Mibrasa HMB 75 Worktop Charcoal Oven

The Mibrasa HMB 75 is a worktop charcoal oven designed for serious live-fire cooking in commercial kitchen environments. It sits within the compact end of the Mibrasa range and is built to deliver consistent, high-heat charcoal cookery in kitchens where space is at a premium. The unit is commonly mounted on a refrigerated drawer base or integrated into a horizontal cooking line, making it a practical choice for kitchens that want to incorporate charcoal cooking without dedicating a large footprint to it.

Performance is centred on the oven's airflow management system, which allows the operator to regulate the intensity of the embers with precision. This level of control matters during service — it means the oven can be dialled back during quieter periods and pushed harder when covers increase, without wasting fuel or losing temperature consistency. At capacity, the HMB 75 is rated for up to 190 covers, which makes it a workable choice for busy restaurants, grill-focused menus, and operations where charcoal flavour is a core part of the offer.

From an operational standpoint, the airflow-controlled ember system is notably fuel-efficient. Operators typically find charcoal consumption is lower than expected relative to output, which keeps running costs manageable over a full service period. Practical benefits include:

• Precise ember intensity control for consistent cook results across service
• Fuel-efficient design reduces charcoal consumption during operation
• Compact footprint suits integration into existing cooking lines
• Stainless steel construction supports hygiene and durability in heavy use
• Compatible with refrigerated drawer bases for a consolidated cooking station

At 325kg, the HMB 75 is a substantial piece of equipment and will require a suitably reinforced surface or purpose-built base. Ventilation is a key installation consideration — charcoal ovens of this type require a properly specified extraction canopy, and this should be confirmed with your ventilation contractor before installation. The unit measures 1025mm in height and 735mm in width, so access routes and kitchen layout should be assessed prior to delivery.

The HMB 75 is well suited to restaurants, steakhouses, and grill-led operations where charcoal cookery is central to the menu rather than occasional. It works particularly well in kitchens running a focused menu at consistent covers. For lower-volume sites or where charcoal cooking is more supplementary, a smaller model in the Mibrasa range may be more appropriate. For very high-volume operations or larger brigades, a higher-capacity unit would be worth considering.

Charcoal ovens involve specific installation, ventilation, and operational requirements that are worth working through before committing. If you'd like to talk through whether the HMB 75 fits your kitchen and service style, our team is happy to help.