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APS Crocker Low Bowl 165mm Cream Melamine

SKU: HC729

£8.01(£9.61 inc VAT)
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The APS Crocker Low Bowl is a shallow, wide melamine bowl with a traditional profile and a contrast brown rim detail. Made from melamine, it sits at 40mm deep with a 165mm diameter — a format that works well for plated desserts or starters where you want to present food attractively but also need the bowl to contain a sauce or liquid element that a flat plate would not hold.

In practice, this style of bowl earns its place on the pass in operations serving pub-style desserts, casual dining menus, or set-menu covers where dishes such as sponge puddings, tarts with custard, or poached fruit are regularly plated. The low, open profile keeps presentation clean and visible without the dish looking lost in a deep bowl.

The melamine construction is a practical choice for busy front-of-house use:

  • Resistant to chipping and cracking under everyday service handling
  • Suitable for dishwasher use, which keeps turnaround straightforward during service
  • Suitable for microwave use where brief reheating of plated desserts is needed
  • The contrast brown rim adds a rustic, informal finish that suits relaxed dining environments

It is worth noting that melamine is not suitable for oven use and should not be used for very high-temperature applications. The 210g weight gives a reasonable sense of substance in the hand without being overly heavy for front-of-house staff carrying multiple covers.

This bowl is well suited to casual dining restaurants, pub kitchens, and café operations serving a regular dessert or starter menu. It is available in dark brown as well as cream, which allows a degree of consistency across a table setting or a deliberate contrast depending on preference. For operations needing larger or deeper serving vessels, other sizes and formats are available within the range.

If you are building a table setting around a particular style or need guidance on quantities for your cover count, our team is happy to help.

Frequently asked questions

Is this bowl suitable for serving hot dishes straight from the kitchen?

Yes, the melamine construction is suitable for microwave use, so brief reheating of plated desserts is fine. However, melamine should not be used in a conventional oven or placed in direct contact with very high heat sources, so it is best suited to dishes that are plated and finished rather than oven-to-table service.

How does the low bowl format compare to a standard dessert bowl for table service?

The shallow, wide profile works well where you want the food to be visible and attractively presented — dishes like tarts, sponge puddings, or poached fruit sit better in a low bowl than a deep one. If your menu leans more towards soups or dishes with a larger liquid volume, a deeper bowl would be more appropriate.

Is melamine a practical long-term choice for a busy front-of-house operation?

Melamine is widely used in high-turnover casual dining and pub environments because it resists the chipping and cracking that can affect ceramic over time. It is lighter than ceramic, which is useful when staff are clearing multiple covers, and it goes through a commercial dishwasher without issue. The trade-off is that it does not carry the same premium feel as porcelain, so it suits relaxed dining concepts better than fine dining.
APS Crocker Low Bowl 165mm Cream Melamine

£8.01(£9.61 inc VAT)

£8.01(£9.61 inc VAT)

The APS Crocker Low Bowl is a shallow, wide melamine bowl with a traditional profile and a contrast brown rim detail. Made from melamine, it sits at 40mm deep with a 165mm diameter — a format that works well for plated desserts or starters where you want to present food attractively but also need the bowl to contain a sauce or liquid element that a flat plate would not hold.

In practice, this style of bowl earns its place on the pass in operations serving pub-style desserts, casual dining menus, or set-menu covers where dishes such as sponge puddings, tarts with custard, or poached fruit are regularly plated. The low, open profile keeps presentation clean and visible without the dish looking lost in a deep bowl.

The melamine construction is a practical choice for busy front-of-house use:

  • Resistant to chipping and cracking under everyday service handling
  • Suitable for dishwasher use, which keeps turnaround straightforward during service
  • Suitable for microwave use where brief reheating of plated desserts is needed
  • The contrast brown rim adds a rustic, informal finish that suits relaxed dining environments

It is worth noting that melamine is not suitable for oven use and should not be used for very high-temperature applications. The 210g weight gives a reasonable sense of substance in the hand without being overly heavy for front-of-house staff carrying multiple covers.

This bowl is well suited to casual dining restaurants, pub kitchens, and café operations serving a regular dessert or starter menu. It is available in dark brown as well as cream, which allows a degree of consistency across a table setting or a deliberate contrast depending on preference. For operations needing larger or deeper serving vessels, other sizes and formats are available within the range.

If you are building a table setting around a particular style or need guidance on quantities for your cover count, our team is happy to help.