Equip a Whole Restaurant from One Brand: A Lacor Fit-Out Checklist
Opening a restaurant means buying hundreds of items. Pots, knives, containers, plates, shelves, buffet units and more. Many owners buy these from different suppliers. The result is often mixed quality, too many invoices and products that don’t fit together.
There is a simpler way. You can source most of your kitchen and dining room from one trusted professional brand.
In this post, we look at how to equip a full restaurant with Lacor restaurant equipment in the UAE. We’ll go station by station, so you can use this as a practical checklist for a new opening or a refit. If you’re sourcing several categories at once, explore restaurant kitchen supplies in the UAE to see how cookware, preparation tools, tableware, buffetware and other essentials can fit into one procurement plan.
Who is Lacor?
Lacor is a Spanish kitchenware brand. It started in 1949 in Bergara, in the north of Spain. Today it calls itself “Brand of the Stars” because so many professional chefs use its products.
A few quick facts:
- Over 75 years of experience making kitchenware
- Factories in Spain
- More than 3,200 distributors around the world
- Products sold on 5 continents
- A wide range for both professional kitchens and homes
Lacor is known for strong materials, practical design and products built for daily use in busy kitchens.
Advantages of Buying from a Single Brand?
Buying most of your equipment from one brand can simplify product selection, reordering and compatibility checks. It is also worth considering how you will manage procurement across different product categories. Our guide to single-vendor versus multiple-supplier procurement for hospitality businesses explains the trade-offs involved in sourcing from one supplier or coordinating several specialists.
- Same quality everywhere: Every station in your kitchen works to the same standard. You won’t have one great pan and three weak ones.
- Products that fit together: Lacor’s Gastronorm (GN) containers fit its chafing dishes, display cases and shelving. Lids match across ranges. This saves time and money.
- Easier buying: Fewer suppliers means fewer invoices, simpler reordering and one point of contact.
- A matching look: Your tableware and menu covers can share the same style, so your restaurant looks put together.
Now, let’s go through the checklist.
The Lacor Restaurant Checklist
1. Hot Kitchen: Cookware
This is the heart of your kitchen. Your cookware needs to suit the menu, cooking methods, expected service volume and cleaning routine. Before placing an order, review our guide to choosing commercial cookware before opening a restaurant for help comparing materials, pan types and the practical requirements of a busy kitchen. Then select the Lacor cookware that fits your actual cooking stations.
What you need:
- Stockpots, casseroles and saucepans in 18/10 stainless steel
- Pure aluminium cookware for fast heating and high volume
- Pressure cookers for stocks, pulses and meats
- Frying pans: stainless steel, non-stick, iron and cast aluminium
- Woks
- Paella pans and roasting pans
- Oven trays and grill plates
Why Lacor works here:
Many Lacor pots have a thick “sandwich” base that spreads heat evenly. Most ranges work on all hobs, including induction. Many of the non-stick pans use reinforced coatings that are free from PFOA.
Tip: If your kitchen uses induction, check that every pot and pan is induction-ready before you order.
“All the chefs that I work with really like Lacor Ferrum Series. It works on gas and induction and if you buy from Khaiara Group, you get lifetime warrenty on tha handle and base.” – Akshay Khiara.
2. Prep Station: Utensils and Tools
Good prep tools make your team faster and safer.
What you need:
- Chef knives, plus a knife block and sharpener
- Colour-coded knives and cutting boards
- Ladles, skimmers, spatulas, tongs and whisks
- Strainers, colanders and fine mesh strainers
- Mandolines, graters, peelers and vegetable cutters
- Kitchen scales and probe thermometers
- Measuring jugs and mixing bowls
Why Lacor works here:
Lacor’s Select knife range uses colour-coded handles. Each colour is used for one food type, such as raw meat, fish or vegetables. This helps stop cross-contamination and supports food safety checks.
Tip: Match your knife colours to your cutting board colours. Your team will learn the system quickly.
3. Pastry and Bakery Corner
Cafés and hotels in the UAE take desserts seriously. Your pastry station needs the right tools.
What you need:
- Silicone moulds for cakes, muffins, domes and more
- Metal moulds, cake rings and tart rings
- Piping bags and nozzle sets
- Cream siphons
- Rolling pins, dough cutters and scrapers
- Flour sieves
- Baking mats and cooling racks
- Kitchen blowtorches
- Chocolate moulds and tempering tools
Why Lacor works here:
Lacor offers several silicone mould collections, including Platinum, Pastryflex and Black. Many silicone mats and moulds come in standard sizes that fit professional ovens.
4. Small Electrical Equipment
Electric equipment saves time on repetitive jobs.
What you need:
- Immersion (stick) blenders
- Stand mixers and countertop blenders
- Juicers
- Vacuum sealers
- Sous-vide cookers
- Induction hobs (countertop, built-in and wok)
- Fryers, toasters and salamanders
- Crepe and waffle makers
- Coffee machines, grinders and milk frothers
- Kettles
Why Lacor works here:
The Lacor Brisk and Serie 270/350 stick blenders are built for professional kitchens. The 350 series is made for continuous use and comes with arms long enough for very large pots.
5. Gastronorm Containers and Storage
Good prep tools help your team work efficiently, but the materials and surfaces that come into contact with food also need careful consideration. When choosing knives, utensils, pans and food-storage containers, review our guide to food-grade kitchen equipment in the UAE for practical guidance on product selection and hygiene considerations.
What you need:
- Stainless steel GN containers in all sizes
- Perforated GN inserts and lids
- Polycarbonate, polypropylene or melamine GN containers
- Modular shelving for dry stores and cold rooms
- Insulated boxes for food transport
- Service trolleys and rack trolleys
Which GN container material should you choose?
Material | Best for | Key benefit |
Stainless steel | Hot food, ovens, bain-maries | Strong, long-lasting, heat-safe |
Polycarbonate | Cold storage, display | Clear, so you can see the food |
Polypropylene | Everyday cold storage | Light and budget-friendly |
Melamine | Buffet display | Stylish black or white finish |
Why Lacor works here:
Lacor’s shelving and storage solutions can help organise a professional kitchen, while insulated boxes support the transport of food between locations. When planning a larger foodservice operation, consider the full range of commercial catering equipment in the UAE, including GN pans, food-storage containers, buffetware, serving equipment and preparation supplies.
Tip: Choose your GN sizes first. Then buy containers, shelving and buffet units to match.
6. Front of house: Tableware and Table Service
Your dining room is what guests remember, and small details can make a difference to the overall experience. Plates, serving dishes, cutlery, glassware and buffet presentation should suit the restaurant’s concept and daily service requirements. Read our guide to restaurant tableware and buffetware in the UAE for more guidance on choosing products for restaurants, cafés, hotels and buffet operations.
What you need:
- Serving platters and dishes
- Mini casserole and serving pans for table presentation
- Bread baskets and fruit bowls
- Oil and vinegar sets, salt and pepper mills
- Napkin holders
- Menu covers
- Placemats and trivets
- Table lamps
Why Lacor works here:
Lacor menu covers come in recycled leather, cellulose fibre and faux leather. Many are handmade in Spain. You can add your own logo with embossing, from just 15 units.
Lacor’s Lune table lamps are rechargeable and rated IP65, so they can be used outdoors. They are a good fit for terraces in the cooler months.
Tip: Make sure your chafing dishes take the same GN containers as your kitchen. Food can then go straight from the oven to the buffet.
7. Bar and Drinks
Whether you run a hotel bar or a juice counter, the right tools speed up service.
What you need:
- Cocktail sets, shakers, jiggers and strainers
- Bar mats
- Ice buckets and wine coolers
- Insulated jugs and carafes
- Drink dispensers
- Corkscrews and wine pumps
- Ice machines and ice crushers
Quick Guide: What to Focus on by Restaurant Type
Not every business needs everything. Here is where to start, based on your type of business.
Business type | Focus on first | Also consider |
Café or bakery | Pastry tools, coffee equipment, display cases | Tableware, small electricals |
Casual dining restaurant | Cookware, prep tools, GN storage | Tableware, menu covers |
Fine dining | Premium cookware, precision tools, presentation pieces | Custom menu covers, table lamps |
Hotel or banquet | Buffet equipment, large cookware, storage | Transport boxes, trolleys |
Catering company | Insulated boxes, chafing dishes, GN containers | Trolleys, heat lamps |
Smart Buying Tips
Before you place your order, keep these tips in mind:
- Buy professional-grade from day one. Cheaper household items break sooner. You end up paying more over time.
- Pick your GN sizes early. This keeps containers, shelves and buffet units compatible.
- Plan by volume. Base your quantities on how many guests you serve each day.
- Keep spares. Tongs, ladles and GN lids wear out or go missing quickly.
- Order early. For a new opening, give yourself time in case some items need to be ordered in.
Why buy Lacor from Khiara Stores?
Khiara Stores has been supplying hotels, restaurants, cafés and caterers across the UAE for years. Our customers include some of the region’s best-known hotels and catering companies like TAJ, JW Marriott, Emirates Flight Catering, Moshi, and more.
When you buy Lacor restaurant equipment in the UAE from Khiara Group, you get:
- Physical Showrooms, so you can see Lacor cookware in Dubai and Abu Dhabi stores before you buy
- One-stop sourcing, with Lacor alongside many other trusted brands
- Help from a team that knows HoReCa and can guide your choices
When sourcing Lacor restaurant equipment in the UAE through Khiara Group, you can explore the available product range and speak with the team about your kitchen’s requirements. Browse the Lacor product catalogue to review the catalogue before shortlisting products, and visit a showroom in Dubai or Abu Dhabi if you would like to discuss your requirements in person.
Final Thoughts
Buying commercial kitchen equipment in UAE does not have to mean dealing with dozens of suppliers. With Lacor, you can cover almost every station, from the hot kitchen to the buffet table, with one trusted brand.
The result is a kitchen that works better, a dining room that looks consistent and a buying process that is much simpler.
Ready to plan your fit-out? Visit a Khiara Stores showroom or contact our HoReCa team for a quote on Lacor products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most restaurants need cookware, prep tools, storage containers, shelving, tableware and cleaning equipment. Depending on your menu, you may also need pastry tools, bar equipment, buffet units and small electricals like blenders and induction hobs.
For most restaurants, one main brand is easier because you get the same quality everywhere, products that fit together, and simpler reordering. A one-stop supplier like Khiara Stores lets you build around one brand and add others where needed.
A Lacor checklist covers cookware, prep tools, pastry equipment, small electricals, Gastronorm storage, tableware, buffet units, bar tools and back-of-house items. In short, it covers almost every station from the hot kitchen to the dining table.
The cost depends on your restaurant size, menu, service style and the quality of equipment you choose. For an accurate budget, contact the Khiara Stores HoReCa team with your menu and seating plan for a quote.
Khiara Stores has showrooms in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and serves HoReCa businesses across the UAE. Contact the team to confirm delivery options and timelines for Sharjah and other emirates.
