Tandoor Clay Ovens For Indian and Middle Eastern Restaurants

Commercial Tandoor Ovens for Restaurants

Shop commercial tandoor ovens, traditional clay tandoors, gas tandoor ovens, and specialized cooking equipment at Nishi Enterprise. Since 2002, we have supplied restaurants, caterers, banquet facilities, and professional kitchens across the United States with commercial tandoors and the accessories needed to keep them operating.

Our collection features Shaan commercial clay tandoors, manufactured in the United Kingdom by Tandoori Oven Ltd, along with innovative Rotoquip commercial naan ovens and automatic kebab grills. Whether you are opening an Indian restaurant, expanding a Middle Eastern or Mediterranean kitchen, or replacing an existing commercial tandoor, our team can help you compare equipment for your menu, kitchen layout, and production needs.

Nishi Enterprise is the authorized distributor of Shaan Tandoor ovens in the United States and Canada and the exclusive U.S. distributor of Rotoquip equipment. Customers can shop online or visit our showroom and warehouse at 4455 S Clinton Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080.

Our Selection of Commercial Tandoor Ovens

Different restaurant kitchens require different cooking equipment. Traditional gas clay tandoors are well suited for naan, roti, tandoori chicken, kebabs, and other foods cooked with intense radiant heat. Automatic flatbread ovens and kebab grills offer alternative cooking methods for restaurants looking to expand production or develop specialized menus.

Shaan Commercial Clay Tandoors

Shaan Tandoor is the brand that Nishi Enterprise has built much of its tandoor business around. These commercial gas clay ovens are designed for professional foodservice operations and combine traditional clay cooking with durable construction, insulation, and commercial safety features.

Shaan tandoors feature a thick stone clay cooking chamber that retains heat and radiates it throughout the oven. The gas burner heats the clay body, allowing chefs to cook breads against the interior wall while roasting meats, vegetables, and other foods on skewers.

Our Shaan tandoor selection includes five sizes:

• Shaan Catering Tandoor: A compact, mobile option for catering operations, events, and smaller cooking setups.
• 28-Inch Commercial Tandoor: Suitable for smaller restaurants, compact cooklines, or kitchens that need an additional tandoor.
• 30-Inch Commercial Tandoor: A practical option for restaurants that need commercial tandoor capacity but have limited floor space.
• 32-Inch Commercial Tandoor: Our most popular Shaan size, commonly selected by Indian restaurants that prepare naan, chicken tikka, kebabs, and other tandoori dishes throughout service.
• 34-Inch Commercial Tandoor: Designed for larger restaurants, banquet facilities, and high-volume kitchens that require additional cooking capacity.

Browse our complete Shaan Tandoor collection to compare available sizes, pricing, specifications, and individual models.

Rotoquip Commercial Naan Ovens and Automatic Kebab Grills

In addition to traditional clay tandoors, Nishi Enterprise offers Rotoquip commercial cooking equipment. As the exclusive distributor of Rotoquip in the United States, we provide restaurants with access to specialized equipment designed for flatbread and skewer-based cooking.

Rotoquip flatbread ovens provide an alternative to traditional clay tandoors for preparing naan, pita, roti, and other flatbreads. These ovens can be particularly useful for restaurants looking for a different cooking workflow or more consistent production methods.

Rotoquip automatic kebab grills use a rotating mechanism to turn skewers during cooking. They are designed for foods such as koobideh, seekh kebabs, chicken tikka, lamb, seafood, and vegetables, depending on the skewer and grill configuration.

Explore our Rotoquip collection to learn more about available commercial naan ovens and automatic kebab grilling equipment.

Commercial Tandoors for Indian, Pakistani, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean Restaurants

Although tandoors are closely associated with Indian cuisine, their applications extend well beyond traditional Indian restaurants. The high temperatures and radiant heat produced by a clay tandoor make these ovens useful for a wide variety of cuisines and restaurant concepts.

Indian restaurants commonly use tandoors for naan, garlic naan, tandoori roti, chicken tikka, tandoori chicken, seekh kebabs, paneer tikka, and roasted vegetables. Pakistani and Afghan restaurants may use similar clay ovens for traditional breads, kebabs, and roasted meats.

Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurants can also incorporate tandoor cooking into menus featuring flatbreads, skewered lamb, marinated chicken, grilled vegetables, and other high-heat specialties. A commercial tandoor can complement existing cooking equipment while offering a distinctive preparation method.

Our customers include:

• Indian and South Asian restaurants
• Pakistani and Afghan restaurants
• Middle Eastern restaurants
• Mediterranean restaurants
• Kebab and flatbread restaurants
• Hotels and banquet facilities
• Professional catering companies
• Commercial kitchens developing specialty menus

Whether you specialize in traditional tandoori cooking or want to introduce clay-oven dishes to a different cuisine, choosing the correct oven depends on your menu, production volume, and available kitchen space.

How to Choose the Right Commercial Tandoor Size

Commercial tandoor ovens are available in different sizes to accommodate a variety of restaurant layouts and cooking volumes. The size of the clay cooking chamber affects the amount of available wall space for bread preparation and the room available for skewers.

When selecting a tandoor, consider the following factors:

• Peak production volume: Estimate how many naan, rotis, kebabs, and other dishes you need to prepare during your busiest service periods.
• Kitchen space: Measure the available floor space, equipment clearances, and the dimensions of your cooking line.
• Menu requirements: Restaurants producing large quantities of bread and skewered meats may benefit from a larger cooking chamber.
• Ventilation: Confirm that your kitchen's exhaust and fire protection systems are appropriate for the equipment and comply with applicable local requirements.
• Gas requirements: Review the manufacturer's gas specifications and have a qualified professional confirm that the installation is suitable.
• Future growth: Consider whether your restaurant expects to increase production, expand seating, or add tandoor dishes to the menu.

For many Indian restaurant kitchens, the 32-inch Shaan tandoor is a popular choice because it provides a useful balance between cooking capacity and floor space. Smaller models may work well for compact kitchens, while the 34-inch model offers additional capacity for larger operations.

If you are uncertain which tandoor size to purchase, contact Nishi Enterprise before ordering. Our team can help you compare the available models based on your restaurant's specific needs.

What Makes a Commercial Clay Tandoor Different?

A traditional tandoor uses a clay cooking chamber to retain and radiate intense heat. In a gas-fired model, the burner heats the clay walls, which then transfer heat to food inside the oven. This allows chefs to attach naan and other breads directly to the interior surface while preparing skewered foods in the center of the cooking chamber.

Unlike conventional restaurant ovens, commercial clay tandoors provide a cooking environment suited to rapid browning, roasting, and the distinctive texture associated with tandoori foods.

Commercial tandoor construction is important because restaurant kitchens frequently operate equipment for extended periods. Shaan tandoors are manufactured with features such as:

• Thick stone clay cooking chambers
• Multiple layers of insulation
• Stainless steel exterior construction
• Reinforced clay body construction
• Commercial gas safety components
• Heavy-duty casters for positioning and service access

These features help make Shaan ovens suitable for demanding commercial kitchen environments.

ETL Certified Commercial Tandoor Ovens

Equipment certification is an important consideration when purchasing a commercial gas tandoor in the United States or Canada.

Shaan commercial tandoors have recognized ETL gas safety and sanitation listings. Depending on the model and applicable certification, these listings include standards such as ANSI Z83.11, CAN/CSA-1.8, and NSF/ANSI 4.

Before purchasing any commercial tandoor, verify the certifications for the specific model and confirm the requirements of your local building, fire, and health authorities.

Restaurants should also review ventilation, fire suppression, gas supply, clearances, and installation requirements with qualified local professionals before putting a new tandoor into service.

Tandoor Accessories, Skewers, and Replacement Parts

A commercial tandoor station requires more than the oven itself. Restaurants also need suitable cooking tools, skewers, and maintenance components to support daily operation.

Nishi Enterprise carries a wide selection of tandoor accessories for preparing naan, kebabs, chicken tikka, paneer, vegetables, and other tandoor dishes.

Popular accessories include:

• Stainless steel and traditional steel tandoor skewers
• Flat, square, and round skewers for different cooking applications
• Naan bread pads for placing bread on the clay wall
• Naan hooks and bread removing tools
• Replacement cooking and maintenance components

We also offer a dedicated tandoor replacement parts collection featuring components such as gas safety valves, thermocouples, baffle burner plates, lava rocks, and clay repair materials.

Access to replacement components can be an important consideration when selecting a commercial tandoor. Our team can assist customers with identifying compatible parts and maintenance supplies for their equipment.

Can You Use a Commercial Tandoor at Home?

Although the tandoors in this collection are primarily designed for commercial applications, some customers also purchase clay tandoors for private residences, outdoor kitchens, and personal cooking setups.

A home installation requires careful consideration of ventilation, gas connections, equipment clearances, local regulations, and the manufacturer's installation requirements. Contact Nishi Enterprise to discuss your intended application and determine which available equipment may be suitable.

Buy Commercial Tandoors from Nishi Enterprise

Nishi Enterprise has served the restaurant equipment industry since 2002, supplying commercial tandoors, specialized Indian cooking equipment, and general restaurant supplies to customers throughout the United States.

Our experience with Shaan Tandoor ovens, combined with our selection of Rotoquip equipment, tandoor accessories, and replacement parts, allows customers to source equipment and supporting supplies from one supplier.

Whether you are opening a new restaurant, replacing an aging clay tandoor, expanding your cooking capacity, or building a complete tandoor station, our team can help you explore available options.

Visit Our South Plainfield, New Jersey Showroom

Customers in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and surrounding areas are welcome to visit the Nishi Enterprise showroom and warehouse to explore commercial restaurant equipment in person.

Nishi Enterprise Inc.
4455 S Clinton Ave
South Plainfield, NJ 07080

Phone: (732) 790-0199
Email: sales@nishienterprise.com
Showroom Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM ET

Visit our Contact Us page for additional information, or contact our team to discuss commercial tandoor sizing, equipment specifications, accessories, replacement parts, and restaurant equipment quotes.

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