A fully converted 20ft shipping container café, fitted out for coffee shops, takeaway food, or small restaurant service. Complete with a serving counter, hatch, insulated walls, and power/plumbing connection points — delivered ready to trade, UK-wide.
£5,590.00
Launch a food or drink business without the cost and delay of a brick-and-mortar fit-out. This 20ft shipping container café conversion is built from a structurally sound steel container and fitted out as a ready-to-trade serving unit — ideal for coffee shops, takeaway food counters, street food traders, and small independent restaurants.
Unlike a bare container, this unit arrives with the core commercial fit-out already in place, so you can focus on equipment, branding, and opening rather than construction.
– Front serving counter and hatch for fast, efficient customer service
– Rear preparation area with worktop space for equipment and staff
– Insulated walls and ceiling to help manage internal temperature year-round
– Power connection points for catering equipment (final electrical fit-out to be confirmed to your spec)
– Plumbing connection points available for water and drainage (subject to configuration)
– Weatherproof steel shell — Corten steel construction, wind and watertight
– Lockable access door(s) for out-of-hours security
– Non-slip flooring suitable for a working food service environment
| Measurement | Size |
| External Length | 6.06 m (19’10”) |
| External Width | 2.44 m (8′) |
| External Height | 2.59 m (8’6″) |
| Internal Length | ~5.90 m |
| Internal Width | ~2.35 m |
| Internal Height | ~2.39 m |
| Door/Hatch Opening | Confirm at time of order (varies by fit-out spec) |
| Tare Weight (approx.) | ~2,300 kg |
| Max Gross Weight | ~30,480 kg |
Base dimensions follow ISO 668 series 1 container standards for a 20ft unit. Internal usable space is reduced slightly by insulation, counters, and fitted equipment — confirm exact internal layout dimensions with our team before ordering, as these vary by fit-out specification.
– Independent coffee shop and café operators
– Street food and takeaway food traders
– Pop-up and event catering businesses
– Small restaurant or juice bar concepts
– Business parks, retail parks, and leisure venues wanting a low-cost catering unit
Every unit can be adapted to your specific business needs, including:
– Choice of exterior colour/finish (RAL colour matching available)
– Additional serving hatches or window positions
– Bespoke internal layout for your equipment
– Branding and signage preparation
– Additional electrical or plumbing specification
Get in touch with our team to discuss your exact requirements before ordering.
Delivered nationwide by flatbed or tilt-bed vehicle. Before ordering, please confirm:
– Suitable vehicle access to your site
– A level, firm base for positioning the unit
– Sufficient space for unloading and manoeuvring
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Is this container ready to trade immediately?
The unit is supplied with the core commercial fit-out (counter, hatch, insulation, and connection points) in place. Final catering equipment, electrical certification, and any required food hygiene approvals are the responsibility of the operator before trading.
Can I customise the layout or add extra equipment points?
Yes — we offer bespoke fit-out options. Contact our team to discuss layout changes, additional hatches, or specific equipment requirements before you order.
Do I need planning permission to site this unit?
This depends on your local authority, intended use, and whether the unit is temporary or permanent. We recommend checking with your local council before installation.
What’s the difference between this and a standard 20ft container?
This unit has already been converted for food/drink service — including insulation, a serving counter and hatch, and connection points — rather than being a bare storage container.
