Buffalo Pasta Cookers

Genuine Buffalo replacement basket for 8Ltr Pasta Cooker (CU630).

Fits CU630

Replacement Basket for GH160-A

Fits GH160

The Buffalo 600 Series electric pasta cooker is a dedicated countertop cooking station designed for kitchens that serve pasta, noodles, dumplings, or blanched vegetables as a regular part of the menu. Rather than tying up a hob position for boiling water throughout service, it provides a self-contained, purpose-built solution that keeps that work separate and consistent.

The unit features a 15-litre tank designed to connect directly to a mains water supply. A front-mounted fill tap lets staff top up the water quickly without moving the machine or carrying jugs, and a separate front drain tap means the tank can be emptied cleanly at the end of service or during a quiet period. Temperature is adjustable across a wide range, and the unit works with separate mesh baskets, making it straightforward to cook multiple portions simultaneously or hold different products at different stages.

In practical terms, the main operational advantages are:

• Frees up hob positions for other cooking during busy service periods
• Plumbed water supply reduces downtime between orders
• Front-mounted fill and drain taps support fast, clean turnaround
• Mesh basket system allows portion-by-portion cooking to order
• Consistent temperature control helps deliver reliable results across a full service

The unit is hardwired and will need a suitable electrical connection arranged prior to installation. It is a countertop appliance only — the base cupboard is sold separately, so factor that into your planning if you need it at a workable height within a cook line. At 400mm wide, it fits comfortably into tighter kitchen layouts and is designed to sit alongside other Buffalo 600 Series appliances if you are building or extending a modular line.

This pasta cooker is well suited to restaurants, cafés, and contract catering operations where pasta or noodle dishes form a consistent part of the menu. For very high-volume sites turning out large batch quantities continuously through a long service, it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity unit would be a better fit for your throughput.

If you are unsure whether this unit matches your service volume or want to talk through the installation requirements, our team is happy to help you work it out before you commit.

The Buffalo 600 Series electric pasta cooker is a dedicated countertop cooking station designed to handle pasta, noodles, dumplings, and blanched vegetables in a commercial kitchen environment. Rather than tying up a hob position for high-volume boiling work, this unit gives operators a purpose-built station with a large tank, separate mesh baskets, and adjustable temperature control — all within a compact 400mm-wide footprint.

In a busy service environment, the plumbed water connection is a practical advantage. The front-mounted fill tap allows the tank to be topped up quickly without moving the unit or carrying jugs, and the front drain tap makes end-of-service drainage and cleaning straightforward. For kitchens running continuous pasta service across a lunch and dinner cover, that ease of turnaround matters. The corrosion-resistant tank holds up well to the demands of sustained daily use.

From an operational standpoint, the key practical benefits are:

• Dedicated boiling station frees up hob positions for other cooking tasks
• Plumbed fill and front drain tap reduce handling time during and after service
• Separate mesh baskets allow multiple portions or ingredients to be cooked simultaneously
• Adjustable temperature control supports consistent, repeatable cooking results
• Mounted on a base cupboard, bringing it to a workable height and adding storage beneath

Installation requires a hardwired electrical connection — this is not a plug-in appliance, so a qualified electrician will need to make the supply connection before use. The unit also requires a mains cold water supply and a suitable waste connection for the drain tap. Check that both are accessible at the intended installation point before ordering. At just under 27kg, the unit is manageable to position, but the combined weight of unit plus water should be considered when assessing the bench or base cupboard it sits on.

This pasta cooker is well suited to restaurants, hotel kitchens, and contract catering operations where pasta dishes form a regular part of the menu. It works best where there is a consistent volume of orders rather than occasional use — the plumbed setup rewards kitchens that need it running regularly. For very high-volume sites running multiple services with heavy throughput, a heavier-duty or larger-capacity unit may serve better. Equally, for kitchens with only occasional pasta requirements, a simpler boiling arrangement might be more practical.

If you are unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your service volume or kitchen layout, the team is happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.

The Buffalo 8 litre pasta cooker is a compact, countertop unit designed for continuous pasta cookery in commercial kitchens. It heats a full 8 litre water capacity and holds it at temperature throughout service, allowing repeated batches of pasta to be cooked and lifted without the delays associated with bringing a standard pot back to the boil from scratch. The built-in timer supports consistent results across different pasta types, which matters when multiple cooks are working the same section at pace.

In practice, this unit suits kitchens where pasta features regularly on the menu but volume does not demand a multi-basket floor-standing cooker. It sits neatly on a countertop or pass and is well suited to small to medium restaurants, hotel kitchens, and contract catering operations where counter space is at a premium and throughput is steady rather than very high. The stainless steel construction holds up well to the damp, high-temperature environment around a pasta station and is straightforward to keep clean.

Key operational advantages include:

• Built-in timer supports consistent cook times across pasta varieties
• Front-mounted drain tap allows fast, safe water changes between services
• Stainless steel body resists corrosion in wet station environments
• Compact countertop footprint suits kitchens with limited space
• Simple controls allow quick adjustments during a busy service

Installation is straightforward — the unit runs from a standard electrical supply and requires no fixed plumbing, as filling and draining are handled manually. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit, as steam output during heavy use is significant. At 10kg the cooker is easy to reposition for cleaning.

For sites running very high pasta volumes across multiple sittings, it is worth considering a larger-capacity or multi-basket model before committing. If you are unsure whether this unit will keep pace with your service, we are happy to talk it through.