Steelite Monaco White Bowls 130mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Steelite Monaco White range is a well-established choice for operators who need tableware that performs consistently across busy service periods without compromising on presentation. These 130mm bowls are made...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Bowls
- Diameter
- 130
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Product Description
The Steelite Monaco White range is a well-established choice for operators who need tableware that performs consistently across busy service periods without compromising on presentation. These 130mm bowls are made from alumina vitrified ceramic, a material known in the trade for combining a lighter, whiter appearance with a notably tougher body than standard vitrified china. The result is a bowl that reads as fine dining on the table but holds up reliably in a professional wash cycle.
In practical terms, alumina vitrification improves resistance to chipping, crazing, and the thermal stress that comes from repeated dishwasher use in high-volume environments. The Monaco White body has a warm translucency that works well under restaurant lighting — it presents cleanly without looking clinical, which makes it a common choice for fine dining, hotel restaurants, and brasseries where the table setting matters.
A few practical points worth considering:
- Alumina vitrified ceramic is more durable than standard porcelain, reducing replacement frequency in high-turnover covers
- The bright white glaze shows food and sauce presentations clearly, well suited to plated desserts, starters, and sharing dishes
- Supplied in packs of 12, which supports par stock planning across a section
- Backed by a lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite, which is worth factoring into the total cost of ownership
- 130mm is a versatile size — appropriate for amuse-bouche, pre-desserts, small portions, and mise en place
This size works well where a smaller, refined bowl is needed rather than a full cover bowl. Operations running larger main-course or pasta applications would want to look at larger pieces within the Monaco White range.
If you'd like to discuss how the Monaco range fits alongside your existing tableware or how many pieces to carry per cover, the team is happy to talk it through.
Key Features
- Alumina vitrified ceramic body for enhanced chip and craze resistance
- Warm white translucent finish suited to fine dining presentation
- 130mm diameter appropriate for starters, amuse-bouche, and small plates
- Supplied in packs of 12 to support section par stock planning
- Backed by Steelite's lifetime edge chip warranty for long-term value
Operational Benefits
- Reduces tableware replacement costs through superior durability under daily use
- Maintains a refined table presentation without specialist handling requirements
- Withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without significant glaze deterioration
- Consistent white finish supports clean plating and colour contrast on the pass
- Lifetime edge chip warranty provides confidence in long-term stock investment
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Bowls
- Diameter
- 130
- Dimensions
- 130(Ø)mm/ 5"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Finish
- Glaze
- Freezer safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Alumina vitrified ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Warranty
- Lifetime Edge Chip
- Weight
- 2.7kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Alumina vitrified ceramic is fired at a higher density than standard porcelain, which makes it more resistant to edge chipping and thermal shock from repeated dishwasher cycles. In practice, this translates to lower breakage rates over time, which matters when you're running high covers and washing ware multiple times per service.
- At 130mm, this bowl is best used for smaller applications — starters, amuse-bouche, pre-desserts, sharing side dishes, or mise en place on the table. For main courses or full pasta dishes, you would typically look at larger pieces within the Monaco White range.
- These bowls are designed for standard commercial dishwasher use. Avoid abrasive scourers or harsh descaling chemicals directly on the glaze, as this can dull the finish over time. Steelite recommends using dishwasher detergents appropriate for fine china, and storing pieces stacked carefully to avoid unnecessary rim contact.