Founded in Los Angeles in 1957 by Peter Spenuzza Sr. Imperial is now owned by Peter Spenuzza Jr. The company started by making broilers and griddles for regional steak houses. Today, Imperial manufactures a full line of high quality USA-made commercial cooking equipment that is sold throughout the world to hotels, resorts, institutions and restaurant chains. For over 60 years, quality, performance and durability has remained the cornerstone of Imperial.