Question 1

What equipment does a fast food restaurant need in Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

The core setup: a commercial deep fryer (gas for high volume, electric for smaller shops), a flat griddle, a countertop grill, a salamander/toaster, a hot holding cabinet, undercounter refrigerators, and an undercounter dishwasher. For burger joints, add a panini press. For shawarma, add a vertical broiler. Budget $10,000–$25,000 depending on menu scope.

Question 2

Gas or electric fryer for a fast food restaurant?

Accepted Answer

Gas fryers heat up faster, recover temperature more quickly between batches, and keep working during power cuts — all critical for high-volume fast food. Electric fryers offer more precise temperature control and are easier to install (no gas line needed). In Lebanon, gas fryers are the standard for serious QSR operations. Electric works well for smaller shops with moderate volumes.

Question 3

How do I choose the right hot holding equipment for fast food?

Accepted Answer

For fast food, you need both a bain-marie (wet heat for sauces and sides) and a hot holding cabinet (dry heat for fried items). The key is keeping food above 63°C without drying it out. Size depends on your menu variety — a burger shop needs less holding capacity than a fried chicken operation. Heat lamps are good for short-term holding (under 15 minutes) at the service counter.

Question 4

What equipment do I need for a shawarma shop in Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

Essentials: a vertical gas broiler (shawarma machine), an electric shawarma knife, a flat griddle for toasting bread, a fryer for fries, a bain-marie for sauces, an undercounter fridge, and a stainless steel prep table. Add a panini press if you serve wraps. The shawarma machine is the centrepiece — choose a size based on your daily meat volume (typically 20–50 kg for neighbourhood shops).

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