Bottega Montalbano – Italian Deli & Gelateria, Tenterden

🍰 A Fresh, Elegant Transformation Behind a Beloved High Street Restaurant

👥 Client Background: A Longstanding Partner in Hospitality

This project continued our trusted relationship with the owners of Montalbano — a popular Italian restaurant on Tenterden High Street known for exceptional cuisine and warm service.

They sought to expand by creating a sophisticated deli and gelateria in a building behind the restaurant — transforming a once-functional space used for offices, storage, and light prep into an authentic Italian experience serving cakes, antipasti, and freshly made gelato.

🎯 Project Goals

• Transform a dated utility space into a stylish, customer-facing venue

• Deliver a front-of-house experience reflecting Italian tradition and warmth

• Build a small but efficient kitchen to support food prep and gelato production

• Integrate bespoke furnishings with professional-grade appliances

• Provide inviting indoor and outdoor seating

🛠️ Our Work: A Complete Turnkey Fit-Out

1️⃣ Full Interior Strip-Out and Reconfiguration

• Removed ceilings, fixtures, and select walls to open the space

• Created a natural flow for customer service and seating

2️⃣ Elegant Front-of-House Design

• Bespoke pastel-coloured bench seating for comfort and flair

• High-spec deli servery counters to showcase cakes, antipasti, and gelato

• Premium durable and stylish floor tiling

• Full installation including joinery, lighting, and electrical systems

3️⃣ Refined Kitchen and Back-of-House Upgrades

• Optimised kitchen layout for efficient workflow

• Supplied and installed professional kitchen appliances

• Completed all plumbing and electrical work

• Ensured compliance with hygiene and safety standards

4️⃣ Outdoor Area Enhancements

• Resin-bound flooring for durability and low maintenance

• Retractable awning for all-weather customer comfort

• Extended seating capacity and improved curb appeal

✅ Delivered Services

• Strip-out and reconfiguration of original interior

• Kitchen layout optimisation and fit-out

• Bespoke pastel bench seating and premium floor tiling

• Supply and installation of deli servery counters and catering equipment

• Complete electrical, plumbing, and lighting works

• Outdoor resin flooring and retractable awning

🌟 The Result: Bottega Montalbano – A Taste of Italy in Tenterden

The completed deli and gelateria is now a bustling destination, perfectly complementing the Montalbano restaurant nearby.

With its soft colour palette, elegant furnishings, and the aroma of fresh coffee and gelato, it captures the spirit of Italy in a charming and modern setting.

We’re proud to have helped our client grow their business with this beautiful new space.

📞 Ready to Bring Your Vision to Life?

Contact Kent Commercial Kitchens today!
Call us on 01304 249963 to discuss your project and discover how we can help transform your commercial space.

👉 Scroll down to view photos of the transformation from start to finish.