Hoshizaki KG220R Compact 123 Ltr Glass Door Undercounter Fridge

The Hoshizaki KG220R is a compact undercounter refrigerator fitted with a glass door, designed for commercial kitchens where space is limited but reliable cold storage is still essential. It sits neatly beneath a counter and provides clearly visible chilled storage, making it a practical choice for front-of-house display, bar service, or back-of-house ingredient holding where quick visual identification of contents matters.

Hoshizaki's air distribution system circulates cold air evenly throughout the cabinet, which is important for consistent food safety compliance rather than relying on a single cold zone near the evaporator. In a busy service environment, where the door may be opened frequently, this helps the unit recover temperature efficiently and maintain safe holding conditions throughout a shift.

From an operational standpoint, this unit offers several practical advantages for day-to-day kitchen use:

• Glass door allows contents to be identified without opening, reducing unnecessary cold air loss
• A-rated energy efficiency helps keep running costs low relative to its size
• Automatic defrost with re-evaporation removes the need for manual defrost routines
• Integrated full-height door handle is easy to clean and comfortable in regular use
• Low noise output makes it suitable for quieter environments such as serveries or front-of-house areas

Installation is straightforward for a unit of this type — it requires a standard mains connection and adequate ventilation around the cabinet. As with all undercounter refrigeration, ensure the surrounding cabinetry allows sufficient airflow to the condenser. The compact footprint makes it accessible for smaller kitchens, café counters, and bar setups, though it is not designed to replace full-size gastronorm refrigeration where higher-volume storage is needed. For sites with greater throughput or GN-compatible storage requirements, a larger upright or more heavy-duty undercounter unit would be more appropriate.

This model suits cafés, small restaurants, bars, hotel serveries, and any operation needing reliable chilled display or ingredient storage in a compact format. It is particularly well suited where the glass door serves a practical purpose — either for quick staff access or light customer-facing display use.

If you are unsure whether this unit fits your workflow or whether a different capacity would serve you better, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.