Café Fit-Outs
Design, Fit-Out & Refurbishment
London Contractor • Prompt Estimates
Planning to Open or Refurbish a Café?
Vivanta works with café owners taking over existing premises, refreshing trading spaces or planning new openings across London.
We are a hands-on café fit-out contractor, best suited to small and medium projects where clear pricing, fast site visits and practical coordination matter.
We help with café refurbishments, coffee bars, service counters, seating areas, banquettes, flooring, lighting, finishes, bespoke joinery, prep areas and storage.
Site visits are arranged within 1–2 days where possible, and works can start once access, scope, materials and approvals are in place.
Book a free consultation using the form below or via Contact Us.
Cafe Fit-Outs
We deliver partial and full café fit-outs and refurbishments, from new openings to takeovers and trading café upgrades. Each space is planned around workflow, seating and customer movement.
We cover front and back-of-house areas, including coffee bars, service counters, display units, seating, banquettes, lighting, flooring, finishes, bespoke joinery, prep areas, storage and associated electrical and plumbing works.
Works can be phased around trading to reduce downtime where possible, with coordination for landlord requirements, inspections and compliance checks.
Bespoke Features
We design and build bespoke café features to suit each space’s layout, workflow and character. Our work includes custom coffee counters, back-bar shelving, pastry displays, feature partitions and branded focal elements.
We also deliver made-to-measure joinery and equipment integration, including coffee stations, under-counter refrigeration, display units and food preparation areas.
The result is a durable, well-integrated café space that supports staff workflow, service speed, cleaning access and daily use, while strengthening the identity of the business.
Project Management
We manage café refurbishment programmes for new openings, takeovers and operational upgrades. We understand that time on site affects rent-free periods, opening dates, staff planning and trading revenue.
We can help develop practical layouts, technical details and design information, or work with existing drawings and specifications where these are already in place.
We coordinate trades, site sequencing, inspections, landlord requirements and compliance checks, helping keep the project organised and documented from start to handover.
Why Choose Vivanta
One Contractor
All trades coordinated under one programme, removing the need to manage multiple contractors.
Compliance Coordination
Building control, landlord and trade requirements coordinated where needed.
Café Specialists
Focused specifically on café fit-outs, with layouts planned around smooth flow and daily operation.
Built Around Opening Dates
Works are planned to reduce downtime and support agreed opening dates.
Clear Scope & Budget
Focused on café projects with clear scopes, realistic budgets and practical delivery.
Clear Communication
One direct point of contact throughout the project, with clear pricing and updates.
How We Build & Install
Expert Joinery
We design and build bespoke joinery specifically for cafés and coffee shops, where flow, durability, storage and speed of service matter as much as appearance. From counters and bar fronts to banquette seating, wall panelling, shelving and back-of-house storage, each element is built around how the space actually operates.
All joinery is made to measure using commercial-grade materials and installed by our team, with day-to-day use, cleaning, staff movement and equipment integration all considered as part of the design. Whether it is a targeted upgrade or part of a full café or coffee shop fit-out, we manage the process from detailing and manufacture through to installation, coordinating works to reduce disruption.
Glass & Mirrors
We design, supply and install glass and mirror features for cafés and coffee shops, including safety glass partitions, doors, screens, balustrades, feature glazing and reflective panels. These elements help define customer and service zones, improve light and create a cleaner, more open and refined interior.
All systems are specified for commercial use, including toughened or laminated safety glass, with careful attention to durability, ease of cleaning and day-to-day practicality. Whether the goal is separation, protection or visual impact, each element is integrated to suit the layout and operation.
Questions We’re Asked
What’s a typical Cafe fitout budget?
Most café refurbishments and fit-outs we take on are usually between £15,000 and £75,000+, depending on size, services, bespoke joinery, finishes and programme. We also carry out smaller joinery-only packages such as coffee bars, counters, back bars, banquette seating and display units — please see our dedicated Joinery page above. Larger or phased café projects are also considered.
How long does a café refurbishment take?
A typical café refurbishment takes 2–5 weeks, depending on the size of the space and whether the works involve a minor upgrade, a partial refurbishment, or a full fit-out.
How quickly can you start?
In many cases, works can begin within 3–5 days once scope and drawings are agreed. The programme is then structured around lead times and opening deadlines.
Do you handle drawings and design?
Yes. We provide budget layouts, technical drawings, and full design packs where required, including joinery detailing and M&E coordination.
Can you manage building control?
Yes. We can manage building control, ventilation, fire safety, and compliance requirements as part of the project.
Can you work weekends?
Yes. Where needed, works can be phased across evenings, weekends, and quieter trading periods to minimise café disruption and downtime.
Do you only work on cafés?
Cafés are a core focus of our fit-out work, alongside restaurants, wine bars and coffee shops.
Contact Us
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What Happens Next
A short email to clarify your plans
Guidance on budget and options
