Walk into a successful juice bar in Manhattan or a busy café in Long Island, and there's a decent chance you'll see a Ceado juicer behind the counter. Same goes for high-volume brunch spots in Brooklyn and health-focused restaurants across Nassau and Suffolk counties.
There's a reason Ceado has become the go-to brand for serious commercial juicing operations: these machines are built to handle real-world restaurant abuse without falling apart. But with three models in their lineup and prices ranging from under $2,000 to over $3,000, picking the right one matters.
We've sold and serviced Ceado juicers for years. Here's what you need to know.
What Makes Ceado Different
Before we get into individual models, let's talk about why Ceado stands out in the commercial juicer market.
They're genuinely quiet. Most commercial juicers sound like jet engines. Ceado's built their reputation on low-noise operation. If your juicer is visible to customers—or if you're working in a small space where noise matters—this is a bigger deal than you'd think.
They're built in Italy. Ceado manufactures in Florence, and you can tell the difference. The build quality is noticeably better than machines coming out of factories in Asia. Parts fit precisely. Motors run smoothly. These machines feel substantial when you're using them.
They're designed for high-volume use. A home juicer that gets used once a day is very different from a commercial machine that needs to run hundreds of cycles during service. Ceado's commercial juicers are engineered for continuous operation without overheating or breaking down.
They're surprisingly easy to clean. Commercial kitchens don't have time for complicated teardowns. Ceado juicers disassemble tool-free, and most parts are dishwasher-safe. That ten minutes you save on cleanup adds up fast.
The Ceado ES-500: Best for Cafés and Lower-Volume Operations
The ES-500 is Ceado's compact model, and it's become incredibly popular with NYC and Long Island cafés adding juice to their menu.
Price: $1,950
Best for: Cafés, small restaurants, businesses serving 30-50 juice drinks per day
What it does well: The ES-500 packs serious capability into a smaller footprint. It handles fruits and vegetables efficiently, runs quietly enough for front-of-house use, and takes up minimal counter space. If you're launching a juice program and don't want to commit massive space or budget, this is usually where we recommend starting.
The motor is plenty powerful for café volumes—you're not going to bottleneck during a busy morning rush. And because it's the entry-level model, the price point makes the investment less scary for businesses testing juice for the first time.
The limitation: It's not built for all-day continuous use at high volume. If you're planning to run a dedicated juice bar serving 100+ drinks per day, you'll want to step up to the ES-700 or ES-900.
The Ceado ES-700: The Sweet Spot for Most Juice Operations
The ES-700 is probably the most popular Ceado model we sell, and for good reason—it hits the perfect balance of capability, durability, and price.
Price: $2,695
Best for: Juice bars, high-volume brunch restaurants, businesses serving 50-150 juice drinks per day
What it does well: This is a workhorse machine. Bigger motor than the ES-500, larger feed chute (which means less prep time), and built to handle sustained high-volume use. It's still quiet—quieter than most centrifugal juicers—and the juice quality is excellent.
The ES-700 is what you see in successful juice bars across NYC and Long Island that aren't quite at industrial scale. It can keep up with weekend brunch rushes. It runs reliably shift after shift. And it's priced at a point where the investment makes sense for most serious juice operations.
If you're trying to decide between the ES-500 and ES-700, ask yourself this: Will you be making juice continuously for hours at a time? If yes, spend the extra $750 for the ES-700. You'll make it back in reduced downtime and maintenance costs.
The Ceado ES-900: Built for High-Volume Juice Bars
The ES-900 is Ceado's heavy-duty production model. This is what you buy when juice isn't just part of your menu—it IS your menu.
Price: $3,310
Best for: Dedicated juice bars, high-volume operations serving 150+ drinks per day, businesses bottling juice for retail
What it does well: Everything. The ES-900 has the most powerful motor in the Ceado lineup, the largest feed chute, and the most robust construction. It's designed to run continuously, all day, every day. If you're serving 200 juice drinks during a busy Saturday, this machine won't even break a sweat.
The juice yield is slightly better than the smaller models—when you're juicing hundreds of pounds of produce per week, that efficiency adds up. And the build quality means this machine will still be running strong five years from now.
The limitation: It's expensive, and it takes up more counter space. If you're a café adding juice as a menu enhancement, you don't need this level of equipment. But if juice is central to your business model, it's worth every penny.
Common Questions About Ceado Juicers
Are Ceado juicers really quieter than other brands?
Yes, noticeably. If you've ever worked next to a loud centrifugal juicer, you'll appreciate the difference. Ceado's motors are designed for low-noise operation, and they deliver. You can hold a conversation standing next to a running ES-700—try that with most commercial juicers.
How long do Ceado juicers last?
With proper maintenance (regular cleaning, replacing wear parts as needed), we see Ceado juicers running strong after 5-7 years in busy commercial environments. They're built to last, which is part of why the upfront cost is higher than cheaper alternatives.
What's the warranty?
Ceado juicers come with manufacturer warranties (typically 1-2 years depending on the model). As an authorized dealer, we help you navigate warranty claims and connect you with service support when needed.
How hard are they to clean?
Easier than most commercial juicers. The key components disassemble without tools, and most parts are dishwasher-safe. Figure 10-15 minutes for a thorough cleaning, which is about half the time some other brands require.
Can they handle citrus?
Yes, but citrus needs to be peeled first. If you're doing high-volume citrus juicing (think fresh OJ for brunch service), a dedicated citrus juicer is more efficient. But for mixed juice programs where you're doing both citrus and vegetables, Ceado's vegetable juicers handle citrus just fine.
Where can I buy Ceado juicers in NYC and Long Island?
You're looking at it. We're an authorized Ceado dealer serving NYC and Long Island, which means you get factory-backed warranty support, local service, and someone who actually knows these machines when you have questions. We stock the ES-500, ES-700, and ES-900—check current availability here.
Which Ceado Should You Buy?
Here's the short version:
Choose the ES-500 if: You're a café or small restaurant adding juice to your menu, you're doing under 50 drinks per day, or you need to keep the initial investment under $2,000.
Choose the ES-700 if: You're running a juice bar or high-volume restaurant, you need reliable performance during peak hours, and you want equipment that'll last for years. This is the model most NYC and Long Island juice operations end up with.
Choose the ES-900 if: Juice is your primary business, you're doing 150+ drinks per day, or you're bottling juice for retail. The extra capability and durability justify the higher cost.
Still not sure? That's what we're here for. We can talk through your specific volume, menu, and space constraints and help you figure out which model makes the most sense for your operation.
See all Ceado models and current pricing or contact us for a consultation.
Juicer Joe is an authorized Ceado dealer serving NYC and Long Island. We provide equipment consultation, local delivery, setup support, and ongoing service for all Ceado commercial juicers.
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