Hoshizaki KG220R Compact Glass Door Undercounter Fridge 123Ltr

The Hoshizaki KG220R is a compact undercounter refrigerator fitted with a glass door, built for commercial operations where counter space is limited but dependable chilled storage remains essential. It sits neatly beneath a standard worktop and provides clearly visible cold storage, making it a practical choice for bar service, café counters, hotel serveries, or back-of-house ingredient holding where quick visual identification of contents matters.

Hoshizaki's even air distribution circulates cold air consistently throughout the cabinet rather than concentrating it near the evaporator. In a working kitchen or bar environment, where the door may be opened repeatedly during service, this helps the unit recover temperature efficiently and maintain safe holding conditions throughout a shift without placing undue strain on the refrigeration system.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the KG220R offers several practical advantages:

• Glass door allows staff to identify contents without opening, limiting unnecessary cold air loss during service
• A-rated energy efficiency keeps running costs proportionate to the unit's size and duty
• Automatic defrost with re-evaporation removes the need for manual defrost routines
• Integrated full-height door handle is straightforward to wipe down and comfortable in regular use
• Low noise output makes it well suited to front-of-house or servery environments

Installation requires a standard mains connection and adequate clearance around the cabinet for condenser ventilation — this applies to any undercounter refrigeration, and it is worth confirming that surrounding cabinetry will not restrict airflow before fitting. The compact footprint makes it accessible for smaller kitchens and tight bar setups, though it is not intended to replace full-size gastronorm refrigeration where higher-volume storage is a regular requirement. Sites with greater throughput or GN-compatible storage needs would be better served by a larger undercounter or upright unit.

This model is well suited to cafés, small restaurants, bars, and hotel serveries — particularly where the glass door serves a practical purpose, whether for quick staff access or light customer-facing display. It is less appropriate as a primary storage solution for high-volume kitchens running continuous service across multiple sections.

If you are weighing up whether this capacity fits your operation, or whether a different format would work better in your setup, the team is happy to talk it through.