Used Restaurant Equipment Market Report 2026

The used restaurant equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.75 billion in 2025 to $7.24 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to high initial cost of new restaurant equipment, growth of small and independent restaurants, frequent restaurant closures and ownership changes, availability of surplus equipment from hotels, rising demand for quick kitchen setup.

The used restaurant equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.56 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of cloud kitchens and food startups, increasing focus on sustainability and reuse, growth of digital resale platforms, rising cost pressures on foodservice operators, increasing acceptance of refurbished equipment. Major trends in the forecast period include rising preference for cost effective kitchen solutions, growing demand for refurbished premium equipment, increasing adoption of online used equipment marketplaces, expansion of circular economy practices in foodservice, higher focus on quality inspection and certification.

The growth of the used restaurant equipment market is expected to be driven by the increasing number of food establishments. This rise is fueled by growing consumer demand for diverse dining options and convenience. Used restaurant equipment offers a cost-effective way for food establishments to obtain the necessary tools and appliances without substantial capital investment. For example, in July 2024, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the number of food services and drinking place establishments in the US reached 711,159 in the fourth quarter of 2023, up from 695,817 in the first quarter of 2023. This growing number of food establishments is boosting the used restaurant equipment market.

Key players in the used restaurant equipment market are focusing on creating innovative products, such as eco-friendly deep freezers that reduce energy usage and lessen their environmental impact. Eco-friendly deep freezers are refrigeration units designed to reduce their environmental footprint by utilizing energy-efficient technology and environmentally friendly refrigerants, which helps lower energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. For example, in March 2024, Blue Star Limited, an India-based home appliance company, introduced a new range of energy-efficient and eco-friendly deep freezers. These new freezers from Blue Star Limited, with capacities ranging from 60 to 600 liters, feature advanced cooling and consistent temperature control with Quadracool technology. Built to perform in high ambient temperatures of up to 47°C, these freezers are suitable for use in various industries, including dairy, frozen foods, and hospitality.

In April 2024, Joe Warren & Sons Co. Inc., a US-based food equipment service company, acquired Able Restaurant Equipment Service Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Joe Warren & Sons to enhance its service offerings in New Hampshire by integrating refrigeration services from Able’s existing portfolio. It also helps Joe Warren & Sons expand and strengthen its market presence in the state. Able Restaurant Equipment Service Inc., based in the US, specializes in the sales, service, and maintenance of restaurant equipment.

Major companies operating in the used restaurant equipment market are ACityDiscount Restaurant Equipment, Federal Hospitality Equipment, Rose’s Equipment & Supply, Lauro Restaurant Equipment, Jeans Restaurant Supply, Gillette Restaurant Equipment, The Kitchen Spot, Kitchen Guys, City Restaurant Supply, Aimco Equipment Company, Limited Liability Company, Southeast Restaurant Equipment, iFoodEquipment.ca, Texas Restaurant Supply, Alternative Sales Corporation, DFW Restaurant Equipment, Mission Restaurant Supply (Used Equipment Division), Chicago Used Restaurant Equipment, EquipNet (Foodservice Equipment Division), Bargain Restaurant Equipment, American Used Restaurant Equipment, TriMark Economy Restaurant Fixtures (Used Division), Heritage Restaurant Equipment.

North America was the largest region in the used restaurant equipment market in 2025. The regions covered in the used restaurant equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the used restaurant equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The used restaurant equipment market consists of sales of bakery equipment, commercial dishwashers, bar and beverage equipment, ice machines, furniture, and fixtures. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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