Square Plates
Square plates make food look plated rather than piled, which is why caterers use them for weddings, corporate events and canapés. Ours are moulded sugarcane fibre: rigid, oil resistant and microwave safe. Two sizes, 8 and 10 inch, from 8.8p a plate.
- 2sizes, 8 and 10 inch
- 8.8plowest price a plate, inc VAT
- Freenext working day UK mainland delivery
From 8.8p a plate
From 12.6p a plateNo plates match those filters.
How to choose square plates
Two sizes that match. Pick by the course.
8 inch or 10 inch?
- Starters and canapés
- Desserts and cake
- Children's portions
- Too small for a main
- Plated main courses
- BBQ and buffet mains
- Takes a knife and fork
- Microwave safe for reheating
Two courses? Buy both. They are the same finish, so starter and main match.
Square or round?
- Weddings and corporate events
- Lines up neatly on a buffet
- Looks like a restaurant plate
- Everyday takeaway and canteen
- More sizes, 7 to 12 inch
- Lower price per plate
Rule of thumb: if the plate is part of the presentation, go square.
What square plates handle
Both sizes are heavy-duty moulded sugarcane fibre, so they take hot, saucy and oily food, a steak knife, the microwave and the freezer.
- Not for a conventional oven or grill
- Microwave and freezer safe
- Cut resistant and oil resistant
Both square plates compared
Size, what it suits and the lowest price per plate, inc VAT.
| Plate | Size | Colour | Heat | Best for | From | Pack sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Inch Square Bagasse Plates | 8" square (20cm) | White | Hot food, microwave safe | Starters, desserts, canapés | 8.8p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 10 Inch Square Bagasse Plates | 10" square (25cm) | White | Hot food, microwave safe | Plated mains at weddings and events | 12.6p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
Who buys our square plates
Event caterers, wedding planners and restaurants with terraces order square plates.
Need square plates by the pallet?
Event caterers booking several weddings a season can put square plates on a mixed pallet of 50 or more boxes. The 10 inch square plate is 11.0p at wholesale, inc VAT. Wholesale starts at 50 full boxes, mixed across the range, with free pallet delivery in 2–3 working days.
Square Plates questions
Still unsure? Call 01234 867 727 or email info@askpackagingltd.com. We reply the same working day.
How are square plates measured?
Edge to edge: the 8 inch plate is about 20 x 20cm and the 10 inch about 25 x 25cm. The flat eating area inside the raised rim is smaller, so the 10 inch is the main-course plate and the 8 inch suits starters and desserts.
Are square bagasse plates microwave safe?
Yes. Square bagasse plates are microwave and freezer safe, and they resist oil and water, so saucy starters and desserts can be reheated on the plate.
Are square plates good for weddings?
Yes. Square plates give a styled, restaurant look. Many caterers use 8 inch for starters or dessert and 10 inch for the main.
How much do square plates cost?
From 8.8p a plate for 8 inch and 12.6p for 10 inch in the 500 pack, inc VAT. Smaller packs from 50 plates are available to test.
Are square plates compostable?
They are pressed sugarcane fibre with no wax and no plastic lining. The product page shows the certification that applies; for disposal, ask your waste contractor whether they take bagasse.
Buying square plates: a short guide
Planning plates for a plated event
For a two-course meal, order one 10 inch and one 8 inch square plate per guest and add 10% spare. For canapé or dessert stations, the 8 inch plate is the right size to carry with one hand.
Square plates versus round plates
Round plates cost less per plate, so they suit high-volume takeaway service. Choose square when presentation matters more than price per plate: weddings, product launches, tasting menus and anywhere people photograph the food.