen stores close to you, sort them by what you actually need to buy.
Home cookware stores
Fine for a home cook or a small side project, but they usually do not stock commercial ranges, refrigeration or large ovens, and the products are not built for all-day restaurant use.
Big-box and online retailers
They can be convenient for basic smallwares, but you often have no one to talk to about gas connections, voltage or layout, and you cannot see the equipment first.
Commercial equipment dealers
This is where a showroom and a knowledgeable team pay off. A dealer can match equipment to your menu, space and utilities, and help with the paperwork that comes with a new kitchen. If you want to understand the local market first, see our guides to a kitchen supply store in Vancouver and restaurant supply in Vancouver.
Starting a food business in BC? Plan the kitchen before you buy
Before you open a food premises in BC, your health authority reviews your plans. Under the Food Premises Regulation, construction or alteration needs approved plans and specifications, and you need a permit to operate. Fraser Health asks operators to submit plans for new or altered premises and get written approval before construction, and also to submit a food safety plan and sanitation plan before opening. Vancouver Coastal Health and other authorities have their own processes, so contact yours early. FOODSAFE Level 1, or an equivalent, is required for the operator and for an employee on site when the operator is absent.
Our team can help you plan equipment for the review, from sinks and refrigeration to cooking lines. Gas appliances need a licensed gas fitter working under a permit through Technical Safety BC or your municipality, so factor that into your schedule. For wider reading, see our restaurant equipment near me guide.
Questions to ask any kitchen supply store
Whichever store you choose, a few questions separate a real equipment partner from a catalog. Ask whether the staff can explain the difference between two similar models, and whether they can tell you the power, gas and water connections each one needs. Ask how they handle questions after the sale, and whether they can help you prepare the equipment list your health authority wants to see in a plan review. Ask for a written quote that names the exact model numbers, so you can compare like with like. Finally, ask about the full package: a good supplier looks at the whole line, from refrigeration to the dish room, so nothing in your kitchen is chosen in isolation.
Packaging and other supplies
Kitchens need more than cooking equipment. We also carry food packaging equipment such as vacuum packaging machines, as well as parts and accessories for restaurant equipment. If you are looking for ingredients or food products rather than equipment, we are an equipment supplier, not a food distributor, so you will want a separate food supplier for those.
Visiting the showroom
You will find us at 7190 Randolph Ave, Burnaby, BC V5J 4W6, and you can call (604) 566-9747 before you visit. Showroom hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. To make the visit count, bring your menu, a rough floor plan with measurements, and notes on your gas, electrical and water connections. If you have already seen a product online, bring the model name or link.
Wondering how others rate us? Search for Babak Food Equipment on Google Maps to read customer reviews before you visit.
Quick guide: what to buy where
| You need | Where to look | Start with |
|---|---|---|
| Full restaurant fit-out | Commercial equipment dealer with showroom | Cooking equipment, refrigeration, dish room |
| Replacement for one machine | Dealer or parts supplier | Parts and accessories, or the matching category |
| Smallwares and cookware | Kitchen supplies and smallware categories | Cookware, utensils, food pans |
| Budget-conscious start-up | New plus certified pre-owned | Used restaurant equipment |
| Packaging and storage | Food packaging and tables and storage | Vacuum packaging, shelving |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the nearest kitchen supply store in Burnaby?
Babak Food Equipment is at 7190 Randolph Ave, Burnaby, BC V5J 4W6. Call (604) 566-9747 or visit the showroom Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Do you sell to restaurants only?
We focus on commercial kitchens, including restaurants, cafes, bakeries and caterers. If you have a home or small-business project, call the team and ask about the right equipment.
Can I order kitchen supplies online?
You can browse our full range online and request a quote. Our team confirms pricing, availability, delivery and installation at the time of purchase.
Do you sell used kitchen equipment?
Yes. Our used restaurant equipment category includes certified pre-owned items, and the team can explain each piece when you visit.
Do you serve areas outside Burnaby?
We work with kitchens across Metro Vancouver and elsewhere in BC. Contact the team with your location and project, and they will confirm what is possible.
How do I get a quote?
Send a request through the website, call (604) 566-9747, or bring your list to the showroom. A short list of models or a floor plan helps us respond faster.
Ready to see it in person? Browse our kitchen supplies and cooking equipment, visit the Burnaby showroom at 7190 Randolph Ave, or request a quote and our team will help you equip your kitchen. Pricing, availability, delivery and installation are confirmed at the time of purchase.