1282 Essex Avenue features private, industrial-grade commercial kitchen space designed to support a wide range of food service and production operations. Ideal for catering, food preparation, delivery-focused concepts, and serving as a satellite kitchen and supply hub for brick-and-mortar businesses, the space offers flexible configurations ranging from 200 to 4,800 square feet, with the ability to customize layouts by combining units to support business growth and evolving operational needs.
Designed as a turnkey solution, the kitchens are equipped with essential fixtures such as floor drains, sinks, and commercial hoods, helping operators comply with local health regulations while minimizing startup costs and reducing time to occupancy. With 24/7 access, tenants can maintain uninterrupted production schedules, making the property well-suited for food manufacturers, school lunch providers, growing restaurant groups, and other food-related businesses.
Amenities include temperature-controlled cold and dry storage, dedicated loading and supply areas, staff break rooms, restrooms, mail handling services, and ample parking. On-site maintenance and cleaning teams help streamline day-to-day operations, allowing businesses to run efficiently with minimal staffing while focusing on growth and core business activities.
Positioned in Columbus' Short North district, 1282 Essex Avenue benefits from proximity to The Ohio State University and surrounding industrial employment centers, placing food operators within reach of consistent demand generated by more than 75,000 students, area workers, and local residents. With 48 kitchens on-site, the property supports a strong ecosystem of delivery activity while providing efficient access to a dense and active consumer base throughout the Columbus market.
Launching operations can be accomplished within weeks with up to 90% less investment than building a commercial kitchen from the ground up. Combined with flexible contract terms, scalable configurations, and on-site maintenance and cleaning support, 1282 Essex Avenue offers a turnkey solution designed to support long-term growth, operational flexibility, and evolving business needs.
*Disclaimer: None of the kitchens come equipped with commercial cooking equipment. While the team strives to provide accurate representations, please note that images displayed on the listings are fully built-out kitchens for visual purposes only. Please reach out to the agent should you have any inquiries regarding the facilities or kitchens.
Brian James
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