Commercial Fryers Buying Guide

Choosing the right commercial fryer is an important decision when equipping a professional kitchen. Our range of commercial fryers includes gas and electric models, with countertop and freestanding options suitable for restaurants, cafés, pubs, takeaways, mobile caterers and other professional kitchens.

Whether you need a compact fryer for occasional use or a high-capacity model for continuous service, Infernus offers gas fryers, electric fryers, single tank fryers and twin tank fryers in a range of sizes and capacities.

Key Features

✔ Gas & Electric Models Available

✔ Countertop & Freestanding Designs

✔ Single & Twin Tank Configurations

✔ Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Construction

✔ Thermostatic Temperature Control

✔ Professional Commercial Performance

✔ Suitable for Restaurants, Cafés & Takeaways

✔ Fast UK Delivery on Stocked Models

Gas or Electric?

This is usually the first question customers ask.

Choose a Gas Fryer if:

• You have a mains gas supply or use LPG.
• You operate a busy takeaway or restaurant.
• Fast heat recovery is important.
• You cook continuously throughout the day.

Gas fryers are popular in high-volume commercial kitchens due to their rapid heat-up times and excellent recovery during busy service.

? Browse our Commercial Gas Fryers for LPG and Natural Gas models.

Choose an Electric Fryer if:

• Your premises don’t have a gas supply.
• You want straightforward installation.
• Precise temperature control is important.
• You operate a café, school or smaller commercial kitchen.

Electric fryers offer excellent performance and are widely used where gas installation isn’t practical.

? Browse our Commercial Electric Fryers for countertop and freestanding options.

Countertop or Freestanding?

Countertop Fryers

Perfect for:

• Cafés
• Snack bars
• Mobile catering
• Food kiosks
• Smaller commercial kitchens

Compact and space-efficient while still delivering professional frying performance.

Freestanding Fryers

Recommended for:

• Busy restaurants
• Pubs
• Hotels
• Fish & chip shops
• High-volume takeaways

Offering larger oil capacities and increased output, freestanding fryers are designed for demanding commercial environments.

Single or Twin Tank?

Single Tank

Ideal for businesses cooking one primary product.

Benefits include:

• Simpler operation
• Larger single cooking area
• Cost-effective solution

Twin Tank

Twin tank fryers provide greater flexibility by allowing different foods to be cooked separately.

Advantages include:

• Separate cooking zones
• Reduced flavour transfer
• Greater menu flexibility
• Easier cleaning and maintenance

Which Commercial Fryer Is Right for Your Business?

Common Uses

Commercial fryers are ideal for cooking:

• Chips
• Fish
• Chicken
• Onion rings
• Mozzarella sticks
• Halloumi
• Spring rolls
• Tempura vegetables
• Calamari
• Seafood
• Churros
• Doughnuts

Why Buy From Infernus?

When you choose Infernus, you’re buying equipment designed specifically for commercial catering environments.

Benefits include:

✔ Heavy-duty commercial construction

✔ Gas and electric models available

✔ Countertop and freestanding options

✔ Competitive trade pricing

✔ Fast UK delivery

✔ Spare parts availability

✔ Technical product support

✔ Commercial warranty

Our experienced team can help you choose the right fryer for your business, whether you’re opening a new kitchen or upgrading existing equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I choose a gas or electric fryer?

Gas fryers are a popular choice for busy commercial kitchens and are available in a range of capacities for different levels of food production. Electric fryers offer excellent performance and are widely used where gas installation isn’t practical. The best option depends on your kitchen and utilities.

What is the difference between countertop and freestanding fryers?

Countertop models are compact and ideal for smaller kitchens, while freestanding fryers provide larger oil capacities and are designed for higher-volume cooking.

Is a twin tank fryer worth it?

If you regularly cook different foods, a twin tank fryer offers greater flexibility, helps reduce flavour transfer and allows one tank to remain in use while the other is cleaned.

Can commercial fryers be used in food trucks?

Yes. LPG gas fryers and some compact electric fryers are popular choices for mobile catering, depending on the available utilities and power supply.

How often should fryer oil be changed?

The frequency depends on the type of food being cooked and usage levels. Regular filtering and maintenance help extend oil life and maintain food quality.

Choosing the Right Fryer Capacity

The correct fryer capacity depends on the amount of food you expect to cook during your busiest service periods. Smaller countertop fryers can be suitable where space is limited or frying demand is relatively low, while larger freestanding fryers provide greater oil capacity for busier commercial kitchens.

When comparing commercial fryers, consider the oil capacity, basket capacity, available kitchen space and expected cooking volume, rather than choosing on tank size alone.

For businesses with varied menus or periods of particularly high demand, a twin tank fryer can also provide additional flexibility.

Do you stock spare parts?

Yes. We stock a growing range of commercial fryer spare parts for compatible Infernus models, including replacement heating elements, thermostats, switches, gas components and other fryer parts. Visit our Fryer Spares category or contact us with your fryer model number if you’re unsure which part you require.

What warranty is included?

Our commercial fryers are supplied with a 12-month parts warranty for commercial use.

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