Commercial Kitchen Rental
A commercial kitchen co-working space for Toronto’s growing food community.
Our Commercial Kitchen is a welcoming space for food ideas to grow and mature. For start-ups, small food producers, food businesses, and bakers to create and share your food dreams.
Ready to break out of your home kitchen and take your food business to the next level? We provide a DineSafe-certified commercial kitchen that feels like your home but with all the tools and space you need to grow your business.
Join our group of like-minded foodies and make your small food business dreams come true!
Kitchen Rentals
Fully equipped, health-inspected kitchen space that’s ready when you are. Perfect for small-batch production or scaling up.
Community Connections
Tap into our network of local businesses, mentors, and potential collaborators to grow your brand.
Business Support
Guidance and resources to navigate the challenges of running your business, from pricing strategies to licensing and marketing.
The Incubator
$2,295 per 4-week block
3-block minimum commitment required
For serious food entrepreneurs ready to build and grow with the support of an experienced team, a vibrant community, and space to scale.
This all-in, business-building package gives you hands-on support, consistent kitchen access, and the chance to test, connect, and grow — all under one roof.
What’s included:
48 hours of pre-booked kitchen production time per 4-week block
1:1 business coaching sessions to help with strategy, operations, and goal setting
Access to our Incubator WhatsApp group for ongoing support, resource sharing, and peer connection
Use of the kitchen’s commercial equipment: ovens, cooktops, 20 qt mixer, small wares, knives, and more
Dry and cold storage on site for your ingredients and tools
Autonomous kitchen access via secure lockbox system
Client pickup coordination through our coffee shop front
One retail popup opportunity per block in our storefront
4 additional hours of non-production space use (ideal for photography, client meetings, or co-working)
Feature in our "Made at The Magpie" marketing series
Opportunities to meet potential customers and get real-time product feedback
This is our most supportive plan — ideal for business owners who want guidance, consistency, and visibility while growing a food business with impact!
Kitchen Membership Packages
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to grow, our flexible 4-week membership packages give you access to a professional kitchen, tools, storage, and a supportive community of food entrepreneurs.
All packages include pre-booked kitchen time, on-site dry and cold storage, autonomous access via lockbox, and the ability to offer client pickups through our coffee shop.
Choose the package that fits your current goals — and grow from there.
Starter Plan
$765 per 4-week block
For side hustlers and solo makers who need a licensed kitchen to start producing.
Includes:
16 hours of pre-booked kitchen time
On-site dry and cold storage
Full access to commercial equipment: ovens, cooktops, 20 qt mixers, small wares, knives, and more
Autonomous kitchen access via lockbox code
Client pickup during your shift
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Pro Plan
$1,949 per 4-week block
For food businesses building momentum and ready for regular production and retail testing.
Includes:
48 hours of pre-booked kitchen time
One popup retail opportunity per 4-week block
On-site dry and cold storage
Full access to commercial equipment: ovens, cooktops, 20 qt mixers, small wares, knives, and more
Autonomous kitchen access via lockbox code
Client pickup during your shift
Feature in our “Made at The Magpie” marketing
Need a short term kitchen rental?
Hourly Kitchen Rentals
Need kitchen space for a day? Our hourly rentals are ideal for food entrepreneurs working on one-off orders or special events — and just as useful for home cooks prepping for a big family meal or doing some serious canning and preserving.
No business insurance required for personal use.
Hourly rentals are $160 for a 4-hour pre-booked shift, with the option to extend (pending availability) at $40/hour.
Add overnight storage starting at $15 if you need to leave items on-site between shifts.
Includes full access to our commercial kitchen, tools, and equipment — everything you need to get the job done right.
Details
The Magpie Incubator Kitchen offers:
Stainless steel prep tables
Commercial Convection ovens
Domestic electric ceramic top stove with oven
Domestic fridges with freezer compartments
Chest freezers
Two and 3-compartment sinks + handwash sink
Commercial sanitizing dishwasher
Dry and cold storage is available for an additional fee
Small appliances: Vitamix, microwave, food processor, induction hot plates, KitchenAid mixer, 20qt commercial mixer
Assorted pots, pans, trays, bowls, knives, cutting boards, dishware, glassware and cutlery
PLEASE NOTE: We do not have walk-in refrigeration, gas ovens or cooktops, flat-top griddle, fryers or a gas grill.
Requirements
All kitchen clients must:
Provide a current Food Handler's certificate
Proof of $2mil commercial liability insurance (for commercial renters who will be selling product)
Obtain a Special Occasion Permit for alcohol service if applicable
Remove personal equipment, products, and ingredients after shift; overnight storage is available for an additional fee
Supply disposables (tin foil, cling film, parchment etc.), aprons, hair nets, gloves, and linens
Clean up after your shift as outlined in the closing checklist; remove garbage, replace/repair damaged items
Tenant Spotlight: What Our Clients Say
“I am a home based baker. I wanted to explore a commercial kitchen for few hours to take the feel of it. The Magpie rented out their space for me. I had a great time here. You will find all the commercial equipment you need. I see myself using the commercial space often.”
— Varsha, Your Happy Baker
“The Magpie commercial kitchen provides invaluable support to small, growing businesses like mine. It represents the power of community and creativity.
The space is functional, clean, and provides everything we need. We love producing pancakes here and can't say enough about how integral it has been to the success of our business.”
— Kailey, STAC(s)
“The Magpie is truly a place full of food adventures! I've collaborated with them and have rented their space as well. Their events, classes, kitchen space and owners have been wonderful in bringing the community together!”
— Amanda, Earth Made Kitchen
FAQs
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Yes, the kitchen can be rented for many different uses, including commercial food preparation, menu testing, tastings, and occasional production.
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The minimum is 4 hours. The rental fee is $40/hour + HST
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Our kitchen is open from 7am to 11pm, 7 days a week and rentals are subject to availability.
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We require a copy of your current Food Handlers certificate and commercial renters must name The Magpie Incubator on their commercial liability insurance for the duration of the rental.
Once we confirm that your desired date and time are available, we require a damage deposit of $300 to secure your spot. The damage deposit is refundable once the kitchen has been inspected by the Kitchen Manager and is deemed clean and free of damaged items.
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The facilities are not able to accommodate any deep frying and this type of equipment is not part of the kitchen rentals. Due to the nature of a shared kitchen we cannot guarantee our facilities are free of any food allergens. Nuts, wheat, dairy products may be used in the kitchen and all ingredients must be in sealed containers.
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The kitchen has all the basic smallwares and cookware available for client use: Vitamix blender, microwave, food processor, induction hot plates, as well as a collection of pots, pans, trays, bowls, knives, cutting boards, etc. We also have dishware, glassware, and cutlery.
You will find stainless steel tables, an electric stove with oven, domestic fridges with freezer compartments, chest freezers, convection ovens, 20qt commercial mixer, a two-compartment sink and sanitizing dishwasher.
Clients will need to provide their own storage containers, saran wrap, parchment paper, kitchen towels, single use gloves, and trash bags. Clients may also bring any unique items they need for their own specific use.
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Yes! Dry, refrigerated and freezer storage is included while working in the kitchen under your reserved time. Overnight storage starts at $15 per night for short term rentals and is included in our Membership Packages.
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While we can not accommodate a full ghost kitchen setup, if you would like to arrange for client pickups during your booked shift, please ask for details. Additional fees may apply.
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We love making new foodie friends! Especially if your product is small-batch and made locally here in Canada. Contact us at shop@messhall.to and let's talk!