Industrial Kitchens in London

London boasts commercial kitchens, restaurant kitchens and kitchen studios equipped with state-of-the-art appliances, expansive spaces, and a range of amenities tailored to meet the needs of food professionals and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're planning to launch a new food product, capture stunning visuals for your food blog, or host a culinary event, renting an industrial kitchen offers many benefits.

Professional kitchens are designed for efficiency and functionality, providing a realistic and professional backdrop for food-related shoots. Industrial kitchens are also equipped with professional grade appliances and tools, ensuring that you have access to everything you need for your shoot. This includes large ovens, industrial-sized mixers, and other specialised equipment that may not be readily available in a standard kitchen.

Industrial kitchens typically have more space than a regular kitchen, allowing the crew to move equipment around, plus the extra space can be especially beneficial for video shoots where multiple angles and setups may be required. Another factor to consider is whether your shoot involves cooking or preparing food for commercial purposes, in this case using a licensed industrial kitchen will help you comply with health and safety regulations. 

Temperature control is another important aspect when dealing with food, and commercial kitchens equipped with adequate heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems to store and prepare food at safe temperatures, as well as ensure fodd stays looking fresh throughout the shoot.

Some industrial kitchens may have on-site professionals who can assist with food preparation and other aspects of the shoot. This can be valuable if you need expertise in culinary techniques or if you want to showcase specific cooking processes.

Checklist for renting an industrial kitchen:

Define your needs:

Determine the purpose of renting the commercial kitchen (photo shoot, video shoot, food preparation, etc.) so you can understand exactly what you need from the space.

Establish your budget:

Establish how long you will need to rent a kitchen and then establish a budget. Kitchen hire fees can be charged by the hour, half-day or full-day. Make sure to find out whether there are additional costs such as cleaning fees and equipment usage fees.

Choose a location:

Tutti has kitchens available for hire across north, south, east and west London, giving you the freedom to choose a convenient location that suits your needs and is accessible to your team and suppliers.

Size and layout:

Ensure the kitchen has enough space for your team and equipment and verify that the layout accommodates your shoot requirements. As well as viewing photos online you may be able to arrange a tour of the kitchen space with the hosts. You can message hosts directly via the Tutti listing page.

Equipment and facilities:

List the specific equipment you need (ovens, stovetops, mixers, etc.) and check the availability of any specialised equipment required for your project. The host should be able to provide you with the list of equipment included.