Contact Our Restaurant Ice Specialists

Get expert recommendations on the best ice machine solutions for your restaurant, cafe, or dining establishment

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Our Restaurant Industry Specialists

Call Us Directly

Speak with a restaurant specialist who understands your unique food service ice needs:

Phone: 888-280-3117

Email Our Team

Send your questions or requirements to our dedicated restaurant solutions team:

Email: restaurants@leaseicemachine.com

Business Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST

Sunday: Closed

What to Expect

After contacting us, a restaurant industry specialist will:

  • Respond within 24 hours (business days)
  • Discuss your restaurant's specific ice production needs
  • Consider your service style and customer volume
  • Recommend appropriate equipment models for each service area
  • Provide a customized quote
  • Schedule an on-site assessment if needed

Popular Ice Machine Models for Restaurants

Manitowoc Indigo NXT Series

Ideal for: General restaurant use, kitchen operations

Production Capacity: 310-1,800+ lbs per day

Ice Type: Full dice cubes, half dice cubes

Features: Self-monitoring capabilities, programmable ice production, LuminIce® II growth inhibitor available

Hoshizaki KM Edge Series

Ideal for: Bar service, premium beverages

Production Capacity: 285-1,500+ lbs per day

Ice Type: Crescent cubes (clear, hard, slow-melting)

Features: Advanced CleanCycle24 system, EverCheck™ alert indicators, stainless steel evaporator

Ice-O-Matic GEM Series

Ideal for: Soft drinks, smoothie stations

Production Capacity: 65-400 lbs per day

Ice Type: Pearl ice (soft, chewable nuggets)

Features: Compact design, quiet operation, excellent for self-serve beverage stations

Scotsman Prodigy Plus® Flake

Ideal for: Seafood displays, salad bars, buffets

Production Capacity: 400-2,000+ lbs per day

Ice Type: Flake ice (soft, moldable, rapid cooling)

Features: AutoAlert indicator lights, WaterSense adaptive technology

Specialized Solutions for Different Restaurant Types

Fine Dining Establishments

Key needs: Premium ice quality, aesthetic presentation, quiet operation

Recommended equipment: Hoshizaki KM-901MWH for crystal-clear crescent cubes

Special considerations: Enhanced water filtration, specialized ice for craft cocktails, elegant dispensing solutions

Fast-Casual & Quick Service

Key needs: High volume, self-service convenience, beverage station integration

Recommended equipment: Ice-O-Matic GEM0650A for pearl ice in beverage stations

Special considerations: Peak hour capacity, rapid service needs, easy customer access

Full-Service Restaurants & Bars

Key needs: Multiple ice types, bar service support, kitchen operations

Recommended equipment: Manitowoc ID-0522A for general use, specialized bar equipment

Special considerations: Distributed access points, diverse ice needs throughout operation

Buffets & Food Display Operations

Key needs: Food-grade flake ice, high volume production, display aesthetics

Recommended equipment: Scotsman F1222 flake ice machines for food presentation

Special considerations: Food safety standards, presentation quality, capacity for displays