Summer spells grilling for lots of people, and the smart
restaurateur is prepared to take advantage of the trend. The grilling season
goes right through into the fall, and if the weather is good in your neck of
the woods, even further. How do you set up for such fun? Well, get the right
outdoor restaurant furniture and a commercial grill and you are moving in the right
direction.

Outdoor Furniture Is Different

You can’t take the tables and chairs you have indoors
outside and hope that they make it through the season. Indoor furniture isn’t
made to withstand the elements. Rain and sun will damage the finish. It can also
lead to rust if your metal fixtures aren’t appropriate. Nope, this is one place
where you will have to get site-specific pieces.

Outdoor furniture may be made of plastic, metal or even
wood, sure, but it has to be designed for the weather. Teak, for example, does
really well outside and only needs some touch up sanding and staining from time
to time. Cast iron furniture must be painted with an enamel based paint to
withstand the elements. Start by investing in the right furniture and you won’t
have to replace it all the time.

Commercial Grills

One of the really nice things about the grilling season is
that you can take the cooking outdoors. Leave the greens and salads inside to
plate just before serving and prep your meats on the patio. You can protect your
grill master with an awning or other shade, but the smell of the meal cooking
will whet appetites and encourage people passing by to stop in for a bite.

Commercial grills offer larger cooking surfaces and better
temperature control. Whether you choose charcoal or gas, many also come with
zoned cooking areas and side burners as well as wheels for easy portability.
This lets you prep everything you need in one spot and gives you the space you
need to keep several things going at once; just like you do inside. Invest in a
food-service grade grill for the best results.

Outdo the Competition

To really get in on the grilling season, you might need to
make some changes to your regular menu. Hit the vegetarian set by including
grilled portabella mushrooms, veggies and even fruit. Fish on the grill is
phenomenal. Of course, don’t neglect the traditional favorites such as burgers,
brats and chicken. There is something magical about those grill marks that make
just about everything taste better.

Need more specifics on how to turn your patio into a
grilling mecca? Your restaurant supplier will not only be able to hook you up
with the right tables and chairs for a season of fun in the sun, they will have
the connections to set you up with the right grill. Make a quick call today and
get your grill on as soon as possible.