{"title":"Tables \u0026 Coffee Tables","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the \u003cstrong\u003eTables \u0026 Side Tables\u003c\/strong\u003e category of \u003cstrong\u003eFontana Hotellerie\u003c\/strong\u003e you will find a selection of work surfaces and furnishings designed for professional kitchens, dining rooms, buffets and service areas in the foodservice industry. Each solution is chosen for durability, functionality and consistency with the intensive use typical of restaurants, hotels, catering and collective establishments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose the right table for professional foodservice\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelecting a professional table depends on four fundamental criteria:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e: work tables for the kitchen require robust, easily sanitisable surfaces (AISI 304 stainless steel, polyethylene); dining room and buffet tables prioritise aesthetics and stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork surface material\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18\/10 stainless steel ensures hygiene and durability in food preparation areas; polypropylene or polyethylene shelving is lightweight and compliant with EU food contact regulation (EC) 1935\/2004 for food contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize and modularity\u003c\/strong\u003e: evaluate the useful surface area in relation to available space and verify compatibility with Gastronorm layouts or service trolleys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructural resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: for intensive use, choose structures with reinforced uprights, adjustable feet and anti-corrosion treatments — key requirements in HACCP-compliant environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMain applications in the foodservice industry\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProfessional tables and side tables cover a wide range of applications in the foodservice environment:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen and laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e: work surfaces for preparation, portioning and daily mise en place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDining room and buffet\u003c\/strong\u003e: auxiliary tables for table service, buffet setup and support for dining room mise en place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePastry and breadmaking\u003c\/strong\u003e: work surfaces for pastry chefs and bakers, ideal for dough rolling and decoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatering and banqueting\u003c\/strong\u003e: folding or knock-down tables for temporary setups in variable spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFontana Hotellerie selects each reference to guarantee foodservice professionals reliable equipment that complies with current hygiene and sanitation regulations and is suitable for daily use in a professional kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-ai-faq=\"1\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\u003csummary itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow do I choose a professional table for foodservice?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003eFor professional foodservice it is essential to assess the intended use (kitchen, dining room, buffet), the work surface material (AISI 304 stainless steel for the kitchen, food-safe materials for food contact), the dimensions in relation to available space, and structural solidity. Kitchen tables must be easily sanitisable and compliant with current HACCP regulations.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\u003csummary itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat are the differences between a kitchen work table and a dining room side table?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe professional kitchen work table is designed to withstand intensive use: 18\/10 stainless steel or polyethylene surface suitable for food contact, reinforced structure and adjustable feet to ensure stability and hygiene. The dining room side table, in contrast, is oriented towards aesthetics and service functionality, with finishes suited to the dining room environment to support mise en place and table service.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\u003csummary itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat are the best materials for work surfaces in a professional kitchen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003eAISI 304 stainless steel (18\/10) is the benchmark standard for professional kitchen work surfaces: it is hygienic, corrosion-resistant, easy to sanitise and compliant with HACCP regulations. High-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene are valid alternatives for auxiliary surfaces, certified for food contact (compliant with EU food contact regulation (EC) 1935\/2004) and lighter to move.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\u003csummary itemprop=\"name\"\u003eAre Fontana Hotellerie professional tables suitable for catering and banqueting?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. Fontana Hotellerie's selection includes tables and side tables suitable for catering and banqueting contexts, where assembly practicality, lightness and modularity are priorities. It is advisable to choose folding or knock-down models for temporary setups, always verifying structural stability in relation to the expected load.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/9057\/8883\/collections\/1665-TF22-ambientata-1.jpg?v=1641588110","url":"https:\/\/fontanahotellerieshop.it\/en\/collections\/tables-coffee-tables.oembed","provider":"F.lli Fontana Hotellerie Srl ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}