Disposable Plates & Bowls

Disposable tableware for busy food service

Disposable plates and bowls help keep food service moving when washing up is not realistic or when you need to clear tables quickly. They are easy to put out for workplace lunches, visitor catering, shared kitchens, staff birthdays and office celebrations, as well as corporate lunches, buffets and temporary service points.

The range includes 9" white paper plates, 9" round bagasse plates, 10" round bagasse plates and 16oz round bagasse bowls. These straightforward formats are easy to keep stocked for light meals, snacks, sandwiches, cakes, buffet food and casual hot or cold food service.

Paper plates for lighter food

The 9" white paper plate is a familiar everyday format and a cost-effective option for lighter, drier food. Use it for birthday cake, sandwiches, pastries, dry snacks, party food and buffet items. It works well when you need a simple plate for an office celebration, school fair, community event or café counter without adding to the washing-up.

For meeting catering and shared workplace areas, paper plates can be especially handy for serving cakes, pastries and sandwiches neatly. They are also a sensible choice for event organisers and community groups putting out food for a large number of people.

Bagasse plates and bowls for more substantial portions

Bagasse plates are made from moulded plant fibre and have a sturdier feel than basic paper plates. The 9" and 10" round formats are better suited to warmer, heavier or more substantial food, including buffet meals, street food portions, rice dishes, salads, cakes, pastries, sandwiches and canteen lunches.

The natural finish gives bagasse tableware a modern look for cafés, food vans, outdoor catering and events. It is a strong choice when the food being served needs more support than a light paper plate, whether you are arranging a staff lunch, running a pop-up food point or serving guests at a casual dining event.

When to choose a 16oz bowl

The 16oz bagasse round bowl provides more depth than a flat plate. It is a handy format for salads, rice dishes, pasta, chilli, curry, fruit, desserts, breakfast bowls, sides and buffet portions. It can also be used for casual hot or cold meals where a plate would be less convenient.

For soups, broths and very liquid dishes, dedicated soup pots with matching lids are usually the better option. Check the individual product page for the latest material, size and usage guidance before ordering for a particular menu.

Where disposable plates and bowls work well

• Offices and workplaces: meeting lunches, visitor catering, staff birthdays, shared kitchens and office celebrations.
• Catering and events: buffets, corporate lunches, weddings, parties, conferences and temporary food service.
• Cafés and casual dining: cakes, snacks, sandwiches, salads, sides, light meals and quick service.
• Schools and community venues: school fairs, sports days, fundraisers, clubs, halls, parties and seasonal events.
• Food vans and pop-ups: casual meals, street food portions, outdoor catering and mobile food service.
• Buffets and self-serve food: sandwiches, pastries, rice dishes, salads, pasta, desserts and party food.

Buying guidance for regular replenishment

Start with the food you are serving. Paper plates are best for light, dry items, while bagasse plates and bowls are a better fit for warmer dishes, heavier meals and larger portions. Keeping a mix of plates and bowls on hand can make it easier to cover everyday staff catering as well as occasional events.

Buying disposable plates and bowls in bulk can help keep your cupboard stock simple and cost per serve controlled. For a complete foodservice order, browse related categories for napkins, wooden and paper cutlery, food boxes, soup pots, deli bowls, cups and other foodservice disposables. Keeping napkins separate from this collection makes it easier to find the right plates and bowls first.