Food Service Equipment Auctions
Running a restaurant, café, or catering business is no small task — managing staff, keeping the kitchen running, and meeting customer expectations can be overwhelming. When it’s time to upgrade equipment or liquidate surplus inventory, it can feel like yet another challenge.
Auction Masters Makes It Easier. From ovens and fryers to refrigeration units, prep tables, dishwashers, and small wares, we help you buy or sell high‑quality food service equipment — quickly, safely, and at fair market value.
Why pay full price for brand‑new machines when you can find commercial‑grade, job‑ready equipment for a fraction of the cost? Our Twin Cities–based platform connects buyers and sellers who understand real value — helping you free up space, cash, and time without slowing your operations.
Benefits of Selling Food Service Equipment
With decades of online auction experience, Auction Masters knows how to get results for restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and food service providers. Whether you’re clearing old stock, upgrading a line, or liquidating a facility, we manage the details so you don’t have to.
Here’s what we handle for you:
- Professional photography and detailed cataloging with brand, model, serial, and condition notes
- Optimized listings and targeted marketing to qualified buyers nationwide
- Full auction management — marketing, bidder support, invoicing, and coordinated removal windows
You focus on your guests — we ensure a fast, profitable, and smooth auction experience from intake to pickup.
Buying at Food Service Equipment Auctions
Need to expand or outfit your kitchen without overspending? Auction Masters provides access to commercial ovens, prep stations, refrigeration, smallwares, bar equipment, and specialty tools from trusted sellers — often at prices far below retail.
Each listing includes:
- Accurate descriptions and frank condition reporting for confident decisions
- High‑resolution images and key specs for quick comparisons
- Options for local inspection when available for select events
Set your budget, place your bid, and bring in equipment that’s ready to work — efficiently, transparently, and affordably.
Serving Twin Cities & Nationwide Buyers
Rooted in Minneapolis–Saint Paul and active across the U.S., Auction Masters connects motivated sellers with serious buyers who are ready to act. Independent restaurants, multi‑unit groups, and institutional kitchens rely on our reach to move assets quickly and source quality equipment with confidence.
Whether you’re selling a single piece or an entire kitchen, our auctions maximize exposure and deliver competitive results with clear timelines.
A Trusted Partner for Food Service Businesses
At Auction Masters, we’re more than a listing page — we’re your partner in smart asset management. With decades of auction expertise, a strong local presence, and a nationwide buyer network, we make every sale seamless, secure, and profitable from start to finish.
Ready to upgrade your kitchen or liquidate surplus equipment? Start your auction today and connect with motivated buyers nationwide.
FAQs
Ovens, fryers, mixers, prep tables, refrigeration units, cookware, and specialty appliances.
Yes — auctions support individual items, pallet lots, and full facility liquidations.
No — we plan cataloging, previews, and removal around your hours to minimize disruption.
Most auctions are photographed, cataloged, and posted within a few days of intake.
Absolutely — pickups and shipping are coordinated for convenience.
Absolutely — our auctions are designed for businesses of all sizes.
Yes — select listings include local, in‑person inspection times posted on the event page.
Absolutely — all conditions are welcome with full disclosure.
Usually 7–14 days for strong visibility and competitive bidding.
Decades of experience, Twin Cities roots with national reach, transparent terms, and turnkey support.
Yes — recovered ovens, refrigeration, prep tables, and smallwares from renovations can be listed and sold quickly.
Absolutely — from single cafés to multi‑site closures with coordinated removal windows.
Yes — reserve pricing protects your floor value; if unmet, post‑auction negotiation may be available.
Yes — mixers, blenders, scales, pans, knives, storage, and smallwares are eligible.
Yes — fair market estimates based on condition, demand, comps, and recent auction results.
Secure platform payments with verified buyers and transparent fund tracking.
That’s fine — many buyers seek durable, well‑maintained second‑hand equipment at value pricing.
Yes — nationwide participation increases competition and final returns.
Professional photography, search‑optimized listings, email campaigns, paid ads, and outreach to our food service network.
Upcoming Auctions
- Jan 13 @ 8:00am CST
- Jan 26 @ 1:00pm CST
- Jan 10 @ 7:00am CST
- Jan 26 @ 1:00pm CST
- Jan 10 @ 7:00pm CST
- Jan 26 @ 3:00pm CST
- Jan 20 @ 9:00am CST
- Jan 27 @ 1:00pm CST
- Jan 21 @ 1:00pm CST
- Jan 28 @ 6:00pm CST
- Jan 17 @ 6:00am CST
- Feb 2 @ 1:00pm CST
- Feb 18 @ 6:00pm CST
- Feb 24 @ 10:00am CST
