AFS Reps Announces Grand Opening of New Test Kitchen & Showroom

Join Us for an Open House on January 22–23, 2026

After many months of planning, building, and refreshing a previously outdated space, AFS Reps is excited to officially open the doors to our brand-new test kitchen and showroom. We are thrilled and relieved to share that the space is finally ready, and we invite you to celebrate this milestone with us during a two-day open house event in January.

Save the Dates

  • Date/Time: 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 22

  • Date/Time: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23

  • Location: AFS Reps Headquarters, N8W22520 Johnson Dr., Suite A, Waukesha, WI 53186

This will be an open house-style event, so there is no need to RSVP. Simply stop by at a time that works best for you. Food and beverage offerings will be available throughout both days, with selections appropriate for the time of day you attend.

Inside the New 1,800 Sq. Ft. Test Kitchen & Showroom

Our approximately 1,800 square foot test kitchen and showroom is filled with the latest innovations in commercial foodservice equipment and supplies, including:

  • Tabletop and storage solutions

  • Coffee and beverage equipment

  • Bakery and blending equipment

  • Refrigeration and ice machines

  • Vented and ventless cooking

  • Speed ovens

  • Catering equipment

  • Shelving systems

  • Plumbing fixtures

  • Countertop equipment

  • Emerging products and industry innovations

This space was designed to be hands-on, flexible, and welcoming so visitors can truly experience equipment in action.

Why We Built the AFS Test Kitchen

The purpose of our test kitchen is simple but powerful: to give our customers a true “try before you buy” experience. Rather than relying on brochures or specifications alone, visitors can test equipment in a low-pressure, comfortable, and consultative environment.

Our showroom and kitchen allow us to communicate clearly with the foodservice dealer community about:

  • Why one piece of equipment may be a better solution than another

  • How different brands meet different operational needs

  • What solutions best fit an end user’s unique menu, workflow, and budget

Who Can Use the Space

The AFS test kitchen and showroom are available to all segments of the commercial foodservice industry, including dealers, operators, consultants, and manufacturers. We encourage guests to return often to test new menu ideas, explore concepts, and stay up to date with what is new and exciting in the industry.

A Local Resource with a National Reach

One of the biggest benefits of our new office is the ability to welcome guests onsite, work closely with them face to face, and serve as a trusted local resource for supply and equipment brands located across the country. Our goal is to strengthen partnerships, provide education, and support better decision-making throughout the buying process.

Join Us and Celebrate

We are extending this invitation to owners, principals, upper management, and department heads, and we encourage you to share this information with your teams. The more people who experience the space, the better.

Come see, taste, and experience what is new in the foodservice industry. Celebrate with us as we unveil the AFS Reps test kitchen and showroom, and come back often to test new ideas and concepts.

If you have any questions before the event, please connect with your AFS representative or any member of our team.

Construction photos