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    WTB: NS MDX grinder

    I need another MDX grinder but I've exhausted my equipment budget. If anyone has a used MDX they'd be willing to part with that's in nice condition, please let me know. I really don't want to screw up the visual look of my backbar with another brand of grinder. Hopefully I won't have to...
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    How big are your 3-compartment sinks?

    We're running out of room behind the bar for our equipment and I have to fit a 3-compartment sink and a hand sink into the spaces and honestly, smaller is better. I figured I could deal with a tiny 13x18 3-compartment sink because we'll never have that many cups & plates to clean, since we can...
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    Grinder Help

    Hi all - again... Now it's grinders. It seems now that I'm confused with what I need. Please correct me. 1. Portion control grinder - grinders beans from hopper directly into brew basket 2. Bulk Grinder - to grind fresh beans into bags to sell direct to customer 3. Espresso Grinder -...
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    WANTED: "Black" paper coffee cups - can't find them!

    Hi all, Opening a coffee bar soon, and I'm looking to distinguish myself as much as I can from my competitors. I want to offer a black paper cup with a black lid and a colored ecosleeve, and I'd like to avoid printing costs if I can. I just want a matte black paper cup, 12oz & 16oz. Does...
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    Ice Machine capacity - how much do I need?

    What do other owners here recommend? I'm looking at a Hoshizaki AM-50BAE that produces 55lbs daily. I'm only expecting to sell 100 iced drinks per day, max. Our shop is small. Is this machine too small??? Is there a good formula to use to figure how how much ice, coffee, syrup, etc. I'm...
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    Start-up equipment - what's your advice?

    Hi all, In a previous post asking for recommendations on POS systems, I got into also needing other recommendations, mainly in regards to equipment and coffee choice. From the research I've done, I've heard really good things about Intelligentsia and it seems the better shops in my area are...
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    POS Recommendation needed

    Hi all, My business partner and I are planning on opening a small coffee bar in his 12-unit loft apartment building in Pittsburgh, PA, of which I am a resident. My partner is securing financing and working mostly behind the scenes while I've been entrusted to setup and run the shop. I'm in...
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