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Count on Central to make every moment seamless

Since 1981, we’ve delivered quality commercial foodservice equipment and supplies at exceptional value. Now we have a new look and feel that better reflects the Central experience—with you, the food heroes, at the center of it all. We know you have a lot on your plate. Let us remove obstacles so you can focus on what matters to you.

  • High-touch support
  • A one-stop-shop with tens of thousands of products
  • Proven ideas for leaner operations and 
profitable growth

Why work with Central?

Whether you’re opening your first restaurant or have years of experience, we promise to deliver the personal attention you deserve—on time and on budget.

Move at the 
speed of now

Fridge break down before the weekend rush? With our 99.8% order accuracy rate and same-business-day shipping of in-stock items, you can get what you need when you need it.

Shop our 
one-stop-shop

We have an extensive product selection for the front and back of the house across over 500 brands, including large equipment and smallwares.

We come through 
for you

Our skilled and quick problem solvers are ready to deliver results for you when time and money is tight.

Get peace of mind with 
a tap, chat, or call

Overcome your everyday challenges with access to answers through our website or chat and phone support teams.

Explore private label 
alternatives

Get the right quality products for your goals at the best value while simplifying your purchasing process.

We put you first

“Think customer first” is one of our core values at Central. We go above and beyond for you to make sure all your needs are met.

Here for you, 
from start to finish

Whether ordering smallwares or large food equipment or designing a kitchen program, our customers come to Central for our broad inventory, competitive pricing, and fast, reliable delivery and service.

Customers can find hard-to-find products at exceptional value on centralrestaurant.com. And if customers need additional support, our representatives are available to provide timely expert guidance on a range of issues. As one customer put it, Central representatives “hit deadlines that no one else in the industry does.”

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Over
500
trusted brands
10s of 1000s
of items in stock
Private label alternatives
99.8% order accuracy
Same-business-day shipping of in-stock items

Shop our premier brands at highly competitive price points—available exclusively at Central

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Here for you, wherever you are

Count on us to help you reach your goals.