Commercial Pizza Prep Table Buying Guide

A refrigerated pizza prep table combines cold storage, ingredient organization, and workspace into one piece of equipment. Instead of walking between a separate prep counter and a reach in refrigerator, everything your pizza maker needs is within arm's reach. The base holds dough, cheese, and bulk ingredients at 32°F to 40°F, while the raised top rail keeps portioned toppings chilled and ready to grab.

What Makes a Good Pizza Prep Table?

Temperature consistency is the most important factor. The compressor needs to hold steady temps even when doors open constantly during service. All Frigos pizza prep tables use R290 refrigerant and Cyclopentane insulation, which together deliver tight temperature control with low energy draw. A 93 inch unit like the FGV-PZPT-93 only pulls 6.51 kW per 24 hours, which is remarkably efficient for a table that size.

Build material matters because commercial kitchens are hard on equipment. Stainless steel exteriors handle daily cleaning with harsh sanitizers. Interior material varies by tier. The Value Series uses painted aluminum (lighter, more affordable), while the Platinum and Premium lines use full stainless steel interiors for maximum corrosion resistance.

What Size Pizza Prep Table Do I Need?

Pizza prep tables come in three standard widths: 44, 67, and 93 inches. A 44 inch, single door table fits food trucks, sports bars, and small shops running up to 50 pies per shift. The 67 inch, two door model suits mid volume pizzerias and Italian restaurants doing 50 to 150 pies. The 93 inch, three door table is built for high volume operations, commissary kitchens, and pizza restaurants where two people prep side by side.

All three sizes share a 32.25 inch depth and roughly 42 inch working height, so the footprint difference is purely about width. Measure your kitchen line before ordering and leave at least 4 inches on each side for airflow around the compressor.

Frigos vs. Avantco, Turbo Air, and True

The Frigos Value Series starts at $1,502 for the 44 inch model, which is hundreds less than comparable units from Avantco, Turbo Air, or True. All four brands offer stainless steel exteriors, self closing doors, and similar temperature ranges. The key difference is price. Frigos achieves lower pricing through direct distribution and simplified interior finishes without cutting corners on the compressor, insulation, or certifications that actually affect performance.

Every Frigos pizza prep table ships with ETL Electrical, ETL Sanitation, and DOE certification. The warranty covers 2 years of parts and labor plus 5 years on the compressor, which matches or beats what the premium brands offer at nearly double the price.

Delivery and Setup

All pizza prep tables from Kitchen Pro Equipment ship free via freight. Orders placed before 2 PM EST ship the same day. Typical delivery is 3 to 5 business days. Every unit runs on a standard 115V/60Hz outlet with a NEMA 5-15P plug, so there is no special electrical work required. Roll it into position, plug it in, and give it 24 hours to reach operating temperature before loading ingredients.

Questions? Call Our Equipment Specialists

Not sure which size or tier fits your operation? Our team has helped thousands of restaurants, pizzerias, and food service operations find the right prep table. Call 1-800-603-0033 Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM EST, or use the live chat on any page.