Fryers

Professional fryers for horeca kitchens in Brussels and Belgium

At Frigo Horeca, discover a complete selection of professional fryers for restaurants, snack bars, chip shops, brasseries, hotels, canteens, food trucks and collective catering. Our catalogue covers every horeca need: from small 4 L counter fryers for a secondary station up to double 2× 15 L floor-standing fryers for high-volume service. Whether you prepare authentic Belgian fries, doughnuts, nuggets, breaded fish, tempura or fried desserts, you will find the right electric or gas fryer to match your workflow. All our pro fryers are built in food-grade AISI 304 stainless steel, equipped with a cold zone to extend oil life, a ball-valve drain tap for easy oil changes, and compliant with European CE standards.

Electric fryer or gas fryer: which to choose?

The choice between an electric fryer and a gas fryer depends on your installation, production volume and personal preferences. The electric fryer offers very precise thermostatic control (typically 50 °C to 190 °C in 1 °C steps), instant start-up and easy integration: just a 230 V single-phase outlet for small models (4 to 16 L) or a 400 V three-phase supply for higher-power models (20 L and up, up to 18 kW). No gas connection or exhaust hood is required, which simplifies installation in a compact kitchen or a venue without gas permits.

The gas fryer, conversely, offers extremely rapid temperature rise and often lower running costs when gas prices are competitive. It remains the preferred choice for traditional Belgian chip shops and high-volume kitchens. Diamond and DIVERSO gas models feature a pilot light with thermocouple safety, piezoelectric ignition on newer models, and are compatible with both natural gas and LPG (injectors supplied). Count on average 7 kW gas per 8-10 L tank and up to 15 kW per 23 L tank. The FGHR-23/N high-output 23 L gas fryer is one of our most popular references in chip shops.

Oil capacity and number of tanks: properly sizing your fryer

To choose well, think in terms of usable oil capacity and number of independent tanks. An 8 L tank handles 4 to 6 kg of fries per hour, while a 16-23 L tank reaches 12 to 18 kg/h under intensive service. For sustained service, the double-tank fryer (noted 2× XL in our titles) offers a decisive advantage: you can fry two different products simultaneously (fries + nuggets, fries + fish) without mixing oils, with each tank set to its optimal temperature.

Our 1-tank fryers range from 4 L (DIVERSO WR-EF04-S4) to 30 L (DIAMOND F30E/D-N). On the 2-tank side, we offer 2× 6 L, 2× 7 L, 2× 8 L, 2× 10 L, 2× 12 L, 2× 13 L, 2× 14 L and even 2× 15 L on cabinet configurations for the most intensive use. The Diamond F8E/D2 fryer (2× 8 L) remains a very versatile reference for medium-size brasseries and snack bars.

Our ranges: Diamond, ALPHA/OPTIMA/PRO modular ranges and DIVERSO

Frigo Horeca distributes Diamond professional fryers, an Italian brand recognised for the robustness of its horeca equipment, as well as the DIVERSO range, its sub-brand with unbeatable price/quality ratio. The Diamond range includes several series depending on the format and robustness required:

• EF series (compact counter): 4 to 16 L counter fryers, ideal for small spaces and backup stations.
• FSM series (on cabinet): fryers on open or closed cabinet base, 12 to 16 L per tank, solo or double configuration.
• PRO 600 range: 600×600 mm modular counter, with the G60/F8-3T-N (gas 8 L).
• ALPHA 650 range: 700×650 mm modular counter, versatile series including the E65/F10-4T-N (electric 10 L) and the E65/F20-7T-9_9KW-N (electric 2× 10 L, 18 kW).
• OPTIMA 700 range: premium 400/700×700 mm modular with IPX5 sealed top, ideal for island integration. The G7/F2V7A4-N (gas 2× 7 L on cabinet) is a perfect example.
• Silver Diamond: premium selection with reinforced construction and refined finish, such as the F16E/D-N 16 L special doughnuts.

The DIVERSO range offers equivalent fryers at an accessible price, such as the WR-EF20-S2 (electric 2× 10 L) or the WR-GF30-G2 (gas 2× 15 L), in high demand for classic chip shops.

Counter fryer or cabinet / floor-standing fryer?

The counter fryer sits directly on your worktop or on a separate cabinet base. It is ideal for integration in a modular cooking line, in a food truck or to free up floor space. Compact models weigh 5 to 25 kg and move around easily.

The floor-standing cabinet fryer integrates a built-in open or closed storage base directly beneath the tank, providing an autonomous frying station that is ergonomic at standard 850/920 mm working height, with storage space for baskets, oil and cleaning equipment. These models weigh 50-100 kg and are designed to stay put. The G60/F8-3T-N PRO 600 illustrates the compact counter version, while the G7/F2V7A4-N OPTIMA 700 represents the premium cabinet format.

Usage and daily maintenance tips

To extend your fryer's lifespan and guarantee consistent product quality, here are a few simple rules:

• Preheating: bring the oil to 175-180 °C before immersing baskets — this is the ideal temperature for crispy Belgian fries.
• Cold zone: all our Diamond/DIVERSO fryers feature a cold zone beneath the heating element that captures crumbs and residue — drain it daily through the tap to preserve oil purity.
• Filtration: filter the oil daily or every 2 days depending on usage intensity. Clean oil lasts 4 to 7 times longer.
• Ball-valve drain tap: present at the front of all our models, it allows fast and hygienic draining without removing the tank.
• Weekly cleaning: empty the tank once a week, heat a food-grade degreasing solution in the fryer, scrub the embossed AISI 304 stainless tank and rinse thoroughly.
• Gas safety: for gas models, regularly check the pilot light and safety thermocouple — annual servicing recommended.

Complete your professional kitchen

To fully equip your horeca kitchen, complete your pro fryer with the complementary equipment in our catalogue: gas and electric cooking ranges (ALPHA 650, OPTIMA 700/900, PRO 600 ranges), cooking plates, planchas and induction for your meats and fish, toasters and salamanders for snacks and gratin, bain-marie for temperature holding and food warmers and heating bridges for service. For mise en place, consider our stainless work tables, stainless sinks for manual washing and glasswashers or dishwashers for mechanised washing. For cold storage, browse our refrigerated cabinets, freezer cabinets and refrigerated tables.

Why buy your professional fryer at Frigo Horeca?

Frigo Horeca is your horeca specialist in Brussels for over 15 years. Our 800 m² showroom welcomes professionals who want to see, touch and test equipment before purchase. We deliver throughout Belgium and Luxembourg, with short lead times for stock items (often 24-72h). All our products are guaranteed and benefit from responsive technical after-sales service in French and Dutch. Our team advises you on the correct sizing of your fryer based on your menu, hourly volume and existing installation. Currently enjoy our -30% promotion on the entire Diamond and DIVERSO catalogue, and benefit from Belgian 21% VAT directly applied to your order. For any question, contact our team or visit our Brussels showroom.

Diamond or DIVERSO: which range to choose for my usage?

The choice between the Diamond and DIVERSO ranges depends mainly on your usage intensity and budget. The Diamond range is designed for intensive professional use with long-term guarantee: ultra-thick embossed AISI 304 stainless tanks, reinforced resistors, monocoque chassis, refined finishes and premium components. It is perfectly suited to restaurants open lunch and dinner, busy chip shops, brasseries and establishments that fry more than 8 hours per day. It is our recommendation for any business with significant frying turnover and a need for absolute reliability over 5 to 10 years.

The DIVERSO range applies Diamond's proven principles with optimised materials and finishes at a more accessible cost. It remains 100% suitable for professional horeca use but targets moderate to intensive use: snack bars, food trucks, chip shops open a few services per day, company cafeterias, food courts, event caterers and secondary kitchens. It is also the right choice to equip a low-cost backup fryer or to launch a horeca project on a controlled budget. Whichever range you choose, you benefit from our manufacturer warranty and technical after-sales service.

Fryers suited to specific menus and dietary requirements

Good practice in professional kitchens involves dedicating a fryer to a single product type to avoid cross-contamination and preserve flavours. This is where the double-tank fryer becomes a real asset: one tank reserved for pure fries (no major allergen), one tank dedicated to breaded products containing gluten or eggs, or even one tank for halal/vegetarian products separated from meat products. Traditional chip shops often use one fryer for blanching (150 °C first cook) and a second for the final fry (175-180 °C) — a setup that produces the crispiest Belgian fries. For high-rotation venues, planning two 2× 8 L fryer stations covers every need (fries, doughnuts, croquettes, fish, vegetables) without compromise.

Frequently asked questions about professional fryers

What electrical power should I plan for a pro fryer? Small 4-10 L fryers plug into 230 V single-phase (power 2.6 to 7.5 kW depending on model). From 14 L upwards, a 400 V three-phase supply is required (up to 18 kW for 20 L models). Always check your electrical installation capacity before purchase.

How long does it take to preheat a fryer? Count on 8 to 12 minutes for an 8-16 L electric fryer to reach 180 °C from cold oil. Gas fryers heat up faster (5-8 minutes). In continuous use, oil returns to target temperature in under a minute after each frying cycle.

What type of oil to use? Favour vegetable oils with high smoke point: oleic sunflower oil, peanut oil, refined palm oil. Avoid olive oil (smoke point too low) or frying margarine which solidifies when cold and clogs taps.

How often to change the oil? Varies according to volume fried: every 2-3 days in intensive use, every 1-2 weeks in light use. Watch for colour (turns dark brown), smell (turns acrid) and persistent foam — signs it is time to drain.

Can I install a pro fryer at home? A 4-10 L counter fryer 230 V can technically install in a domestic kitchen for intensive private use (foodies, amateur caterer), but it remains an appliance designed for horeca with power, throughput and robustness suited to pro use. Consider air extraction and fire risk.

Delivery and installation in Belgium and Luxembourg

Frigo Horeca delivers throughout Belgium (Brussels, Flanders, Wallonia) and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg within 24 to 72 hours for stock items. Delivery is made to your door with tail-lift truck for large cabinet fryers. For turnkey installation (electrical connection, commissioning, user training), request a quote from our technical team. We also offer trade-in for your old fryer with WEEE-compliant recycling.