Noise Considerations: Making Your Hoshizaki Bar-Friendly

Intro

Understanding noise considerations: making your hoshizaki bar-friendly is essential for bars, lounges, cafés, and any business where guests sit close to the equipment. A commercial ice machine is one of the hardest-working pieces of gear in a bar—and without proper planning, it can be one of the loudest. Noise affects ambience, bar drink presentation moments, customer comfort, and even staff workflow. This guide breaks down how to reduce noise, choose the right machine style, and create a quieter, more efficient bar environment.

Who It’s For

This guide is designed for bar owners, restaurant operators, café managers, hotel beverage teams, and anyone planning a new bar buildout or redesign. If you're choosing between compact undercounter units, modular ice bins, or high-volume