Pizza Plates
Pizza plates are large, flat plates (typically 30-34cm) designed specifically for whole or sliced pizzas in pubs, pizzerias and casual dining venues, sized wider than a standard dinner plate to accommodate a full pizza base. The key buying consideration is diameter large enough for the pizza size served, plus a flat rim (rather than deep well) so slices lift out easily. “Pizza plates” is the plain buyer term.
Key specifications
Pizza plates are large and flat, typically 30-34cm, sized to take a whole 12-inch base with room at the edge. Vitrified porcelain and stoneware are the usual bodies for their heat tolerance and chip resistance, and a wide, low profile keeps a pizza flat and easy to slice at the table. Some venues use them for sharing platters and mixed grills too, given the generous surface. Look for a strong rim and a stackable base for busy pizzerias, pubs and casual dining where these plates cycle through the dishwasher constantly.
Pizza Plates — FAQs
What size plate fits a standard 12-inch pizza?
A 30-32cm plate comfortably holds a standard 12-inch (30cm) pizza with a small rim margin, while larger sharing pizzas may need 34cm+ plates or a wooden board instead.
Porcelain plate or wooden board for pizza service?
Porcelain pizza plates suit dishwasher-heavy dine-in service, while wooden boards are popular for a rustic presentation in pubs and casual dining, though boards need more careful hand-cleaning.