The Best Outdoor Commercial Cooking Equipment for Midwest Foodservice

Expanding a foodservice operation to include outdoor cooking opens up new opportunities for efficiency, menu variety, and customer engagement. Restaurants, breweries, and catering businesses in the Midwest can maximize their space while serving fresh, high-quality meals straight off the grill. Whether it’s a versatile flat-top grill or a high-powered model designed for volume cooking, the right equipment makes all the difference.

How Outdoor Cooking Adds Value to Foodservice

Outdoor commercial cooking enhances the guest experience while increasing service capacity. It allows operators to manage peak seasons more efficiently, keep kitchens cooler, and streamline production.

Restaurants, breweries, and catering operations can expand their menus with interactive cooking stations, creating a dynamic and engaging dining experience. Choosing the right outdoor equipment ensures smooth operations during warmer months while meeting customer demand.

Evo Chef Action Stations Deliver Versatility for Outdoor Kitchens

Created for outdoor kitchen concepts, Evo Chef Action Stations allow chefs to prepare meals in front of customers, adding an interactive element to the dining experience.

With a circular, non-stick cooking service that provides even heat distribution and portability, the Centric 20E, Professional Wheeled Cart, and Professional Tabletop are a top choice for operators and chefs wanting to provide cooking theater outdoors. Their design supports grilling, sautéing, and teppanyaki-style cooking, reducing the need to have multiple pieces of cooking equipment.

Ventless and able to be used on patios, catering locations, and food trucks, the Evo Chef Action Stations maximize both space and menu versatility.

MagiCater Outdoor Grills Bring High-Volume Performance

MagiKitch’n’s MagiCater outdoor grills provide high-output grilling for restaurants, stadiums, and large catered events. Engineered for durability and performance, they generate the intense heat needed to sear meats, lock in juices, and achieve the perfect caramelization on everything from steaks and burgers to vegetables and seafood. High heat not only speeds up cooking times but also enhances flavor and texture, creating the ideal balance of crisp exteriors and tender interiors.

Available in natural gas and propane models, MagiCater grills offer flexibility to match different cooking stylesby providing precise temperature control, making them ideal for fast-paced service and consistent results. Designed for demanding foodservice environments, MagiCater grills from MagiKitch'n deliver reliability and efficiency, helping operators handle high-volume service without compromising quality.

Selecting the Right Outdoor Cooking Equipment

Choosing an outdoor grill depends on an operator’s service needs, menu variety, and space considerations. Evo's flat-top grills support diverse cooking techniques while allowing customers to have interactive service. Gas and propane grills excel in high-volume operations where efficiency and searing power are priorities. Either way, customers will be provided with an outdoor cooking experience that enhances any event or location.

For Midwest foodservice operators looking to upgrade their outdoor cooking capabilities, investing in the right equipment ensures a seamless workflow and an elevated guest experience. By matching equipment to operational needs, businesses can make outdoor dining a profitable and engaging part of their service.

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