How should you use these guides?
Start with the guide closest to your project, list the cost drivers it names, and ask your contractor and equipment dealer to quote each one. Then match each budget line to a funding structure before you apply, so the request reflects the full project rather than only the biggest bid.
Cost and code details change by location and over time, so treat these guides as a planning checklist, not a quote or legal advice. Your contractor, equipment dealer and local building, fire and health officials are the sources for exact requirements.
Where do the guides fit with funding options?
The guides explain the project; the funding solution pages explain the money. Most guides link to equipment financing for units, build-out and renovation loans for installed work, and working capital for downtime, so you can move from plan to structure in a few clicks.
Browse all funding solutions, see funding by restaurant format, or apply online when your quotes are ready.
Frequently asked questions
Do the guides include current prices?
No. Kitchen and construction costs vary by region, space and timing, so the guides focus on cost drivers and what to quote. Written contractor bids and dealer quotes are the reliable numbers for your project.
Are the guides legal or code advice?
No. They describe common requirements in general terms. Your local building, fire and health departments decide what applies to your kitchen.
Can I apply before reading a guide?
Yes. You can apply any time. Having quotes ready helps a funding specialist compare options faster.
Ready to fund your project?
Apply online with your quotes and compare options.
Updated September 14, 2026 · Prime Kitchen Capital Funding Team