# Restaurant + Cafe Millwork Toronto | Toronto Elite > Restaurant + Cafe Millwork Toronto by Toronto Elite Kitchen Cabinets. Bars, host stands and banquettes, 6-8 week timeline, COI in 24 hours. Free CAD quote. URL: https://torontoelitekitchencabinets.ca/restaurant-cafe-millwork-toronto/ ![Walnut restaurant bar with back bar shelving and pendant lights](/images/misc/toronto-restaurant-with-long-walnut-bar-front-back.webp) Commercial . Shop-built in the GTA . Blum standard # Bar, Host-Stand and Cafe Millwork for Toronto Restaurants Last updated: October 23, 2026 Restaurant millwork has to survive spills, kick damage and nightly cleaning. We pair hardwood faces with HPL tops and stainless kick plates, coordinate with your GC and kitchen supplier, and schedule installs around your opening. Published price $12,000-$35,000 per bar + host-stand package Timeline 6-8 wks Shop + install Warranty 15 years Lifetime on Blum - Bars, back bars and host stands - Cafe counters and banquette bases - HPL and hardwood tops, kick-plate protection - COI for GCs in 24 hours Request a Free CAD Design + Quote [#quote-form →](#quote-form) View Pricing [#pricing →](#pricing) Priority 1-2 Day Response ## Free Restaurant Millwork Quote Tell us about your kitchen. We'll send a CAD layout + itemized quote within 1-2 business days. Thanks, we got your request. A designer will send your CAD layout and itemized quote within 1-2 business days. - NKBA + KCMA certified - HGTC Red Seal lead - $5M liability + WSIB - 2,100+ GTA installs - 97% satisfaction What Is Included ## What Is Included in Restaurant + Cafe Millwork? Bars, back bars, host stands and cafe counters built for spills, traffic and late-night cleaning. - Bars, back bars and host stands - Cafe counters and banquette bases - HPL and hardwood tops, kick-plate protection - COI for GCs in 24 hours ![Stainless kick plate on a walnut bar face](/images/content/close-up-of-stainless-steel-kick-plate-and-walnut-.webp) ## What Is Restaurant and Cafe Millwork? Restaurant millwork is the built cabinetry customers see and staff use every shift: the bar, the back bar, the host stand, the cafe counter and the bases under banquette seating. It takes more abuse than any kitchen. Stools kick the face, glasses slide across the top, citrus and alcohol hit the surfaces, and everything gets mopped at 2 a.m. We build restaurant millwork with the same shop and crews as our custom millwork [/custom-millwork-woodwork-toronto/ →](/custom-millwork-woodwork-toronto/) , but with commercial materials and a schedule tied to your opening. Most projects are in King West, Little Italy, Ossington and Dundas West. ## Types of Restaurant Millwork ### Bars and back bars Front bars in hardwood with HPL working tops and stainless kick plates, back bars with lit shelving and locked storage. ### Host stands Compact stands with menu storage, a tablet cut-out and cable routing for reservations systems. ### Cafe counters Counters with pastry displays, espresso machine supports and quartz tops. ### Banquette bases Painted or wood bases built for upholstery and constant use. ## Restaurant Millwork Pricing | Scope | Size | Price range | | --- | --- | --- | | Cafe counter with display | 10-14 ft | $12,000-$18,000 | | Bar + host stand | 16-20 ft | $18,000-$26,000 | | Bar + back bar + host stand | 24-28 ft | $26,000-$35,000 | | Banquette bases | Per 10 lf | Quoted after CAD | > **Kick plates save bar fronts** > > The bottom 8 inches of a bar take every shoe and stool. A stainless kick plate costs little and keeps the wood face looking new for years. ## Common Restaurant Millwork Problems ### Swollen edges under the bar top Fixed with HPL tops and sealed edges. ### Equipment that does not fit the cut-outs Fixed with shop drawings built from supplier specs. ### Millwork holding up the opening Fixed by fabricating in our shop while the GC works. For retail and showroom fit-outs, see retail store fit-out [/retail-store-fit-out-toronto/ →](/retail-store-fit-out-toronto/) . ## Planning Restaurant Millwork Around Service Start with service flow, not finishes. Where does a server pick up drinks? Where does the bartender stand during a rush? Where do guests wait, and where does the host check them in? The answers set the bar length, the position of the well and ice bin, the height of the pickup ledge and the size of the host stand. Then gather equipment specs. Under-bar coolers, ice bins, glass washers, sinks and POS terminals all need exact cut-outs and clearances. Your equipment supplier's spec sheets go straight into our shop drawings so nothing is cut on site. ## Materials That Survive Service ### HPL working tops High-pressure laminate resists citrus, alcohol and hot plates and wipes clean at closing. ### Hardwood faces Walnut, white oak or ash faces finished in conversion varnish give warmth without fragile finishes. ### Stainless kick plates Stools and shoes hit the bottom 8 inches of every bar. Stainless keeps it clean. ### Quartz for cafes Caesarstone quartz suits pastry counters and espresso stations. ## Caring for Bar and Cafe Millwork Wipe tops with a non-abrasive cleaner at close. Do not let standing water sit against wood faces. Check kick plate fasteners every few months. Hinges and runners on back-bar storage adjust with a screwdriver. ## Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Millwork Shop - Can you build while my GC finishes the space? - Will your shop drawings include every equipment cut-out? - How quickly can you provide a COI? - What materials do you recommend for the bar top and face? - Can you install overnight if we are already open? ## Restaurant Millwork Across the GTA Our hospitality work includes bars and host stands in King West and the Entertainment District, cafes in Little Italy, bistros on Ossington and cocktail bars on Dundas West. Every bar and host stand is built in our GTA cabinet shop [/ →](/) . Published Pricing ## How Much Does Restaurant Bar Millwork Cost in Toronto? All-in ranges with CNC fabrication and install. You get a written tally after laser templating and before any deposit. | Scope | Price Range | Timeline | | --- | --- | --- | | Cafe counter with display, 10-14 ft | $12,000-$18,000 | 6 wks | | Bar + host stand, 16-20 ft | $18,000-$26,000 | 6-7 wks | | Bar + back bar + host stand, 24-28 ft | $26,000-$35,000 | 7-8 wks | | Banquette bases, per 10 lf | Quoted after CAD | With package | Guaranteed Transparency Written per-linear-foot quote before any deposit. 25/50/25 payment schedule. 5% off for pay-in-full. No consult fee. Materials ## Materials We Use for Restaurant Millwork Every material is named on your quote, so you can compare like for like. ### Hardwood bar faces Walnut, white oak or ash faces in conversion varnish that wipes clean. ### High-pressure laminate (HPL) tops HPL working surfaces that resist citrus, alcohol and hot plates. ### Caesarstone tops Quartz tops for cafe counters and pastry displays. ### Stainless kick plates Stainless steel protection at foot height where bar stools and shoes hit. ### Banquette bases Painted or wood bases built to take upholstery and daily traffic. ### Commercial hardware Heavy-duty hinges and runners rated for service use. See the full door style, finish and substrate catalogue ### Door Styles - Painted MDF Shaker Classic GTA favourite - Solid wood flat-slab Walnut, white oak, maple - Raised panel Traditional, formal - Mitred profile Transitional - Inset Heritage, true-to-period - Paint-grade poplar Full custom colour ### Finishes + Hardware - Benjamin Moore Advance + Scuffx paint Hard-curing paint for painted doors - Rubio Monocoat + Osmo natural oil Low-sheen oil for walnut and oak - UV-cured conversion varnish Chip and moisture resistant topcoat - Blum Legrabox + Blumotion hardware Standard on every job - Richelieu + Top Knobs pulls Brass, black, nickel, leather - Rev-A-Shelf pull-outs + organizers Waste, spice, corner, pantry ### Box Substrates - Baltic Birch plywood Standard boxes; sink bases marine-grade - Moisture-resistant HDF Bath vanities and laundry rooms - Melamine-faced ply Budget tier and bulk-unit programs Open the materials page [/materials/ →](/materials/) Why Toronto Elite ## Why Choose Toronto Elite for Restaurant Millwork? ### Built for service HPL tops, stainless kick plates and wipeable finishes that survive nightly cleaning. ### Built while you build We fabricate in our shop while the GC finishes the space, so millwork is not the bottleneck. ### COI in 24 hours $5M liability and WSIB documented for your GC and landlord. ### Equipment coordinated Cut-outs for sinks, coolers and POS confirmed in shop drawings. ### Opening-date focus Schedules built backward from your opening night. ## Not sure if you need refacing or new boxes? A designer can tell from a few photos. You get an honest read and a written range, with no consult fee. Get a Free CAD Quote [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Request a Callback [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Process ## How Does a Restaurant Millwork Project Work? CAD, laser, CNC, install. The order never changes, because each step protects the next one. 1. 01 / Step ### Concept + layout We review your floor plan, bar equipment specs and service flow. 2. 02 / Step ### Shop drawings CAD shop drawings coordinated with your GC, plumber and bar equipment supplier. 3. 03 / Step ### COI + schedule COI within 24 hours and an install date set against your opening. 4. 04 / Step ### Fabrication Built in our shop over 5-7 weeks while the GC finishes the space. 5. 05 / Step ### Install Installed in days, with tops set and equipment cut-outs confirmed. ![Before: gutted restaurant space on King Street West](/images/misc/before-gutted-restaurant-space-with-exposed-brick-.webp) Before ![After: walnut bar with stainless kick plates in a King West restaurant](/images/misc/after-28-foot-walnut-bar-with-stainless-kick-plate.webp) After Before + After Case Study ## King West Restaurant Host-Stand + Bar Millwork King West . King St W and Portland St A 28-foot bar, back bar and host stand built in the shop while the GC finished the space. Shop drawings were coordinated with the bar equipment supplier so every sink, cooler and POS cut-out landed on centre. The walnut face is protected by stainless kick plates and the HPL top shrugs off citrus and late-night mopping. Materials Walnut bar face, HPL top surfaces, stainless kick plates Size 28 ft bar + host stand Turnaround 7 wks Project value $28,000-$35,000 See all 10 GTA case studies [/projects/ →](/projects/) Our Work ## Recent Restaurant Millwork Work Across the GTA Click any photo to enlarge. Browse the before + after gallery [/gallery/ →](/gallery/) Client Reviews ## What Clients Say About Our Restaurant Millwork Named neighbourhoods, real scopes. Ask us for references on any project type. > "We run a cafe in Little Italy. The new bar top and host stand have taken a year of spills and late-night mopping without a mark." Marco V. Cafe owner, Little Italy > "The bar was built while our GC finished the room, then installed in two days. We opened on time." Elena G. Restaurant owner, King West > "Back bar with lit shelving and locked storage. Shop drawings matched our cooler specs exactly." Jamal T. Bar owner, Dundas West > "Banquette bases and a host stand. Solid, clean and priced as quoted." Sofia N. Bistro owner, Ossington > "COI the same day and millwork delivered on the date in the schedule. A good trade to work with." Liam O. GC, Entertainment District Got Questions? ## Restaurant + Cafe Millwork FAQs ### How much does restaurant bar millwork cost in Toronto? Our published range is $12,000-$35,000 per bar and host-stand package. A cafe counter starts near $12,000; a 24-28 foot bar with back bar and host stand reaches $26,000-$35,000. ### How long does restaurant millwork take? 6-8 weeks of fabrication, with installs scheduled after your GC finishes rough-ins. We build in our shop while the space is finished. ### What materials hold up best on a bar? HPL or quartz working surfaces, hardwood faces in conversion varnish and stainless kick plates at foot height. ### Can you provide a certificate of insurance? Yes. We issue a COI within 24 hours and carry $5M liability and WSIB coverage. ### Do you coordinate with bar equipment suppliers? Yes. Shop drawings include every sink, cooler, ice bin and POS cut-out from your supplier's specs. ### Can you build banquette seating? We build the millwork bases and coordinate with your upholsterer for cushions. ### Can you work after hours in an operating restaurant? Yes. Renovations in open restaurants can be installed overnight or on closed days. ### What warranty applies? 15 years on joinery and lifetime on Blum hardware. Surface materials carry their manufacturers' warranties. Still have a question? Send photos and rough sizes. A designer replies within 1-2 business days. Ask a Cabinet Expert [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Keep Planning ## Services That Pair With Restaurant Millwork ![Boutique interior with a white oak cash wrap and lit wall displays](/images/misc/toronto-boutique-interior-with-white-oak-cash-wrap.webp) ### Retail Store Fit-Out Display casework, cash wraps and wall systems in durable HPL, installed in phases around trading hours. View service [Retail Store Fit-Out →](/retail-store-fit-out-toronto/) ![White oak fluted feature wall with a floating walnut cabinet](/images/misc/white-oak-fluted-feature-wall-with-floating-walnut.webp) ### Custom Millwork + Woodwork Built-ins, wall panelling, fluted feature walls and commercial casework from the same CNC shop that builds our kitchens. View service [Custom Millwork + Woodwork →](/custom-millwork-woodwork-toronto/) ![Design showroom with white display plinths and shadow reveal walls](/images/misc/toronto-design-showroom-with-white-painted-display.webp) ### Showroom + Gallery Millwork Display walls, plinths and feature casework with integrated lighting, signed off in CAD before fabrication. View service [Showroom + Gallery Millwork →](/showroom-gallery-millwork-toronto/) ## Don't See Your Neighbourhood? Full GTA from Burlington to Pickering, Aurora to Caledon. Send us your address and room sizes for a free CAD quote. Free CAD Quote [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Call Shop [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) All Service Areas [/service-areas/ →](/service-areas/) ![](/images/misc/wide-view-of-a-finished-toronto-kitchen-with-walnu.webp) CAD layout + itemized quote in 1-2 business days ## Ready to Plan Your Restaurant Millwork? Book a design visit for restaurant + cafe millwork anywhere in the GTA. CAD layout and itemized quote within 1-2 business days. Request a Free CAD Design + Quote [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Request a Callback [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) - 15-year workmanship warranty - Written tally before any deposit - $5M liability + WSIB