Cups & bowls

Cups and Bowls for the Food Service Industry, Delis, and Take-Out

From small dip portions to larger deli or salad bowls, every business has different requirements for its food packaging. In the Cups & Bowls product category, restaurants, butcher shops, delicatessens, catering services, snack bars, and grocery stores will find a variety of sizes for portioning, product presentation, storage, and takeout sales.

In addition to individual cups and bowls, the product range also includes matching lids. When making your selection, you should pay particular attention to filling volume, rim dimensions, material, and intended use. Specific information regarding food contact and applicable temperature ranges can be found directly with each product listing.

Deli Cups for Salads, Spreads, and Prepared Foods

Round and square deli cups in various sizes are available for meat salads, fish salads, antipasti, spreads, cream cheese preparations, and other portioned foods.

Depending on the product, you can choose from options made of materials such as PP, PS, or heavy-duty paper. Transparent versions allow a direct view of the contents, while white or brown cups support a different product presentation.

Dressing cups for dips, sauces, and small portions

Dressing cups with varying capacities are ideal for smaller quantities such as dressing, mayonnaise, ketchup, dips, or sauces.

These compact portion sizes are particularly useful for snack bars, food trucks, delivery services, catering, and restaurants. Depending on the series, matching lids are available separately or are already included with the product.

Rectangular trays for meat, deli items, and larger portions

Rectangular packaging trays offer a practical base area and are available in various heights and capacities. Depending on the design, they are suitable, for example, for meat and deli products, cheese, deli salads, antipasti, fish, vegetables, and prepared meals.

Our product range includes, among other items, transparent and white rectangular trays made of PP, PET, or PS, as well as matching lid solutions. The respective rim dimensions help you select the right lid.

Cups for Desserts, Ice Cream, and Sweet Treats

Special cup shapes and sizes are available for ice cream, desserts, and portioned sweet treats. Discover our ice cream cups and dessert cups.

Depending on the product, you’ll find options made of heavy-duty paper or plastic, as well as matching lids and accessories. This allows ice cream shops, cafés, catering companies, and restaurants to select the packaging size that best suits their offerings.

Berry Trays and Fruit Packaging for Farm Stores and Direct Sales

For fruit, berries, and other suitable fresh produce, you’ll find berry trays and other fruit packaging in various sizes.

These products are designed specifically for fruit farms, farm stands, farmers’ markets, and direct sellers. Which foods are intended for direct contact depends on the material and product specifications of the respective item.

Select the Right Material for the Application

The product range includes various materials such as PP, PET, PS, heavy-duty paper, bagasse, rPET, paper, and wood pulp. Which material is suitable depends on the food, temperature, desired presentation, and intended use.

Therefore, general statements regarding temperature resistance, microwave safety, freezing, or food contact cannot be applied to the entire product line. The specific applications that have been tested and are intended for use can be found directly in the product information.

Matching Lids for Cups and Containers

Many cups and bowls can be paired with a matching lid. The key factors here are the diameter or rim size, as well as the specific product series. If there are multiple cup sizes within a series, a common lid size can sometimes be used.

Therefore, when making your selection, please check the listed accessory pairings. This allows you to combine cups, bowls, and lids appropriately and order them specifically to meet your business needs.

For Restaurants, Butchers, Delis, and Catering

This product category is designed for a variety of commercial users: Restaurants and snack bars require portion-sized packaging for takeout and delivery services, while butcher shops and delicatessens need cups and bowls for counter service and retail sales. Catering companies and cafeterias use different sizes for food preparation, serving, and off-site catering.

You can find additional packaging solutions for professional use under “To-Go Packaging ” and “Foodservice Supplies & Packaging.”

For butcher shops and meat markets, you’ll find additional packaging and consumables under Butcher Shop Supplies. For reusable containers and cups, you can also explore our circ Nette Mehrweg line.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cups and Trays

Which cups and bowls are suitable for food?

Which foods are permitted to come into contact with a cup or bowl depends on the specific material and product. You’ll find detailed information regarding intended food contact directly on the product page.

What materials are used for cups and trays?

The product range includes, among others, PP, PET, PS, hard paper, bagasse, rPET, paper, and wood pulp. The material, design, and product properties vary depending on the product series.

Are there matching lids for the cups and bowls?

Matching lids are available for many items. Compatibility depends on the diameter, rim size, and product series. The corresponding accessories are listed directly with the products.

Can I use cups and bowls for hot food?

That depends on the specific product. Some products are designed for certain temperature applications or hot filling, while others are intended exclusively for cold foods. Therefore, please refer to the product-specific information.

Which sizes are suitable for the foodservice industry and delis?

Small cups, for example, are suitable for dips, sauces, and sample portions. Medium sizes are often used for deli items, salads, or spreads. Larger cups and bowls provide space for larger portions and prepared meals. The appropriate size depends on your product and the desired portion size.