Utopia Vintage Steel Hammered Chip Cups 85mm (Pack of 12)

Name: Utopia Vintage Steel Hammered Chip Cups 85mm (Pack of 12)
Brand: Utopia
SKU: HX601
Price: 66.85 GBP
Availability: InStock

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These Utopia hammered steel chip cups are a practical serving vessel for casual dining operations looking to move away from traditional crockery for fries, wedges, and light snacks. The hammered finish gives a worn, industrial aesthetic that works well in pub kitchens, burger restaurants, street food concepts, and bistro settings where relaxed, informal presentation is part of the offer.

In a busy service environment, these cups earn their place through reliability rather than novelty. The stainless steel construction handles the repetitive demands of commercial dishwashing without deteriorating, and the consistent 85mm diameter makes portioning straightforward and repeatable across a pass — useful when managing food cost on side dishes and snacks.

Hammered stainless steel construction — withstands heavy commercial use and repeated dishwashing cycles
Consistent diameter supports reliable portion control across a service
The industrial aesthetic suits pub dining, casual restaurants, and street food concepts
Dishwasher-safe, simplifying post-service cleaning and turnaround
Supplied in a pack of 12, practical for stocking a section or supplementing existing covers

There are no installation requirements for serving vessels of this type, though it is worth considering whether the cup depth suits your intended portion size and presentation style before ordering in volume. The hammered finish may show water marks more readily than a brushed or mirror finish, so a quick wipe-down before plating keeps presentation consistent during service.

These cups are well suited to casual dining venues, pub kitchens, and quick-service restaurants serving sides and snacks. For operations needing a larger diameter or taller cup to accommodate bigger portions, alternative sizes within the range may be worth considering.

If you are putting together a tableware package or want to discuss how these fit alongside other serving pieces, the team is happy to help.

Frequently asked questions

How many chip cups do I need for a typical service cover?

As a general guide, most operations run between one and two cups per cover to allow for a wash cycle mid-service. A pack of 12 is typically enough to stock a small section, though higher-volume sites will want to hold two or three packs to maintain flow through a busy service.

Are these cups suitable for use in a commercial dishwasher on a regular basis?

Yes — stainless steel is well suited to commercial glasswasher and dishwasher cycles. It is worth noting that the hammered finish can show water spotting if cups are not dried or wiped before service, so a quick polish before plating helps maintain a consistent presentation.

What food applications are these cups best suited to?

They are commonly used for chips, fries, wedges, onion rings, and light snack portions in casual dining and pub kitchen settings. The 85mm diameter is well matched to a standard side portion — operators needing to serve larger or deeper portions may want to consider a wider or taller cup from the range.

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