#darkkitchen

red passion meets black elegance

The UK ghost kitchen market has exploded to over 5,500 operations. Whether you're launching a Deliveroo brand or scaling a catering business, finding the right kitchen space is crucial.

**The basics:**

Ghost kitchens (also called dark kitchens or cloud kitchens) are delivery-only facilities with no customer-facing dining area. They're perfect for food entrepreneurs who want to focus on delivery platforms without the overhead of a full restaurant.

Shared commercial kitchens offer hourly or daily access, ideal for caterers, food trucks, and businesses testing new concepts. Prices typically start from £15/hour.

**What to consider:**

- **Location matters** - Being close to your delivery zone saves money and improves food quality on arrival

- **Equipment included?** - Some kitchens are fully equipped, others expect you to bring your own

- **Platform partnerships** - Deliveroo Editions offers free rent but requires exclusivity

- **Hidden costs** - Utilities, insurance, and storage can add 30-50% to advertised rates

**Finding kitchen space:**

[KitchenSpaceRentals](https://kitchenspacerentals.com/) lists 1,300+ verified commercial kitchens across 88 UK cities. You can compare ghost kitchens, dark kitchens, and shared spaces with real pricing.

Their [kitchen cost calculator](https://kitchenspacerentals.com/calculator) reveals the true total cost including hidden fees - essential before signing any lease.

**City guides:**

- [Ghost Kitchen London Guide](https://kitchenspacerentals.com/blog/ghost-kitchen-london-guide-2025) - £20-25k startup costs

- [Ghost Kitchen Manchester Guide](https://kitchenspacerentals.com/blog/ghost-kitchen-manchester-guide-2025) - £15-20k startup costs

- [Ghost Kitchen Birmingham Guide](https://kitchenspacerentals.com/blog/ghost-kitchen-birmingham-guide-2025) - £18k startup costs

**More resources:**

- [The Complete Guide to Renting a Commercial Kitchen in the UK](https://commercialkitchenuk.hashnode.dev/the-complete-guide-to-renting-a-commercial-kitchen-in-the-uk-2025)

- [How Much Does It Cost to Start a Deliveroo Business?](https://commercialkitchenuk.hashnode.dev/how-much-does-it-cost-to-start-a-deliveroo-business-in-the-uk-2025-breakdown)

- [Dark Kitchen vs Shared Kitchen: Which is Right for You?](https://commercialkitchenuk.hashnode.dev/dark-kitchen-vs-shared-kitchen-which-is-right-for-your-uk-food-business)

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