The main difference between the two types of kitchen is the level of equipment and space they have. Commercial kitchens are typically equipped with larger cooking equipment than domestic kitchens, making it easier for multiple people to work in them at the same time.

What Is A Commercial Kitchen? A commercial kitchen is a fully equipped prep kitchen that is rented out for shared use. They're also known as culinary kitchens, shared kitchens, community kitchens, kitchen incubators, food innovation centers, accelerators, and food hubs.

There are five commonly used in most commercial kitchens: assembly line, island, zone-style, galley and open kitchen. Each one has unique benefits depending on the style of restaurant you want to open, the type of food you are cooking and the amount of space your building allows for kitchen space.