Stumbled upon this place randomly while spending the day in Olde City. We were welcomed warmly by a…read moreSwift, not sure if he's the original or not, but it's definitely family owned and operated. He was very kind, offering great cooking suggestions and conversation. He really knew his stuff, not only about his offerings but the local food scene in Philly. We were not in the market for some of his industrial cooking equipment such as deep fryers, meat slicers, ovens and wood fire pizza gear and such, but my daughter who is obsessed with cooking BEGGED to stop in. We were pleasantly surprised to find some fun cooking gadgets, utensils and food prep equipment in the back...at a steal, too! We bought a 6 pack of plastic squeeze bottles for oils and icings cheaper than buying them one at a time any where else! We bought ladles in a few sizes...some small enough for pancake mix dropping and others for hot pots at home. A really nice variety! We bought heavy duty spatulas and large brushes for marinating. The goods were excellent quality you won't see at big box stores and I'm still so impressed with the prices! It's definitely worth checking them out if you're even the slightest bit into cooking. We felt like kids in a candy store. There's a few 30 minutes loading zones in the area and one directly out front. They do take cards, even for the smaller purchase and the cashier was also very welcoming and kind. A fun stop I can see making again! We love, and are having fun cooking with everything we bought!

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I love this place! As a professionally trained baker who works from home, I'm always on the lookout…read morefor hard to find ingredients or my favorite name brand tools and pans. It's also a great place to find party supplies in bulk. Prices are reasonable and the employees are always friendly.

The staff is always knowledgeable, attentive and helpful. They know their stock and when asked if…read moreyou have it, they can tell you yes or no and what aisle it's in check out as quick and easy and they take everything to your car great place to shop.

Huge place with reasonably priced stuff. Got some cookware, some party stuff (disposable cups,…read moredelitainers) and some stainless steel cookware. Cashier suggested I sign up for a free 90 trial membership. It didn't ask my credit card info. Just let me enter my deets and that was it. Cool. Membership is $50 a year. If you get a lot of stuff often, it's worth it. On this trip alone, we saved $35 on what we got. And unlike the Restaurant Depot, they don't make you provide everything short of a DNA sample to get an account, and show proof of an incorporated business. I just wanted some freaking pots. Relax guys. Glad we drove past restaurant depot and came here instead. Staff are extremely kind and helpful. They will walk your order out to your car, and load it up for you. And? Not a single complaint or eye roll or rudeness for asking them questions. Just a lovely friendly attitude and a genuine request to come visit them again.

Amazing service. Always greeted when you come in. Even if they are far they will tel and make you…read morefeel seen and welcome. Always a helping hand nearby making sure your ok. And they pack the car. What better service could you ask for. Love it here! And definitely get the membership it's worth it. And trust you'll be back.

I have not been in years, however I used to love the quality of the food,the size and the price. I…read moredo plan on going back very soon. O and the employees were never nasty. I will give an update after my next visit.

My first time in there and I loved the place. Got tons of stuff in bulk for our friends BBQ. Prices…read moreare great and they serve ice cream by the bucket. We got home and grilled up burgers and hot dogs. I was on my second hamburger(with a hot dog in the middle) when I noticed a small bluish green spot on my bun. I showed it to my friend. "Yeah sometimes they fuck ya." He said and shrugged. I pulled the spot off and finished my burger.

Excellent staff Excellent cookware…read moreBulk tea and coffee Knives Cookbooks Coffee makers Must see!

Fante's is a kitchenwares shop, so it's the place to go if you need a new pot, a paring knife, an…read moreespresso maker, a rolling pin, a garlic peeler, etc. I stopped in with some friends today while we were exploring the Italian Market and found something I've been needing for my kitchen for a while. It's a nice store with friendly staff. Worth stopping by if you're exploring the neighborhood or if you need something for your kitchen.

Restaurant Equippers is a fun, moderately priced store that has tons of high quality gear for your…read morebudding restaurant or insane home kitchen. They don't require an official restaurant affiliation before you're let through the door and welcome the serious home cook. The layout is spacious and clean. Where other supply stores have a passing resemblance to a Sam's or Home Depot, Restaurant Equippers kinda felt like a Best Buy. There was plenty of open air space and the aisles did not feel claustrophobic at all.

Horrible experience!!! went to purchase a patriot liquid propane fryer model #PT-90C-LPG, was never…read moretold that you needed other parts for this unit to work with propane. Called back to store and was told they will not have the part in stock for several weeks then called customer service and was told they do not sale the liquid propane conversion hose at all. No one can give you the part names or sizes that you need. To get up and running. Use caution when patronizing this establishment!! Wish I can give zero stars!!!! Wasn't even greeted or approached as I walked in store.

Came here to buy restaurant grade china for my everyday dishes in my own home. Selection is of…read morecourse limited (any color you want as long as it's white!)...but to buy white porcelain dinner plates at about $5.00 each is perfect for me. I've purchased (and broken) far too many expensive "designer" dishes of inferior quality over the years (I'm talking about you RL Home with your overpriced pony-embossed ironstone junk). You have to buy in lots of 24, but that works out fine--it accounts for breakage down the line and a box of 24 plates costs little more than a complete place setting of the designer junk. The place is run by a father and son who really couldn't be any nicer or more accommodating. Call me a fan.

Nestled in a little street…read more Hidden Gem. Found Black roll baskets for a very reasonable price. Helpful staff and will definitely come through the neighborhood again.

Bought Sunset 750 heavy duty foil, and its so thin. I will NEVER, buy that brand again. 50 bucks…read morewasted. Sams Club is a better brand.

Great place for large supply needs. I would highly suggest if you own a business or catering…read moreservice obtain a membership and shop!

Very good shopping experience. I wish my neighborhood had a store like this, as they carry useful…read moreitems, like a hardware store. They also make keys.

When I was in Chinatown last weekend, I walked into Wayne Kee on a whim, and I am so glad that I…read moredid. You can think of Wayne Kee as the place you go to for affordable kitchen ware and supplies you didn't even know you needed. After spending only $35, I left with 4 tea infuser balls, 3 plastic squeeze bottles, 2 cooking thermometers, 1 sauce dispenser, and...*drumroll please* a new key. Yes, they make keys here, and for only $1 a piece. Highly recommend checking Wayne Kee out if you're in Chinatown!

Very Timely and honest service. They were very responsive, came the same day and offered sound…read moreadvice.

Timely and competent. After assessing the noise problem in my GE Hotpoint washer they returned…read morewith the obvious parts and replaced them. When some noise continued they ordered an additional spring and returned to replace it at no additional charge. Problem solved!