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Commercial Kitchen Equipment & Consulting in Altoona, Central Pennsylvania

For over 95 years, Carnegie has helped foodservice businesses across Altoona, and Central PA design, equip, and maintain high-performing kitchens.

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Running a Kitchen Without the Right Partner is Costly

Restaurants, schools, hospitals, and more across Central Pennsylvania face unique challenges when it comes to foodservice operations. Inefficient layouts, mismatched equipment, and unreliable vendor support lead to wasted time, frustrated staff, and lost revenue. Without expert guidance, it’s easy to make costly mistakes that hold your kitchen back.

Your Trusted Partner for Foodservice Equipment in Central Pennsylvania

Based in Altoona, Carnegie has been serving the region since 1928. As a family-owned, third-generation business, we’ve partnered with thousands of foodservice operations to deliver tailored kitchen solutions. From small restaurants to large healthcare facilities, we bring local expertise, responsive service, and industry-leading knowledge to every project.

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Complete Kitchen Solutions - Built for Your Needs

Carnegie simplifies the process of building, upgrading, and supporting kitchens across Central Pennsylvania with a full suite of services:

Commercial Kitchen Design & Consulting

Expert layout and workflow planning tailored to your goals.

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Equipment Procurement

Competitive pricing, reliable products, and guidance to maximize your investment.

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Delivery

Flexible options from showroom pickup to white-glove set-in-place service.

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Warranty Management

Warranty management and dependable repairs to keep your equipment running smoothly.

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Full Project Management

Seamless coordination and support from concept to completion.

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Partnering with a Wide Range of Foodservice Operations

From Central Pennsylvania to the Central USA, our work impacts kitchens across industries and regions.

Restaurants & Bars

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Hotels & Event Venues

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Schools, Universities & Childcare Centers

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Hospitals & Senior Living Facilities

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Churches & Community Centers

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Convenience Stores & Food Trucks

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Corporate Cafeterias & Office Buildings

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Correctional Facilities & Military Bases

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Clubs, Recreation & Firehouses

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See Our Work in Action

Explore recent projects we’ve delivered for restaurants, institutions, and facilities throughout the region.

Balance Restaurant

Old Carolina BBQ Company

Corporate Dining Facility

Mama Randazzo’s

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What Our customers Say

"Great place, thorough knowledge of the industry, and very good and helpful employees"
Bjorn ReedTHE KNICKERBOCKER TAVERN
Bjorn Reed
"We got a lot of helpful advice from JB as we were trying to make some big decisions in our business! Its great to have a company that cares about the quality of others business! Exceeded all expectations."
Kortney WeaverUPTOWN CAFE & BAKERY
Kortney Weaver
"Carnegie is a one stop shop with great products, honor their warranty and 9 times out 10 they have what you available. The sale rep has always been a pleasure to work with, and I would recommend Carnegie Equipment to anyone in need of equipment. "
Peterson MarinEG AMERICA
Peterson Marin

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Serving Altoona & Central Pennsylvania for Over 95 Years

Whether you’re opening a restaurant, upgrading a hospital cafeteria, or planning a new school kitchen, Carnegie is here to help.

Location: 5930 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
Hours: Monday – Friday: 8am – 5pm

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. While Altoona is home to our showroom and headquarters, we proudly serve State College, Johnstown, Harrisburg, and surrounding Central PA communities.

Absolutely. We tailor solutions to operations of every size, from independent restaurants to large-scale institutions.

While we don’t perform installations, we coordinate delivery and set-in-place service to support your installation team or contractors.

Our clients include restaurants, schools, hospitals, hotels, churches, and community organizations — but if you serve food, we serve you.

With over 95 years of foodservice expertise, we take a personalized, solutions-driven approach. We focus on your specific goals and challenges to create kitchens that maximize efficiency, productivity, and long-term value.

Yes. We regularly collaborate with architects, developers and contractors, and project teams to ensure our designs integrate smoothly with your build schedule and construction requirements.

We proudly serve Central Pennsylvania and beyond, including State College, Johnstown, Harrisburg, and parts of Northern Maryland, with responsive local service you can trust.

Ready to Build Your High-Performance Kitchen?

Let’s start with a conversation about your goals, challenges, and vision. Our team is here to help you every step of the way.

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