Steelite Rio Blue Slimline Plates 230mm (Pack of 24)

The Steelite Rio Blue slimline plate is a 230mm (9") side or starter plate finished with a hand-applied colour wash that gives each piece a subtly individual character. Made from alumina vitrified ceramic, it sits within Steelite's Rio range — a collection designed to bring a relaxed, informal feel to table settings without sacrificing the durability expected in a commercial environment.

In service, these plates perform reliably under the repetitive demands of a busy kitchen pass. Alumina vitrified ceramic is a well-regarded material for commercial tableware: it resists thermal shock, which matters when plates move between the heated pass and cooler service environments, and it holds up to the repeated mechanical stress of commercial dishwasher cycles. The hand-applied finish means minor variation between pieces, which is part of the intended aesthetic rather than a quality concern.

From an operational standpoint, the Rio Blue plates offer a few practical advantages worth noting:

• Hand-applied colour wash creates an informal, bistro-appropriate table aesthetic
• Alumina vitrified ceramic construction resists thermal shock in busy service conditions
• Colour can be mixed and matched with other Rio colourways for varied table settings
• Lifetime edge chip warranty provides reassurance on a high-turnover item
• Supplied in a pack of 24, suited to a full section cover allocation

These plates are best suited to casual dining, bistro, café, and informal restaurant settings where the hand-crafted aesthetic supports the concept. They work equally well in hotel breakfast or afternoon tea service. For operators running very high-volume covers with rapid plate turnaround, it is worth considering whether a heavier-profile plate from an alternative range might offer greater resilience.

If you're putting together a full cover plan or mixing Rio colourways across a dining room, we're happy to talk through quantities and combinations before you order.