Mibrasa HMB AB SB 160 Charcoal Oven with Cupboard & Heating Rack

The Mibrasa HMB AB SB 160 is a professional charcoal oven combining a high-temperature cooking chamber with an integrated heated holding cupboard and a warming rack. It is designed for restaurants where charcoal cooking is central to the menu, and where service volume demands that proteins can be rested, held, and brought to temperature without leaving the oven station. The unit is constructed in stainless steel throughout and reflects Mibrasa's focus on durability under continuous high-heat operation.

In a live kitchen environment, the workflow advantages of this configuration become clear quickly. The warming rack operates at a consistent ambient temperature that allows raw or pre-prepped proteins to come up gradually before hitting the grill, which helps reduce cook times and improves consistency across service. Below, the natural heated holding cupboard maintains temperatures that are suitable for resting meat or holding accompaniments ready for plating, without the dryness associated with forced-air holding. For a kitchen covering up to 190 covers, this integrated approach removes the need for separate resting and holding equipment and consolidates the workflow around a single station.

• Charcoal cooking chamber delivering authentic high-heat radiant and convected heat
• Warming rack for gradual pre-temperature of proteins before cooking
• Natural heated holding cupboard for resting and holding cooked product
• Stainless steel construction throughout for durability in heavy service
• Recommended service capacity of up to 190 covers per service

At 686kg and standing at just under 1.9 metres tall, this is a substantial piece of equipment. It requires a well-planned installation: a suitable solid floor capable of bearing the load, adequate clearance above and to the sides, and a correctly specified extraction canopy designed for charcoal cooking, which produces more particulate and radiant heat than gas or electric alternatives. Charcoal ovens of this type are typically subject to local authority guidance on flue and ventilation arrangements, so early engagement with your building control or environmental health contact is advisable. The footprint of just under a metre in width means it can fit within a standard kitchen run, but the depth and weight make positioning a one-time decision.

This model is well suited to restaurants, steakhouses, and grill-led concepts where charcoal cooking forms a core part of the offer and where consistent, high-volume service is expected. It is less appropriate for sites with limited extraction infrastructure, low ceilings, or where charcoal cooking is only occasional. For kitchens with significantly higher covers or multiple concurrent grill stations, a larger-format model may be worth considering.

If you are planning an installation or want to work through whether this configuration suits your service style and kitchen layout, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.