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In modern food-service operations, keeping ingredients fresh and safe is essential. For this reason, many restaurants choose to upgrade their storage system by installing a dual-temperature cold room—one chamber for chilling and another for freezing.
1. What Is a Dual-Temperature Cold Room?
A dual-temperature cold room combines:
- Chilling section: 0°C to +10°C
- Freezing section: −18°C and below
This setup allows restaurants to store vegetables, dairy, beverages, and fresh ingredients while also keeping frozen meats, seafood, and long-term food stocks in one compact structure.
2. Restaurant Dual-Temperature Cold Room Cost (By Size)
Pricing varies by insulation thickness, compressor brand, layout, and power configuration. Below is the typical investment range:
▪ 10 m² Dual-Temperature Cold Room
- Cost: USD 7,000–8,500
- Storage Capacity:
- Chilled foods: 2–3 tons
- Frozen foods: 1–1.5 tons
Ideal for small restaurants or fast-food shops.
▪ 20 m² Dual-Temperature Cold Room
- Cost: USD 9,500–11,500
- Storage Capacity:
- Chilled foods: 4–5 tons
- Frozen foods: 2–3 tons
Suitable for medium-size restaurants.
▪ 30 m² Dual-Temperature Cold Room
- Cost: USD 14,000–17,000
- Storage Capacity:
- Chilled foods: 7–8 tons
- Frozen foods: 3–4 tons
Common for large restaurants and boutique hotels.
▪ 50 m² and Above
- Cost: USD 18,000–22,000
- Storage Capacity:
- Chilled foods: 12–14 tons
- Frozen foods: 6–8 tons
Often used in central kitchens, cafeterias, and large chains.
(Capacity estimate based on industry averages:
Chilled foods ≈ 0.25–0.30 tons/m³; Frozen foods ≈ 0.40–0.50 tons/m³.)
3. Investment & ROI Example
A restaurant operator in Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur) installed a 25 m² dual-temperature cold room, including a +5°C chilling area and −18°C freezing area.
✔ Investment: Around USD 10,800
✔ Storage Capacity: 6–7 tons total (chilled + frozen)
✔ Energy Consumption: Around 18–25 kWh per m² per day
✔ Payback Period: 10–16 months, mainly due to reduced food loss and bulk purchasing advantages