Strategic lighting concepts for restaurants and catering establishments
Why professional lighting design is crucial in the catering industry
The success of a restaurant depends not only on the food – how dishes are presented in the light is also crucial. Kent Lighting positions catering lighting not only as decoration, but as a professional tool for increasing customer satisfaction, atmosphere and turnover.
Detailed information and technical data on our luminaires can be found on the product page for LED luminaires for restaurants.
Colour rendering & CRI: Why CRI 90 is the gold standard
Natural colours for perfect presentation
A high CRI value ensures that food shines in its natural colours. Our LED solutions with CRI 90+ make meat, salads and desserts look vibrant and appetising – ideal for social media-worthy photos.
R9 value for saturated red and orange tones
Warm colours play a particularly important role in the catering industry. With R9-optimised luminaires, meat and vegetable dishes, for example, appear particularly realistic.
Choosing the right lighting is crucial for creating the right atmosphere – our LED lights for catering projects are optimally designed for this purpose.
Intelligent control: maintain atmosphere & reduce energy costs
Dynamic scenarios
From bright lunches to atmospheric evening dinners – dimmable LED lights create the right atmosphere at any time.
Efficient thermal management
Our LEDs convert energy into light in an optimal way, reduce heat generation and relieve the air conditioning system – up to 15% additional energy savings.
Daylight harvesting
Sensor-based control automatically adjusts light intensity to daylight conditions, saving up to 30% energy.
The CRI, R9 and UGR values defined in the planning can be precisely implemented with our professional LED luminaires for restaurants.
Kent Leuchten as a project partner: support in every phase of the project
Technical support for architects and engineers
We provide measurement reports, standard certificates and DIALux simulations to facilitate technical approval.
Design support from our in-house team
If there is no architect involved in the project, we provide support with concept development, product selection and tailor-made solutions.
DIALux lighting calculations for precise planning
Precise calculation of the number of luminaires, positioning and lux intensities before installation begins.
On-site supervision and after-sales support
If required, our experts will supervise the installation on site and ensure that everything goes according to plan.
Detailed information and technical data on our luminaires can be found on the product page for LED luminaires for restaurants.
Technical target values & standards for catering lighting
Area: Dining area
Recommended lux values: 300–500 lx
Colour temperature: 2700–3000 K
Notes: Warm, inviting light
Area: Kitchen/preparation area
Recommended lux values: ≥500 lx
Colour temperature: 4000 K
Notes: Clear view of food colours
Area: Bar/lounge
Recommended lux values: 150–300 lx
Colour temperature: 2700 K
Notes: Atmospheric, relaxing
Area: Shop window / buffet
Recommended lux values: 500–800 lx
Colour temperature: 3000 K
Notes: Accentuation & presentation
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UGR <19: Glare-free lighting, especially above tables
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CRI ≥90: Natural colour rendering for food
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R9 optimised: Bright red and orange tones
You can find an overview of our LED lights for catering projects here.
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about catering lighting
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Why CRI 90 instead of CRI 80?
CRI 80 makes colours appear flat; CRI 90 shows warm colours realistically and increases the visual appeal of food.
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What colour temperature is suitable for tables?
2700–3000 K (warm white) for a cosy, relaxed atmosphere. -
How is glare avoided?
UGR <19, honeycomb filters and deep-drawn reflectors direct light onto tables. -
Are there any special requirements for kitchen lighting?
≥500 lx and 4000 K (neutral white) for optimal visibility of food. -
Do automation systems really reduce energy costs?
Yes, dimmable scenarios and sensors save up to 30–50% electricity. -
Do I have to replace my existing rail system?
No, our retrofit solutions fit into existing 3-phase systems. -
Can I operate lighting controls via smartphone?
Yes, with Casambi or Bluetooth solutions, you can control all scenarios on the go. -
How durable are the luminaires?
High-quality drivers and heat sinks guarantee over 50,000 hours of operation. -
Does Kent Leuchten only offer products or full service?
On request, including DIALux simulations, measurement reports and supervision. -
Will I receive support if I encounter installation problems?
Yes, remotely via video or on site by our supervisors.
Further solutions from Kent Leuchten
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[LED lighting for fashion retailers and chain stores]
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[Indoor lighting solutions]
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[Outdoor lighting solutions]