A delivery-only kitchen doesn't need a restaurant's equipment list. It needs a short list of durable, commercial-grade items that survive 12-hour shifts. Below is the gear most first-time operators actually buy online, grouped by function. Prices are indicative Indian market ranges for 2026 and vary by brand and capacity.
Cooking equipment
- Two-burner commercial gas range — The workhorse of any delivery kitchen — handles curries, gravies and stir-fry at volume. Typical price: ₹8,000 – ₹25,000. Compare online
- High-pressure single burner (bhatti) — Essential for biryani handis and bulk gravy batches. Typical price: ₹2,500 – ₹6,000. Compare online
- Deep fryer (electric, 6–12 L) — Consistent oil temperature means consistent fries, momos and pakoras. Typical price: ₹4,000 – ₹18,000. Compare online
- Commercial tandoor (gas/charcoal) — Non-negotiable for North Indian and Mughlai menus. Typical price: ₹12,000 – ₹40,000. Compare online
- Convection / pizza deck oven — For pizza, bakes and dessert brands; deck ovens hold heat better for volume. Typical price: ₹15,000 – ₹60,000. Compare online
- Heavy-duty mixer grinder (2000 W) — Domestic grinders burn out in weeks at cloud kitchen volumes. Typical price: ₹6,000 – ₹20,000. Compare online
- Wet grinder / batter machine — South Indian and tiffin kitchens save hours of prep daily. Typical price: ₹8,000 – ₹30,000. Compare online
Storage & prep
- Under-counter refrigerator — Keeps prepped mise en place within arm's reach of the line. Typical price: ₹25,000 – ₹60,000. Compare online
- Deep freezer (300–500 L) — Bulk protein and frozen SKU storage; pays for itself in wastage saved. Typical price: ₹18,000 – ₹45,000. Compare online
- Stainless steel work table with undershelf — FSSAI inspectors expect non-porous, easy-to-sanitise prep surfaces. Typical price: ₹5,000 – ₹15,000. Compare online
- SS storage racks — Vertical storage is the only way to survive a 200–400 sq ft kitchen. Typical price: ₹4,000 – ₹12,000. Compare online
- Airtight food-grade containers (set) — Labelled, dated containers are the fastest way to pass an FSSAI audit. Typical price: ₹1,500 – ₹5,000. Compare online
Packaging & delivery
- Leak-proof round food containers (500/750 ml) — The #1 repeat purchase in every cloud kitchen — gravy spills kill ratings. Typical price: ₹3 – ₹8 per unit. Compare online
- Aluminium foil containers with lids — Best for biryani, tandoori and anything served hot. Typical price: ₹4 – ₹10 per unit. Compare online
- Kraft paper food boxes — Premium look for burgers, wraps and dessert brands. Typical price: ₹5 – ₹15 per unit. Compare online
- Tamper-evident stickers & branded labels — Builds trust and cuts refund complaints on aggregators. Typical price: ₹0.5 – ₹2 per unit. Compare online
- Insulated delivery bag — Keeps food above 60 °C during the pickup window. Typical price: ₹800 – ₹3,000. Compare online
Safety & compliance
- Digital kitchen weighing scale (30 kg) — Portion control is where food cost % is won or lost. Typical price: ₹1,200 – ₹4,000. Compare online
- Infrared / probe food thermometer — FSSAI expects temperature logs for hot-holding and cold storage. Typical price: ₹500 – ₹2,000. Compare online
- Chimney / exhaust hood with baffle filter — Required for fire NOC in most municipalities. Typical price: ₹8,000 – ₹35,000. Compare online
- ABC fire extinguisher + fire blanket — Mandatory for licensing and cheap insurance against disaster. Typical price: ₹1,200 – ₹3,500. Compare online
A realistic starter budget
- Lean launch (₹1.5L – ₹2.5L): two-burner range, high-pressure burner, work table, one under-counter fridge, racks, packaging, safety kit.
- Standard launch (₹3L – ₹5L): add a tandoor or fryer, deep freezer, exhaust hood, heavy-duty grinder.
- Multi-brand kitchen (₹6L+): add a deck oven, second cooking line and additional cold storage.
Buying tips that save money
- Buy cooking equipment locally (fabricators quote 20–30% less than online for SS tables and tandoors) and consumables online in bulk.
- Never buy a domestic-grade grinder or fridge for commercial use — the warranty is void the moment it's used in a business.
- Order packaging in 1,000+ unit lots; per-unit cost typically drops 30–40%.
- Second-hand refrigeration is a false economy; compressors are the first thing to fail.
- Keep every invoice — GST input credit on equipment is claimable once you're registered.
Next steps
Pair this list with our cloud kitchen equipment checklist, the full setup cost breakdown and the packaging guide for India. Once you're licensed, add your kitchen so customers can find you.
Note: prices are indicative and independent of any retailer. Cloud Kitchen Adda does not sell equipment and has no commercial tie-up with the marketplaces linked above.
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