What is a bar mop towel?
A bar mop towel is a small, highly absorbent towel that is used in restaurants, bars, and commercial kitchens for cleaning surfaces, handling hot items, and maintaining hygiene. They are extremely versatile and yet somehow overlooked.
They play a crucial role in maintaining clean kitchens. Highly absorbent and sturdy, these kitchen towels are perfect for any busy restaurant or other food service establishment. Typically, wholesale bar mop towels are 100% cotton or a cotton blend. (There are also microfiber bar mops available as well.) Smaller and more lightweight than your average kitchen towel, they are meant to always be on hand.
Let’s take a look at one of the most versatile kitchen tools!
Let’s take a look at one of the most versatile kitchen tools!
Bar Mop Towels vs. Kitchen Towels
In a kitchen, the right tools make a difference. And that includes different types of towels. So give your team exactly what they need (and may have been missing). At first, bar mops and kitchen towels can seem indistinguishable.
White Bar Mop Towels
Smaller in size (usually around 16″ x 19″)
- Primarily made in cotton blend or cotton
Highly absorbent and soft
Used to wipe up spills on countertops
- Perfect for cleaning tables and bar tops
Compact and always on hand for everyone (back-of house and front-of house)
Kitchen Towels
Larger in size (usually 18″x 28″ to 20″x 30″)
Primarily made from 100% cotton
Excellent absorbency (as well) and soft
Used to dry (e.g. dishes, utensils) and handle hot pots
Chefs and cooks rely on them
Many of our New York and New Jersey weekly linen clients choose cotton bar mops, but we are happy to source a preferred towel. Don’t forget to add your team’s uniforms, table linens, and specialty event linens to your order.
Speak with a team member today.
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Key Features of Bar Mop Towels
Bulk bar mops serve a multitude of uses. They are perfect for back-of-house and front-of-house. It is why they are considered an essential tool among restaurants, caterers, and country clubs.
If you are looking for a one-towel solution, choose bar mops. While we listed the kitchen towel’s many uses, the bar mop is a perfect stand-in. (And they are quite the affordable alternative!)
Common Uses for Bar Mop Towels
Soak up spills
Wipe down any surface
Handle hot items
Clean plate prior to serving
Polish glassware and stainless steel
Place an order for your multi-purpose bar towels today and stop wasting money on paper towels. (It’s good for the environment too!)
Who Uses Bar Mop Towels?
The scaled-down kitchen cloth is an essential tool across many areas of the food and beverage industry. Commercial kitchens rely on them for quick cleanups and daily tasks. Front-of-house teams also uses them to keep tables, counters, and bar tops guest-ready throughout service. Their versatility makes them a staple in nearly every professional food service operation.
Professional Linen Rental Cleaning
Bar mop towels, chef wear, and table linens can become heavily soiled very quickly. Grease, oils, and food particles are difficult to remove using standard machines. Professional laundering uses commercial-grade detergents, proper water temperatures, and specialized processes designed to fully clean and sanitize. This ensures towels are returned fresh, absorbent, and ready. Trusting professionals helps protect both your staff and your guests.
Weekly Linen Rental Service
As a commercial linen provider, Bergen Linen understands that the idea of changing linen companies can be stressful. However, you should not be limited to unreliable service or poor quality products. You have a choice. Choose a vendor that understands your responsibilities to your guests.
Expect bar mop towels fresh and ready to do the dirty work every time. Bergen Linen services the New Jersey and New York Metro area. Speak with a Bergen Linen team member today by calling (800) 789-8115.
