Eastern Tabletop
Eastern Tabletop manufactures professional holloware and modular buffet equipment (chafers, soup marmites, beverage servers, and the Hub and EcoBurner systems) for luxury hotels, resorts, catering companies, and convention centers worldwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1995
- HeadquartersBrooklyn, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Eastern Tabletop does
Eastern Tabletop is a US-based manufacturer of professional tabletop and buffet equipment for the hospitality industry, founded in 1995 and headquartered at 50 Ingham Avenue, Bayonne, New Jersey. The company designs and produces holloware — including chafing dishes, soup marmites, beverage servers, coffee urns, dispensers, display risers, heating equipment, carving stations, and modular mobile buffet systems — primarily serving luxury hotels, resorts, catering companies, convention centers, and upscale restaurants. Its proprietary product platforms include the Hub Action System (a modular mobile buffet with 100+ interchangeable tiles, no-tools assembly, hidden wiring, and a collapsible frame), the Revo All-In-One Buffet System (interchangeable stands and inserts for grilling, induction, ice, and carving), the EcoBurner refillable waterless burner system, and XYLO color-finish customization, all predominantly constructed in 18/10 stainless steel. Two sub-brands are operated: EcoBurner and Kibarro.
Eastern Tabletop firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Eastern Tabletop
- Legal name
- Eastern Tabletop
- Website
- https://easterntabletop.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1995
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Eastern Tabletop manufactures professional holloware and modular buffet equipment (chafers, soup marmites, beverage servers, and the Hub and EcoBurner systems) for luxury hotels, resorts, catering companies, and convention centers worldwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Eastern Tabletop industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Commercial Foodservice Equipment
- NAICS
- Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing (335210)
- SIC
- Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Tabletop & Front-of-House Supplies Wholesale (AFAIALAF)
Keywords
Where Eastern Tabletop is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Brooklyn
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Eastern Tabletop business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Mobile Buffet Equipment Sales: Sale of modular action systems (Hub, Curved Hub, Zozz, Q-Bik, Ryze, Slim, Buggy Cart) and mobile display equipment including cocktail tables, nesting tables, bars, podiums, and Ori tables.
- Smallwares Sales: Sale of professional tabletop equipment including chafing dishes, soup marmites, beverage servers, coffee urns, food dispensers, heating equipment, carving stations, display risers, and serving accessories.
- EcoBurner Products: Sale of EcoBurner heating systems, fuel cans, storage racks, filling stations, and EcoServe porcelain/glass dishes designed for use with the EcoBurner platform.
- Replacement Parts & Accessories: Sale of replacement components, add-ons, and accessories for existing products including food pans, utensils, storage carts, and customization options.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Custom Quote-Based Pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
Eastern Tabletop product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Eastern Tabletop manufactures and sells professional-grade commercial holloware, banquet, and tabletop presentation equipment for the hospitality foodservice industry. Its product line spans modular mobile buffet systems (Hub, Curve Hub, ZOZZ, Q-Bik, Slim, Ryze, Buggy Cart), chafing dishes and soup marmites across multiple design collections (Jazz Rock, Crown, Park Avenue, Queen Anne, Pillar'd, Lion Head, P2, 4-Star, Revo), beverage servers and coffee urns (Ballerina, Arc, Java, Triumph), display risers (Lexus, Light Level), heat lamps, induction units, carving stations, and the proprietary EcoBurner refillable waterless burner platform. Products are sold primarily to luxury hotel chains, resorts, convention centers, and catering companies.
Product overview
Eastern Tabletop is a manufacturer of professional tabletop and buffet equipment for the hospitality industry, primarily hotels, restaurants, and catering companies. The company offers two main product categories: Mobile Buffet systems (Action Systems including The Hub, Curve Hub, ZOZZ, Q-Bik, Slim, Ryze, and Buggy Cart, plus Ori Tables, cocktail tables, nesting tables, podiums, and bars) and Smallwares (chafers and soup marmites in various collections including Jazz Rock, Jazz Smooth, Jazz Hammered, Crown, 4-Star, 5-Star, 7-Star, Freedom, Pillar'd, Queen Anne, Lion Head, Park Avenue, P2, and Revo; beverage servers in Ballerina, Arc, Java, and Triumph collections; coffee urns and dispensers; tabletop display risers including Lexus and Lighted Levels; heating equipment including heat lamps, grill stoves, carving stations, and heating trays; induction units; serving trays; and accessories). The EcoBurner System provides an eco-friendly alternative with refillable waterless burners. Products are sold primarily to hotel chains (Marriott, Hilton, Ritz-Carlton, Waldorf Astoria, Four Seasons, Hyatt, Westin, MGM, Bellagio, Loews, Omni, Fontainebleau) and catering operations.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- EcoBurner: A smarter way to fuel buffets — safer for guests, better for the planet, and easier on your budget. EcoBurner replaces wasteful gel and wick pots with a refillable, waterless burner.
- Kibarro
Products and services
- The Hub Modular Mobile Buffet System A modular mobile buffet system with a one-piece frame, fully collapsible design, 100+ interchangeable action tiles, connectable tables, hidden wiring, and no-tools-needed assembly. The flagship action system designed for hotels and catering operations requiring infinite buffet configurations.
- Revo All-In-One Buffet System A modular buffet system with interchangeable stands (rectangle, square, round) and inserts including grill grates, griddle tops, butcher blocks, induction units (300W, 600W, 1800W), ice bins, and water pan adapters for complete customization of live-action cooking and display stations.
- EcoBurner Refillable Waterless Heating System A refillable waterless burner system that replaces wasteful gel and wick pots for safer, cleaner, more eco-friendly buffet heating. Cool-to-touch, windproof design with longer burn times, no cords or open flames. Includes EcoBurner unit, filling station, fuel cans (6-pack and 24-pack), storage rack, Eco Boost Mini and Max, storage cart, lighter, and EcoServe porcelain/glass dishes.
- Chafing Dish Collections Professional chafing dishes and roll-top chafers across multiple design collections including Jazz Rock, Jazz Smooth, Jazz Hammered, Crown (with hydraulic slow-letdown lid), 4-Star, Lion Head Roll Top, Park Avenue Roll Top, Queen Anne Roll Top, Pillar'd Roll Top, and P2 Roll Top. Includes XYLO color finish options, 18/10 stainless steel construction, and induction compatibility.
- Soup Marmites Classic soup marmites available in Freedom, Pillar'd, Queen Anne, P2, and Classic collections with sizes ranging from 2 qt. to 8 qt. Heavy-duty 18/10 stainless steel construction with hinged lids and sterno holders.
- Coffee Urns and Beverage Servers Beverage service products including the Ballerina Collection (Coffee Urns 1.5-5 gallon, coffee pot, creamer, sugar, water pitcher), Arc Collection, Java Collection, Triumph beverage server, Juice Dispensers (standard, slim, milk, apple cider), Wine Stands and Buckets, and Vacuum Double Wall Coffee Urns with thermal insulation.
- Tabletop Display Risers Premium riser collections including Lexus Risers (Cut L/X/Cubic, Solid L/X/Cubic series with black Teflon options), Light Level illuminated risers that glow from within, and additional riser styles (Wonder Wheel, Circular, Square Tabletop, W, High Rise, Bleachers, Durawood, Escalate Rung, Z Tabletop, Acrylic Shelves) for enhancing visual buffet displays.
- Ryze Nesting Tables Height-adjustable nesting tables available in three widths (single, double, and triple tile) that fit neatly under each other for ultra-compact storage. Sold as 3-piece, 4-piece, and 4-wheel-drive nesting configurations for flexible compact storage solutions in hospitality settings.
- ZOZZ Expandable Action System An expandable Action System featuring an expandable frame and flat-pack design that transforms from a single-tile buffet to a double- or triple-tile setup for flexibility in catering and event installations.
- Q-Bik Modular Action System A modular Action System with vertical module towers delivering space-maximizing buffet displays with reversible display tiles for organized, accessible buffet presentations.
- Slim Folding Mobile Buffet System A folding mobile buffet system that collapses to just 3 inches thick, combining multiple service options in an all-in-one design with locking casters for compact storage and reduced setup demands.
- Buggy Cart Mobile Buffet Cart A wheeled mobile buffet cart serving as both display and showpiece, accepting action or display tiles with all-terrain wheels for indoor and outdoor use.
- Ori Tables Modular System Modular table system including Ori Table Sets, Ori Frames, Ori Tabletops, Ori Bottom Shelves, and Ori Risers for customizable mobile buffet presentations.
- Stainless Steel Podiums Contemporary brushed stainless steel podiums in angled or straight designs with locking casters, plus digital monitor display podiums for banquet and event presentations.
- Mobile Bar A mobile bar unit with dust cover accessory for portable beverage service at events and catering operations.
- Cocktail Tables LED light cocktail tables and standard cocktail tables with storage cart for elegant event service.
- Heat Lamps Heat lamps across Jazz Smooth, 4-Star Flat Base, 4-Star P2 Round, 4-Star Round, daisy chain, and 5-Star (Hammered Sphere, Lux, P2, Sphere) configurations designed to securely fit chafers and serving pieces.
- Grill Stoves and Carving Stations Park Avenue, Pillar'd, and P2 Grill Stoves with griddle tops for live cooking demonstrations, plus butcher blocks and cutting boards with Jazz Smooth attachment for carving stations.
- Heating Tray Countertop standalone plug-and-play electric warming solution with 1 inch rise, glass top with gold trim, integrates with induction stand system. Available in multiple sizes (47.25\" x 13.75\", 39.4\" x 13.75\", 31.5\" x 17.75\", 23.625\" x 15.75\").
- Induction Units Round induction units available in 300W and 600W configurations for induction cooking and warming, with Revo system induction inserts available in 300W, 600W, and 1800W.
- On-Ice Specialty Servers and Food Pans Specialty servers designed for on-ice food presentation at buffets and events, plus bowls, display serving trays, porcelain food pans (rectangle, round, square), and stainless steel food pans in various sizes.
- Buffet Accessories and Replacement Parts Buffet accessories and replacement parts including W Dust Cover, Storage Bins, Sterno Cup, Chafing Dish Storage Cart, Black Coated Brackets, Metal Slot Wall, Acrylic Inserts, Drip Catcher, Wine Rack, Eco Grandstand Warming Shelf, Plate Cover, Food-Water Pan Insert, Menu Stand, Cartwheel Dust Cover, Durawood Display Shelves, Donut Bagel Hooks, Chalk Board, and Utensils.
Quantifiable outcome
- Hub system folds to 3 inches thick (Slim model)
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Eastern Tabletop
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Eastern Tabletop technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Eastern Tabletop partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators3 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Eastern Tabletop competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Front of the House: Designs hospitality-focused buffet, table presentation, and serveware products for hotels, restaurants, and caterers. Comparable to Eastern Tabletop on elevated presentation and modular buffet systems.
- Carlisle FoodService Products: Broad-line foodservice equipment and tabletop supplier covering buffets, beverage service, and catering. Comparable to Eastern Tabletop across chafing dishes, displays, and beverage dispensers sold to hotels and caterers.
- Vollrath Company: One of the largest U.S. manufacturers of commercial foodservice smallwares, serving buffets, catering, and tabletop needs across hotels and restaurants. Directly comparable to Eastern Tabletop's chafers, soup marmites, beverage servers, and induction offerings.
- American Metalcraft: Specialty foodservice manufacturer of metal tabletop, buffet, and presentation products. Comparable to Eastern Tabletop on stainless-steel serveware, risers, and buffet displays sold into restaurants and hotels.
- Update International: Foodservice smallwares manufacturer offering chafers, buffetware, beverage dispensers, and kitchen tools. Closely overlaps Eastern Tabletop's chafers, soup marmites, and beverage server lines.
- Bon Chef: Manufacturer of upscale chafer, induction, and buffet presentation equipment for hotels and fine-dining operators. Comparable to Eastern Tabletop's premium chafer collections and induction-based offerings.
- TableCraft Products: Manufacturer of tabletop and buffet presentation products including chafers, dispensers, and serving items for foodservice operators. Closely overlaps Eastern Tabletop's chafers, beverage servers, and buffet smallwares portfolio.
- Cal-Mil Plastic Products: Designs and manufactures buffet, catering, and food presentation products for the hospitality industry. Directly comparable to Eastern Tabletop on mobile buffet, display, and beverage service offerings.
- Rosseto: Specialty provider of buffet, catering, and beverage service solutions including modular displays and dispensers. Overlaps Eastern Tabletop's mobile buffet, riser, and beverage dispenser offerings.
Broad incumbents
- Steelite International: Large, established hospitality tabletop manufacturer offering tableware, buffet ware, and serveware globally. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the same luxury hotel and catering channel that Eastern Tabletop serves.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Eastern Tabletop leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Eastern Tabletop funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Eastern Tabletop
What does Eastern Tabletop do?
Eastern Tabletop manufactures and sells professional-grade commercial holloware, banquet, and tabletop presentation equipment for the hospitality foodservice industry. Its product line spans modular mobile buffet systems (Hub, Curve Hub, ZOZZ, Q-Bik, Slim, Ryze, Buggy Cart), chafing dishes and soup marmites across multiple design collections (Jazz Rock, Crown, Park Avenue, Queen Anne, Pillar'd, Lion Head, P2, 4-Star, Revo), beverage servers and coffee urns (Ballerina, Arc, Java, Triumph), display risers (Lexus, Light Level), heat lamps, induction units, carving stations, and the proprietary EcoBurner refillable waterless burner platform. Products are sold primarily to luxury hotel chains, resorts, convention centers, and catering companies.
Is Eastern Tabletop a public or private company?
Eastern Tabletop is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Eastern Tabletop founded?
Eastern Tabletop was founded in 1995. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Eastern Tabletop based?
Eastern Tabletop is headquartered in Brooklyn, United States, in the North America region.
How does Eastern Tabletop make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Mobile Buffet Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are smallwares Sales, ecoBurner Products and replacement Parts & Accessories.
Who are Eastern Tabletop's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Front of the House, Carlisle FoodService Products, Vollrath Company, American Metalcraft, Update International, Bon Chef, TableCraft Products, Cal-Mil Plastic Products and Rosseto. Steelite International is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does Eastern Tabletop have an API?
No public API is recorded for Eastern Tabletop.
What industry is Eastern Tabletop in?
Eastern Tabletop's product category is Commercial Foodservice Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is AFAIALAF, Tabletop & Front-of-House Supplies Wholesale. Its NAICS code is 335210 and its SIC code is 3420.