Meet the New Café Counter-Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerators
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Café Appliances is bringing its signature style to a classic refrigerator configuration with its new collection of 36-inch counter-depth side-by-side refrigerators. Combining a streamlined profile with distinctive Café finishes and hardware, these new models offer a fresh take on the traditional side-by-side refrigerator.
The new collection includes six models available in Stainless Steel, White, and Black, with shoppers able to choose between internal and external water dispenser configurations. For homeowners looking for the convenient organization of a side-by-side refrigerator without sacrificing kitchen design, Café's latest lineup offers an exciting new option.
A Fresh Take on the Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Side-by-side refrigerators have remained a popular choice because of their simple and practical layout. Instead of placing the freezer below the fresh-food compartment, the refrigerator and freezer are positioned vertically next to each other.
This configuration keeps both fresh and frozen foods easily accessible without requiring a large bottom freezer drawer. It can also be useful in kitchens where there isn't a lot of room for wide refrigerator doors to swing open.
Café takes that familiar design and gives it a more premium appearance. Long statement handles, sleek doors, and distinctive finishes help these new models feel at home in modern and design-focused kitchens.
Six New Café Side-by-Side Refrigerators
The collection includes six new models across two dispenser configurations.
Internal Dispenser Models
External Dispenser Models
Offering both configurations gives homeowners more flexibility when deciding how they want their new refrigerator to look and function.
Internal or External Water Dispenser?
One of the main choices within the new Café collection is between an internal and external dispenser.
The CKE models feature an internal dispenser, allowing the front of the refrigerator to maintain a clean, uninterrupted appearance. With no dispenser on the exterior, the finish and Café's signature hardware become the focus.
For homeowners who prefer a more minimalist or design-forward kitchen, this configuration can be particularly appealing.
The CZE models feature an external dispenser, making it easy to access water without opening the refrigerator. This can be a convenient option for families and households that regularly use their refrigerator's dispenser throughout the day.
With both configurations available in all three finishes, shoppers can prioritize convenience or aesthetics without giving up their preferred color.
Designed With a Counter-Depth Profile
Another important feature of the new collection is its 36-inch counter-depth design.
Counter-depth refrigerators are designed to sit closer to surrounding cabinetry than many traditional standard-depth models. This reduces how far the refrigerator extends into the kitchen and can create a cleaner, more integrated appearance.
That streamlined profile can be especially beneficial in kitchens with an island or limited aisle space.
Combined with the side-by-side door configuration, the counter-depth design also helps make these refrigerators an attractive option for kitchens where space and door clearance are important considerations.
Three Distinctive Café Finishes
Café has become known for giving homeowners more freedom to personalize their appliances, and the new side-by-side collection continues that approach.
Stainless Steel offers a timeless and versatile appearance that works with virtually any kitchen style. It can coordinate easily with existing stainless appliances or serve as part of a complete Café kitchen package.
White provides a brighter and more design-focused alternative. Paired with Café's statement hardware, the White models offer a distinctive look that works especially well with natural wood, lighter cabinetry, and warm kitchen finishes.
Black creates the boldest look of the three. It can provide dramatic contrast against white or light-colored cabinetry while also fitting naturally into darker contemporary kitchens.
These options allow the refrigerator to become part of the kitchen's overall design rather than simply another appliance.
Why Choose a Side-by-Side Refrigerator?
For the right household, a side-by-side refrigerator offers several practical advantages.
Having the refrigerator and freezer compartments positioned vertically means frequently used frozen foods can be stored closer to eye level rather than at the bottom of the appliance. Shelving also makes it easier to organize frozen foods into different sections instead of stacking everything inside a drawer.
The narrower doors can also require less clearance when opened, which can be helpful in kitchens with islands, walkways, or other cabinetry positioned across from the refrigerator.
For homeowners who prefer organized shelving and easy access to both fresh and frozen foods, Café's new models provide those traditional side-by-side benefits in a much more design-conscious package.
Complete Your Café Kitchen
The new side-by-side refrigerators can also coordinate with Café's wider appliance collection.
Homeowners planning a renovation can pair their refrigerator with Café ranges, cooktops, wall ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, and other appliances to create a consistent look throughout the kitchen.
With multiple finishes and Café's recognizable hardware, it's easier to build an appliance package that feels intentionally designed rather than simply matched.
Shop New Café Side-by-Side Refrigerators at Plesser's Appliances
The new Café 36-inch counter-depth side-by-side refrigerators bring a fresh look to one of the most practical refrigerator configurations.
With six new models, internal and external dispenser options, counter-depth designs, and your choice of Stainless Steel, White, or Black, Café gives homeowners plenty of ways to find a refrigerator that complements their kitchen and everyday routine.
Explore the new Café side-by-side refrigerators at Plesser's Appliances and find the right model for your kitchen.
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