Summer Party Essentials to Remember

If you’ve been looking to attract a new crowd, increase revenue, or simply try a new marketing strategy for your restaurant – throwing a celebratory summer party may be the answer. Whatever theme you choose, planning a party at your restaurant requires investing in the right equipment to make it a booming success. In this party planning guide, we will focus on equipment supplies you need on your party planning checklist to keep patrons happy and entertained. These in stock items are must-haves that you don’t want to miss, and ACityDiscount is your one- stop-shop for restaurant party equipment!

Frozen Beverages Machines

Frozen beverages are all the craze during the hot summer months. In fact, margaritas were the most ordered mixed drink in 2008, according to the Cheers On-Premise Handbook, with Americans consuming 185,000 margaritas per hour on average. Still, you can keep people interested year-round with specials on seasonally-inspired frozen drinks! Setting the mood with the perfect frozen beverage is important during the hot seasons, especially if you are throwing a rooftop party. Guests will want to cool off and enjoy a beverage while listening to music, socializing, and taking in the fun energy. There are different types of frozen beverages, and as a result one might guess there are also different types of frozen beverage machines.

Frozen Beverage Machines Drink

When seeking a margarita machine for making daiquiris, margaritas, pina coladas or another beverage of choice, look for a durable unit that can withstand heavy usage so you can keep the drinks flowing! Frozen drink machines vary among manufacturers, and each offer unique features for your needs.

GMCW, or Grindmaster-Cecil Ware, provides high quality frozen beverage machines, at a competitive price such as the the double granita machine (available now)!

Frosty Factory produces one of the most comprehensive lines of frozen drink machines available on the market today. Known for being user-friendly, many units offer great features such as the stand-by switch to enhance easy operation. This feature allows the mix to remain refrigerated in the machine over-night. Additionally, the small footprint, high production capability, and remote refrigeration are more reasons to love this brand.

BUNN is a global brand and trusted partner of choice for quality coffee brewers and commercial dispensed beverage equipment. BUNN’s frozen beverage machines guarantee drink consistency, long-lasting performance, and durability - great features to consider when shopping a frozen drink machine.

In Stock! GMCW Double Granita Machine (2) 2.5 Gal Dispensers Black

Outdoor Furniture

After you’ve tackled how you will set the mood , it is time to decide how to set the scene with the proper day party decor. Creating a comfortable setting for guests to settle into, will encourage them to stay longer which can mean higher revenue.

A portable bar is a necessary furniture piece if you plan to take your party outdoors. Portable bars add the convenience of having an extra bar available during a busy party, so that you can keep those frozen drinks flowing! ACityDiscount provides a wide range of durable all-weather bars suitable for poolside, deck, or rooftop gatherings.

Outdoor tables come in many shapes, heights, and materials to fit your unique needs. Tabletop shapes include:

  • Square
  • Round
  • Rectangular

Materials can include:

  • Aluminum
  • Stainless Steel
  • Mesh Steel
  • Metal
  • Melamine
  • Plus more!

Add a patio umbrella to help keep your guests cool, and you are on your way to having a profitable, fun-filled summer party.